Mid-Century Minimalism, Perfected — Vacheron Constantin Disco Volante

A strikingly elegant expression of 1960s watch design, this Disco Volante is pure vintage poetry.

Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this short-lug case—nicknamed Disco Volante (“flying saucer”)—exudes minimalist charm. The refined hobnail bezel, rose stick hands, and rich gold-toned dial create a beautifully restrained aesthetic that highlights Vacheron Constantin’s mastery of timeless design.

Inside the case back, the Key of Geneva hallmark and a stamped “1” identify the casemaker as Ed. Wenger SA, a renowned Geneva-based workshop responsible for Vacheron cases from 1934 to 1990—adding historical provenance to this already rare timepiece.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

• excellent overall condition, showing some traces of use on the case
• 3- body 18k yellow gold Ed. Wenger SA case with screw-down case back
  
• 30 mm (without crown) / 33 mm (lug-to-lug) / 15 mm (between lugs) / 4.5 mm thick
• year: 1962-1965
• reference: 6395
• total weight: 27 g

MOVEMENT:

• Vacheron Constantin Cal. 1003 - manual wound
• 18 jewels, 18000 A/h, 31 hours power reserve
  
• professionally serviced 03/2026
• -9 sec/d / 280°

BOX & PAPERS:

• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1447