VACHERON CONSTANTIN – New TRADITIONNELLE Gold Collection

VACHERON CONSTANTIN – Hallmark of Geneva TRADITIONNELLE Gold New Collection 2017

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Slate grey faces for the six new models 

joining the Traditionnelle collection

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•             Pink gold cases and slate grey dials

•             Manufacture mechanical movements, manual-winding and self-winding

•             Geneva watchmaking tradition expressed in a contemporary spirit

Slate grey makes its entrance on the dials of six Traditionnelle creations available with 18K 5N pink gold cases. A modern and elegant style for models combining technical sophistication and distinctive watchmaking characteristics, interpreted through a range of varied horological complications.

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A round stepped case, slim bezel and fluted caseback; a railway-track minute circle, “bâtons de Genève” applied hour-markers and Dauphine-type hands: the new models combine the signature characteristics of the Traditionnelle collection. The warm glow of 18K 5N pink gold beautifully offsets the slate-grey shade of the opaline dial, teamed with an elegant black alligator leather strap.

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Embodying a contemporary expression of the grand Geneva watchmaking tradition, each model houses a Manufacture mechanical movement, manual-winding or self-winding depending on the model and adorned with exquisite hand-crafted finishing.

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Showcasing the full spectrum of the watchmaking art, from simple displays to the most sophisticated complications, this line pays tribute to the technical and aesthetic expertise of Vacheron Constantin, enriched by almost three centuries of uninterrupted activity.

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Grand Complication masterpieces

Traditionnelle calibre 2755 and Traditionnelle 14-day tourbillon

Graced with a generously sized 44 or 42 mm-diameter pink gold case, two masterpieces – Traditionnelle calibre 2755 and Traditionnelle 14-day tourbillon – demonstrate a rare degree of complexity and technical accomplishment. The first unites three major Fine Watchmaking complications: a tourbillon, a perpetual calendar and a minute repeater with centripetal flying strike governor.

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The second equally exclusive model also features an openworked tourbillon shaped like a Maltese cross, the Vacheron Constantin emblem, and boasts an impressive 14-day power reserve thanks to four series-coupled barrels. 

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These exceptional creations are equipped with equally outstanding mechanisms in the form of mechanical manual-winding movements developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin and graced with traditional finishing testifying to fine craftsmanship and horological excellence.

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Understated refinement

Traditionnelle with ultra-thin self-winding caliber, Traditionnelle day-date and power reserve, Traditionnelle with simple display – manual-winding or self-winding

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The Traditionnelle collection comprises sophisticated creations as well as simple and elegant models. This new range attired in 18K 5N pink gold and slate -grey tones represents its most up-to-date expression, through an array of watches equipped with classic functions: hours and minutes for the Traditionnelle with ultra-thin self-winding caliber; central seconds, day, date and power-reserve indication for the Traditionnelle day-date and power reserve; small seconds at 9 o’clock and date for the Traditionnelle with simple display.

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These three understated yet refined models are powered by mechanical self-winding movements visible through the sapphire crystal caseback. One of them houses Caliber 1120, an ultra-thin movement developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin, comprising 144 parts and measuring just 2.45 mm thick.

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The line-up of new interpretations is complemented by a final manual-winding variation indicating the hours, minutes and small seconds at 6 o’clock, for an almost three-day power reserve.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Model: Traditionnelle calibre 2755

Reference 80172/000R-B406

Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece

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Movement
Calibre 2755 QP
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, manual-winding
33.9 mm (14 ¾’’’) diameter, 7.9 mm thick
Approximately 58 hours of power reserve
2.5 Hz (18,000 vibrations/hour)
602 components
40 jewels
Indications

• Hours, minutes
• Small seconds on tourbillon carriage
• Minute repeater

Tourbillon
Perpetual calendar (day of the week, date, month and leap year)
Power reserve indicator (on the back of the watch)
Case
18K 5N pink gold
Ø 44 mm diameter, 13.54 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Dial
Slate-coloured opaline
18K 5N pink gold applied hour-markers
Strap
Black Mississippiensis alligator leather strap with alligator leather inner shell, 

hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Clasp
18K 5N folding clasp
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped

