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Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual-Time 'Wempe' Limited Edition

Partially verified

This Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual-Time, reference 47450/B01A, is a limited-edition timepiece released to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Wempe Chronometerwerke. Produced as part of the second generation of the Overseas collection, the watch features a 42mm stainless steel case and is powered by a mechanical automatic movement. It includes a dual-time display, a power reserve indicator, and a day-and-night indicator. The watch is accompanied by an integrated stainless steel bracelet with a butterfly clasp. According to the auction description, the hands were replaced during a factory service performed in April 2026. The set includes original boxes, a document wallet, a hang tag, an envelope, and a cleaning cloth.

Front view of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual-Time Wempe Limited Edition, showing the black dial with dual-time, day/night, and power reserve complications.
Front view of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual-Time Wempe Limited Edition, showing the black dial with dual-time, day/night, and power reserve complications. — Craft & Tailored. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
craftandtailored.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dual time wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Vacheron Constantin
Reference
47450/B01A
Catalogue / lot identifier
VCOSDT47450W
Source-reported date
2005
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
81XXXX / 96XXXX

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Dial and Complications

The watch features a glossy black dial designed specifically for the Wempe 100th-anniversary limited edition. It includes a second-time zone display and a day-and-night indicator, along with a power reserve gauge. A distinctive feature of this particular model is the omission of the center seconds hand to maintain a clean appearance.

The dial bears the Wempe signature and the Wempe logo. The watch utilizes an automatic movement to track two time zones simultaneously.

Evidence for this section
  • “glossy black "Wempe" dial”
  • “omission of the standard center seconds hand”
  • “Dual-Time complication, allowing the wearer to track two time zones simultaneously through a dedicated second-time display accompanied by a day-and-night indicator”

Case and Bracelet

The case is constructed from stainless steel and measures 42mm in diameter. It displays signs of prior use and light polishing, though it retains its original dimensions and finishing. The sapphire crystal is reported to be free from blemishes.

The watch is fitted with an integrated stainless steel bracelet secured by a butterfly clasp. The bracelet includes 15 links plus one half-link, and three additional links are provided as part of the set.

Evidence for this section
  • “robust case exhibits honest signs of gentle wear and light evidence of prior polishing”
  • “integrated stainless steel bracelet with butterfly clasp retains 15 links, along with a half link, that show no stretch”

Provenance and Maintenance

This watch is a full set including original documentation, boxes, and accessories such as the hang tag and cleaning cloth. It was recently maintained by the manufacturer.

The auction description notes that while the dial is in its original condition, the hands were replaced during a maintenance interval in April 2026.

Evidence for this section
  • “watch is a complete set with its original inner and outer boxes, document wallet, hang tag, envelope, and cleaning cloth”
  • “hands are also flawless, but were replaced in the most recent service interval with Vacheron Constantin”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific production number for the Wempe 100th anniversary edition?
  • Were the hands replaced with matching 'Wempe-specific' hands or standard production hands?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual-Time 'Wempe' Limited Edition
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerVacheron Constantin“Vacheron Constantin”
Reference47450/B01A“Ref. 47450/B01A”
Case diameter42mm“42mm in diameter”
MaterialStainless Steel“Stainless Steel”
DialBlack Wempe“glossy black "Wempe" dial”
Serial81XXXX / 96XXXX“81XXXX / 96XXXX”
Service DateApril 2026“completed a full service at Vacheron Constantin in April, 2026.”

Visible details

  • Wempe co-signature on the black dial
  • Integrated stainless steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
  • Dedicated day-and-night indicator
  • Presence of a power reserve indicator

Research qualifications

  • Service status based on auction house claim
  • Serial number partially redacted in source

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual-Time نسخه محدود Wempe (Ref. 47450/B01A) مدل ۲۰۰۵

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 247f52b930

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