Official vacheron overseas thread!!

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by PPFANBOY

Coincidentally a boutique has literally just opened up in Melbourne. https://timeandtidewatches.com/vache...tin-melbourne/

It's a sign from God.

Given that the demand is less than Patek or AP, is a discount achievable and if so, what is realistically achievable on a Overseas Chrono (blue).

Thanks.

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[supersam80]

Originally Posted by PPFANBOY

Coincidentally a boutique has literally just opened up in Melbourne. https://timeandtidewatches.com/vache...tin-melbourne/

It's a sign from God.

Given that the demand is less than Patek or AP, is a discount achievable and if so, what is realistically achievable on a Overseas Chrono (blue).

Thanks.

I work just around the corner from there and on Friday the construction barriers were still up.

I've also tried to get a discount in Singapore and the AD in crown recently, no dice. However the blue dial date only is readily available at 15% or more discount on chrono24, surely that's the way to go?

Anyway - I'm toying with the idea of selling my GMT and putting the funds towards the blue dial date only and having that as a daily on the rubber to compliment my ROC. How does a VCO go as a daily in terms of scratches, robustness etc?

[TJMike]

Originally Posted by supersam80

I work just around the corner from there and on Friday the construction barriers were still up.

I've also tried to get a discount in Singapore and the AD in crown recently, no dice. However the blue dial date only is readily available at 15% or more discount on chrono24, surely that's the way to go?

Anyway - I'm toying with the idea of selling my GMT and putting the funds towards the blue dial date only and having that as a daily on the rubber to compliment my ROC. How does a VCO go as a daily in terms of scratches, robustness etc?

The Overseas is designed to be a daily wearer; so no issues with robustness but probably less than a Rolex. Of course, it is still an expensive watch. I would be treating it nicely. It is not a scratch magnet.

As for price, once you factor in GST etc from getting one overseas (pun intended), the blue dial is, at best, only $1000-$2000 cheaper than getting it from the boutique. Though none of the lowest prices have it in stock. Just a generic photo:
https://www.chrono24.com/search/inde...ue&sortorder=1

[PPFANBOY]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

In case u need enabling

Consider me enabled good sir.

Originally Posted by supersam80

I work just around the corner from there and on Friday the construction barriers were still up.

I've also tried to get a discount in Singapore and the AD in crown recently, no dice. However the blue dial date only is readily available at 15% or more discount on chrono24, surely that's the way to go?

Anyway - I'm toying with the idea of selling my GMT and putting the funds towards the blue dial date only and having that as a daily on the rubber to compliment my ROC. How does a VCO go as a daily in terms of scratches, robustness etc?

I've not owned one so can't comment. But Overseas > GMT. No brainer IMO. If we're talking class, looks, holy trinity etc.

Chrono24 shows around 10 to 15 percent cheaper than the website price for new 2019 chrono models. I'm gonna hit up the boutique when it opens and see how I go. Maybe time the purchase with travel and get it duty free? There is comfort in buying directly from a brand owned boutique. I hope we get an AP or Patek soon.

Back to the Overseas. Those perpetual calendars looks great. Only in PM though, not to my liking. Would jump on a SS version. Actually they should make a ceramic version.. Piggyback on the AP hype.

[TJMike]

Originally Posted by PPFANBOY

Coincidentally a boutique has literally just opened up in Melbourne. https://timeandtidewatches.com/vache...tin-melbourne/

It's a sign from God.

Given that the demand is less than Patek or AP, is a discount achievable and if so, what is realistically achievable on a Overseas Chrono (blue).

Thanks.

A discount on the Chrono is possible from an AD and highly unlikely from a boutique. Less chance to get one on the blue because it is the most popular color.

[PPFANBOY]

I was near the boutique on Friday and coincidentally walked past.
Turns out it was opening day! Walked in randomly. It was a nice little boutique with a very friendly team. As another sign from God, the exact model (and the only model with the blue dial that they had in stock) was available on the day.

So I did what I had to do.

Early impressions: The watch is beautiful. It looks stunning and is well finished, with a lot of attention to detail. Well designed overall and a good size (for a larger wrist), with many clever features that are lacking with AP and PP. The blue dial is absolutely stunning and shifts from a lighter, metallic looking blue to a deeper dark blue depending on the lighting. There is a certain charm about VC that you understand when you see the watch in person. I'm pretty chuffed to own watches from the entire Big Three/Holy Trinity now.

[epic]

Congrats on the very meant to be moment to secure this attractive and versatile VCO. Enjoy

I will be very keen to add one VCO to my group in future.

Cheers

[PPFANBOY]

Originally Posted by epic

Congrats on the very meant to be moment to secure this attractive and versatile VCO. Enjoy

I will be very keen to add one VCO to my group in future.

Cheers

Thank you good sir.

I highly recommend the line. Best of luck with it.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by PPFANBOY

I was near the boutique on Friday and coincidentally walked past.
Turns out it was opening day! Walked in randomly. It was a nice little boutique with a very friendly team. As another sign from God, the exact model (and the only model with the blue dial that they had in stock) was available on the day.

So I did what I had to do.

