Vacheron Constantin Overseas First Generation
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas First Generation represents one of the most significant luxury sport watches ever created. This pioneering model combines centuries of watchmaking excellence with modern sporting elegance.
Key Features:
- Original First Generation design
- Manufacture automatic movement
- Iconic Maltese Cross bezel
- Exhibition caseback
- Sapphire crystal
- Integrated bracelet design
- Date complication
- 150m water resistance
- Geneva Seal hallmark
Technical Specifications:
Movement: VC automatic manufacture caliber
Case: Noble stainless steel construction
Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
Dial: Sophisticated sport design
Water Resistance: 150m/500ft
Bracelet: Integrated Overseas design
Heritage Elements:
- Geneva Seal certification
- Hand-finished movement
- Traditional haute horlogerie finishing
- Maltese Cross inspiration
- Legacy of excellence
- Historic manufacture prestige
Distinctive Design Features:
- Original Overseas aesthetics
- Signature bezel design
- Integrated bracelet architecture
- Applied hour markers
- Sophisticated dial finish
- Exhibition movement display
Luxury Construction:
- Hand-assembled movement
- Superior case finishing
- Premium materials throughout
- Precise engineering
- Artisanal detailing
- Geneva Seal standards
Complete Set Includes:
- Original VC bracelet
- Luxury presentation box
- Certificate of authenticity
- Full documentation
- Original papers
- Service history
Investment Significance:
- First Generation model
- Historical importance
- Limited production
- Growing collector interest
- Strong market appreciation
Perfect For:
This timepiece is ideal for distinguished collectors seeking one of the most important luxury sport watches ever created. Its combination of:
- Haute horlogerie excellence
- Sport functionality
- Historical significance
- Investment potential
- Prestigious heritage
Notable Features:
- Geneva Seal movement
- Original Gen 1 design
- Integrated bracelet
- Manufacture caliber
- Collector status
Historical Context:
- Launch of the Overseas line
- Evolution of luxury sport watches
- VC's modern milestone
- Significant collection piece
- Haute horlogerie benchmark