I have to say, VC produces some of the finest, most refined pieces I have laid my eyes on. Dreamwatches for sure.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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 ...
@midas19293 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@houstonjoseg13 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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...
@houstonjoseg13 жыл бұрын
@@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.
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 ...
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
They should do one in steel - yes! But I am not sure if they will do...
@johnnyboy15863 ай бұрын
Love the platinum or white gold with the blue hands and numerals
@WatchAdvisor3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@el.priest65183 жыл бұрын
Beautiful piece. And I love the fact that “large size” means 40mm and not 60mm like most brands ❤️
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
VC always stays moderate and smart in sizes ... while an other luxury manufacturer simply offers to many too small watches ...
@abrahambenmohagrau31813 жыл бұрын
I like the watch in white gold 40 mm and the Serapian leather strap. The American 1921 is an icon of Vacheron.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
A very particular and unique design... either you like or hate it...
@kurskk3 жыл бұрын
VC pure art. The books, the watches, great conversation. Thanks for the video sr.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@longlivemetal1997 Жыл бұрын
Just added the 36.5mm in rose gold pure class and perfect 🤩 watch. Great content as usual Alexander
@WatchAdvisor Жыл бұрын
Congratulations! Bravo! May your VC always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours!
@boeingdriver297 ай бұрын
Stunning!
@WatchAdvisor7 ай бұрын
Interesting Story behind too…
@kasperberg21243 жыл бұрын
Thank you Alex and Mr Selmoni 😎 you rock 🤟
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Your comment rocks too! Thank you so much!
@Ninakoklahombi3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful...The end.
@MohammadAWaly3 жыл бұрын
What I wouldn’t give to visit the Vacheron maison! Everything they make is absolutely breathtaking
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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...
@MohammadAWaly3 жыл бұрын
@@WatchAdvisor What would be the best way to get in touch?
@b.22213 жыл бұрын
Stunning Sir the watch does the talking 👍 Tam.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
There is nothing comparable on the market, just wannabes 😉
@horacioks3 жыл бұрын
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
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the good wishes and your kind feedback!
@wolper21553 жыл бұрын
Hi Alexander. Great Video, for a simply beautiful Timepiece. Unfortunately too expensive for me. Greetings
@wolper21553 жыл бұрын
Christian is the best dressed man in the Watch world.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Christian will be pleased to read this! 😉
@guillaumeperret78283 жыл бұрын
Beautiful watch
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Will still be beautiful after 200 years... 😉
@titor80173 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful piece. Great video
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Pure style and excellent watchmaking!
@garrettkenny43393 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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!!!!
@andresfelipefrancomunoz92103 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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!
@demiruyar73823 жыл бұрын
Vacheron 2000V Ultrathin in Steel - Please make it happen.
@kaiserphoenix013 жыл бұрын
The platinum is a winner wow...
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
The haptic and look of the platinum version simply is incredible ...
@hiriotapahiriotapa62143 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
I am happy to read this! Thank you!
@jonathanwelke3 жыл бұрын
Vacheron Constantin is pure class.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Yessss! 😉
@jameshoward97003 жыл бұрын
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!).
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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...
@roberthiers56063 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! I am sure they will be VERY happy to read this...
@GabrielX843 жыл бұрын
One of the most beautiful watches ever made, VC historic collection are all so stunning I hope they keep expanding on this.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Very much a niche product, but a wonderful one ...
@midas19293 жыл бұрын
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.
@BrittPearceWatches3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Fantastic video! And one of my all time favourite watches! Absolutely loved this!
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Very rare and stylish in fact...
@lipinglin19943 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Lovely and honest feedback! Thanks for sharing!
@charliedunne80273 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Gotta love Christian's stylish attire too.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Christian Selmoni is a style icon! Yesssss!
@luispadilla22123 жыл бұрын
CONGRATS Mr. Alexander always great videos and keep the best job in the world safe.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Thank you I will! Love your comment!
@silversurfer67563 жыл бұрын
Great content, Alexander. Excelsior!
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! What about the watches, do you like them?
@SaltBhj3 жыл бұрын
Good cameras, good content. My kinda channel.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Love your comment! Welcome and have fun!
@inkeduped50053 жыл бұрын
Nice classic design. Great interview. I'm still holding out for the Overseas with Brown dial.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind feedback!
@Moe90rules3 жыл бұрын
love them. thanks for the update!
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
The American 1921 are in fact unique and super cool - yes!
@sb-hy5ir3 жыл бұрын
Oh boy - what a gorgeous watch!
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Which size would you choose?
