Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph 5500V/110A-B481 Stainless Steel Black Dial

The Overseas collection, born from Vacheron Constantin’s 1970s reference 222 designed by Jorg Hysek, has evolved into the maison’s definitive sports-luxury line. The 5500V/110A-B481 continues this legacy with refined proportions: a 42mm case polished and brushed to perfection, its signature six-sided bezel echoing the Maltese cross. The black dial, adorned with a subtle ‘V’ guilloché pattern, features applied gold hour markers and hands treated with Super-LumiNova for optimal legibility. A sapphire crystal caseback reveals the oscillating weight inspired by the Rose des Vents — a nod to the spirit of travel that defines the Overseas philosophy.

At its heart beats the Caliber 5200, Vacheron Constantin’s first in-house automatic chronograph movement, developed over five years. This technical tour de force employs a column-wheel mechanism and vertical clutch for precise, crisp actuation of the chronograph functions — 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock, 12-hour counter at 6 o’clock, and small seconds at 9 o’clock. Operating at 4Hz (28,800 vph) with a 52-hour power reserve, the movement comprises 263 components finished to Hallmark of Geneva standards: Côtes de Genève, perlage, and hand-beveled bridges. The 22k gold rotor, shaped like a compass rose, winds efficiently in both directions.

True to its name, the Overseas Chronograph embraces versatility through an ingenious interchangeable bracelet system. The integrated stainless steel bracelet, with its polished and satin-finished links, secures via a triple-fold deployant clasp. Two additional straps — a black rubber strap with a deployant clasp and a Mississippiensis alligator leather strap with a pin buckle — are included, allowing tool-free changes to suit any occasion. Water-resistant to 150 meters with a screw-down crown and pushers, this timepiece transcends categories. Presented as a full set with original box, papers, and accessories, it offers the complete Vacheron Constantin ownership experience for the modern connoisseur.