Presentation box
Presentation box with winder, delivered with a corrector & accessories pen, magnifying glass and the resonator of sound "La Musique du Temps" enhancing the sound and the harmony notes of Vacheron Constantin minute repeaters

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TECHNICAL DATA

Model: Traditionnelle 14-day Tourbillon

Reference 89000/000R-B407

Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece

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Movement
Calibre 2260
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, manual-winding
29.1 mm (12 ¾’’’) diameter, 6.8 mm thick
Approximately 336 hours of power reserve
2.5 Hz (18,000 vibrations/hour)
231 components
31 jewels
Indications

• Hours, minutes
• Small seconds on tourbillon carriage
• Tourbillon
• Power reserve indicator

Case
18K 5N pink gold
Ø 42 mm diameter, 12.22 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 metres)
Dial
Slate-coloured opaline
18K 5N pink gold applied hour-markers
Strap
Black Mississippiensis alligator leather strap with alligator leather inner shell,

hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Clasp
18K 5N pink gold folding clasp
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped

Edition
Limited edition of 10 numbered pieces
“Limited Edition” and “X/10” engraved on the caseback

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TECHNICAL DATA

Model: Traditionnelle Day-date and Power Reserve

Reference 85290/000R-B405

Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece

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Movement
Calibre 2475 SC
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
26.2 mm (11 ½’’’) diameter, 5.7 mm thick
Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
264 components
27 jewels
Indications

• Hours, minutes, center seconds
• Day of the week and date
• Power reserve indicator
  

Case
18K 5N pink gold
Ø 39.5 mm diameter, 10.65 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx.30 metres)
Dial
Slate-coloured opaline
18K 5N pink gold applied hour-markers
Strap
Black Mississippiensis alligator leather strap with alligator leather inner shell, 

hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Buckle
18K 5N pink gold buckle
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped

Accessory
Delivered with a corrector pen

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TECHNICAL DATA

Model: Traditionnelle

Reference 43075/000R-B404

Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece

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Movement
Calibre 1120
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding, ultra-thin
28.4 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
18K 5N pink gold
Ø 41 mm diameter, 7.26 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 metres)
Dial
Slate-coloured opaline
18K 5N pink gold applied hour-markers
Strap
Black Mississippiensis alligator leather strap with alligator leather inner shell, hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Buckle
18K 5N pink gold buckle
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped

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TECHNICAL DATA

Model: Traditionnelle Date & Small seconds

Reference 87172/000R-B403

Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece

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Movement
Calibre 2455
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
26.2 mm (11 ¼’’’) diameter, 3.6 mm thick
Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
194 components
27 jewels
Indications

• Hours, minutes
• Small seconds at 9 o’clock
• Date
  

Case
18K 5N pink gold
Ø 38 mm diameter, 8 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 metres)
Dial
Slate-coloured opaline
18K 5N pink gold applied hour-markers
Strap
Black Mississippiensis alligator leather strap with alligator leather inner shell, 

hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Buckle
18K 5N pink gold buckle
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped

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TECHNICAL DATA

Model: Traditionnelle Small seconds

Reference 82172/000R-B402

Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece

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Movement
Calibre 4400 AS
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, manual-winding
28.6 mm (12 ½’’’), diameter, 2.8 mm thick
Approximately 65 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
127 components
21 jewels
Indications

• Hours, minutes 
• Small seconds at 6 o’clock

Case
18K 5N pink gold
Ø 38 mm diameter, 7.77 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 metres)
Dial
Slate-coloured opaline
18K 5N pink gold applied hour-markers
Strap
Black Mississippiensis alligator leather strap with alligator leather inner shell, 

hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Buckle
18K 5N pink gold buckle
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped

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Press Release - 2017
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Vacheron Constantin
Press Department
10, Chemin du Tourbillon
P.O. Box 95
CH-1228
Plan-les-Ouates/Geneva
Tel. +41 22 930 20 05
Fax +41 22 930 20 06
press@vacheron-constantin.com
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