Vacheron Constantin Calatrava 6562

Vacheron Constantin Automatic 6562 Stainless Steel

Vacheron Constantin has evolved over the years from their position in the shadows of their fellow "Holy Trinity" members, Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe, to a watchmaker that is revered throughout the entire watchmaking industry. Crucial to this development was their attractive dress watches and robust yet wonderfully built everyday watches like the ref. 6562 that we have here with its stunning silver dial. While most high-end brands typically focus on created understated round dress watches during the 1960s that were made of precious metals, there has always been room for watchmakers to experiment with timepieces that break from that convention in some way, shape or form, and Vacheron broke from that convention with the ref. 6562 by using stainless steel for its 35mm construction. While it is set apart from the typical luxury dress watches of its era by material, the ref. 6562 also exceeds its peers in specs thanks to its automatic movement, which adds to its appeal to today’s modern collectors given that watches of this ilk were typically powered by manual-wind movements. A stainless steel Calatrava-style automatic 35mm dress watch with Vacheron’s craftsmanship to boot, the ref. 6562 has it all. Brand : Vacheron Constantin Dimensions : 35mm Model : Calatrava Movement : Automatic cal. K1071 Reference : 6562 Bracelet : Leather strap Year : Circa 1960s Condition : Excellent Material : Stainless steel Included : Watch only Dial Color : Silver THE DIAL Featuring a simple dial with applied indices and large dauphine hands, the ref. 6562's display is as confidently understated as the construction that surrounds it. THE CONSTRUCTION Made of stainless steel and boasting a 35mm diameter, the ref. 6562 is a perfect example of how vintage timepieces can still be perfectly wearable in line with today's preferences, especially when we consider that it is powered by an automatic movement. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.