I will be completely honest when I say that Vacheron Constantin is my favorite watch brand. They make beautiful pieces that are mechanically wonderful, and every time I have interacted with them, they have been nothing but kind. I also consider both the Overseas and the 222 as the best integrated bracelets of all time. As the title suggests, we are talking about the Overseas and more specifically the two new ultra-thin models they released today.

Let’s start with the modern history of the Overseas. This line came as the successor to the 222, which Vacheron still makes as part of the Historiques collection. The overseas is the more modern, more sporty younger brother of the 222. In 2016, the line was reinvented in the image we see today. The steel version has been one of the most sought-after pieces in the Vacheron catalog; the gold pieces present the more artistic side of Vacheron, as well as the fact they flex their horological muscle in the gold watches.

Well, it’s obvious that they have been in the gym because they just flexed those muscles with the new Ultra-thin Overseas perpetual calendar. First, let’s talk about the pink gold version. This is a very standard watch in pink gold, with a pink gold dial to match. For me, this is a very acceptable, more expensive alternative to the 222 in yellow gold, and this watch is stunning. Due to the dial matching the case and strap, it almost looks like a bracelet, and I think it just flows so well. The size is also pretty good, it is measured at 41.5 mm, but it shines in the thickness department, being only 8.1 mm thick. This makes it one of the thinnest Perpetual calendars out there, at least when we talk about commercially available ones.

The second watch and the one that has been getting the most attention is a new white gold version with a stunningly deep burgundy dial. This watch for me marks that burgundy might be the color of the year in watches, as we of course saw Tudor make a Black Bay 58 in the burgundy color. Based on pictures and my experience after seeing the Black Bay 58, I would hazard to guess that this deeper color is more suited to watches than the lighter aesthetic of the Black Bay.

This watch, like all perpetual calendars, is mechanically great, and the functionality is wonderful. Due to the nature of perpetual calendars, you only need to set the date next in 2100.

As is to be expected these watch come at a price and might I say a pretty steep one. Each watch costs 119.000 CHF. This is not a bad price for what you are getting, but when you are at this price point, especially with a brand like Vacheron Constantin, a certain quality can be expected.

Despite not being lucky enough to own one yet, I do hope I can lay eyes on them soon, as I think the burgundy is beautiful and the pink gold dial has all the potential in the world to knock my shoes off.