Vacheron Constantin Les Collectionneurs 4790

Vacheron Constantin Manual Wind Hinged Lugs Square Les Collectionneurs 18k YG

Vacheron Constantin has evolved over the years from their position in the shadows of their fellow "Holy Trinity" members, Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe, to a watchmaker that is revered throughout the entire watchmaking industry. Crucial to this development was their attractive dress watches like the ref. 4790 that we have here with its stunning silver dial and beautiful 27mm 18kt yellow gold construction. While most high-end brands typically focus on creating round dress watches, there has always been room for watchmakers to experiment with timepieces that break from that convention in some way, shape or form, and shape is how the example that we have here breaks from that convention. Square in shape, this case boasts sharp corners and a pronounced bezel with a polished inner bezel that meets a brushed external portion. Before running onto the hinged lugs that make this wonderful watch all the more unique and comfortable on the wrist. Set apart from the typical circular dress watches of its era in aesthetics, this example indeed matches its peers in specs with its and manual-wind movement, which was certainly to be expected at the time for a dress watch. Refurbished by Vacheron Constantin as part of their Les Collectionneurs program whereby rare vintage watches are chosen by the brand to be restored, this timepiece has been given a new lease of life by Vacheron Constantin themselves. Brand : Vacheron Constantin Dimensions : 27mm Across Model : Hinged Lugs Square Les Collectionneurs Movement : Manual-wind cal. 1001 Reference : 4790 Bracelet : Leather strap Year : Circa 1960s Condition : Very Good Material : 18kt yellow gold Included : Watch, Les Collectionneurs Box and Guarantee Certificate Dial Color : Silver THE DIAL Professionally refurbished by the brand, this example's silver dial retains its original branding at 12 o'clock alongside its applied hour markers and hands for an understated look. THE CONSTRUCTION Boasting an 18kt yellow gold case with hinged lugs that bend to follow the contours of the wrist they are wrapped around, this ref. 4790 is wonderfully comfortable on the wrist. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.