The Vacheron Constantin Fiftysix collection takes its name from the Maison’s 1956 Reference 6073, but the current watches are modern interpretations, not reproductions. The range spans a date-only Self-winding, a Day-Date, a Complete Calendar and a Tourbillon. The clearest choice is by complication: the Self-winding is the thinnest documented option, while the calendar models add indications in a thicker case. Current prices and stock are not confirmed by the manufacturer’s US model pages reviewed here.
What is the Vacheron Constantin Fiftysix?
Vacheron Constantin says the collection name evokes a watch from 1956. The Fondation Haute Horlogerie identifies that historical watch as Reference 6073, one of the brand’s early automatic watches in a watertight case. The Fiftysix is a contemporary collection inspired by that history, rather than a direct reissue. Vacheron Constantin’s collection page and the FHH Day-Date profile connect the range to the reference.
The design combines a sector-style dial and box-type crystal with a case whose contours reference Vacheron Constantin’s Maltese-cross emblem. The manufacturer characterizes the collection as a contrast between a classic dial and a daring case. Hodinkee’s 2018 launch coverage likewise described the Self-winding and Complete Calendar as historically inspired while retaining a contemporary character; those are the publication’s impressions, not a wrist test conducted for this guide.
How the four Fiftysix variants differ
| Variant | Indications or complication | Documented dimensions | Movement and reserve | Documented materials and water resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self-winding | Hours, minutes, seconds and date | 40 mm diameter × 9.6 mm thick | Automatic Calibre 1326; 48 hours | Steel and pink gold examples; 30 m for the documented references |
| Day-Date | Day, date and power-reserve indicator | 40 mm diameter × 11.6 mm thick | Calibre 2475 SC/2; 40 hours for the FHH-listed example | FHH-listed example is stainless steel; 30 m |
| Complete Calendar | Day, date, month and precision moon phase | 40 mm diameter × 11.6 mm thick | Automatic Calibre 2460 QCL/1; 40 hours | Documented current reference is pink gold; 30 m |
| Tourbillon | Tourbillon, as identified by the variant name | 41 mm diameter, per the collection listing | Not stated on the collection page | Pink gold, per the collection listing; water resistance not stated |
These are specifications for the cited examples, not a guarantee that every reference or regional configuration is identical. The Tourbillon row is limited to what the manufacturer’s collection listing states; it does not provide enough detail to compare that model’s movement or reserve reliably.
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- Please measure the lug width before ordering, the lug width must be exactly the same as the selected strap width to ensure accurate wearing.
- A set of matching spring bars and installation tools are included.
Fiftysix Self-winding: the simplest, thinnest documented option
The US manufacturer page for steel reference 4600E/000A-B442 lists a 40 mm case, 9.6 mm thickness and 3 bar (30 m) water resistance. It has a grey-toned dial with an opaline center and sunburst-satin exterior, a date at 3 o’clock, an alligator strap and a transparent sapphire caseback. The pink-gold reference 4600E/000R-B441 has the same stated dimensions and water resistance.
Both documented references use automatic Calibre 1326, with 142 parts, 25 jewels, a 4 Hz frequency and a stated 48-hour power reserve. The manufacturer’s pages provide the specifications for the steel reference and the pink-gold reference.
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- Selected calf leather, leather shoes feel soft and comfortable, and the body of the watch as one!
- The bottom leather is comfortable, soft, breathable, waterproof and sweatproof, which can effectively resist the erosion of sweat and prevent odour.
- The clasp is made of 316 stainless steel, polished meticulously and stable without fading.
- Please measure the lug width before ordering, the lug width must be exactly the same as the selected strap width to ensure accurate wearing.
- A set of matching spring bars and installation tools are included.
Movement provenance is worth stating precisely. In its 2018 launch report, Hodinkee recorded Vacheron Constantin’s clarification that Calibre 1326 is produced by Richemont Group’s Manufacture Horlogère ValFleurier, then finished, assembled and regulated by Vacheron Constantin. That description does not support calling the movement wholly manufactured in-house by Vacheron Constantin. Hodinkee’s launch report also records 2018 US launch prices of $11,700 for steel and $19,400 for pink gold; those are historical prices, not current quotes.
