Manufacturer: Vacheron Constantin Year: 2012 Reference No: 49150/B01A Movement No: 5'231'010 Case No: 1'225'361 Model Name: Overseas Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1137, 37 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin bracelet stamped "BRSD" and "B01/1" to the endlinks, max length 180mm Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin double deployant clasp stamped "BRSC" and "3004/1" Dimensions: 42mm Diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed Accessories: Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confirming the production of the present timepiece in 2012.
Catalogue Essay
- Drawing its inspiration from the renowned reference 222, Vacheron Constantin introduced the Overseas collection to the market in 1996, and it has since evolved into one of the most iconic luxury sports watches.
- Gaining significant popularity among collectors, the model has offered enthusiasts a variety of combinations with diverse materials, dials, dimensions, and complications.
- The current Vacheron Constantin Overseas reference 49150, crafted in stainless steel and featuring a captivating black dial, represents a modern interpretation of this celebrated line. Incorporating a chronograph complication with an oversized, double date aperture, the 42mm diameter case showcases a notched bezel secured by eight screws and boasting a bas-relief "Overseas" ship motif on the back.
- Equipped with the antimagnetic automatic in-house caliber 1137, providing protection up to 25,000 A/m, the watch offers a 40-hour power reserve when fully wound.
- This present Vacheron Constantin reference 49150 is offered in very good overall condition. Exceptionally well-crafted, the model is not only rare but also exudes a sporty, practical charm, making it an ideal chronograph for everyday wear.
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.