The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date ref. 4010U/000G-H070 epitomizes understated elegance and timeless sophistication. With its clean lines, uncluttered dial, and slender profile measuring 9.7 mm in thickness, this watch exudes a classic charm that transcends fleeting trends. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and the highest level of Swiss watchmaking expertise, each timepiece in the Patrimony collection stands as a testament to Vacheron Constantin's rich heritage and commitment to excellence.
Cased in a generous but understated-looking 18K white gold case measuring 42.5 mm in diameter, the new Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date is fitted with a new dial with an antique-looking color referred to as sunburst old-silver-toned. Up until now, the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date was available in 18K white gold or 18K pink gold with a silver opaline dial.
The new dial creates a subtle contrast with the pink gold of the hands and hour markers, giving a two-tone twist to this model driven by in-house automatic movement calibre 2460 R31L.
Things to Know About the Watch
Combining a moon-phase indication in an aperture at 6 o'clock —graduated to correspond precisely to the moon's cycle of 29 days, 12 hours, and 45 minutes— and a retrograde date indication between 9 and 3 o’clock, the look of this watch is as Vacheron Constantin as it gets. The new dial color along with the new olive green alligator leather strap form a match made in heaven with a powerful vintage aura.
With its perfectly round case surrounded by a slender bezel, a slightly convex dial punctuated by slender hour-markers, and a ‘pearl’ minutes track all in pink gold, the Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date embodies minimalism and creates a magic allure in a simple yet very sophisticated timepiece.
The Movement
Turning the watch over reveals a display case back that allows for a full view of the in-house automatic movement calibre 2460 R31L. This 275-part automatic movement was fully developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin, it bears the Poinçon de Genève, is equipped with a 22K solid gold skeletonized oscillating weight with VC’s Maltese cross and beats at a frequency of 28,800 vph to provide a power reserve of 40 hours when fully wound.
On the Wrist & Price
On the wrist, the new Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date wears true to its size and quite elegantly. With a huge vintage aura thanks to its antique-looking silvered dial this is a watch that will for sure become a conversation piece wherever you go.
Sticker Price USD 49,400. For more info on Vacheron Constantin click here.