Early impressions: The watch is beautiful. It looks stunning and is well finished, with a lot of attention to detail. Well designed overall and a good size (for a larger wrist), with many clever features that are lacking with AP and PP. The blue dial is absolutely stunning and shifts from a lighter, metallic looking blue to a deeper dark blue depending on the lighting. There is a certain charm about VC that you understand when you see the watch in person. I'm pretty chuffed to own watches from the entire Big Three/Holy Trinity now.

Congratulations and damn you and every one of you ...

I’m headed to our boutique tomorrow to look at these for the umpteenth time

All of you should be ashamed for such enabling

[locutus49]

I don't know what chuffed means but I hope it is good. Congrats.

Originally Posted by PPFANBOY

I was near the boutique on Friday and coincidentally walked past.
Turns out it was opening day! Walked in randomly. It was a nice little boutique with a very friendly team. As another sign from God, the exact model (and the only model with the blue dial that they had in stock) was available on the day.

So I did what I had to do.

Early impressions: The watch is beautiful. It looks stunning and is well finished, with a lot of attention to detail. Well designed overall and a good size (for a larger wrist), with many clever features that are lacking with AP and PP. The blue dial is absolutely stunning and shifts from a lighter, metallic looking blue to a deeper dark blue depending on the lighting. There is a certain charm about VC that you understand when you see the watch in person. I'm pretty chuffed to own watches from the entire Big Three/Holy Trinity now.

[supersam80]

Originally Posted by locutus49

I don't know what chuffed means but I hope it is good. Congrats.

Chuffed is Australian for happy and satisfied is probably the easiest way to put it :)

And yes, it's a beautiful watch. I need to get to that boutique the next time I'm in the office

[Robbyman]

Originally Posted by supersam80

Chuffed is Australian for happy and satisfied is probably the easiest way to put it :)



And yes, it's a beautiful watch. I need to get to that boutique the next time I'm in the office

Australian. You mean English old chap.

[Bluside]

Originally Posted by PPFANBOY

I was near the boutique on Friday and coincidentally walked past.
Turns out it was opening day! Walked in randomly. It was a nice little boutique with a very friendly team. As another sign from God, the exact model (and the only model with the blue dial that they had in stock) was available on the day.

So I did what I had to do.

Early impressions: The watch is beautiful. It looks stunning and is well finished, with a lot of attention to detail. Well designed overall and a good size (for a larger wrist), with many clever features that are lacking with AP and PP. The blue dial is absolutely stunning and shifts from a lighter, metallic looking blue to a deeper dark blue depending on the lighting. There is a certain charm about VC that you understand when you see the watch in person. I'm pretty chuffed to own watches from the entire Big Three/Holy Trinity now.

This is my new, must have favorite. Gorgeous.

[zaydans]

I must say the bracelet on the newer models is a thing of beauty!!

[Toffeeman]

Melbourne boutique just opened. Any discounts to RRP? Wonder they have any dual time available.

[5pastfive]

Maybe something different and less usual. Bi-retrograde

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[DasKptl]

Originally Posted by 5pastfive

Maybe something different and less usual. Bi-retrograde.

I like that dial design.

Patrimony is less boring than Calatrava.

[PPFANBOY]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Congratulations and damn you and every one of you ...

I’m headed to our boutique tomorrow to look at these for the umpteenth time

All of you should be ashamed for such enabling

Haha. So...how did you go?

Originally Posted by locutus49

I don't know what chuffed means but I hope it is good. Congrats.

Thank you!

Originally Posted by supersam80

Chuffed is Australian for happy and satisfied is probably the easiest way to put it :)

And yes, it's a beautiful watch. I need to get to that boutique the next time I'm in the office

Originally Posted by Robbyman

Australian. You mean English old chap.

Haha yep. It's a standard English word.

Originally Posted by Toffeeman

Melbourne boutique just opened. Any discounts to RRP? Wonder they have any dual time available.

No discount on RRP. Didn't see one, but they can probably get it in.

Originally Posted by 5pastfive

Maybe something different and less usual. Bi-retrograde

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Very nice. Classy.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by PPFANBOY

Haha. So...how did you go?

I did and they are fantastic watches I didn’t get to see the blue dial, but the SA told me it would be 6 weeks to have one in. I’m pondering my next move ...

[Yaz]

Originally Posted by 5pastfive

Maybe something different and less usual. Bi-retrograde

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Stunning VC !

[PPFANBOY]

It's a great watch. I highly recommend it.

[Gunnroseclose]

Hello everyone, great to join overseas club in TRF :D

[Nacelle]

Great thread guys...

I'm about to spring for the Blue dial Chrono, simply stunning photos of an amazing piece!

[billyeuro]

What’s your guys opinion of the Dual Time variant vs the Chrono (both in Blue version) Ref 7900v?

[Cerachrom]

Originally Posted by billyeuro

What’s your guys opinion of the Dual Time variant vs the Chrono (both in Blue version) Ref 7900v?

I own the reverse panda Chrono and absolutely love the watch although I realize it’s not the blue one. Excellent craftsmanship.


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[madgpol]

I really like the VC chrono but the white background on the date window annoys me.

[impinth06]

Let me chip in mine


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[impinth06]

and the other one I have!


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[Robbyman]

Originally Posted by impinth06

and the other one I have!


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This watch in 39 or 40mm would be my grail. Perfect watch but at 43mm it is too wide, thick and heavy for my skinny wrist.

[TJMike]

Two great VC's!