5237

For quite some time, I have been considering the purchase of a classic Breguet chronograph, preferably one that embodies the aesthetics of the first generation. Ideally, it should feature the Lemania-based caliber. Most purists recognize this movement fro

We can objectively say that the 3237 with this Onyx dial is rare. I only saw 4 during all these years, 3 in photos, one in person, which led me to take some photos to share with you. It seems that there is a 5th one hidden in another collection, as well a

Very fond of the 3237 (and the similar 5237), probably the nicest HW chrono this side of Lange. Much nicer than Breguet's newer versions of essentially the same watch, which are unnecessarily big and often have unnecessarily busy dials. Also much nicer th

Hi Cabizaid, Welcome to the forums. I was hoping some of our members would have direct experience with this model, but I will make some general comments as a Breguet owner (a YG La Tradition in my case). I love Breguet for their history and design aesthet

Hi All. First let me start by saying that I have never owned a Breguet. I've seen a few in the metal and thought they were very nice but just not my cup of tea. I've always been more of a sport chrono (Rolex Daytonas) or minimalist dress watch (Patek, VC,

I recently saw the 5237 chrono that I found very interesting . I would like to ask if the movement is the same Lemania used in the Patek Phlippe 5070 and the Vacheron Constantin Malte Chrono. Thanks Tassos

Neither Breguets, Pateks nor Langes are really handmade in the historical sense of the word--IMO, it would be more correct to say that they are hand assembled and, to varying degrees, hand finished. Most of the top larger houses use CNC machines and other

I cannot remember seeing any flaws,perhaps a microscope would serve better ;-) but in earnest I have some difficulties to believe the term "botched screws" with a Breguet,esp.a fine one as the 5237. The camera I used is certainly no professional makro-equ

I recently sold my Breguet 5237, disappointed with the finish of the movement, and botched screws. It may have been a fluke example--it may be bad reason to sell a watch, it may be my perception only, but it made an impression on me. I wouldn't spend the

Could someone help clarify the lineage and history of the 5237 chrono? How long have Breguet had a 'classic' chrono? What was there (if anything) before the 36mm version? Many thanks G.