Vacheron Constantin’s Overseas tourbillon is now available in titanium
The Overseas tourbillon is now available in a Grade 5 titanium case and bracelet. It joins the Vacheron Constantin Overseas collection as the Overseas Tourbillon Reference 6000V/210T-H032.
“In 2021, the first titanium Overseas withstood an expedition with explorer Cory Richards. This new all-titanium Overseas tourbillon shares the same adventurous spirit. Titanium is an exceptionally strong material, and producing this level of finishing is a highly demanding process. A tourbillon regulator pierces through the blue dial, adding a light feel while maintaining the watch’s toughness.”
Vacheron Constantin introduced a titanium version of the Overseas tourbillon, reference 6000V/210T-H032 during Watches and Wonders Geneva 2024, held during April 9th until April 15th, 2024. It is an all-titanium version of the Overseas tourbillon, first introduced as a steel version in 2019. It joins the Overseas collection’s tourbillon range, which includes a version in steel, pink gold, and in white gold with a bezel featuring 60 baguette-cut diamonds. The new titanium version also features the Overseas “collection’s emblematic blue dial.”
First image: Steel version. Second image: Pink Gold Version. Third image: White Gold version with 60 baguette-cut diamonds. Fourth image: Grade 5 Titanium version.
Titanium is a difficult metal to work with. Yet, it is light and robust, “whose hypoallergenic properties make it the ideal material for sports and technical watches.”
Key Features
Functions
The Overseas tourbillon 6000V/210T-H032 functions include:
– Central Hours and Minutes.
– Small Seconds (blue coloured screw) on tourbillon carriage at 6 o’clock.
– Tourbillon at 6 o’clock.
Dial
The Overseas tourbillon 6000V/210T-H032 dial features include:
– It has a translucent, blue-lacquered dial, featuring a sunburst satin-finished base. The dial’s flange is velvet-finished.
– The hour and minute hands are made from 18K white gold and coated with blue Super-LumiNova®.
– The 9 applied hour-markers are made from 18K white gold and coated with blue Super-LumiNova®.
– Two minute-tracks encircle the outer dial, each graduated in increments of 5 minutes each. The upper minute-track features an Arabic numeral every 5th minute (5, 10, 15, and so on).
– The tourbillon cage occupies the lower portion of the dial. A 60-seconds scale encircles its outer edge. The marker at every 5th second is a shade darker and slightly thicker.
– “VACHERON CONSTANTIN GENEVA” and an applied Maltese Cross (brand’s emblem) are displayed at 12 o’clock and “SWISS MADE” discreetly at 6 o’clock, below the tourbillon cage.
“With its translucent blue-lacquered dial featuring a sunburst satin-brushed flange highlighting the double minutes track, this Overseas tourbillon is adorned with shimmering titanium and ready to face the contingencies of everyday life.”
Case
First image: Grade 5 Titanium bracelet. Second Image: Leather strap. Third Image: Rubber strap.
The Overseas tourbillon 6000V/210T-H032 case features include:
– Its case is made from Grade 5 titanium, including the crown at 3 o’clock and the bezel.
– It has a case diameter of 42.5 mm.
– It has a case thickness of 10.39 mm.
– It features a soft iron casing ring, which ensures anti-magnetic protection.
– On both its dial and caseback side, it features a sapphire crystal.
– It is water resistant up to 5 bar, approximately 50 metres.
“Given the rigidity of titanium, any metal finishing work on these timepieces requires rigorous discipline, care and attention to detail, bearing in mind that only grade 2 and grade 5 titanium are suitable for this type of operation. Special care has been lavished on the Overseas tourbillon to create a delicate vertical satin-brushed finish on the bracelet with its polished link angles as well as on the caseback, while the bezel features a circular satin-brushed finish on a sandblasted ring. Creating a striking contrast with the Maltese cross-like profile of the bezel, the matt effect adds to the model’s visual appeal.”
