Even though pretty much all watch lovers know the name Breguet, the brand of today is a bit mysterious when it comes to understanding what they are all about. Their watches are spread into a range of very different collections, and while they do a fantastic job of keeping their heritage alive, t [...]

The Breguet Classique Power Reserve 7137 collection of watches isnt new, but Ive never really covered these lovely watches before, so I figured I should at some point. One thing I am trying to do more of on is cover modern watches that are perhaps not brand new, but are still available for retail sale and are worth taking n [...]

This is an interesting story about a rare Breguet dive watch previously unknown to most collectors that was produced in 1965. It is known as the Breguet No. 1646, and apparently, only 60 pieces were ever produced. We dont talk about vintage watches all that often on , but this is a worthy exception and I will explain why. First of all, the [...]

Say hello to Breguets newest Classique Chronograph, an update on a classic with a twist. The new ref. 5287 is built on a solid and historic movement. Something about the watch got me thinking So pardon our little tangent. OK, so there are two very contradictory types of feedback that we get on . Well, I lied. We get many different types of feedback but I am about to refer t [...]

There are two types of luxury watch brands today when it comes to a history of value. There are some brands which ascended to a luxury position after being a tool or instrument watchmaker for many years. This often occurs when their products or technology is technically outdated, but there is still a high-level of appreciation for their products. So to [...]

I was with the people who run Breguet in America a few days ago and one of them asked me, what Breguet would you want to wear right now? That is a tough question when it comes to a brand like Breguet. Do I go with a beautiful and simple watch from the Classique collection that is meant to remind you of Breguets strong past? Or perhaps follow my love of s [...]

Did you know that like Omega, Breguet makes use of Liquidmetal? The special technology was purchased by Omega (via the Swatch Group) a few years ago for the production of bezels and dials. In the case of the Classique La Musicale 7800, Liquidmetal is used inside of the watch to create a better resonance system for the musical ala [...]

Breguet Type XX 40mm from 1975I recently had the pleasure of being invited to look at a rare collection of vintage Breguet aviator watches and was treated to an uncommonly good time with old timepieces. While vintage watch love is deep amongst this (watch enthusiasts) crowd, it is the rare historic an [...]

These two timepieces are part of the?Breguet Tradition watch collection. This is not to be confused with Breguets Heritage watch collection. Easy to mix up those two of course. Breguets notoriety started long ago and for good reason. Having personally inspected antique Breguet pocket watches I can attest to their excellent design and quality. They really were some [...]

Between the time I originally wrote about this Breguet watch and when it was commercially released, the Type XXII watch changed. My understanding is that Breguet first needed to completely finish developing and testing the movement as well as perfecting the design?when I initially saw it in 2010.?Last year when the watch was eventually released for sale, consumers ended [...]

The new for 2012 Breguet Heritage Phases de Lune Retrograde 8860 watch is for women (in case you didnt notice). I like the woven leather strap and overall simple yet refined theme of the watch. It is also a rare casual ladies piece in the Breguet collection that doesnt need to be worn with an evening gown. I wont discuss it more here, but simply wanted [...]

I consider this cool new Breguet watch as one of the neatest new pieces in their 2012 collection. It is all based on a marriage of the brands iconic classic look and their highly sophisticated, high frequency mechanical movement. It isnt for everyone, but enough hardcore watch lovers like me will no doubt get excited by a piece like this.The full name of the [...]

Among many other things I like about this Breguet watch are the applied hour indicators. These are most certainly ranked among the best hour markers I have ever seen. They are done in a brushed metal (likely titanium to match the case) and are applied to the dial. The finish on them is very smooth and they appear luxurious as well as being very clear to the eye. What exact [...]

One of the most useful mechanical complications I saw at Baselworld 2011 was the time switching mechanism on the new Breguet Classique 5717 Hora Mundi watch. Aside from having a very clever feature for travelers, the Hora Mundi mixes contemporary looks with Breguet classicism. That sounds like a bit of a irony, but they seemed to pull i [...]

While pretty awesome to behold (especially in size) and pretty in design, the Breguet Marine Royale Ref. 5847 watch for 2010 is an ergonomic mistake. It looks cool on the wrist making you feel like some sort of well-to-do space pirate captain, but the legibility and use of the watch are pretty whacked. Ive never much bought into the whole [...]

How much over retail do you think this Breguet Ref. 5157 watch will go fetch for charity? With a retail price of $16,200 the 18k gold Breguet watch is currently on eBay awaiting January 9th, 2011, when the auction will end. The proceeds are said to go to the New York Philharmonics School Partnership Program. When the money is eventually delivered, [...]

I love it when enamel dials turn out this nice. Breguet offers up a new version of the several year old Reveil du Tsar alarm watch with this enamel dial that is available only in the boutiques. Expect more and more boutique specials in stores to attract customers in there instead of other dealers or the Internet. $36,400.Read my full [...]

Breguet here offers a music box style watch with a disc and pins, versus the only cylinder approach. What is neat about the Reveil Musical Watch is that you can have the music box play as an alarm. But dont for get to wind this baby up the 20-25 second long tune is a mainspring torque eater. 18k rose gold case with musical notes and staff place [...]

On the list of watches that I would brutally and without remorse murder for is the Breguet Transatlantique Type XX and possibly the Type XXI (in the right color scheme). Representing a less brutally expensive Breguet, the Type XX and XXI are wonderful sport watches with a beauty that is deserving of the Breguet name. For 2010 Breguet has [...]

Breguets famous Type XX watches are among the first high-end timepieces that I fell in love with back in college. I couldnt afford one then, and I still dont have one today, but the dream of owning one of the Breguet Type aviator style watches remains strong. They come in a few varieties, such as the Type XX, Type XXI, and the newer (and sort of sill [...]