製造商: Vacheron Constantin 年份: Circa 1980 型號: 44018 機芯編號: 719'017 錶殼號碼: 522460 型號名稱: 222 "Jumbo" 材料: Stainless steel 機芯: Automatic, cal. 1121, 36 jewels 錶帶/ 錶鏈: Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin bracelet, max length 175mm 錶扣: Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin deployant clasp 尺寸: 38mm Diameter 簽名: Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
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Launched in 1977, the iconic reference 222 was introduced to the market only a few years after the Royal Oak from Audemars Piguet and the Nautilus from Patek Philippe, both of which were designed by Gerald Genta. It is common misconception to believe that reference 222 was designed by Genta. In fact, Vacheron Constantin handed the design responsibility to Jörg Hysek. The result was an attractive tonneau-inspired shape displaying contrasting polished and brush finishes. In addition, the screw-downed bezel added a sporty, yet ultra elegant look, suitable for any gentleman.
The overall condition of the watch is appealing with sharp facets and angles noticeable throughout the case. The silvered dial adds a charming touch, combined with the flat-linked bracelet for a perfectly balanced wristwatch.
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.
