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Vacheron Constantin Follow Ref. 44018 A fine and very rare stainless steel wristwatch with date and integrated bracelet 江詩丹頓，「222」型號44018，非常精美及罕有，精鋼自動上弦鏈帶腕錶，配日期顯示，1978年製。附後補證書 1978 38 mm diameter Case, dial and movement signed
Condition Report Request Condition Report Thank you for your request. The Condition Report will be sent shortly. Contact Us * Required Send me the Report Via Email Fax Contact Specialist Cancel Manufacturer : Vacheron Constantin Year : 1978 Reference No : 44018 Movement No : 684’900 Case No : 522’197 Model Name : 222 Material : Stainless steel Calibre : Automatic, cal. 1121, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin integrated bracelet, max length 190 mm Clasp/Buckle : Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin deployant clasp Dimensions : 38 mm diameter Signed : Case, dial and movement signed Accessories : Accompanied with Vacheron Constantin Extract of Archives Catalogue Essay Launched as a celebration of the brand’s 222nd anniversary, the 222 model, with the reference number 44018, has become one of the most iconic and recognizable timepieces over the past 40 years. While Patek Philippe introduced the Nautilus series in 1976, Vacheron Constantin turned to Jörg Hysek for the design of their first luxury sports wristwatch - the 222 model. The thin, tonneau-shaped case was one piece, and had a clever design with the screw down fluted bezel, which enclosed the movement and made it water resistant to 120 meters. The integrated bracelet further bestows upon the watch an unmissable retro aura. The watch is housed with Vacheron’s caliber 1121, based on the renowned Jaeger LeCoultre caliber 920 automatic movement. The 222 model was in production for only seven years, and only 500 timepieces in all metal and dial combinations were created. It is important to note that a very similar watch was sold at our New York’s Winning Icons auction in 2017 (Lot 36), which was only about 40 numbers away from the present lot. Preserved in overall excellent condition, the appealing gray dial has aged delicately, and the hour markers have developed a stunning shade of dark beige. The watch is an exceptional watch for the discerning aficionado looking for a flair of 1970s charm. Read More Maker Bio Vacheron Constantin Swiss • 1755 Follow The world's oldest watch brand in continuous operation since its founding in 1755, Vacheron Constantin was the first watch company to manufacture movements with interchangeable parts beginning in 1839. Vacheron's watches are admired for their Latin-influenced case designs, well-balanced proportions and exquisitely finished movements of the highest quality. The Geneva-based manufacturer is known for their highly complicated masterpieces, including the King Farouk Grand Complication made in 1935, the Tour de l'Ile that was the most complicated serially produced wristwatch when introduced in 2005 and the 57260 — the world’s most complicated watch — made in 2015. Key vintage models include minute repeating wristwatches such as the references 4261, chronographs such as the references 4178 and 6087 and the oversized Cioccolotone models such as ref. 4737. Collectors also appreciate Vacheron's Chronometer Royal pocket and wristwatches, as well as the '222,' the brand's first luxury sports watch produced from 1977 through 1984. View More Works