VACHERON CONSTANTIN Historiques American 1921 presented by Christian Selmoni

[@johnvsbear4247]

I have to say, VC produces some of the finest, most refined pieces I have laid my eyes on. Dreamwatches for sure.

[@WatchAdvisor]

the very cool thing on top is that the brand/the watches is (are) not that hyped like the ones from another manufacturer in Geneva... Everything is much more relaxed and not seen with "religious" seriousness ...

[@midas1929]

​@@WatchAdvisor A Vacheron Constantin you buy only for yourself. Other brands get bought for others, to show you can afford them or for speculation. Owners of VC love watches, not the status. One of the reasons I love the brand so much.

[@houstonjoseg1]

Great timepiece. Amazing how they still have their order books from over 100 years ago. This is why they are part of the trinity of watchmakers.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Vacheron Constantin is very much under the radar, while Patek Philippe is too much hyped... A more reasonable and moderate look on both brands would be necessary...

[@houstonjoseg1]

@@WatchAdvisor I think right now it’s the stainless steel sports model craze that has hyped Patek. While Vacheron Constantin has the overseas, that model doesn’t separate itself enough from classical watch designs to be interesting. That’s why the 1921 is so admired. It’s different and elegant. I do love the re-release but they missed an opportunity to show off their mastery of complications. Imagine a 1921 with a perpetual calendar or because it’s a drivers watch, a chronograph.

[@ManuB985]

Timeless watch, spectacular!!!!!!! Thanks Alexander!!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Also after 200 years they still will be cool 😉

[@tonylee-UK]

Fantastic. Thank you Alexander.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you!

[@Norman-mn7gp]

Historiques American 1921 is already an icon and a representative watch of VC. beautiful, elegant, Art Deco, with its own identity: it is a watch from a great collection. Thank you Mr. Alexander for displaying such an extraordinary watch and for interviewing the Christian gentleman ... By the way: When Vacheron shows a 1921 American in steel it will be crazy; a modern classic ...

[@WatchAdvisor]

They should do one in steel - yes! But I am not sure if they will do...

[@johnnyboy1586]

Love the platinum or white gold with the blue hands and numerals

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing!

[@el.priest6518]

Beautiful piece. And I love the fact that “large size” means 40mm and not 60mm like most brands ❤️

[@WatchAdvisor]

VC always stays moderate and smart in sizes ... while an other luxury manufacturer simply offers to many too small watches ...

[@abrahambenmohagrau3181]

I like the watch in white gold 40 mm and the Serapian leather strap. The American 1921 is an icon of Vacheron.

[@WatchAdvisor]

A very particular and unique design... either you like or hate it...

[@kurskk]

VC pure art. The books, the watches, great conversation. Thanks for the video sr.

[@WatchAdvisor]

My pleasure!

[@longlivemetal1997]

Just added the 36.5mm in rose gold pure class and perfect 🤩 watch. Great content as usual Alexander

[@WatchAdvisor]

Congratulations! Bravo! May your VC always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours!

[@boeingdriver29]

Stunning!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Interesting Story behind too…

[@kasperberg2124]

Thank you Alex and Mr Selmoni 😎 you rock 🤟

[@WatchAdvisor]

Your comment rocks too! Thank you so much!

[@Ninakoklahombi]

Beautiful...The end.

[@MohammadAWaly]

What I wouldn’t give to visit the Vacheron maison! Everything they make is absolutely breathtaking

[@WatchAdvisor]

Once COVID is gone contact me if you need some help to visit... Once you are in Geneva I can do the rest for you...

[@MohammadAWaly]

@@WatchAdvisor What would be the best way to get in touch?

[@b.2221]

Stunning Sir the watch does the talking 👍 Tam.

[@WatchAdvisor]

There is nothing comparable on the market, just wannabes 😉

[@horacioks]

WatchAdvisor on the road Congratulations Mr. Alexander !! It’s always great to hear from the brand representatives the novelties Trying to get back to normal #BeSafe

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you for the good wishes and your kind feedback!

[@wolper2155]

Hi Alexander. Great Video, for a simply beautiful Timepiece. Unfortunately too expensive for me. Greetings

[@wolper2155]

Christian is the best dressed man in the Watch world.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Christian will be pleased to read this! 😉

[@guillaumeperret7828]

Beautiful watch

[@WatchAdvisor]

Will still be beautiful after 200 years... 😉

[@titor8017]

Such a beautiful piece. Great video

[@WatchAdvisor]

Pure style and excellent watchmaking!

