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Welcome to the world of Vacheron Constantin. Today, I'll be your guide to the proper usage, care and maintenance of your Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase retrograde date. Now, it's important to know, this is an automatic winding time piece and the natural action of the wrist winds the movement, but should you wish to manually wind it, simply begin turning in a clockwise direction with the crown in its first position flush to the case. 20 to 30 turns will be sufficient to start the movement and you know it's operating because the balance, the oscillating ring on the back of the watch will be in motion. You can now set the time, date and the moon phase and the watch will continue to wind itself up to the maximum rated power reserve of 40 hours, but if you wish to fully energy of the watch by manual means, simply continue turning in a clock wise direction. Due to the bridle style architecture of the main spring, it slips to release any excess strain, so you can not accidentally over wind the watch.
Simply listen for the subtle click or tick that signifies the main spring slipping and the watch is fully energized. Now, to set the timepiece precisely, you pull the crown out to a stop. At that point, you can set the time, however it's important to note that this complication does away with the dimples and case side pusher correctors common to complicated timepieces that are often used for adjusting moon phase, adjusting retrograde, adjusting calendars. Here, every adjustment for the secondary functions, is performed with the crown in its first detent out from flush by turning in a clockwise direction, you advance the retrograde date. The retrograde date travels only in one direction, so if you overshoot, you simply continue around and resume back to the correct date. By turning in a counterclockwise direction, you advance the moon phase indication at 6:00.
Now, there are three primary areas of hazard with respect to the handling of your watch. Water, magnetism and shock. Water is the greatest threat. It's important to note though, that this watch is water resistant to a rate of three ATM or 30 meters. That is a static test depth and does not represent any kind of indication on the part of Vacheron Constantin that you should use this watch down to 30 meters of physical water. The watch is effectively water resistant to protect against splashes while washing hands or inadvertent exposure to rain during a sudden downpour, but take note, though the watch is water resistant, leather, a natural porous material, is never water resistant. Thus, you should always keep a leather strap remote from moisture.
Now, water resistance does require some help from the owner. A water resistant watch can avoid accidental drowning if its owner remembers never to turn the crown, pull it out or use any of its subsidiary functions when the watch is in water or even if there's moisture on the case, as this action can bypass the seals and introduce water to the interior of the watch. It's also important to remember that unlike mechanical specifications, water resistance is not a static feature of a timepiece and gradually as seals age and lubricants dry, the watch will be relatively less water resistant. Therefore, Vacheron Constantin recommends on an annual basis, having the watch water tested at an authorized service center to ensure factory rated hermatisity is retained.
Shock and concussion, however, can cause more permanent damage. A fine mechanical timepiece is vulnerable to the types of concussive activities that may be experienced by those partaking in golf, tennis, batting, the riding of motorcycles, ATVs or mountain bikes as well as fire arms, marksmanship. All of these should be avoided while wearing the timepiece.
Finally, every three to five years, Vacheron Constantin recommends a comprehensive overhaul for mechanical movement. This continues the maintenance process started by proper care and it will involve ultimately reconditioning of your watch to a factory like state refinishing of the case, replacement of worn straps, restoration of water tight integrity as well as cleaning, oiling and adjustment of the caliper itself. Now, they should be performed exclusively at an authorized service center or Vacheron Constantin where specialized equipment, factory parts and trained personnel are available to protect the value of your watch as both and instrument and as an investment. Moreover, these agencies are authorized to back all labor and parts invested in the overhaul, with a Vacheron Constantin factory service warranty.
Finally, visit our website at GovbergWatches.com and call, text or email our experts who will be happy to walk you through every phase of the ownership process of this or any Vacheron Constantin fine timepiece.
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