Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time

Description

-The Story

The “Overseas” name itself is a direct tribute to one of the brand’s co-founders, François Constantin. In 1819, he traveled overseas to expand the brand’s market, famously stating, “Do better if possible, and that is always possible”. The collection’s modern design is a direct descendant of Vacheron Constantin’s first luxury sports watch, the Reference 222, which was launched in 1977 to coincide with the brand’s 222nd anniversary and compete with icons like the Patek Philippe Nautilus and Audemars Piguet Royal Oak.

The third-generation Overseas collection was introduced in 2016, and the Dual Time complication, which feels like the perfect complication for a “travel watch,” was finally added to the lineup in 2018. More recently, the model has been used in daring collaborations. In 2021, a limited edition “Everest” model was released, inspired by a prototype worn by mountaineer Cory Richards on a climb of Mount Everest in 2019, showcasing the watch’s incredible durability and adventurous spirit.

-How to Care for the Product

Maintaining a high-complication timepiece is crucial for its longevity and performance.

• Professional Servicing: Vacheron Constantin recommends having its watches serviced every 3 to 5 years. A complete service is a complex process that includes disassembly, cleaning, re-oiling, and reassembly of the 234-part movement, and should only be done by a brand’s official service center.

• How to Arrange Service: You can arrange for servicing directly through Vacheron Constantin’s website. The process typically involves requesting a pre-paid shipping kit, sending your watch to an authorized service center (which may be in Geneva), receiving a cost estimate, and then proceeding with the service if you approve.

• Maintenance of Straps: The steel bracelet can be polished, and rubber straps are durable, but the leather straps should be kept away from water and sweat to prevent premature wear. The brand’s quick-change system allows for easy swapping of straps for different occasions.

• Cleaning: For daily maintenance, a simple wipe with a soft, dry cloth is recommended to remove dust and sweat. Avoid using harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners.

-Availability by Country

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time is a highly sought-after model but is generally more accessible than some of its competitors in the “Holy Trinity” (Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet). Based on data from global luxury watch marketplaces, it is most readily available in the following countries:

• -US (United States)

• -GB (United Kingdom)

• -HK (Hong Kong)

• -AU (Australia)

• -KR (South Korea)

• -FI (Finland)

• -CN (China)

• -ES (Spain)