Vacheron & Constantin Patrimony wg

There are watches that speak softly yet carry the full authority of a maison’s heritage. The Patrimony Ref. 81180 by Vacheron Constantin is purity reduced to its essential form. Inspired by the ultra-thin dress watches of the 1950s, it embodies proportion, restraint and technical refinement without distraction.

The 40 mm white gold case is defined by slender lugs and a razor-thin polished bezel framing a perfectly balanced silvered dial. Applied baton markers and refined stick hands create architectural symmetry, while the printed minute track reinforces precision. The two-hand layout preserves absolute harmony. The applied Maltese Cross at 12 is a discreet statement of lineage.

Inside beats the hand-wound calibre 1400, an ultra-thin in-house movement distinguished by the prestigious Geneva Seal (Poinçon de Genève). This hallmark is not decorative marketing; it certifies compliance with strict criteria established by the Canton of Geneva. Each component must be manufactured and assembled in Geneva, and finished to exacting standards: beveled and polished edges, decorated bridges, precise gear profiles, and rigorous functional testing for reliability and chronometric stability. It is a guarantee of construction quality, finishing excellence and mechanical integrity.

Offered with original box, booklets and warranty, this example includes its original alligator strap plus an additional handmade Louisiana blue alligator strap. Generic buckle.