Vacheron Constantin Royal Chronometer Reference 6694
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Circa 1960s
Maker / issuer
Vacheron ConstantinThis Vacheron Constantin Royal Chronometer, reference 6694, dates to the 1960s and is presented in an 18k yellow gold case measuring 35mm. The timepiece features a silver sunburst dial equipped with applied gold indices and stylized markers, a configuration colloquially referred to by collectors as the “Batman” design.
Internally, the watch houses an automatic chronometer-grade movement. It is fitted with its original 18k yellow gold bracelet, which includes an integrated clasp bearing the Vacheron Constantin cross motif. The auction description reports that the case retains defined edges and appears unpolished, with light surface wear throughout consistent with its age. The dial exhibits a consistent tone with minor spotting, while the original hands and bracelet remain intact, with the latter showing light stretch.
The watch is offered as an individual piece without accompanying documentation or packaging.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Automatic chronometer-grade wristwatch
- Brand
- Vacheron Constantin
- Clasp
- Integrated 18k clasp with Vacheron cross motif
- Bracelet
- Original 18k yellow gold bracelet
- Movement
- Automatic chronometer-grade movement
- Reference
- 6694
- Case Material
- 18k Yellow Gold
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Dial Description
- Silver sunburst with applied gold indices and stylized markers
- Maker / attribution
- Vacheron Constantin
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The watch features a silver sunburst dial with applied gold indices and stylized markers. The configuration of these markers is noted by collectors as the "Batman" design, representing a departure from traditional baton or dauphine styles. The auction description reports the dial is original and clean with a consistent silver tone, though light spotting is visible under certain angles. The hands are original to the piece and are described as matching the dial, showing light wear and aging. The printing and indices on the dial are reported to remain intact. The dial also includes a date aperture positioned at the 3 o'clock mark.
- Visible features
- • Silver sunburst dial with applied gold indices • Integrated 18k yellow gold bracelet • Engraved Vacheron Constantin cross on the case back • Date aperture at the 3 o'clock position
- Case and Bracelet
- The watch is housed in an 18k yellow gold case measuring 35mm in diameter. The auction description reports that the case is in strong overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age, noting that the edges remain well defined and the case appears unpolished. The back of the case features an engraving of the Vacheron Constantin cross. The timepiece is fitted with its original 18k yellow gold bracelet, which is described as being uncut and possessing solid structural integrity. The bracelet includes an integrated clasp featuring the Vacheron Constantin cross motif. The auction description notes that the bracelet shows surface wear and light stretch consistent with the age of the object.
- Movement and Chronometer Certification
- The watch is powered by an automatic chronometer-grade movement. While the specific movement is not confirmed by internal photography, the documentation suggests that the reference uses an architecture based on the K1072 caliber, which was a common standard in high-end Swiss watchmaking during the 1960s. The watch is sold as a single object without additional contents or original papers.
Identification
- Reference
- 6694
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Movement caliber is suggested to be K1072 based on architecture, but not explicitly verified by case opening or documentation
- Research required: The nickname “Batman” is collector-attributed and not an official manufacturer designation