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ZF Vacheron Constantin Overseas 4500V Silvery-White Dial
ZF establishes the benchmark for the 4500V by achieving a verified 11.2mm case profile and accurately reproducing the proprietary quick-release bracelet system.
Powered by Custom Caliber 5100 Clone
The transparent sapphire caseback reveals a highly decorated clone of the Vacheron Constantin Caliber 5100. ZF has heavily modified a reliable base movement to relocate the balance wheel and mimic the genuine bridge architecture. The centerpiece is the 22K gold-plated rotor, which features an intricately engraved wind rose compass pattern. While it lacks the Geneva Seal finishing under macro inspection, the perlage and anglage applied to the visible plates offer a compelling visual experience on the wrist.
Regulated to approximately ±10–15 seconds per day. The beat rate is a consistent 28,800 vph (4Hz), ensuring a smooth sweep of the central seconds hand.
- ✅ Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
- ✅ Complications: Hours, minutes, center seconds, and quickset date at 3 o’clock
- ✅ Winding Direction: Unidirectional
Technical Specifications
The tonneau-shaped case measures exactly 41mm in diameter with a verified thickness of 11.2mm. The total weight is 160g, providing a substantial presence. Alternating brushed surfaces and highly polished chamfers accurately reflect the complex geometry of the genuine piece.
The dial features a precise sunburst satin-brushed finish. Applied 18K white gold-style hour markers and hands are filled with a bright white luminous compound. The date window at 3 o’clock utilizes a font weight that closely matches retail specifications.
The fixed stainless steel bezel is engineered to evoke the brand’s iconic Maltese cross. The polished upper facets contrast sharply with the circular-brushed base, creating dynamic light play.
The bracelet links are shaped like half Maltese crosses, featuring brushed tops and polished inner angles. The functional quick-release system allows the user to detach the bracelet from the case lugs without specialized tools.
Why ZF for This Reference?
Many collectors ask: “Why not 8F?”
Earlier iterations from 8F utilized a standard Miyota 9015 base fitted with a thick decorative plate, resulting in a case thickness exceeding 12.2mm. ZF employs a more deeply integrated modification, allowing the case to sit at a verified 11.2mm. This 1mm reduction drastically improves wrist dynamics and ensures the silhouette mirrors the genuine profile.
Full Disclosure: The primary tell on the ZF 4500V is the rotor noise, which is noticeably louder than the genuine Caliber 5100, and the quick-release pushers require firmer pressure to disengage.
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Data Sheet
| MODEL REFERENCE | 4500V/210A-B126 |
| FACTORY / VERSION | ZF Edition |
| MOVEMENT | Custom Caliber 5100 Clone |
| CASE MATERIAL | 316L Stainless Steel |
| WEIGHT & THICKNESS | 160g | 11.2mm |
| CRYSTAL & LUME | Scratch-resistant sapphire | White Luminous Coating |
| DIMENSIONS | 41.0mm × 48.5mm × 11.2mmManual measurements — minor tolerances apply. |
| WATER RESISTANCE | 30m stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming |
Collector Q&A
Q: Does the quick-release strap system work exactly like the genuine Vacheron Constantin?
A: Yes, the ZF 4500V replicates the proprietary quick-release mechanism, allowing tool-free swaps between the steel bracelet and compatible rubber or leather straps. However, the pusher tolerances are slightly stiffer than the genuine article.
Q: How accurate is the silvery-white dial color compared to retail?
A: ZF has achieved a highly accurate silvery-white tone with the correct sunburst satin finish. It effectively avoids the overly metallic or flat matte white appearance seen on earlier iterations from competing factories.
Q: Is the anti-magnetic soft iron ring included in this replica?
A: While the case back features the correct engravings indicating anti-magnetic properties, the internal soft iron Faraday cage is omitted. This omission is necessary to accommodate the clone movement architecture and maintain the slim 11.2mm case thickness.
Q: What is the most noticeable flaw on the ZF 4500V?
A: The primary tell is the rotor noise. Because the clone Caliber 5100 relies on a modified unidirectional base movement, the 22K gold-plated rotor spins with an audible whir in quiet environments, which is more pronounced than the genuine piece.