Vacheron Constantin, founded in Geneva in 1755, is the world's oldest continuously operating watchmaker. The brand's 260+ years of unbroken production is a record in horology. Vacheron specializes in haute horlogerie with exceptional movement finishing — their Reference 57260, with 57 complications, is the most complicated mechanical watch ever made.
Currently trading 11% above retail price, this model demonstrates solid market demand. While not as heavily premiumed as some competitors, the above-retail trading indicates healthy collector interest and limited availability at authorized dealers.
Our WVS Value Score of 73/100 places this in the upper range of luxury watches. The score reflects a solid balance between value retention, brand recognition, specification quality, and market availability.
Perhaps most remarkably, the annual cost of ownership is just $186 per year when factoring in value retention, servicing, and insurance. To put that in perspective, this is less than many people spend on a streaming subscription — making it one of the most cost-efficient luxury items you can own.
Understanding the true cost of owning a luxury watch requires looking beyond the purchase price. Our cost-of-ownership model calculates the annual net expense of keeping the Vacheron Constantin Overseas 4500V/110A-B128 on your wrist, factoring in three key components.
First, depreciation: based on historical pricing data for this reference and similar Vacheron Constantin models, we estimate annual value change at -1.3%. The negative figure means this watch actually appreciates over time — you're being paid to wear it, in a sense. Second, servicing: Vacheron Constantin recommends periodic maintenance to ensure accuracy and water resistance. We amortize the estimated service cost across the recommended interval, arriving at $120 per year. Third, insurance: at approximately 1.5% of market value, annual insurance costs $495 to protect against theft, loss, or accidental damage.
Combining these factors yields a net annual cost of $186. That's roughly $0.51 per day — less than a daily cup of coffee.
Estimated market price trend based on aggregated public listing data. Prices reflect average asking prices for complete sets in excellent condition. Updated monthly.
Our proprietary score rates every luxury watch on a 0-100 scale across five dimensions. Scores above 85 indicate exceptional value retention and market positioning. The formula is transparent and weight-based.
When considering the Vacheron Constantin Overseas 4500V/110A-B128, it helps to understand how it compares to alternatives in the sport watch category. The most affordable alternative is the Rolex GMT-Master II at $16,000 — saving you approximately 52% compared to the 4500V/110A-B128. However, the 4500V/110A-B128 justifies its premium through stronger brand recognition and resale performance. The highest-scoring alternative is the Rolex GMT-Master II with a Value Score of 90/100, slightly above the 4500V/110A-B128's 73/100. The comparison table below provides a detailed side-by-side analysis of all key metrics.
| Watch | Market Price | Size | WR | Own/Yr | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacheron Constantin Overseas 4500V/110A-B128 | $28,000–$38,000 | 41mm | 150m | $186/yr | 73 |
| Rolex Yacht-Master 226659 | $28,000–$35,000 | 42mm | 100m | $1223/yr | 78 |
| Rolex GMT-Master II 126720VTNR | $17,000–$22,000 | 40mm | 100m | $119/yr | 89 |
| Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLRO | $16,000–$22,000 | 40mm | 100m | $118/yr | 89 |
| Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLNR | $14,000–$18,000 | 40mm | 100m | $112/yr | 90 |
| Rolex GMT-Master II 126711CHNR | $18,000–$24,000 | 40mm | 100m | $122/yr | 83 |
Luxury sport watches bridge the gap between tool watches and haute horlogerie. Models like the Nautilus and Royal Oak created the luxury sports watch category in the 1970s, proving that a steel watch could command gold-level prices through superior design and finishing.
Sport watch buyers should consider the integrated bracelet design (a hallmark of the category), water resistance adequate for daily wear (100m+), movement robustness including anti-magnetic properties, and overall case/bracelet finishing. The best examples feature hand-finished movements despite their sporty exterior.
The luxury sport watch is arguably the most versatile category in modern watchmaking. An Audemars Piguet Royal Oak or Patek Philippe Nautilus is appropriate with everything from shorts to a suit. This versatility drives both demand and resale values.
Vacheron Constantin watches are available through brand boutiques and select authorized dealers. The Overseas collection, the brand's sport-luxury offering, has gained significant collector interest and may require waitlist patience for popular references. Patrimony and Traditionnelle models are generally available.
All Vacheron Constantin watches bear the Hallmark of Geneva (Poinçon de Genève), one of the highest standards of Swiss watchmaking excellence. This certification guarantees movement finishing, accuracy, and water resistance standards that exceed standard Swiss requirements. The in-house movements feature some of the finest hand-finishing in the industry.
Service intervals are every 5-8 years with costs of $1,500-$3,000 for standard complications. Vacheron offers a lifetime service commitment and maintains the ability to service virtually any watch from their 260+ year history — a remarkable testament to their horological archives.
Vacheron Constantin watches have historically been undervalued relative to Patek Philippe, but recent years have seen significant appreciation, particularly for the Overseas line. Patrimony and Traditionnelle models trade below retail but represent extraordinary value for haute horlogerie-grade finishing.
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| Ref | Variant | Retail | Score | Own/Yr | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4500V/110A-B128 | Steel/Blue ◂ | $29,800 | 73 | $186/yr | $28,000–$38,000 |
| 4500V/110A-B483 | Steel/Green | $29,800 | 75 | $192/yr | $30,000–$42,000 |
Value Score 73/100 · $186/year to own · 100% retention