VC Malte Perpetual Calendar

[pearson1995]

Hi everyone,

Just learning about this watch. On paper it seems very much what I’m after. A holy trinity perpetual calendar chronograph sub 40mm. I have small wrists so I actually think the size would be perfect for me. Slightly worried about the thickness. What are peoples opinions on this watch?

Not many around so be good to hear peoples thoughts. Thanks.

[MichelleP]

Looks beautiful but I believe it is a manual wind movement. I personally couldn't get a perpetual calendar that wasn't automatic.

[pearson1995]

Originally Posted by MichelleP

Looks beautiful but I believe it is a manual wind movement. I personally couldn't get a perpetual calendar that wasn't automatic.

You are right. Manual wind. It’s already thick, but if it was automatic that would add even more.

Manual wind doesn’t bother me too much, but I can imagine a perpetual calendar manual wind would take a lot more setting up when it does run down. It would have to be worn as a daily. What’s the famous quote. The things you own start owning you.

[Jmaster]

In case you didn’t see this, Tim Mossi just talked about this being a future collector’s item. See this video at 24:20:

https://youtu.be/J8-ibJ1qEfY

I thought it’s an interesting watch and definitely the cheapest way to get into a high-end perpetual chrono than say any PP or Lange. Tim thinks it will rise in value and if you know the PP 3970 that has way more than doubled over the last few years, you can argue that’s the right call. However, VC watches are generally viewed as less collectible so I’m less convinced.

Manual wound makes sense for this watch given that it’s a chrono. Just get a watch winder. I would go for a platinum though because the cost difference are relatively small and it’s likely more rare. My biggest challenge is the 16mm thickness that could be very imbalance with the 39mm case diameter so if I’m in the market for one, I would really want to handle it before pulling the trigger. Just IMHO.

[GeraldGentaFan]

Doesn‘t tim state in the video it is 13.8mm?

[GeraldGentaFan]

He states it in one of his review videos.

[Jmaster]

You’re right. That’s definitely better.

[dannyp]

Originally Posted by MichelleP

Looks beautiful but I believe it is a manual wind movement. I personally couldn't get a perpetual calendar that wasn't automatic.

Originally Posted by pearson1995

You are right. Manual wind. It’s already thick, but if it was automatic that would add even more.

Manual wind doesn’t bother me too much, but I can imagine a perpetual calendar manual wind would take a lot more setting up when it does run down. It would have to be worn as a daily. What’s the famous quote. The things you own start owning you.

I feel like this is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, you do have to wind it every day. On the other hand, if you don't wear it every day, you'll be manually winding it frequently anyways and at least the parts on this are designed to be wound from the crown on a daily basis.

[MichelleP]

Originally Posted by dannyp

I feel like this is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, you do have to wind it every day. On the other hand, if you don't wear it every day, you'll be manually winding it frequently anyways and at least the parts on this are designed to be wound from the crown on a daily basis.

I would keep in on a winder if it was automatic. I have a GO panomaticlunar that I keep on a winder.

[dannyp]

Originally Posted by MichelleP

I would keep in on a winder if it was automatic. I have a GO panomaticlunar that I keep on a winder.

Touché. You probably have a way better winger than I ever did. Mine never worked quite right.

[Russell996]

If it is a deal breaker having to either wind or adjust the piece when you wear it then the piece had an optional winder when it was new. I expect these can still be found on the used market or indeed Buben & Zorweg offered a winder for manual watches. Personally I enjoy the process of setting complications.

The piece is amazing, a perfect size at 39mm and certainly has a design style all of its own including the beautiful Malte lugs and with possibly the best moon phase of virtually any watch with the hand engraved gold moon phase disc.

[pearson1995]

Originally Posted by Russell996

If it is a deal breaker having to either wind or adjust the piece when you wear it then the piece had an optional winder when it was new. I expect these can still be found on the used market or indeed Buben & Zorweg offered a winder for manual watches. Personally I enjoy the process of setting complications.

The piece is amazing, a perfect size at 39mm and certainly has a design style all of its own including the beautiful Malte lugs and with possibly the best moon phase of virtually any watch with the hand engraved gold moon phase disc.

Amazing, thank you!

If I was to buy the watch on the used market, could I source the watch winder through an official VC AD?

It looks amazing...

[Russell996]

Picked one up yesterday, a truly beautiful piece on the wrist and having the hunter back seems to make it a little more special. After 19 years decided to send it straight off to the VC spa for a service. Now the wait.

[GB-man]

I don’t need any more acquisition targets boys. Shut this thread down lol

That moon!

[Russell996]

In the flesh, a stunning piece and a lovely compact size.

https://youtu.be/RyEW3gxvZAA

Another interesting review of the piece, 7 years old now and the price comparison to the PP5970 has gone from the 3x mentioned to more like 6x now.

https://youtu.be/IwPpq8bTVQU

[Justindo]

This is a great watch, in either gold or platinum, and is a bargain compared to Patek counterparts, which are on par in terms of quality, but not price.