Review: The Complete Traveller – The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time

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Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time

When it comes to travelling, watch lovers manage their wrist game in one of two ways: 1) bring along multiple watches to suit different outfits/activities, and 2) bring along just one watch for convenience Those that practice number 2 will know the value of a good travel watch So, what does a good travel watch make? For one, it has to be something that can qualify as a daily watch.

That means no Patek Philippe minute repeaters, especially if you’re travel takes you to a tropical country that sees rain every other day The watch should also be appropriate for all the activities that you will partake – business, bar, beach, what have you Bonus points to be awarded if it also has a dual/triple/world time function

Does a watch that fulfill these criteria truly exist? Well, yes! Enter the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time, the single-watch traveller’s wet dream.

Here, we bring you the details on the latest addition to the Overseas line and our thoughts on why it might be the complete travel watch.

 

 

The Case, Dial, and Hands

The case of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time measures 41.0 mm in diameter and 12.8 mm in thickness These dimensions enable the Overseas Dual Time to fit most wrists and portray itself as an elegant sports watch Being more reserved in size than some dress watches today, the Overseas Dual Time is able to slide under sleeves and most dress cuffs without hassle.

The most defining feature of the case is the Maltese cross-inspired bezel Along with the bevels and flanks of the watch, the bezel is polished to a spectacular sheen to evoke contrast to the brushed finish of the rest of the case The case is available in either rose gold – for a much warmer, dressier appearance – or stainless steel – for the genuine sports watch experience.

The stainless steel version of the watch is equipped with a delightfully nuanced and well-finished steel bracelet Each individual link within the bracelet resembles a half-Maltese Cross and is alternatingly polished and satin-brushed, again for visual contrast But what really sets the Overseas apart from other high-end sports watches is that it comes with additional straps to cover every situation in life.

In addition to a bracelet, the stainless steel variant of the Overseas comes with an alligator leather strap, as well as a rubber strap; they come in blue or black depending on the reference With its ingenious (and patented) quick-change system for the straps and bracelet, the Overseas Dual Time transforms from a boardroom piece to one ready for the beach in a matter of seconds With water resistance of up to 150 m and soft iron casing offering anti-magnetic protection to 25,000 A/m, the watch doesn’t just look the part, it is ready to grab action by the horns.

The Overseas Dual Time is essentially three watches in one, and the best part is that no tools are needed for this to happen []

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