Manufacturer: Vacheron & Constantin Year: 1945 Reference No: 4072 Movement No: 437'614 Case No: 275'647 Material: Stainless steel and pink gold Calibre: Manual, cal. 434, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel pin buckle Dimensions: 34mm Diameter Signed: Case, dial and movement signed Accessories: Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confirming production of this watch in 1945
Catalogue Essay
Two-tone cases in vintage watches not only have a certain graphic beauty but the mix of a white metal (steel, white gold, platinum) with a colored metal (pink or yellow gold) gives the watch incredible presence on the wrist. The present reference 4072 in steel with pink gold bezel, crown and chronograph pushers is a wonderful take on a classic design with a twist.
The addition of an exquisite two-tone champagne dial to an already perfect equation elevates this watch to bombastic heights.
In production from 1938 until the late 1960s the reference 4072 still exudes a highly contemporary elegance. Vacheron Constantin produced the watch with both the rare oval-shaped chronograph pushers, or as found on the present watch, with more modern, rectangular-shaped pushers. Furthermore, the 34mm case featured either a rare flat bezel or a beveled one.
One of Vacheron Constantin’s most iconic and sought after vintage chronograph models, especially in the present combination of which less than 70 are known, this particular reference 4072 is distinguished by its immaculate case preserved in factory fresh condition. The case appears larger due to the elongated and powerful lugs as well as the wide dial opening.
Scholars and connoisseurs consider Vacheron Constantin chronographs to be amongst the most beautiful ever made, offering exceptional quality, aesthetics and value. The present model is amongst the finest and best preserved examples of the reference to appear on the market in recent memory, making it a trophy watch for the connoisseur.
