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Vacheron Constantin's latest short-term exhibition "elegant aspect • time heritage" embarked on a fascinating journey of enlightenment. Through the brand collection of 57 timepieces, to show the important development of aesthetics and technology, confirming the brand has always been concerned about the needs of demanding travelers, to create time to meet their wishes measurement tools.
Located on the first floor of the historic building in Quai de l'Ile, Geneva, the show is on display from a collection of over 1,300 Vacheron Constantin museum collections. The common feature of these timepieces is that they are not afraid of any restrictions on their journey and can always provide reliable readings to assist the wearer in conquering the world. The exhibition opened with a suitcase by François Constantin in 1840 and a navigation chronograph symbolizing navigation to reveal the deep-seated spirit of travel in the core philosophies of the brand.
Can be hidden time and two places time
A purse-type alarm clock with a handbag, watch with a window and lighter style watch: As a loyal travel companion, the timepiece can be hidden to protect the reading time, so as not to damage the way due to harsh conditions. In the 20th century, the display and mechanism of the timepieces had to cater to the needs of the users and at the same time provide a number of indication functions, such as TWO, WWT functions. Luminous coated numbers and hands ensure easy reading in the dark, especially on the 1918 US Army Corps of Engineers Pocket Watch.
Waterproof and anti-magnetic
Protecting the mechanism from magnetic forces, humidity and dust is a major challenge. In 1885, Vacheron Constantin used palladium, gold and bronze parts to create the first timepiece to withstand the effects of a magnetic field. In 1895, the brand introduced the first "sealed" steel hour meter. In 1933, Vacheron Constantin developed a waterproof and anti-air pressure watch with a screw-in back cover and a bezel, which became the inspiration for the design of the 222 watch and the Overseas Cartoons. The so-called "sports" timepiece Initial prototype. To meet more demand, Vacheron Constantin introduced a pilot's timepiece worn on the thigh of a pilot in 1903; in 1939, the brand introduced a distinctive Driver watch to allow the wearer to read time while driving.
Stainless steel material
In the late 19th century, the steel industry was booming and the "movement" was formally shaped. Early 20th century, stainless steel, nickel-chromium corrosion of steel and steel have emerged. From the 1930s to the 1970s, a wide range of iconic watches with ratchet bezel and metal bracelet testified to this steady development, such as the Chronométre Royal launched in 1975 and the 1977 anniversary in honor of the brand Introduced 222 watch. While the brand's classic Overseas series is based on the new style introduced in 2016 for the exhibition perfect draw. The new style equipped with a series of new movement, elegant design without losing the casual style, in line with the spirit of the 21st century travel.
The elegant aspect of time heritage exhibition until April 29, 2016
Address: Vacheron Constantin Main Store, 7 Quai de l'Ile, 1204