Vacheron Constantin Overseas 42042

Vacheron Constantin Overseas 42042 Blue Stick Dial

Released in 1996, the Vacheron Constantin Overseas was, in effect, the revival of VC’s previously discontinued sports watch collection, the 222 - released to celebrate VC's 222nd anniversary. As the 222 was VC’s first foray into sports watches, designers Vincent Kaufmann and Dino Modolo sought to build upon that very same aesthetic with the Overseas and create a watch that could “weather any challenge [and] share your horizons”. The first iteration of the Overseas was produced from 1996 until 2004 and came in a tonneau-shaped case with a fluted bezel designed to evoke VC’s emblem, the Maltese cross. Combining its thin 9mm case with the Overseas’ other elegant dimensions, the Overseas exuded the very same refined proportions that Vacheron were, and still are so well known for while retaining a robust water-resistant stainless steel case and a strong integrated bracelet. While originally jet black, this example's dial has aged to include specs of tropicalized golden brown patina across its entire surface that are completely unique to this timepiece and give it an aesthetic unlike anything Vacheron had ever intended. Perhaps the most universally wearable size in all of watchmaking, the ref. 42042's 37mm stainless steel case wears exceptionally well, with its integrated bracelet following the case and flowing around the wrist perfectly. 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.