Pick #3 – Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph
The sleek, sporty Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph was designed for those who love to travel but need a timepiece with complications that are useful in everyday life. With a sport watch history that can be traced back to the ’30s, Vacheron Constantin has the know how to produce a tough but classy watch, and the previous generations of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronographs stand in testament to that ability.
This timepiece features the manufacturer’s calibre 5200 mechanical chronograph movement that can be seen through the transparent caseback. The stainless steel case measures 42.5 millimeters in diameter, is water resistant up to 150 meters and is accented by screw-down chronograph push-pieces. Traditionally seen on diving watches, screw-down push-pieces are a utilitarian feature that prevent unintentional activation of the start, stop and reset buttons, aiding in water resistance and durability. The Overseas also features anti-magnetic protection to 25,000 A/m (a true accomplishment for any luxury timepiece) and comes with your choice of three different straps (including alligator, stainless steel and rubber).
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph, with its refined movement, sporty design, rugged capabilities and the brand’s 260-year-old pedigree mean it is a strong contender to be that one watch that can be worn in the office and stay on your wrist throughout all your weekend voyages.
So, which one would you take on your next exploration?