Fiftysix Day-Date: day, date and a power-reserve display
The Day-Date adds a day indication and a power-reserve indicator to the date display. The FHH profile’s example is a 40 mm stainless-steel watch, 11.6 mm thick, with a grey dial and 30 m water resistance. It identifies Calibre 2475 SC/2 and a 40-hour reserve. Those details apply to the listed example; confirm specifications against the exact reference being considered.
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- Selected calf leather, leather shoes feel soft and comfortable, and the body of the watch as one!
- The bottom leather is comfortable, soft, breathable, waterproof and sweatproof, which can effectively resist the erosion of sweat and prevent odour.
- The clasp is made of 316 stainless steel, polished meticulously and stable without fading.
- Please measure the lug width before ordering, the lug width must be exactly the same as the selected strap width to ensure accurate wearing.
- A set of matching spring bars and installation tools are included.
FHH displayed CHF 17,900 on the profile when accessed, but the page gives no clear price date. Treat it as an undated third-party indication, not a verified current price. See the FHH profile for its listed example and displayed price.
Fiftysix Complete Calendar: the fullest calendar display
The current US manufacturer page documents pink-gold reference 4000E/000R-B438 at 40 mm by 11.6 mm, with 30 m water resistance and the Geneva Seal. It displays the day and month in apertures, the date with a central hand, and a precision moon phase. Vacheron Constantin says the moon-phase indication is accurate over 122 years.
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- Metal Type: White Gold
- Imported
- Excellent condition - Minimal signs of wear consistent with pre-owned use. This item is pre-owned and may show light signs of wear. Please refer to the condition and photos. All of our products are authenticated and certified by our team of luxury experts.
- Wrist Size: 6.50"
- Case Size: 21mm
Automatic Calibre 2460 QCL/1 measures 29 mm by 5.4 mm and has 308 parts, 27 jewels, a 4 Hz frequency and a stated 40-hour reserve. The specifications are on the manufacturer’s Complete Calendar page.
Hodinkee’s 2018 introduction covered steel and pink-gold launch options, reporting US launch prices of $21,600 and $35,800, respectively. These figures describe launch-era pricing only; they do not establish current availability or retail prices for either material. Hodinkee’s 2018 introduction is the source for that historical context.
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- Selected calf leather, leather shoes feel soft and comfortable, and the body of the watch as one!
- The bottom leather is comfortable, soft, breathable, waterproof and sweatproof, which can effectively resist the erosion of sweat and prevent odour.
- The clasp is made of 316 stainless steel, polished meticulously and stable without fading.
- Please measure the lug width before ordering, the lug width must be exactly the same as the selected strap width to ensure accurate wearing.
- A set of matching spring bars and installation tools are included.
Fiftysix Tourbillon: what the collection listing confirms
Vacheron Constantin’s collection page lists a Fiftysix Tourbillon in 41 mm pink gold. The listing does not provide enough technical detail to establish its movement, reserve, dimensions beyond diameter, water resistance or further functions. Do not assume those specifications from the other Fiftysix models; consult the exact model page or a boutique for a complete reference-specific description.
Which Fiftysix fits which preference?
- Choose the Self-winding if a date display and the slimmer documented case are the priorities; its listed steel and pink-gold references measure 9.6 mm thick.
- Consider the Day-Date if a day display and power-reserve indication matter more than keeping the simpler dial layout.
- Consider the Complete Calendar if you want day, date, month and moon-phase indications, accepting the documented 11.6 mm thickness and additional calendar information.
- Investigate the Tourbillon separately if that complication is the reason for your interest: the collection listing alone is not a sufficient specification sheet.
The documented Self-winding and Complete Calendar examples are rated to 30 m (3 bar). A water-resistance rating is not, by itself, a recommendation for swimming; check the brand’s guidance for the exact watch and its condition.
Price and availability: what is and is not confirmed
The manufacturer’s US model pages reviewed here do not display current prices or confirm stock. The Hodinkee figures above are 2018 launch prices, and FHH’s CHF 17,900 Day-Date indication has no clear date on the profile. For a current quote, taxes, market-specific configuration and inventory, contact a Vacheron Constantin boutique or authorized retailer and identify the exact reference.
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