@sb-hy5ir3 жыл бұрын
@@WatchAdvisor definitely 40mm given my wrist is on the bigger and flatter end. However the 36mm would look fantastic as well!
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Goode choice! The 40 mm seems just to be perfect... even for my 17 cm wrist... 😉
@robertkreamer75223 жыл бұрын
Ah perfection
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
two words say everything... Thanks for sharing!
@erikalfiandy43753 жыл бұрын
Never know that there is Driving Watch. Another day, another knowledge. Thanks Alexander..😀😀
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, I am happy that you are here ... 😉
@jgc34343 жыл бұрын
The archive books 🤤 If only those could be scanned and shared on the VC website.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Maybe they will do one day... the digital aera for a 1755 founded brand is still very young ...
@BlackWipeout3 жыл бұрын
Nice watch, I noticed that the VC logo has a Templar inspiration ?
@nestorarodriguez28453 жыл бұрын
Beautiful time pieces! I love them. Thanks for all the info and nice shots.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this feedback! Which size would you choose?
@nestorarodriguez28453 жыл бұрын
@@WatchAdvisor I would go for the 40mm in white gold.
@jonathansmith2832 жыл бұрын
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
@WatchAdvisor2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing our passion and your kind feedback… Do also watch the videos we taped in March at Watches & Wonders in Geneva …
@albertmyers71763 жыл бұрын
Very nice, thanks for the vid
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@vinnym94793 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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_Tandon3 жыл бұрын
Wating for this
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
I am happy to read this!
@adams7333 жыл бұрын
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! ❤️❤️❤️
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
It can of course be a watch for drivers ... but the American 1921 can be much ore than this ... 😉
@michaelriera62778 ай бұрын
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.
@adams7338 ай бұрын
@@michaelriera6277: My comment was not a recommendation. I own the watch. Love it.
@panayiotiskyriacou51183 жыл бұрын
There are very few things in the world that i wouldnt do to have this watch..
@kevintoth53653 жыл бұрын
Work..?????
@panayiotiskyriacou51183 жыл бұрын
@@kevintoth5365 my line of work cannot justify a 30k plus watch. Maybe if they made it in steel i could stretch
@japd78973 жыл бұрын
@@kevintoth5365 That is too extreme!! 😄.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Love your comment and honesty!
@Mohammedalyafeimusic3 жыл бұрын
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Thank you!
@yukeduo3 жыл бұрын
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
@gyang3333 жыл бұрын
Christian is so fashionable.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
And the watches? What about them?
@alejandrokovacs24243 жыл бұрын
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
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Nice
@WatchAdvisor Жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@kevinhan7212 жыл бұрын
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?
@WatchAdvisor2 жыл бұрын
White gold! Much more discrete and understated... the design itself is "loud" & cool enough...
@richardtan3223 жыл бұрын
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
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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
@michaelriera62778 ай бұрын
Between 68 and 96 depending on what hemisphere your winding. If you get it wrong the left spongy bing bong will melt.
@user-wi9nn6dz8w3 жыл бұрын
Vacheron Constantin is pure aristocracy!
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Simply love that statement! Thanks for sharing!
@zatarawood35883 жыл бұрын
Is the 36.5mm made for men as well as for women? How does this size compare to the historic example?
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Unisex! Anyhow everyone should wear what he wants ...
@patrickjean-philippe76792 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchAdvisor2 жыл бұрын
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 😉
@FiXilVer3 жыл бұрын
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..
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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 ....
@FiXilVer3 жыл бұрын
@@WatchAdvisor thats great, thank you for that! I will wait for the answer.
@FiXilVer3 жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@golfinguru117 ай бұрын
No evidence that this was ever a driver’s watch. My guess is that it’s a myth.
@j.burgess44593 жыл бұрын
Hm, that is the kind of watch which could be worn by a 5 star general in the US Army, I think.
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
Love that comment! What exactly is the association behind your thought?
@j.burgess44593 жыл бұрын
@@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?)
@johnprosser50353 жыл бұрын
Not good if you're left handed like me 😢
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
If there is enough request VC should release a version for left handed as well...
@johnprosser50353 жыл бұрын
@@WatchAdvisor that would be great.....would like more brands offering a Destro. How about a left hand Seamaster 300M?
@razvanpele83043 жыл бұрын
What an unpleasant man, mr. Selmoni is… unbeleivable
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
How come? What’s wrong? Can you specify please?
@mohnnadmercedes82463 жыл бұрын
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!
@silversurfer67563 жыл бұрын
It'll never happen! The watches speak for themselves.Excelsior!
@WatchAdvisor3 жыл бұрын
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...