French tourbillon watch with grande et petite sonnerie Circa 2010

Gold hunting cased repeating watch by Breguet
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A French yellow gold hunting cased minute repeating pocket watch with grande and petite sonnerie, tourbillon, and regulator dial, circa 2010. This watch has a sapphire crystal display that showcases its beautifully crafted and detailed movement. It is made up of 525 individual parts and 43 jewels, and the keyless winding mechanism provides a power reserve of 56 hours when fully wound. The silvered dial exemplifies Breguet’s style, featuring an elegantly simple engine turned design with brushed chapter rings. The time is displayed in a regulator format: minutes are shown separately around the outermost track, while hours are displayed on a subsidiary dial with Roman numerals. The dial also offers a peek into the watch’s intricate mechanics. At 5 o’clock, there’s an aperture that reveals a one minute tourbillon carriage. Between 7 and 9 o’clock, windows showcase two polished hammers that chime the hours, quarter hours, and minutes on demand, using both grand and petite sonnerie striking.
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The hunting case also features Breguet’s signature style. Both the front and back covers are decorated with engine turning, and a coin edged band holds the hand setting, repeating slide, and sonnerie settings. The case, dial, and movement are signed. Accompanied by a Breguet Certificate of Origin, a presentation case, and an associated 18k yellow gold chain.
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Diameter: 58 mm
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Signed: Breguet
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The movement is running smoothly and operating consistently, having been serviced by Breguet in 2018. The case, also serviced by Breguet, is in excellent and highly appealing condition. The engine turning remains sharp, and the hallmarks and engravings are exceptionally crisp. Some minor surface wear is visible to the naked eye. The dial is in outstanding condition.
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Given the current popularity of wristwatches, it makes sense that brands are focusing on making and selling them. However, it is surprising to see a prestigious brand like Maison Breguet offer a complicated pocket watch, available only by special order and priced at one million dollars.
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Breguet has a rich history, and arguably, its most significant creations are pocket watches. The Classique 1907 pays homage to Abraham Louis Breguet, keeping the essence of the brand alive, and they succeed in doing so remarkably well.
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While a pocket watch may be less practical than a wristwatch, this is precisely what makes the Classique 1908 so remarkable. It showcases exceptional skill and artistry, and it is worn solely for the joy of it. This piece pays tribute to the brand’s rich history and offers collectors a chance to own a rare and intricate item that reflects Abraham Louis Breguet’s vision and remarkable achievements.