The house of Vacheron Constantin produces some of the most exquisite complicated watches in existence. Having had well over two centuries to perfect their sense of style, the legendary Geneva manufacture carries on the proud traditions of Jean-Marc Vacheron and Francois Constantin, who built the brand around the demanding motto of “Faire mieux si possible, ce qui est toujours possible!” (”Do better when possible, and it is always possible”)

One of the many exquisite offerings from Vacheron Constantin, is this Perpetual Calendar Minute Repeater watch from the Malte collection. I love the classical silvered dial, with its applied gold roman numerals and slim baton hands—while not the easiest type of perpetual calendar display to read, the classical layout this watch has mirrors that of the brand’s pocket watches from the late 19th and early 20th century. The 41mm gold Malte case is superbly elegant, yet has a rakish flair with its distinctive, intricate lugs. Vacheron Constantin minute repeaters are often praised for their extraordinary quality, and the large gold case should optimize the volume of the chimes nicely.