[@garrettkenny4339]

Hey Alexander, what a great video - you and Her Selmoni - two of my watch heros. I can’t even begin to imagine the complexities of making a video like in these days _ BUT please keep doing it. The wold is so bored of zoom. Stay well and a massive thanks for what you do for my passion.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Writing this kind of feedback is like loud, frenetic and long lasting applause for an artist ... THANK YOU VERY MUCH in the name for the entire WA-team!!!!

[@andresfelipefrancomunoz9210]

5:05 the moment you realize that the 1000 km drive from Austria worth it. So glad that the brands are welcoming Alexander amazingly for the effort he has done by being there in person.

[@WatchAdvisor]

I just cam home yesterday... The all over feedback to our videos is so positive and loaded with so much positive emotions, so I do not regret a second that I drove all these kilometers to Geneva and back home again... I am happy to read they! Thank you for sharing!

[@demiruyar7382]

Vacheron 2000V Ultrathin in Steel - Please make it happen.

[@kaiserphoenix01]

The platinum is a winner wow...

[@WatchAdvisor]

The haptic and look of the platinum version simply is incredible ...

[@hiriotapahiriotapa6214]

I wish i could own this piece of art one day. Very nice indeed. Thank you for your videos. Becoming a big fan of this channel now.

[@WatchAdvisor]

I am happy to read this! Thank you!

[@jonathanwelke]

Vacheron Constantin is pure class.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Yessss! 😉

[@jameshoward9700]

Beautiful watches. The 11 o'clock crown doesn't make sense - maybe that vintage model was designed for high-hand wear? However, it was the Platine Split-second Chronometer that blew me away at W&W. One of the most perfect watches I've ever seen (except for the price!).

[@WatchAdvisor]

I was not able to film the chronograph yet ... the pieces were on the way to Watches and Wonders in Shanghai, were they are shown life to the press and potential buyers ... will come back to VC later this year and film it...

[@roberthiers5606]

As much as a impeccable product; the friendship and service of the staff of the Miami boutique clearly puts Vacheron in the " Holy Trinity" of watches.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing! I am sure they will be VERY happy to read this...

[@GabrielX84]

One of the most beautiful watches ever made, VC historic collection are all so stunning I hope they keep expanding on this.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Very much a niche product, but a wonderful one ...

[@midas1929]

My grail watch is the 1921 in white gold or platinum. Look at that platinum and then judge how some of the brands (no names here) get away with totally overpricing for a steel sports watch that is so common (also thanks to fakes) compared to this jewel! This is just a piece of art and touch of class. I can't afford it, but I am happy for everybody that can and that it exists. Please show the Egerie for ladies. I think VC now also has the nicest watch for the gentlewoman.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Wow! Fantastic video! And one of my all time favourite watches! Absolutely loved this!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Very rare and stylish in fact...

[@lipinglin1994]

I was very lucky to check the original out at Watch and Wonders Shanghai 2021. The piece was stunning, small, and very precise. The dial was super clean and I can't really believe it was kept in such a good condition over one century of time. I also was very lucky to try on the 36.5mm white gold version on my wrist at the Shanghai IFC Boutique. It fits perfectly for a small wrist like mine (14.6mm). I know they market it as a women's watch for smaller watches, but making them in the same proportion but a different size gives smaller wrist guys like me a chance to give it a go before backing off from beautiful watches like this. I think VC did a great job in making sure that its customer base is covered with elegant style watches, which is very different from many other brands that focus more on larger sports watches marketed towards men with the larger wrist. I got to say this watch will be on my next shopping list probably in a few years.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Lovely and honest feedback! Thanks for sharing!

[@charliedunne8027]

Brilliant! Gotta love Christian's stylish attire too.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Christian Selmoni is a style icon! Yesssss!

[@luispadilla2212]

CONGRATS Mr. Alexander always great videos and keep the best job in the world safe.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you I will! Love your comment!

[@silversurfer6756]

Great content, Alexander. Excelsior!

[@WatchAdvisor]

My pleasure! What about the watches, do you like them?

[@SaltBhj]

Good cameras, good content. My kinda channel.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your comment! Welcome and have fun!

