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Vacheron 222
I maybe getting the historique 222 in yellow gold which Vacheron launched in 2022 soon from my AD after 2 years of wait. I tried t one time 2 years back and liked it... did not feel very much in your face, and the design is classic.
any feedback from any owner or someone who saw it/tried it or any expert here? that would help for sure. as i said, i am buying from an AD, so i would be paying retail. thanks in advance. |
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I’d personally go used and get a 20% plus discount over RRP
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i have not seen anywhere 20% discount....
on this model, brand new...
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Absolutely beautiful watch! I was offered the 222 by my boutique right before the price increase but passed. Still kicking myself till this day. However, I’m at a different point in my life now with other priorities so in retrospect was the right decision.
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I got one in October 2022.
Stunning watch, you’ll love it. It’s not everyone’s style, I didn’t think it would be mine to be honest. But I love wearing it, and it is a real crowd pleaser too. ![]() Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Great watch.
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this is my understanding...
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Spectacular piece and on my wishlist. Go for it
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![]() Bracelet is spectacular Very classy watch I was surprised but decided overseas was a better fit for my style Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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I'd much rather hunt for an original 222 than getting the remake. More interesting movement and better date placement IMO. So no, I'd pass.
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I loved mine until my wife commandeered it lol
It’s a terrific piece |
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Congrats on the potential pickup! The Historique 222 is a stunning piece with a timeless design. Paying retail for it is fair, especially given the wait. Enjoy your new watch!
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very strange....
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i think something is wrong. i just confirmed with another friend in the UK and retail is 59K pounds only... not sure if he is right... bottom, light retail price is around 74K most of the world. |
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It’s £71k in England ![]() Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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I tried it and really didn't like the way it sat on my wrist.
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I prefer Tissot PRX to 222… plus enough money left to pick up Patek 5811… and a trip to Switzerland
I think 222 is probably the most over hyped/ priced watch out there |
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It was the darling of Watches and Wonders when it came out, but has fallen off a cliff subsequently. The VC historiques line seems to me an open admission that VC has no new ideas other than monetizing their backlist. I wish VC did more with their traditionnelle line, which I think spectacular.
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Mmm. In what sense did the 222 fall off a cliff? Looking at online listings it is much rarer and prices have held much better than a 15202 in a market that saw significant decline in the past 2,5 years.
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![]() The 222 is an incredible timepiece, one of my favourites. Super comfortable with well finished and supple bracelet, well finished movement and lots of heft with all the gold. It's thin and classy, but feels substantial, and has a great story and history. If you are a fan of the RO Jumbo or Nautilus its is very easy to fall in love with this timepiece as well.
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You could buy two 222's for price of 5811 on grey market... still less then the spend required at AD to get one if you wanted. The 222 is a sleeper compared to jumbo/nautilus
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That being said, the historiques line is low production, most of what they produce is Patrimony, Traditionale, Overseas and Fifty-six. My boutique only gets one or two historique models per year.
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Agree love the Historiques line. Here are my two from the line. Two of my favorite overall watches period. Beautiful 222 by the way! Cheers, ![]() ![]() Platinum CDV 1955 and 1921 RG 40mm Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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