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Pre SIHH 2010 - Vacheron Constantin's Ultra-thin novelties

November 2009


www.worldwatchweb.com - Vacheron Constantin has chosen today to revive some of the finest moments in the quest for ultra-thinness. The Geneva-based manufacturer has indeed been closely involved in the epic milestones of this distinctive form of expertise, such as in the 1950s and 1960s when Vacheron Constantin introduced the world's thinnest wristwatches.

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Today, Vacheron Constantin is enriching its “Historiques” collection with two new creations directly inspired by its heritage, each imbuing one of two legendary calibres with a new and distinctively modern touch.

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Historique Ultra-fine 1968 et Historique Ultra-fine 1955

“Historique Ultra-fine 1955”
the world's thinnest mechanical hand-wound watch measuring just 4.10 mm thick to date,
equipped with the mechanical hand-wound 1003 movement, the thinnest in the world at just 1.64 mm thick, rebuilt - for its 55th anniversary in 2010 - in 18-carat gold, and bearing the Hallmark of Geneva

“Historique Ultra-fine 1968”
equipped with the ultra-thin mechanical self-winding 1120 movement featuring a new decorated oscillating weight, and bearing the Hallmark of Geneva



Source: Vacheron Constantin
www.vacheronconstantin.com