[@inkeduped5005]

Nice classic design. Great interview. I'm still holding out for the Overseas with Brown dial.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you for the kind feedback!

[@Moe90rules]

love them. thanks for the update!

[@WatchAdvisor]

The American 1921 are in fact unique and super cool - yes!

[@sb-hy5ir]

Oh boy - what a gorgeous watch!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Which size would you choose?

[@sb-hy5ir]

@@WatchAdvisor definitely 40mm given my wrist is on the bigger and flatter end. However the 36mm would look fantastic as well!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Goode choice! The 40 mm seems just to be perfect... even for my 17 cm wrist... 😉

[@robertkreamer7522]

Ah perfection

[@WatchAdvisor]

two words say everything... Thanks for sharing!

[@erikalfiandy4375]

Never know that there is Driving Watch. Another day, another knowledge. Thanks Alexander..😀😀

[@WatchAdvisor]

My pleasure, I am happy that you are here ... 😉

[@jgc3434]

The archive books 🤤 If only those could be scanned and shared on the VC website.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Maybe they will do one day... the digital aera for a 1755 founded brand is still very young ...

[@BlackWipeout]

Nice watch, I noticed that the VC logo has a Templar inspiration ?

[@nestorarodriguez2845]

Beautiful time pieces! I love them. Thanks for all the info and nice shots.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing this feedback! Which size would you choose?

[@nestorarodriguez2845]

@@WatchAdvisor I would go for the 40mm in white gold.

[@jonathansmith283]

your passion for watches - is wonderful. the VC AMERICAN , is just fabulous. such an interesting chat , like taking a class in horology . thanks. ~ JDS/CT

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing our passion and your kind feedback… Do also watch the videos we taped in March at Watches & Wonders in Geneva …

[@albertmyers7176]

Very nice, thanks for the vid

[@WatchAdvisor]

My pleasure!

[@vinnym9479]

Have just subscribed. Great host, fresh content & seems respected by major watch companies. U seem in stark contrast to a lot of young watch bloggers who are churning out content to compete or just to get another vid out there, this is where you are unique in that your getting content from the source not speculation or copying regurgitated gossip.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your comment! Thank you VERY MUCH! I look back on almost 30 years in the industry... I started with writing articles and books, got online already in 1999 with TimeZone and continued my journey reporting about watches and the watch industry digital + analog and through podcasts, to finally end up producing videos since 2018 with the team... What you see here is what we think is the best content for the best audience in the world... 😉

[@Om_Tandon]

Wating for this

[@WatchAdvisor]

I am happy to read this!

[@adams733]

Since it is a driving watch,y assumption is that the 11oclock crown was made for right hand drive cars because the left hand is mainly used to shift. Maybe this new variation moved the crown to the 1oclock because more automobiles are going towards automatic transmissions? Regardless, it works! ❤️❤️❤️

[@WatchAdvisor]

It can of course be a watch for drivers ... but the American 1921 can be much ore than this ... 😉

[@michaelriera6277]

Yes, because drivers today in the 21st century need these beautiful, wonderful masterpieces as a driving tool. I’m sure VC will take your astute observation and recommend into consideration for their next iteration The American 2024.

[@adams733]

⁠​⁠@@michaelriera6277: My comment was not a recommendation. I own the watch. Love it.

[@panayiotiskyriacou5118]

There are very few things in the world that i wouldnt do to have this watch..

[@kevintoth5365]

Work..?????

[@panayiotiskyriacou5118]

@@kevintoth5365 my line of work cannot justify a 30k plus watch. Maybe if they made it in steel i could stretch

[@japd7897]

@@kevintoth5365 That is too extreme!! 😄.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your comment and honesty!

[@Mohammedalyafeimusic]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@WatchAdvisor]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@yukeduo]

They should have kept the subseconds dial at the 6:00 The new subseconds dial is not oriented to the same angle as the hour and minute hands. 12:00 position on the sub-seconds is actually displaying 10 seconds

[@gyang333]

Christian is so fashionable.

[@WatchAdvisor]

And the watches? What about them?

