The Traditionnelle tourbillon chronograph, in a limited edition of 50 pieces, joins Vacheron Constantin's exclusive Excellence Platine collection.
The exclusive Excellence Platine collection by Vacheron Constantin recently welcomed the Traditionnelle tourbillon chronograph, limited edition of 50. This model pays homage to the traditions of haute horlogerie with an aesthetic that is both functional and original. The case (42.5 mm in diameter), the crown, dial, buckle and strap stitching are made in platinum.
The watch is moved by the Manufacture calibre 3200, made in 2015 on the occasion of the brand's 260th anniversary, and incorporates a monopusher chronograph (coaxial to the crown) with tourbillon device. These two complications have been optimised for reliability, precision and ease of use. The dial features a generous tourbillon aperture at 12 o'clock, while the chronograph minute counter (out of 45 units) is positioned at 3 o'clock; the power reserve indicator (equal to 65 hours) is at 6 o'clock. Thanks to the sapphire glass back you can admire the aforementioned movement, with a column wheel decorated with the Maltese cross.
Limited edition of 50 pieces: a collector's timepiece
The Excellence Platine collection includes some of Vacheron Constantin's most exclusive models.
Limited Edition Products, the Vacheron Constantin models in the Excellence Platine collection are all made of platinum, precious metal distinguished by a particular lustre that lasts over time. Now added to the collection is the Traditionnelle tourbillon chronograph, launched by the House in 2020.
This prestigious watch retains the distinctive features of the Traditionnelle collectioni.e. Dauphine hands, chemin de fer minute scale and stepped case with fluted case back. However, it differs in that all the main elements of the timepiece, with the exception of the movement and strap, are in platinum.
The 3200-calibre manufacture movement
The back reveals the beauty of the 3200 calibre, presented in 2015 on the occasion of the company's 260th anniversary.
With a thickness of only 6.7 mm, this in-house hand-wound calibre (awarded the Geneva Hallmark) beats at a frequency of 18,000 vibrations per hour and has 292 components, and is particularly slim for such a complex watch. It also follows in the footsteps of the chronographs that forged Vacheron Constantin's reputation in the 1930s and 1940s.
The thinner structure has allowed the main plate to be skeletonised, offering a privileged view of the tourbillon device. The highly legible peripheral chapter ring bears graduations to one-fifth of a second, corresponding to the level of precision offered by the regulator. To calculate the speed in km/h on the first elapsed minute of the chronograph function, the minute track is surrounded by a tachymeter scale at base 1000 on the flange.
In addition, for this model equipped with a Vacheron Constantin has developed a lateral friction system that prevents skipping, so the seconds hand starts running smoothly when the chronograph is started. In addition, the latter is equipped with a dynamic activation system (called 'all or nothing') which prevents the seconds hand from being activated when insufficient pressure is exerted on the pusher. The chronograph Traditionnelle tourbillon Excellence Platine is combined with a strap in dark blue Mississippiensis alligator, hand-stitched with platinum and silk threads.
PriceOn request (exclusive Vacheron Constantin boutique).
