Breguet Classique 5177BA/29/9V6 Enamel Dial

Opening Context
The Classique collection is where Breguet’s historical design language is expressed most directly: fluted casebands, straight lugs, blued hands and dials built around clarity rather than ornament for its own sake. Reference 5177BA/29/9V6 takes those familiar codes and gives them a particularly traditional character through a white Grand Feu enamel dial and yellow gold case.
At 38 mm, it remains firmly within the proportions of a classical dress watch, while the enamel dial gives the piece a visual purity that feels closely connected to Breguet’s historical pocket watches.

Why This Reference Matters
The 5177 is distinctive because it balances tradition with everyday practicality. The white Grand Feu enamel dial provides a clean, almost porcelain-like surface for the black Breguet Arabic numerals and blued-steel hands, while the date aperture at 3 o’clock adds useful functionality without disturbing the overall composition.
Grand Feu enamel is especially fitting here because it reinforces the historical character of the design while giving the dial a depth and permanence that printed or lacquered surfaces cannot quite replicate. The yellow gold case adds warmth, while the blue hands introduce the small but unmistakable contrast associated with Breguet.
Inside is the automatic Calibre 777 Q, offering approximately 55 hours of power reserve. It gives the watch the convenience of automatic winding without altering the traditional appearance above the dial.

On the Wrist
At 38 mm, the Classique 5177 wears with balanced, restrained proportions. It has enough presence to feel contemporary, yet remains compact enough to preserve the elegance expected from a traditional Breguet.
The yellow gold case gives the watch warmth without making it overly ornate, while the white enamel dial keeps the overall impression crisp and formal. On a dark brown leather strap with yellow gold pin buckle, the watch feels particularly coherent, with the strap softening the brightness of the case and allowing the dial to remain the visual focus.
It is a watch that feels more considered than conspicuous, with most of its character revealed through details rather than scale.

Condition & Transparency
This example is presented on a dark brown leather strap with an 18K yellow gold pin buckle. Specific information regarding case condition, polishing history, enamel dial condition, hand condition, crystal, strap originality, box and papers, and previous servicing has not been provided. These details should therefore not be assumed and should be confirmed as part of the individual watch assessment.

Why It Belongs in a Collection
The Classique 5177BA/29/9V6 suits a collector who appreciates Breguet for its design continuity rather than complication alone. The enamel dial, Arabic numerals and blued hands create a direct connection to the Maison’s historical vocabulary, while the automatic movement and date make the watch practical enough for regular wear.
Within a broader collection, it offers a useful counterpoint to sportier or more technically expressive pieces. There is no visual excess here; the appeal lies in proportion, dial craft and a design language that has remained recognisable for generations.

Closing
The Breguet Classique 5177BA/29/9V6 is a refined expression of the Maison’s traditional side. Its 38 mm yellow gold case, white Grand Feu enamel dial, blued-steel hands and automatic Calibre 777 Q come together with remarkable restraint. It is a watch whose appeal is quiet, historically grounded and unmistakably Breguet.

Specifications

• Case Size: 38 mm
  
• Material: 18K Yellow Gold
  
• Dial: White Grand Feu Enamel Dial with Black Breguet Arabic Numerals, Blued-Steel Breguet Hands and Date Aperture at 3 O’Clock
  
• Strap: Dark Brown Leather Strap with 18K Yellow Gold Pin Buckle
  
• Power Reserve: 55 Hours
  
• Movement: Automatic (Calibre 777 Q)

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