# Vacheron Constantin Cornes De Vache 1955 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes de Vache 1955 is a vintage-inspired dress watch featuring a distinctive 38.5mm cushion-shaped pink gold case with signature cow-horn lugs, an opaline silvered dial accented by applied blackened Arabic numerals and a sub-seconds register at 6 o'clock, powered by the hand-wound Caliber 1140 AS movement offering 40 hours of power reserve—ideal for discerning collectors and enthusiasts seeking understated haute horlogerie elegance with historical provenance.

## Overall Watch Rating: 9.2/10.0

**Dials & Design Metric (9.6/10.0)** - The exquisite cushion case, cow-horn lugs, and refined opaline dial with blued hands evoke timeless sophistication akin to Patek Philippe's best reissues.
**Brand Metric (9.7/10.0)** - Vacheron Constantin's unparalleled heritage as one of the Holy Trinity brands delivers prestige comparable to A. Lange & Söhne.
**Material Metric (9.6/10.0)** - Premium 18k pink gold construction with sapphire crystal and Geneva Seal-level finishing rivals the opulence of top-tier Audemars Piguet models.
**History & Innovation Metric (9.3/10.0)** - This faithful 1955 re-edition celebrates Vacheron's archival iconography with cultural resonance similar to Omega's Railmaster revivals.
**Rarity Metric (9.1/10.0)** - At its price point and Vacheron's limited production, it offers scarcity on par with boutique Patek Philippe references.
**Cohesiveness Metric (9.0/10.0)** - The design's harmonious vintage fidelity and material execution create a singular, cohesive statement like a standalone F.P. Journe masterpiece.
**Versatility Metric (8.7/10.0)** - Suitable for formal occasions or collector displays, it transitions elegantly much like a Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso.
**Movement Metric (8.5/10.0)** - The in-house manual Caliber 1140 AS with Geneva Seal decoration and reliable performance matches the refinement of ETA 7001 upgrades in higher-end independents.
**Functions Metric (5.1/10.0)** - Basic timekeeping with small seconds provides solid utility but lacks the breadth of a multifunction Grand Seiko.
**Complications Metric (1.2/10.0)** - Absent advanced features, it prioritizes purity over complexity, akin to minimalist Nomos time-only pieces.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.7

## WM Collector Grade: A+

## Performance Insights: Exceptional strengths in design, materials, brand prestige, and historical appeal deliver outstanding luxury value well above its implied price benchmark.

## TPS Interpretation: Exceptional Value: This watch vastly overperforms expectations with elite craftsmanship and heritage at its price point.

## Watch Data
[https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/content/dam/vc/website/global/en/homepage/collection/historiques/cornes-de-vache-1955/80172-000R-9159.png] - [Front image of the pink gold cushion case with opaline dial]; [https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/content/dam/vc/website/global/en/homepage/collection/historiques/cornes-de-vache-1955/back_80172-000R-9159.png] - [Back image showing sapphire caseback]; [] - [No lume]; [Cornes de Vache 1955] - [Vacheron Constantin]; [Historiques Cornes de Vache 1955]; [Switzerland] - [Switzerland]; [https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/us/en/collections/historiques/cornes-de-vache-1955.html] - [https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/us/en/collections/historiques/cornes-de-vache-1955.html]; [https://www.chrono24.com/vacheronconstantin/historiques-cornes-de-vache-1955-ref-80172-000r-9159--id28512345.htm] - [https://www.chrono24.com/vacheronconstantin/historiques-cornes-de-vache-1955-ref-80172-000r-9159--id28512345.htm]; [Manual Wind] - [Manual Wind]; [Caliber 1140 AS] - [Caliber 1140 AS]; [1] - [1]; [Iconic 1955 re-edition with cushion pink gold case, cow-horn lugs, opaline silvered dial, blued dauphine hands, applied blackened Arabic numerals, small seconds at 6 o'clock] - [Iconic 1955 re-edition with cushion pink gold case, cow-horn lugs, opaline silvered dial, blued dauphine hands, applied blackened Arabic numerals, small seconds at 6 o'clock]; [38.5] - [38.5]; [46.8] - [46.8]; [9.95] - [9.95]; [20] - [20]; [30] - [30]; [40] - [40]; [18000] - [18000]; [no] - [no]; [20] - [20]; [18k pink gold] - [18k pink gold]; [sapphire] - [sapphire]; [fixed] - [fixed]; [sapphire] - [sapphire]; [push-pull] - [push-pull]; [Mississippiensis alligator with pink gold buckle] - [Mississippiensis alligator with pink gold buckle]; [cushion] - [cushion]; [opaline silvered with applied blackened Arabic numerals] - [opaline silvered with applied blackened Arabic numerals]; [yes] - [yes]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [yes] - [yes]; [yes] - [yes]; [yes] - [yes]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [no] - [no]; [9.7] - [9.7]; [A+] - [A+]; [12500] - [12500];

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