[@alejandrokovacs2424]

Hi Alexander !! VC on of the best and historical watch maker really nice interview. Please continuous making this hi tec content like always. Please tray to make a meeting with rolex CEO . Regard again from Doha - Qatar

[@WatchAdvisor]

My dear friend the Rolex CEO will not talk with me. I know Jean-Fred Dufour for almost 30 years and before he became the Rolex CEO we often talked also in front of a camera and microphone, but now the is no longer possible. Rolex is a foundation and no one talks in public. We now only talk behind the scenes ... Thanks for your feedback about this Vacheron Constantin video 😉

[@mohammedrashid2906]

Nice

[@WatchAdvisor]

Very nice!

[@kevinhan721]

In strictly design point of view, between yellow gold and white gold which gild do you think if matches better with this particular design and watch?

[@WatchAdvisor]

White gold! Much more discrete and understated... the design itself is "loud" & cool enough...

[@richardtan322]

One of the most VC iconic watch. Do you know how many winds are needed to get the full power reserve and will the watch continue moving when worn? Thanks

[@WatchAdvisor]

The 4400 AS is a hand-wound calibre with 65 hours of power reserve. I don't know how often you will have to turn the crown, but I assume quite often to fully charge the huge barrel ... Click here to read more about the calibre: www.vacheron-constantin.com/en/calibers/4400-as.html

[@michaelriera6277]

Between 68 and 96 depending on what hemisphere your winding. If you get it wrong the left spongy bing bong will melt.

[@user-wi9nn6dz8w]

Vacheron Constantin is pure aristocracy!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Simply love that statement! Thanks for sharing!

[@zatarawood3588]

Is the 36.5mm made for men as well as for women? How does this size compare to the historic example?

[@WatchAdvisor]

Unisex! Anyhow everyone should wear what he wants ...

[@patrickjean-philippe7679]

I went to look for the platinum one whilst in Dubai last year... I am still wondering between it and a Patek Philippe although the 21 would be great to drive my prewar cars.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and passion with us and greetings from the legendary “Südsteiermark Classic 2022” that will start tomorrow … www.suedsteiermark-classic.com/?sprache_session=english … Check Start number 159 😉

[@FiXilVer]

On the historical watch, there ist the 60 second mark of the subdial in line with the main dial (12 o clock in same direction as 60second mark) but on the new model ist the subdial 60 second mark not in line with the mail dial any more but with the watch band. Any ideas why? Optically i find this malalignement to be very disturbing. shame..

[@WatchAdvisor]

Very good question! I wasn't aware of that little detail until I read your comment... Will contact / ask Christian and come back to you asap ....

[@FiXilVer]

@@WatchAdvisor thats great, thank you for that! I will wait for the answer.

[@FiXilVer]

@@WatchAdvisor Dear Alexander, did you receive an answer from Vacheron Constantin because of the subdial orientation already? I am really interested to know. Thank you, and thank you for all your live videos recently! You did a great job at presenting the novelties.

[@gshen1985]

The original 1921 crown at 11 o’clock，because the car’s steering wheel on the right side, left hand control the gear stick, right hand wear watch and hold steering wheel.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing!

[@golfinguru11]

No evidence that this was ever a driver’s watch. My guess is that it’s a myth.

[@j.burgess4459]

Hm, that is the kind of watch which could be worn by a 5 star general in the US Army, I think.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love that comment! What exactly is the association behind your thought?

[@j.burgess4459]

@@WatchAdvisor Well, for me it feels a bit like a military watch (although it was actually designed more with car drivers in mind, I believe?)

[@johnprosser5035]

Not good if you're left handed like me 😢

[@WatchAdvisor]

If there is enough request VC should release a version for left handed as well...

[@johnprosser5035]

@@WatchAdvisor that would be great.....would like more brands offering a Destro. How about a left hand Seamaster 300M?

[@razvanpele8304]

What an unpleasant man, mr. Selmoni is… unbeleivable

[@WatchAdvisor]

How come? What’s wrong? Can you specify please?

[@mohnnadmercedes8246]

Nearly all swiss brands you are reviewing alexander all of them open minded to share information with public via brand’s executives EXPECT rolex 🤣 you go to their HQ and review their novelties with no one appear to camera! Very weird and suspicious strategy! For over 2 years i want you to interview with only one roelx executive!

[@silversurfer6756]

It'll never happen! The watches speak for themselves.Excelsior!

[@WatchAdvisor]

No one will speak to anyone at Rolex in front ofd a camera/microphone ... This is part of the philosophy of Rolex being a Foundation...