Why are Vacheron Constantin watches so expensive?

Why is Vacheron Constantin so expensive? Simply because the extra 150 years of experience that they have over Rolex puts VC in the category of Haute Horlogerie / High Horology (watches with very high complications).

What is special in Patek Philippe?

They aren’t flashy; they don’t have to be. That’s because Patek Philippe’s understated elegance bespeaks confidence. Simply put, Patek owners know that they have the very best in craftsmanship, heritage and design sitting on their wrists — and once you’ve owned a Patek Philippe, nothing else will do.

Does a Vacheron Constantin watch hold its value?

A Vacheron Constantin watch holds its value very well compared to most brands. However, on average, Rolex and Patek Philippe both will usually fetch a higher percentage of your principal investment. Of course, when it comes to resale value, you can’t paint a brand with a broad brush.

What is the difference between Patek and Vacheron watches?

Overall I see Patek as a company seeking to make consistent, conservative, and mechanically innovative watches with a weaknesses for art. Vacheron as a company able to merge art and mechanics with a weaknesses for movements.

What is the difference between VC and Patek?

Its ability to create commissioned pieces is also quite unique, while this has been historically possible with Patek, it’s much more difficult than with VC. The flip side of the art, however, is that the average VC is less well finished than the average Patek.

Is Patek Philippe a good brand?

CLIENTELE: Since 1839, Patek Philippe has built an empire of super high-end watches that are worn by royalty, dignitaries, Fortune 500 CEOs and top C-Suite executives, millionaires, and billionaires the world over. There is a reason that the brand has such terrific prestige.