Condition
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Year
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Box
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Papers
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| Like New (9/10) |
2010 |
Yes |
Yes |
Opening Context
Breguet’s Tradition collection revives the brand’s 18th-century souscription pocket watch design, placing the mechanical movement on full display rather than hiding it behind a solid dial. The 7037BB is a core model in this line, translating antique open-worked / open-dial architecture watchmaking into a modern wristwatch format.
Why This Reference Matters
This reference adds a retrograde seconds complication to the signature open-work dial layout, with the rotor positioned front-side to mirror vintage pocket watch architecture. Calibre 505SR carries full hand anglage and perlage finishing, and its single subdial delivers cleaner proportions than busier complicated Tradition variants.
On the Wrist
The 38mm white gold case sits slim and balanced on the wrist, lightweight enough for daily wear without the bulk of larger skeleton watches. The supple black leather strap softens the cool metal, with blued screws and hands offering subtle visual detail that remains understated with formal or casual attire.
Condition & Transparency
This example features polished white gold case with intact coin-edge fluting, fully open-worked front dial, black leather strap with beige lining and matching white gold pin buckle, plus exhibition case back showing finished Calibre 505SR. As always, particular attention should be given to case condition, dial preservation, movement performance, strap condition, and overall set completeness—communicated strictly on verified information.
Why It Belongs in a Collection
It suits collectors focused on heritage hand-finished dress watches, filling a unique spot for wearable open-worked horology that references Breguet’s founding designs, without leaning into flashy ornament or heavy sport proportions.
Closing
The 7037BB condenses Breguet’s historic open-dial craft into a restrained daily watch, offering quiet appreciation of fine mechanical finishing with every glance at the wrist.
Specifications
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Case Size: 38 mm
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Case Material: 18K White Gold
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Dial: Open-worked Anthracite/Rhodium Dial with Engine-Turned Silver Gold Subdial at 12 O'clock, Retrograde Seconds at 10 O'clock
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Strap: Black leather Strap with 18K White Gold Pin Buckle
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Power Reserve: 50 Hours
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Movement: Automatic Calibre 505SR
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