Bracelet and Additional Straps / Clasp
The Overseas tourbillon 6000V/210T-H032 bracelet and additional straps and clasp features include:
– Its bracelet is made from Grade 5 titanium, featuring half Maltese Cross-shaped links, both polished and satin-finished. (First image above.)
– The bracelet features a Grade 5 titanium triple-blade folding clasp featuring push-pieces and a comfort adjustment system. “The links securing the folding clasp can be stretched to provide up to 4 mm more room around the wrist.”
– A dark blue colour calfskin leather strap with grey stitching is included. (Second image above.)
– A dark blue colour rubber strap is included. (Third image above.)
– A self-interchangeable Grade 5 titanium folding clasp (“without any need for tools”) is provided for the leather and rubber straps.
Movement
The Overseas tourbillon 6000V/210T-H032 movement features include:
– It is powered by mechanical, ultra-thin automatic calibre 2160, “developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin.” It powers the hours, minutes, small-seconds (on the tourbillon carriage), and tourbillon regulator. Calibre 2160 debuted in the Traditionnelle Tourbillon, unveiled in 2018.
– It has a diameter of 31 mm.
– It has a thickness of 5.65 mm.
– The calibre’s exemplary hand-finishing includes a “circular-grained mainplate”, “hand-bevelled bridges” decorated with a Côtes de Genèva pattern, a meticulously “hand-polished tourbillon bar”, “finely grained wheels”, and “chamfered and polished screws.”
– It comprises of 188 components.
– It has 30 jewels.
– It beats at a frequency of 18,000 vph or 2.5 Hz.
– It has a power reserve of approximately 80 hours.
– It features a 22K gold peripheral rotor, allowing a complete view of the calibre.
– Calibre 2160 and the entire timepiece are hallmarked by the Poinçon de Genèva or Geneva Seal.
“With its 22K gold peripheral oscillating weight arming the barrel for a comfortable 80-hour power reserve, the movement testifies to Vacheron Constantin’s technical mastery in the construction of ultra-thin complication movements.”
Our Thoughts
Founded in 1755, Vacheron Constantin is the oldest continuous watchmaker in existence. Along with Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe, it is part of the Holy Trinity. Several of the most beautiful, artistic, musical, complex and astronomical timepieces have been created by Vacheron Constantin during the past 269 years. Every new timepiece or collection they launch has big shoes to fill.
The present third-generation Overseas collection took the watch collecting world by storm shortly after its launch in 2016. Where Vacheron Constantin was once the “sleeper” or “quieter” of the Holy Trinity (some even referred to them as the grandfather’s timepiece brand), the third generation Overseas became the rocket fuel that eluded them for decades. Overnight, collectors previously unaware of Vacheron Constantin, came knocking for an Overseas timepiece. Obtaining few models from the Overseas collection became (almost) as difficult and lengthy as obtaining a Royal Oak from Audemars Piguet or Nautilus and Aquanaut from Patek Philippe. However, Vacheron Constantin did not forget its historical roots because of this newfound popularity. Year after year, they continue to churn out some of the most gorgeous dress, Métiers d’Art, bejewelled, technical, grand complications, piece unique, and other timepieces. In addition to expanding the Overseas range itself, often with complication and grand complication movements, such as the Overseas Tourbillon.
The Overseas Tourbillon in titanium is proof that while they have one foot in the future, they have not forgotten their past. It is a grand complication sports timepiece powered by a movement that has few equals, featuring Vacheron Constantin’s renowned and exemplary movement finishing and expertise in tourbillons. Its Grade 5 titanium case and bracelet are top notch, finished beautifully. The customary leather and rubber straps, adds versatility to the timepiece.
The Overseas tourbillon in titanium is irresistible. It has few equals in its category. Funds permitting, it could be my one and only timepiece. We at The Cornea Impression cannot wait to see it in the flesh and do a hands-on review.
Additional Details
Name: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon
Reference: 6000V/210T-H032
Price: On Request.
Availability: Boutique Exclusive. Available exclusively at Vacheron Constantin Boutiques worldwide. Please visit Vacheron Constantin’s website for more information.
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