Crafting watches without interruption since 1755, Vacheron Constantin launched the Overseas in 1996 for life on the move, and it still carries that travel spirit proudly. Think Phileas Fogg from Around the World in 80 Days, only with better taste in steel. For the grown-up who still gets butterflies at the airport gate, it goes from boardroom to beach without a second thought.

Presents itself in mint condition with little to no signs of wear. Set in deep black lacquer, the dial shines like a glossy piano key, with 18K white gold markers and hands that glow blue in the dark. Framed by a six-sided bezel shaped after the Maltese cross, the house emblem since 1880, mirror polish flashes with every turn of the wrist. Carved from stainless steel, the 41mm case trades satin brushing for high polish at every edge, like a tuxedo jacket with silk lapels.

Functions include hours, minutes, seconds, and date. Found at 3 o’clock, the screw-down crown wears the Maltese cross and handles all the setting. After a long rest in the safe, unscrew the crown and turn it gently until the seconds hand starts to sweep, then add a few more turns for a head start. Pull it out one click and quick set the date to yesterday’s date. Pull it out to the last click, move the hands forward until the date jumps to today, then keep going to the correct time, making sure you land on the right AM or PM. Push the crown back in and screw it down tight to keep the 150m water resistance sealed. Powered by the in-house Calibre 5100 with its 22K gold rotor and the Geneva Seal, it runs for about 60 hours off the wrist. Tucked under the lugs, a quick-release system swaps the steel bracelet for either included strap in seconds with zero tools, like a pit crew in Monaco.

Comes as a full set, double-boxed with warranty card, warranty card folio, instruction manual, black rubber strap, black alligator strap, and folding clasp.

Retired in 2024 when the 4520V took the stage, the 4500V now stands as the final word on a modern classic from the Holy Trinity of Swiss watchmaking. Quieter than its famous rivals yet finished every bit as finely, it rewards the collector who likes knowing something the room does not. If your next trip deserves a companion, this one is already packed.