Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Jul 23, 2020
LOT 342
Vacheron Constantin
Ref. 4178, chronograph, minute-recorder; 18K yellow gold
Ref. 4178, chronograph, minute-recorder; 18K yellow gold
HKD 148,000 - 209,000
CHF 18,000 - 25,400 / USD 19,000 - 26,900
18K yellow gold, manual-winding, round-shaped, gentleman’s wristwatch, snap-on case-back, fancy flared lugs, “champagne” dial with subsidiary seconds at 9 and two horological complications:
• 1/5 second chronograph with rectangular push-pieces and telemetric scale graduated for a mileage
• Half-instantaneous 30-minute recorder (subsidiary dial at 3 o’clock)
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-8-01 |
Good Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Vacheron Constantin, Geneva
Reference 4178
Year circa 1945-1950
Movement No. 446 438
Case No. 294 272 (by E. & C. Nardin, La Chaux-de-Fonds)
Bracelet brown leather strap, gilded metal buckle
Caliber 13’’’, V 434, beryllium screw-balance, adjusted in 5 positions
Dimensions Ø 35.8 mm.
Signature dial, case and movement
Notes
Vacheron Constantin, Ref. 4178
The flared lugs of this reference are one of the unique characteristics of Vacheron Constantin chronographs. Instantly recognizable, perfectly proportioned, this is one of the most beautiful and sought-after sports chronograph watches of the 1940’s.
The flared lugs of this reference are one of the unique characteristics of Vacheron Constantin chronographs. Instantly recognizable, perfectly proportioned, this is one of the most beautiful and sought-after sports chronograph watches of the 1940’s.