Ever since I ever got into watches, Vacheron & Constantin has always had a special place in my heart. Initiated through the brands storied history and sustained through finishing prowess - I seem to have a thing for finely made, small, precious metal, manually wound wristwatches from the mid twentieth century.
This example is of particular interest. For one it remains in very well preserved condition considering its almost 80 years of age. It's creation was destined for the American market and was imported into the United States in 1947. It's case was manufactured by Wenger who was considered to be one of most prestigious case manufactures in the world. Wenger went on to build the cases for some of the most famous wrist watches to ever be created including the OG JLC Reverso. Best of all? I got this watch at a fantastic price so you get to grab it for a Steal at Steel City.
ABOUT THIS WATCH:
MANUFACTURER: Vacheron & Constantin
REFERENCE: 4219
SERIAL: 299213
YEAR: 1947
CASE: The 23mm by 39mm solid 18kt gold case is in good shape. The lug width measures 17mm across. The case has been polished in the past. The hallmarks can still be discerned as evidenced by photographs. It presents with even wear throughout that is surprisingly sparse given its almost 80 years of age. It is completed by the watches original crown.
DIAL: The matte champagne dial remains in all original conditions. There are some imperfections that can be noted in pictures. The dial sports alternating Roman numeral and dagger style hour indices. It is a non-luminous dial with matching pencil style hands.
MOVEMENT: A Vacheron manually wound caliber V35. The service history is unknown. The watch winds, sets and runs. It was placed on a timegrapher that illustrated that the watch is keeping time within 17 seconds per day and has an amplitude of 269. The watch can be serviced for approximately $325 plus parts (if any are needed). If serviced the watch will come with a one year warranty.
BRACELET: The watch comes on a Steel City Vintage exclusive, handmade Italian leather strap. The strap is entirely handmade and of the highest quality Goat skin. Extremely soft and supple to the touch.
ACCESSORIES: None.
BOX/PAPERS: No.
WARRANTY: None unless service is completed. If serviced the watch will come with a one year warranty.
BANK WIRE/ZELLE PRICE: $2,500 shipped.
