Vacheron Constantin Ref. 33093 – Rose Gold, Extra-Flat Manual Wind

The reference 33093 is one of the cleanest and most essential examples of Vacheron Constantin’s production from the late 1980s to early 1990s. Designed to highlight minimal elegance, it stands out for its ultra-thin 33 mm case in 18kt rose gold, with a thickness of just 4.9 mm, housing one of the thinnest manual-wind movements ever made: the caliber 1003. Technical Specifications Case: 18kt rose gold, 33 mm diameter, 4.9 mm thickness Movement: VC caliber 1003, manual winding, 17 jewels, 1.64 mm thick Dial: silvered opaline with applied indices and peripheral minute track Crystal: sapphire Caseback: solid rose gold Strap: leather strap with original VC rose gold buckle Collectibility Notes The caliber 1003 is a historically significant movement, introduced in 1955 to mark the maison’s bicentenary. Its extreme thinness makes it a benchmark in precision watchmaking. Despite its aesthetic simplicity, the 33093 holds solid value in collecting circles due to its construction quality, relative rarity, and formal purity. Context This reference is often seen as a modern continuation of Vacheron’s 1950s–1960s design language, adapted to a more linear and minimalist taste. The rose gold case enhances its understated yet refined character. Very few watches in the market combine these proportions and finishing details, making the 33093 a compelling option for those seeking an essential yet technically meaningful dress watch.