This timepiece is a magnificent artifact from Vetta, a Swiss-Italian brand known for its elegant, classically-driven designs. The Les Pléiades, reference W110351, is defined by its regal gold-toned case and a breathtaking cream enamel-style dial that features a rare Pointer Date complication. Instead of a standard window, a dedicated central hand points to the day of the month along the outer blue track, a design hallmark of high-end vintage calendars. It is powered by a beautifully finished Swiss Automatic movement, visible through the exhibition caseback, which is a modified workhorse based on the legendary ETA architecture—ensuring this piece is as reliable as it is beautiful.
The aesthetic is quintessentially European, utilizing hand-applied gold-toned Breguet-style numerals and a delicate small seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock. The dial is further elevated by the elegant "Les Pléiades" script and traditional leaf-style hands that sweep gracefully across the markers. Flipping the watch over reveals the clear sapphire window proudly displaying the gold-toned rotor and the reference number W110351, definitively confirming its authentic Swiss-made pedigree and 3 ATM water resistance. This is an essential acquisition for a collector who appreciates classical complications, the elegance of a pointer date, and the mechanical soul of a Swiss-made heart.
