TPD Vacheron Constantin: turns per day by model and reference

Vacheron Constantin is one of the three great Swiss watch manufacturers—alongside Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet. Its calibers, whether Overseas, Patrimony, Malte, or Historiques movements, have precise winding requirements that vary by caliber and complication. This page compiles all the recommended TPD data to optimize your watch winder's settings.

To choose the right watch winder for your Vacheron Constantin, consult our complete collection of automatic watch winders.

Understanding Vacheron Constantin TPD

Most Vacheron Constantin calibers operate within a range of 650 to 950 TPD. Some specific calibers have more precise requirements:

Calibers 1137 (Overseas Chronograph, Malte Chronograph, Royal Eagle) and 1311 (Overseas Chronometer) operate at 800 TPD — the first in clockwise rotation, the second counter-clockwise.

Calibers 1206 and 1206 RDT (Malte Tonneau Day-Date, Malte Dual Time Regulator) operate at 800 TPD in counter-clockwise rotation only.

Caliber 1204 (Malte Large Calendar) is the most economical — 650 TPD in clockwise rotation only.

In the absence of precise data for your reference, 800 TPD bidirectional is the recommended conservative setting.

Summary Table of TPD by Vacheron Constantin Family

Family	Main Caliber	Rotation Direction	TPD
Overseas Date / Large Model	1126	Bidirectional	650–950
Overseas Chronograph	1137	Clockwise only	800
Overseas Chronometer	1311	Counter-clockwise only	800
Overseas Dual Time	1222 SC	Bidirectional	650–950
Overseas for Women	1056	Counter-clockwise only	650–950
Patrimony / Historiques	1126 / 1127	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Perpetual Calendar	1120 QP	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Chronograph	1137	Clockwise only	800
Malte Dual Time	1222	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Dual Time Regulator	1206 RDT	Counter-clockwise only	800
Malte Tonneau Day-Date	1206	Counter-clockwise only	800
Malte Large Calendar	1204	Clockwise only	650
Les Essentielles Automatic	1312	Clockwise only	650–950
Les Masques / Quai de L'Ile	2460 G4 / 2460 QH	Bidirectional	650–950
Jubilé 1755	2475	Bidirectional	650–950
Recommended universal setting	—	Bidirectional	800

