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The 1970s are known as one of the most transformative decades in watch history. In 1972, Audemars Piguet's first luxury sports model, The Royal Oak, Was launched, Followed by Patek Philippe's Nautilus in 1976. Both models were designed by Italian watch designer Gerard Genta. In 1977, Vacheron Constantin also developed its first luxury sports watch under the name “Project 222” in response to the two brands that pioneered the sports watch. However, Due to poor sales and the false accusation of being an homage, It was discontinued after a short production period, And as time passed, It has established itself as the rarest classic Vacheron Constantin in modern times. Another thing that many people don't know is that the first model 222 was designed by a German designer named Jörg Hysek, Not Gerald Genta, Who had previously designed sports watches for two other brands. The Royal Oak, Nautilus, And 222 models all feature a single, Inseparable bracelet and case, Making them the first sports watch models in the world. After that, Vacheron Constantin did not continue to produce watches with the same design like Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet, But started "Project 333" and developed a sports watch called the 333. The model being introduced is not the 222 model, But the 333 model, Which was later upgraded and improved in design. It is characterized by the number 333 engraved on the back of the watch case. The watch we are introducing today is the 333 model, Vacheron Constantin's second sports watch newly developed in the 1980s. In the case of the 333 model, The shortcomings of the 222 watch that was first released in the 70s were improved, And instead of the angular case like the existing Royal Oak, All sharp surfaces were finished in a rounded manner, Creating a completely different watch. The origin of the design of the 333 development is the story of the birth of the 333 model, Which was created by improving the existing sharp 222 model, With the octagonal shape as the base for the case shape, And rounding off all the sharp octagonal sides to create a softer round shape. So on the back of the watch case back, You can see that there are eight screws that fit into an octagonal base. Vacheron Constantin wanted to develop a watch with a completely different form and its own unique identity, Different from the existing Royal Oak of Audemars Piguet. The case of the 333, Which has a slightly rounder shape by chamfering the pointed octagonal sides, Is said to have been inspired by the Malte Cross, Vacheron Constantin's cross logo. This model was mostly produced as a yellow gold combination model at the time of its release, But a very small number were produced in steel (Stainless Steel). As time has passed, The 333 model composed entirely of steel has much higher rarity and value than the yellow gold combination model. This is the same for both the Royal Oak and the Nautilus. The internal movement is Vacheron Constantin's in-house quartz movement that is relatively convenient and easy to maintain, And the Vacheron Maltese cross logo engraved on the back of the bracelet is impressive. Also, Vacheron's first sports watches, The 222 and 333, Inherited the unique honeycomb-shaped bracelet design even though the case shape changed. It is considered to have the most beautiful bracelet design among the three high-end models. Vacheron Constantin is a top Swiss high-end watchmaking brand with a history of over 250 years since its launch in 1755. This is a very special Sports 333 model with an interesting birth story and historical significance, And you can feel the unique emotion of Vacheron Constantin that you will never see in other brands.* Please order considering that this is an old vintage product. * Although it is an old product, It is still in its original condition and has traces of time on the inside and outside of the watch.Therefore, If you want the sophistication and neatness of the new product, We strongly urge you to reconsider carefully before ordering. * Please note that as this is an older product, Some parts may be damaged or the waterproof function may be reduced.