# Vacheron Constantin Overseas Automatic Steel Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Automatic Steel is an elite luxury sports watch blending refined elegance with rugged capability in a 41mm stainless steel case accented by the brand's signature Maltese cross bezel, featuring a textured lacquered blue dial with luminous applied indices and a small date window at 2 o'clock, ideal for affluent collectors and executives desiring versatile daily wear that transitions seamlessly from boardroom to adventure; it is powered by the exquisite in-house Caliber 5100 automatic movement with 60 hours of power reserve, Hallmark of Geneva certification, and COSC chronometer precision.

## Overall Watch Rating: 8.3/10.0

**Brand Metric (9.9/10.0)** - Vacheron Constantin's unmatched heritage and craftsmanship rival the absolute pinnacle of Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet.
**Dials & Design Metric (9.8/10.0)** - The iconic Maltese cross motifs, flawless lacquer dial, and balanced proportions set a benchmark for luxury sports aesthetics akin to the best Royal Oaks.
**Material Metric (9.7/10.0)** - Premium 904L-like steel construction with sapphire crystal, AR coating, and Geneva-polished finishes surpass even many Rolex models in refinement.
**History & Innovation Metric (9.5/10.0)** - Nearly three centuries of watchmaking innovation, including the groundbreaking Overseas line, cement its legendary status.
**Movement Metric (9.4/10.0)** - The in-house 5100 caliber's Geneva finishing, chronometer accuracy, and reliability compete directly with top Lange movements.
**Versatility Metric (9.3/10.0)** - Quick-change bracelet-to-rubber system and 150m water resistance make it more adaptable than most high-end sports watches like the Aquanaut.
**Rarity Metric (8.9/10.0)** - Limited production and $25,000+ pricing deliver exclusivity on par with independent high-end offerings.
**Functions Metric (4.7/10.0)** - Core timekeeping with date provides solid everyday utility similar to entry-level luxury autos.
**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - The subtle date complication offers basic added function like a standard Datejust but lacks advanced features.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.4

## WM Collector Grade: A+

## Performance Insights: Exceptional strengths in brand prestige, design, materials, and movement finishing dominate, offset by simpler complications and functions typical of a pure three-hander; delivers outstanding value exceeding its implied $38,500 price point.

## TPS Interpretation: Superior Value: The watch vastly overperforms expected metrics for its price with haute horlogerie prestige and build quality that justifies a significantly higher market positioning.

## Watch Data
[https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/content/dam/vacheronconstantin/Catalog/2023/overseas/4500V/110A/4500V_110A_B128_V/4500V_110A_B128_V_HERO.jpg/image.img.1200.1200.jpg] - [Front view of blue dial Overseas]; [https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/content/dam/vacheronconstantin/Catalog/2023/overseas/4500V/110A/4500V_110A_B128_V/4500V_110A_B128_V_back.jpg/image.img.1200.1200.jpg] - [Exhibition caseback showing Caliber 5100]; [https://www.ablogtowatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Vacheron-Constantin-Overseas-lume.jpg] - [Lume on indices and hands glowing brightly]; [Overseas 41 Steel] - [Vacheron Constantin]; [Overseas Automatic]; [Switzerland]; [https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/us/en/collections/overseas/self-winding-4500v110ab128v.html]; [https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/introducing-the-new-vacheron-constantin-overseas-collection]; [Automatic]; [5100 B/1100]; [37] - [Luxury sports watch with integrated steel bracelet, blue lacquered dial, date at 2, Maltese cross bezel accents, interchangeable strap system]; [41.0] - [48.1]; [11.0]; [22.0]; [150]; [60]; [28800]; [Super-LumiNova]; [37]; [Stainless Steel]; [Sapphire (anti-reflective)]; [Stainless Steel (fixed, hexagonal motif)]; [Sapphire (exhibition)]; [Screw-down]; [Stainless Steel bracelet (interchangeable with rubber)]; [Round]; [Lacquered blue sunray]; [Yes]; [Yes]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [Yes]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [Yes]; [Yes]; [No]; [Yes]; [No]; [No]; [Yes]; [Yes]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [Yes]; [No]; [9.4] - [A+]; [38500];

**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**