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W&W 2020: Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Complete Calendar und Self-Winding in Sepia-Brown

W&W 2020: Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Complete Calendar und Self-Winding in Sepia-Brown

Unveiled in 2018, the FiftySix collection is now extended by two new versions in rose gold, available in a complete calendar and automatic version. Both watches for the first time have a sepia brown-toned dial colour and brown calfskin leather strap.

The FiftySix line is mainly inspired by reference 6073, that was introduced in 1956. It was the very first water-resistant automatic watch ever created by Vacheron Constantin. A new sepia brown-toned dial colour now reinforces the vintage character of this watch. 

FiftySix Complete Calendar

Framed by a 40 mm-diameter 18 carats 5N pink gold case, the sepia brown-toned dial is visually extended by a calfskin leather strap. Punctuated by day, date, month indications – as well as a moon phase requiring no adjustment for 122 years.

Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Complete Calendar Ref. 4000E/000R-B065

The subtle sector-type dial features opaline, sunburst and snailed finishes creating special light effects, setting the stage for 18 carats 5N pink gold moon discs standing out against a blue sky. The 2460 QCL/1 self-winding movement with complete calendar indications is also equipped with a stop-seconds device.

Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Complete Calendar Ref. 4000E/000R-B065

The sapphire caseback reveals traditional Côtes de Genève finishes, swept over by a 22 carats pink gold oscillating weight delicately openworked in a shape inspired by the Maltese cross. This symbol is also evoked in the shape of the lugs and on the notched crown of this watch. Price: 36,100 euros.

FiftySix Self-Winding

The new automatic version is powered by manufacture caliber 1326 with a power reserve of 48 hours. With its new sepia brown-toned dial colour matching the colour of its calfskin strap, the FiftySix self-winding watch is further reinforced by an even more resolutely retro touch. 

Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Self-Winding Ref. 4600E/000R-B576

Topped by a box-type crystal typical of the 1950s, the sector-type dial is distinguished by the refinement of its opaline, sunburst and snailed finishes. This composition is punctuated by hands and hour-markers enhanced with luminescent material and matching the 40 mm-diameter 18 carats 5N pink gold case. 

On the reverse side, the self-winding movement visible through the sapphire crystal caseback provides a view of the Côtes de Genève decoration, swept over by an openworked 22 carats pink gold oscillating weight whose design is inspired by the Maltese cross. A shape that echoes the Vacheron Constantin emblem and is also evoked in the case lugs and on the crown. Price: 20,000 euros.


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FEATURES
Complete Calendar
BRAND:Vacheron Constantin
MODEL:FiftySix Complete Calendar
REFERENCE:4000E/000R-B065
CASE:18Kt 5N Roségold
WATER-RESISTANCE:3 bar (~ 30 m)
DIMENSIONS:Diameter: 40.0 mm
Height: 11.6 mm
DIAL:Sepia brown-toned, opaline centre, sunburst exterior, 18K 5N pink gold Arabic numerals, 18K 5N pink gold hours
STRAP/BRACELET:Brown calfskin leather with calfskin lining and beige stitching
MOVEMENT:Calibre 2460QCL/1
MOVEMENT TYPEAutomatic
POWER RESERVE:40 hours
FREQUENCY:28,800 Vph / 4 Hz
FUNCTIONS:Hours, minutes, central seconds, complete calendar, moonphase
PRICEEUR 36,100
Self-Winding
BRAND:Vacheron Constantin
MODEL:FiftySix Self-Winding
REFERENCE:4600E/000R-B576
CASE:18Kt 5N Roségold
WATER-RESISTANCE:3 bar (~ 30 m)
DIMENSIONS:Diameter: 40.0 mm
Height: 9.6 mm
DIAL:Sepia brown-toned, opaline centre, sunburst exterior, 18K 5N pink gold Arabic numerals, 18K 5N pink gold hours
STRAP/BRACELET:Brown calfskin leather with calfskin lining and beige stitching
MOVEMENT:Calibre 1326
MOVEMENT TYPEAutomatic
POWER RESERVE:48 hours
FREQUENCY:28,800 Vph / 4 Hz
FUNCTIONS:Hours, minutes, central seconds, date
PRICEEUR 20,000