Originally available only in platinum, the Malte Tourbillon Openworked is Vacheron Constantin‘s flagship skeleton watch. Two years after the platinum model made its debut, Vacheron Constantin has taken the covers off the pink gold version – but it’s not quite the same watch. In fact, the pink gold version is distinctly finer.

While mechanically identical to the platinum version, both have the same case dimensions and 2790 SQ movement, the Malte Tourbillon Openworked in pink gold boasts more delicate open-working. The bridges are narrower, giving the movement a more airy and ethereal appearance.

And though the engraving on the bridges is the same, a repeated triangular motif, the scale of the engraving is noticeable smaller and finer. Together these improvements give the watch a more refined appearance.

Comparing the pink gold (top) and the platinum

The Malte Tourbillon Openworked in pink gold measures 38mm wide and 48.24mm long. The calibre 2790 SQ movement is hand-wound with a 40-hour power reserve.

Pricing and availability 

The Malte Tourbillon Openworked in rose gold retails for S$302,500 in Singapore. That’s equivalent to US$224,000.