VACHERON CONSTANTIN – TRADITIONNELLE Platinum Ultra Thin Automatic

VACHERON CONSTANTIN – Traditionelle Platinum Ultra Thin Automatic Calibre 1120 NEW

A Celebration of Technical Excellence at the Grand Opening of Vacheron Constantin Boutique in ION Orchard Singapore

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From left: Mr Dominique Bernaz, Retail Director of Vacheron Constantin, His Excellency Thomas Kupfer, Ambassador of Switzerland to Singapore, Mr Julien Tornare, Managing Director of Vacheron Constantin Asia Pacific, Mr Chris Chong CEO of Orchard Turn Developments and Ms Ellen Sorensen, Managing Director of Vacheron Constantin Southeast Asia
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7 November 2014 - Vacheron Constantin, the world’s oldest Haute Horlogerie manufacture with almost 260 years of uninterrupted history, celebrated the grand opening of its latest boutique in ION Orchard, Singapore. The opening ceremony was officiated by Mr Julien Tornare, Managing Director of Vacheron Constantin Asia Pacific, in the presence of His Excellency Thomas Kupfer, Ambassador of Switzerland to Singapore and Mr Chris Chong, CEO of Orchard Turn Developments.

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On the occasion of the grand opening, Vacheron Constantin presented The Sound of Time, a special exhibition dedicated to striking timepieces throughout the Maison’s history.

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The Sound of Time Exhibition


Upon arrival, guests were able to discover an 1812 red gold quarter-repeater pocket watch with an enamel dial testifying to this longstanding tradition, and the new Patrimony Ultra-Thin Calibre 1731, the thinnest manual-winding minute repeater timepiece, along with seventeen other antique striking timepieces from Vacheron Constantin Museum.

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Supporting creativity is an intrinsic value of Vacheron Constantin and a guiding principle behind the company’s many activities ever since the founder Jean-Marc Vacheron opened his workshop in Geneva in 1755.

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An interactive digital art installation within the exhibition – The Minute Repeater, An ECAL and Vacheron Constantin Project, showcased the result of an excellent partnership between Vacheron Constantin and the students from ECAL – Ecole Cantonale d'Art de Lausanne, and their interpretation on the components of the minute repeater timepiece.

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The Minute Repeater, An ECAL and Vacheron Constantin Project

Following the exhibition tour, guests were invited to discover the new boutique, where they witnessed the world premiere of some exceptional creations, including the Métier d’Art Hommage a l’Art de la Danse 2014 and the new Traditionnelle timepiece in Platinum. Guests also had the chance to see Vacheron Constantin’s in-house watchmaker at work.

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The Minute Repeater, An ECAL and Vacheron Constantin Project

Also, for the first time in Asia, Vacheron Constantin presented a selection of vintage timepieces at its new Singapore boutique in ION Orchard, known as Vacheron Constantin Les Collectionneurs. Les Collectionneurs will be available for purchase, giving collectors another avenue to acquire vintage Vacheron Constantin timepieces. Each Les Collectionneurs timepiece will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Geneva-based Manufacturer.

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The exclusive collection may be viewed within the Flagship’s Heritage Room, a VIP area which incorporates contemporary elements into the traditional design through an architectural perspective that reveals the brand’s constant search for excellence and aesthetic perfection.

Guests were then escorted to experience a gastronomic voyage in the art gallery at Ion Orchard. The gallery was dramatically illuminated and animated to celebrate the grand opening of the new Singapore boutique.

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Gala Dinner Setting

During the welcome speech, Mr Julien Tornare, Managing Director of Vacheron Constantin Asia Pacific, highlighted the Maison’s long-standing heritage to embrace the art of watchmaking excellence with a strong dedication to exceptional quality and commitment to artistic creativity. The evening concluded with the highlight of a special performance by renowned glass harpist Mr Robert Tiso, who was specially flown in from Milan for the event.

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Glass Harpist, Mr Robert Tiso

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Vacheron Constantin ION Orchard Boutique
2 Orchard Turn #02-07 ION Orchard
Singapore 238801
Tel: (65) 6509 8800
Email: boutique-sg.ion@vacheron-constantin.com
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A TRADITIONNELLE MODEL
EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE SINGAPORE BOUTIQUE

Vacheron Constantin presents a new Traditionnelle model. This supremely elegant timepiece is distinguished by its 950 platinum case, its opaline silver-toned dial and its baguette-cut diamond hour-markers. This timepiece will be exclusively presented at the inauguration of the Singapore ION Orchard boutique.

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The Traditionnelle watch is heir to a longstanding watchmaking tradition and pays tribute to longstanding expertise acquired over a period of almost 260 years by the Manufacture Vacheron Constantin. A case middle with clear- cut lines, a slender bezel, a knurled motif surrounding the screw-down case-back fitted with a sapphire crystal, dauphine hands: the Traditionnelle watch forcefully displays its classic and timeless character.

The original chapter ring entirely set with baguette-cut diamonds totalling approximately 0.3 carats becomes a style feature that puts the watch firmly on-trend.

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This timepiece meets the demanding requirements of the Hallmark of Geneva – the highest benchmark in the field of Haute Horlogerie testifying to the quality, craftsmanship and reliability of an exceptional timepiece produced within the territory of the Canton of Geneva.

At the heart of its case ticks the ultra-thin self-winding 1120 movement. Developed and produced in- house by Vacheron Constantin, it beats at a frequency of 2.75 Hz (19,800 vibrations/hour) and has an approximately 40-hour power reserve. Its finishing and construction are a testament to its finely crafted nature. Not only are the main flat surfaces of the movement adorned with a meticulous “Côtes de Genève” motif, but all their sharp angles are bevelled and hand-polished – as too are the screw heads.

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To accommodate this demonstration of mechanical virtuosity in the style it deserves, Vacheron Constantin created the 950 platinum case of its new Traditionnelle model based on two criteria that are rarely associated. While the elegantly slender profile is akin to a classical design, the 41 mm diameter lends it a resolutely contemporary dimension. Finally, the exhibition case-back is fitted with a sapphire crystal providing a chance to admire the movement as well as its openworked Maltese cross-shaped oscillating weight.

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Setting the perfect finishing touch to this model, Vacheron Constantin has equipped its new Traditionnelle with dark blue Mississippiensis alligator leather secured by a 950 platinum pin buckle.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Model: TRADITIONNELLE Platinum Ultra Thin Automatic Calibre 1120
Reference: 43076/000P-9875
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece
Only available in Vacheron Constantin Boutiques

Movement

• Caliber 1120 Ultra-thin
  
• Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
• Mechanical, self-winding
• 28.40 mm (12’’’ ½) diameter
• 2.45 mm thick
• Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
• 2.75 Hz (19,800 vibrations/hour)
• 144 components
• 36 jewels

Indications

• Hours
• Minutes

Case
Platinum 950
41 mm diameter, 7.26 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 meters)
Dial
Silvered opaline
Baguette-cut hour-markers
Strap
Dark blue Mississippiensis alligator leather with alligator
leather inner shell, hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Buckle: 

Platinum 950 buckle
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped

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