Breguet Tradition 7027: An In-Depth Look at its Horological Engineering

Dr. Tabby (Spangles) offers a fascinating visual breakdown of the Breguet Tradition 7027, a timepiece that pays homage to Abraham-Louis Breguet's innovative souscription watches. This article delves into the intricate mechanics of the Tradition line, highlighting its design philosophy rooted in ease of service and historical significance. Dr. Tabby's curated images, originally labeled by an anonymous contributor, provide an exceptional look at the exposed movement, inviting readers to appreciate the engineering marvels within.

The Breguet Tradition line is an homage to the original souscription watches of A.L.Breguet. The watches were ingeniously set up this way so that they could be evaluated for service easily without having to disassemble the watch first. All credit and thanks to whoever labelled these pictures and to those who took these pictures.

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The blued screws on the historical pocket watch in the background of one image show 'white metal' in their slots, raising a question about the bluing process or its completeness.
The second stop lever, a tiny pin, is identified and highlighted in one of the detailed movement images, pointing out a specific functional component.
The Breguet Tradition 7027 showcases an amazing amount of engineering, reflecting the complexity and ingenuity required for its construction.

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dedestexhes

Apr 19, 2020

One of the most underrated watches of the last 20 years.

The amount of engineering needed for this s watch is just amazing! Thx for sharing, Dirk

xyz123abc

Apr 19, 2020

Thanks you - today I really learned something! [nt]

holdemchamp1225

Apr 19, 2020

Just makes me appreciate this reference even more. Just WOW 😁 [nt]

Spangles - Dr. Tabby

Apr 19, 2020

And Now A Word From Mr. Philippe Dufour Concerning the Breguet Tradition:

Tyo

Apr 19, 2020

As an owner of one maybe it’ll make an extra Simplicity for me?

😋

Spangles - Dr. Tabby

Apr 19, 2020

I had planned to rescue or save one of his family members and when he says "I don't know how to repay you!"

I say, "I'll take a 37mm platinum Simplicity with blued Breguet hands and an enamel dial, please." I mean, I would help someone without regard for reward, but if it worked out that way, it'd be pretty nice.

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