The Gentleman Magazine Issue 9 | June 2018 | Page 7

Twenty years ago, Vacheron Constantin had made its Overseas
watch the symbol of watchmaking pleasure geared towards
travel and escapism. In 2016, the Geneva-based Manufacture
opened up whole new horizons for its emblematic model
through a collection with a revisited design perpetuating its
initial spirit. Combining power and distinction, a sporting
temperament and undeniable refinement, this Overseas
generation achieved the perfect blend of performance and
style.
2018 sees the emergence of a black dial version beautifully
framed by the shimmering gleam of the steel case.
A distinctive six-sided bezel, self-winding Manufacture
movements, bracelets/straps interchangeability: all the key
elements composing the visual signature and the horological
qualities of the Overseas collection are reprised in this fresh
interpretation.
• A new dial colour
• A powerful and refined style
• Two versions: self-winding and chronograph
This ‘panda-type’ aesthetic principle is inspired by 1960s
watches dedicated to motorsports. The light/dark contrast
guarantees enhanced visibility and accentuates the indications
provided by the chronograph function.
The chronograph version is powered by self-winding Calibre
5200, whose 22K oscillating weight adorned with a windrose
may be admired through a transparent sapphire crystal
caseback. This twin-barrel movement is equipped with a
column-wheel driving the chronograph start, stop and reset
functions and also features a vertical clutch – a technical
device that prevents any potential jerking of the hand when the
chronograph is activated.
Designed to ensure the Overseas a collection is fully in touch
with its time, the bracelets/straps interchangeability concept
launched two years ago is picked up on the new black-dial
models. The watch thus opts for modularity and a personalised
touch by affording the possibility of being worn on a metal
bracelet composed of links forming half Maltese crosses (for a
casual look), or a strap in either leather (as a chic variation) or
rubber (for a sporty touch) – and all without any need for tools
to effect the changes.
Entirely at ease in all situations and with any style, the Overseas
black dial model comes in two versions: an understated self-
winding three-hand watch, and a chronograph. For the latter,
Vacheron Constantin has focused on legibility by choosing a
silver-toned colour for its three additional counters.
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