Breguet: A Collector's Universe
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Breguet: A Collector's Universe

By amanico · Jun 19, 2019 · 24 replies
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Amanico embarks on a personal journey through the 'wonderful universe of Breguet,' sharing his evolving appreciation for the brand's diverse offerings. His curated selection, ranging from historical pieces like the 1775 Subscription watch to modern icons such as the La Tradition and Type XX, invites the community to reflect on Breguet's enduring legacy and its contemporary direction.

Shame on me, Breguet is a brand I am discovering. For some years, now, yes, but there are brands I know much better. 

Why? I couldn't say. 

But one thing is sure: They made and still make some very nice and good watches. 

Here is my conception of the wonderful universe of Breguet, my level of knowledge about this great brand. 

1/ The 1775, the Subscription watch. Platinum case, enamel dial. A wonder. 



How I would have loved a manual winding movement!



2/ 3330: Pure Breguet DNA. One of the most styled and refined complete calendar and moon phase! In white gold, here.



3/ 3420: In a delicious platinum case, a jumping hour. 



4/ La Tradition, white gold, 37 mm case. If there is a watch which sums what is the Breguet DNA, this is, for me, the La Tradition, along with the 3330. 



5/ Classique Enamel Blue. The current one. Ref 5177 In White Gold.



6/ The sublime Chronograph 5247, in white gold and its enamel dial... 


7/ I will not close this selection without mentioning the only one in my collection, the Type XX Platinum and its salmon dial, of course.



I would gladly mention a vintage Type XX, FG 54 or a later one such as a CEV... But we'll soon discuss that. 

Please share with us your thoughts and Breguet of your dreams! 

Best,

Nicolas


About the Breguet Classique Ref. 5177

The Breguet Classique reference 5177 represents an automatic entry within the Classique collection, distinguished by its 38mm case proportions and rose gold construction. This reference utilizes automatic movement technology within the traditional Classique aesthetic framework.

The 38mm case is crafted from 18k rose gold and houses an automatic movement. The silver dial provides contrast against the warm gold case material. Sapphire crystal protects the dial surface, while the watch maintains 30 meters of water resistance. The bezel design remains fixed in position.

Reference 5177 appeals to collectors seeking automatic movement functionality within traditional dress watch proportions. The 38mm case size positions this reference for those preferring mid-sized case dimensions, while the rose gold construction and silver dial combination offers specific aesthetic preferences within the broader Classique automatic range.

Specifications

Caliber
777
Case
18k Rose Gold
Diameter
38 mm
Dial
Silver
Water Resist.
30m
Crystal
Sapphire

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J K
Jun 19, 2019

Especially the first one without a date and snail chrono ! Thanks for sharing.

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cazalea
Jun 19, 2019

But which I have never come close to desiring, no matter how many times I try them on. An enigma to me. Cazalea

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BMR
Jun 19, 2019

The soft spot for this brand in my heart is big. Your selection here is a great representation, but I wouldn’t consider myself anywhere close to an expert on the brand. I am lucky to own the Tradition you show here but only in the automatic version with retrograde seconds. I had a Type XX years ago that I let go that I consider replacing quite often. The snail chrono is one I’ve considered, too. It’s very charming and unmistakably Breguet. The current blue enamel is nice, but without date would

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Spangles - Dr. Tabby
Jun 19, 2019

There are a number of real charmers in the classique collection, the enamel moonphase 7787, for example. Modern Breguet's insistence on following in A.L. Breguet's footsteps as an innovator points to models such as the classique chronometrie 7727, which won the grand prize at the GPHP the year it was unveiled. However, one thing we are missing is Breguet's real strength in women's watches. The Reine du Naples and in the classique and marine lines there are amazing women's watches with excellent

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amanico
Jun 19, 2019

From the collection of this year.

MI
Mike H
Jun 19, 2019

...one which is 200% Breguet DNA and that I find absolutely stunning the ref 3137 (same as 3130 but with sapphire case back and skeleton movement). Actually my podium would be 1775 (Indeed superb and understated as I like), 3137 (white gold case even if other metals have a lot of charm too on this model) and of course… your Pt Type XX

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