{"product_id":"vacheron-constantin-overseas-42040-423j-8467-chocolate-dial","title":"Vacheron Constantin Overseas 42040\/423J-8467 Chocolate Dial","description":"\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.646%; height: 43.1876px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2146%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7743%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6218%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1354%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePapers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2146%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eLike New (9\/10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7743%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eNA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6218%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1354%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Overseas 42040\/423J-8467 belongs to the first generation of Vacheron Constantin’s modern sports-watch family, introduced during the 1990s as the Maison developed a more contemporary successor to the design ideas first seen in the reference 222. This early Overseas generation is defined by its compact proportions, integrated bracelet and strong Maltese Cross-inspired detailing.\u003cbr\u003eIn 18K yellow gold with a chocolate brown sunburst dial, the 42040J takes that sports-watch architecture in a distinctly richer direction, combining the robustness of the Overseas concept with the warmth and presence of a full precious-metal execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Reference Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe appeal of this reference lies in the contrast between its utilitarian design and luxurious materials. The brown sunburst dial gives the watch considerably more depth than a conventional silver or black execution, while applied yellow gold markers and luminous hands retain the straightforward legibility expected of a sports watch. The date at 3 o’clock adds everyday practicality without disturbing the layout.\u003cbr\u003eThe integrated yellow gold bracelet is central to the character of the watch, giving the 42040J a continuous, architectural feel from case to clasp. Inside is the automatic Calibre 1310, offering approximately 46 hours of power reserve and providing the watch with the mechanical foundation expected of this early Overseas generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the Wrist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt 37 mm, the 42040\/423J-8467 wears notably more compactly than later Overseas references. The integrated bracelet and broad bezel give it more presence than the diameter alone suggests, while the full yellow gold construction adds substantial physical weight.\u003cbr\u003eThe chocolate dial works especially well with the case metal, creating a warm, tonal palette that shifts noticeably in changing light. Despite the precious-metal construction, the proportions keep the watch refined rather than overpowering. It feels substantial, but still very much rooted in the more restrained sports-watch sizing of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example is presented on its integrated 18K yellow gold bracelet with folding clasp. Specific information regarding case and bracelet condition, polishing history, bracelet stretch, bezel definition, dial and hand condition, crystal, box and papers, and previous servicing has not been provided. These details should therefore not be assumed and should be confirmed as part of the individual watch assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Belongs in a Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 42040J suits a collector who appreciates the Overseas before it evolved into the larger, more polished generations that followed. Its 37 mm proportions, first-generation design language and full yellow gold construction give it a personality quite different from the modern Overseas.\u003cbr\u003eWithin a broader collection, the chocolate dial adds another layer of character, making the watch feel warmer and more individual than many traditional precious-metal sports watches. It offers a clear connection to Vacheron Constantin’s modern design history while remaining distinctly of its period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Vacheron Constantin Overseas 42040\/423J-8467 is a particularly rich expression of the first-generation Overseas. Its compact 37 mm yellow gold case, chocolate sunburst dial, integrated bracelet and automatic Calibre 1310 give it both historical interest and strong visual identity. It is elegant, substantial and unmistakably rooted in an important chapter of Vacheron Constantin’s sports-watch evolution.\u003c!-- notionvc: 14a2d2d3-cb34-4172-9f31-4f94ecee2288 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chocolate Brown Sunburst Dial with Applied Yellow Gold Hour Markers, Luminescent Hands and Date Display at 3 o’clock\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Folding Clasp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46 Hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic (Calibre 1310)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipments are delivered under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) terms, with duties and taxes payable by the recipient.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"TimeTells","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54063174025516,"sku":null,"price":45888.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/4982\/6348\/files\/42040J-695947-1.jpg?v=1789370032","url":"https:\/\/www.timetells.shop\/products\/vacheron-constantin-overseas-42040-423j-8467-chocolate-dial","provider":"TimeTells","version":"1.0","type":"link"}