Detailed TPD Table by Vacheron Constantin Reference

Model	Reference	Caliber	Direction	TPD
Historiques Chronomètre Royal	47022	1126	Bidirectional	650–950
Historiques Power Reserve	47200	1190	Counter-clockwise	650–950
Historiques Toledo 1952	47300 / 47550	1125	Bidirectional	650–950
Historiques Toledo 1952 Haute Joaillerie	47650	1125	Bidirectional	650–950
Historiques Ultra-Fine 1968	43043	1120	Bidirectional	650–950
Jubilé 1755	—	2475	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Complications 31-day Retrograding Calendar	47245	1126	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Complications / Patrimony Power Reserve	47200	1127	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Complications Mercator	43050	1120M	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Complications Saltarello	43041	1120 MR	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Essentielles Automatic	42100	1312	Clockwise	650–950
Les Essentielles L'Anglaise	47002	1126	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Essentielles Skeleton	43502	1120 SQ	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Essentielles Toledo 1952	42100	1312	Clockwise	650–900
Les Masques Edition 2009 — China	—	2460 G4	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Masques Edition 2009 — Gabon	—	2460 G4	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Masques Edition 2009 — Indonesia	—	2460 G4	Bidirectional	650–950
Les Masques Edition 2009 — Mexico	—	2460 G4	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Chronograph	49180	1137	Clockwise	800
Malte Dual Time	47400	1222	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Dual Time Diamond Set	47700	1222	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Dual Time Regulator	42005	1206 RDT	Counter-clockwise	800
Malte Large Calendar	42015	1204	Clockwise	650
Malte Openface Retrograde Perpetual Calendar	47032	1226 QPRD	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Openworked	43080 / 43580	1120 SQ	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Retrograde Perpetual Calendar	47031	1126 QPR	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Skeleton Large Model	43080	1120 SQ	Bidirectional	650–950
Malte Tonneau Chronograph	49145	1137	Clockwise	800
Malte Tonneau Day-Date	42008 / 42508	1206	Counter-clockwise	800
Malte Tonneau Dual Time	47400	1222	Bidirectional	650–950
Overseas Chronograph	49140 / 49150	1137	Clockwise	800
Overseas Chronometer	42042 / 423A	1311	Counter-clockwise	800
Overseas Date Self-Winding 42mm	47040	1126	Bidirectional	650–950
Overseas Dual Time	47450	1222 SC	Bidirectional	650–950
Overseas Dual Time Diamond-Set	47551	1222 SC	Bidirectional	650–950
Overseas for Women	12050	1056	Counter-clockwise	650–950
Overseas Large Model	47040	1126	Bidirectional	650–950
Overseas USA Special Edition Chronograph	—	1137	Clockwise	800
Patrimony 31-day Retrograding Calendar	47245	1126	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Contemporaine Retrograde Day & Date	86020	2460 R31 R7	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Date-Calendar Power Reserve	47200	1127	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Perpetual Calendar	43032	1120 QP	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Power Reserve	47200	1127	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Self-Winding Men's Model	42002	1312	Clockwise	650–950
Patrimony Toledo 1952	47300	1125	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Traditionelle Openworked Perpetual Calendar	43172	1120 QP SQ	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Traditionelle Openworked Self-Winding	43178	1120 SQ	Bidirectional	650–950
Patrimony Tribute to Great Explorers	47070	1126	Bidirectional	650–950
Phidias for Men	48010 / 48020	1130	Counter-clockwise	650–950
Phidias for Women	16010 / 16020	1056	Counter-clockwise	650–950
Quai de L'Île Date Self-Winding	86050	2460 QH	Bidirectional	650–950
Quai de L'Île Day-Date and Power Reserve	85050	2475 SC	Bidirectional	650–950
Royal Eagle Chronograph	49145	1137	Clockwise	800
Royal Eagle Day-Date	42008	1206	Counter-clockwise	800
To and Fro Calendar	47247	1126 R31	Bidirectional	650–950
Tribute to Great Explorers / Christopher Columbus	47070	1126 AT	Bidirectional	650–950
Tribute to Great Explorers / Marco Polo	47070	1126 AT	Bidirectional	650–950

Which watch winder should you choose for your Vacheron Constantin?

The variety of rotation directions in the Vacheron Constantin range—bidirectional, clockwise, counter-clockwise depending on the caliber—makes a watch winder with individual settings per slot essential. If you own an Overseas Chronograph (clockwise, 800 TPD) and a Patrimony Perpetual Calendar (bidirectional, 650–950 TPD), each position must be configured independently.

For 1 to 2 watches. The Héritage, Président, Chancelier and Ambassadeur ranges start at 2 slots with full individual settings—rotation direction, TPD, and activity/pause cycles.

For up to 12 watches. These same ranges go up to 12 slots, each independently configurable.

For collections with security requirements. The Bellagio™, Bellagio Pro™ and Bellagio Max™ winder safes offer physical protection and precise winding—essential for pieces of such rarity.

For absolute demands. The Vauban™: 12 slots, solid steel structure, total insulation, integrated jewelry drawers.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vacheron Constantin TPD

Why do some Vacheron calibers require counter-clockwise rotation?

Calibers 1056, 1130, 1190, 1206, and 1311 are designed with a unidirectional winding system—they only recover energy in counter-clockwise rotation. A bidirectional winder on these calibers will only be 50% effective, which can lead to progressive under-winding.

What is the difference between 650 TPD and 950 TPD for a Patrimony?

For Vacheron calibers with a wide range (650–950 TPD), 800 TPD is the recommended central setting. Lowering to 650 TPD is suitable if the watch is worn regularly in addition to the winder. Increasing to 950 TPD is useful if the watch remains unworn for several days.

My model is not on this list—what should I do?

If your reference is not listed, set your watch winder to 800 TPD bidirectional—this is the universal conservative setting compatible with almost all Vacheron calibers. Contact our team for a personalized recommendation.

Do you have another brand? Consult our TPD guide for all brands.

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