My Next Watch Purchase. (2021) | Breguet

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Christian's collection is elusive, only a select few know the full extent of it...maybe he'll do a full on video about it soon? In the meantime though let's give a warm welcome to one of the soon to be newest members, the Breguet Tradition 7097! An incredible watch made by an incredible brand with a ton of history behind it. Breguet somehow manages to keep their original brand identity more than one hundred years later with an extremely modern watch, an incredible feat that only a brand like Breguet can achieve!
Christian talks about why he chose this particular watch, and then goes on to talk about what he looks for when he is adding a piece to the "Permanent Collection". In doing so he goes over some watch buying mistakes people may make and explains what finally drew him to this watch!
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Christian's next watch is the Breguet Tradition 7097, a beautiful haute horology piece with a ton of character and an avante-garde elegance that's impossible to compare.
At 40mm in diameter, and being white gold in construction, it's a hefty timepiece, but it isn't quite as bulky as you might expect. This is in large part due to the massive domed sapphire crystal, which contributes some to the still modest 12mm height of the piece. It's powered by the automatic Caliber 505 SR1, an in-house Breguet movement featuring a number of the brand's own pioneering technologies, including automatic winding and the Pare-chute shock absorption system.
So what is it about this watch that draws Christian in? Well, for starters, its the brand's history. Breguet is not one of the first brands one thinks of when considering true luxury watchmaking, but they're singlehandedly responsible for everything from automatic winding to the tourbillon. Their history in this industry is, frankly, unmatched. Then there's the design. It's classy and classic, all without losing that edge of being something really special with both the retrograde seconds function and the partly skeletonized movement. All total, the 7097 is one hell of a watch, with a design and appeal unlike any other.

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@markdance574 3 года назад

Finally a piece on a brand that should be getting far more credit and time that it currently does . I’d have a Breguet over a Rolex any day

@James-zy4nc 3 года назад

I don’t know.. I think they get what they deserve. Yes, they make some technically impressive watches, but their designs are mostly stale, outdated or just plain unpopular. Most watch enthusiasts don’t want Roman numerals, they just don’t.

@SC-km5vc 3 года назад

If you can risk losing a fortune, sure. Rolex makes robust watches for everyday wear and the majority of their catalogue maintain or increase in value. This piece retails for $33 500 US and can be purchased secondhand for $24k US.

@markdance574 3 года назад

@@SC-km5vc what is the fascination with retaining value on a watch - if people applied this same thinking to other items ( Apple Watch or phone , laptop , tv , appliances or even most new cars on sale today ) - you’d never buy it . Most Rolex fan clubs are like “ hun my watch has gained afew grand - why did you buy something you actually liked over something that makes £ retention sense ? but my car on the other hand is on a lease deal so Iv written off 15k over 3 years “ - I only buy the items I like for me , based on my likes / dislikes and to keep . Then retaining value isn’t in the equation. But other people are more than welcome to their own opinions and decisions I’m not making that . Breguet for me as a brand , the guy himself and his son are what intrigues me about the watches and that technical aspect of it for me out weighs a good but more subdued Rolex

@jackdaniels2586 3 года назад

guys, theyre both beautiful watchmakers, different but both wonderful . if you like a watch then thats cool, if you dont like a watch thats fine. no need to always fight over which brand is "better"

@James-zy4nc 3 года назад

@@markdance574 because one of the main appeals of watches for many people are that they aren’t disposable like those other things you mentioned (Apple products). I’m ok with spending 5k on a watch because it will either last my entire life or I can sell it and make most of my money back.

@nkchan823 3 года назад

I have the absolute privilege to work with Breguet few years back and my god I miss their watches. This 7097bb is definitely a great watch to own. Kudos to Christian!

@boatdetective 3 года назад

Christian leads with a technical detail. BRAVO! Your discussions have become more and more informed and technically driven. Kudos. Oh, and your taste with the piece is impeccable. This is not simply a skeletonized anything. There is one heaping load of legit on this piece.

@diho7231 3 года назад

The dial layout is not just a skeleton watch. It is a reference to the movements in the 'montre à tact' watches at around 1800. If you open up those old pocket watches, the movement inside had the exact same shape and dial as this watch. The 'montre à tact' was a special pocket watch that could let you know the time in the dark (without lighting a candle to see) by turning an arrow on the outside. Breguet's history is just magic! He was more than a watchmaker. He was more like a Leonardo Da Vinci of his times, with countless inventions.

@DarthJabba504 3 года назад

Mentioning the jumping seconds and then cutting away right before it did...drove me crazy! Why not show it???

@englandsammo3904 Год назад

I had a chance to handle a few Breguets is person two weeks ago and they are spectacular, for me I often wear formal entire for my job and I have to say I can see myself adding a Breguet to the collection one day.

@ryanduarte8742 3 года назад

Recently got into collecting watches. This channel has definitely helped educate me on how to appreciate fine craftsmanship. I will def be adding this watch to my collection

@KEVlNCHOl 3 года назад

That retrograde seconds hand makes this watch perfect.

@telegraphkid 3 года назад

Breguet was founded in Paris not in Switzerland (9:09 mins in). Irrespective nice piece and great brand albeit my personal favourite remains JLC.

@frederickcrossley8526 3 года назад

Great video Christian! More reserved and very professional, but without sacrificing your personality. A perfect choice for your style.

@JamesIdentity Год назад

Movement is likely brass with anthracite coating tbh.

@JusBThankful 3 года назад

First $15-20k watch that made me justify planning out a future purchase. Seen it on Swiss Watch Gang and was sold. Just need the east ratio easy part now : money. Lol

@AllecZB 3 года назад

I understand your choice to 100% amazing watch.

@Sally-uu3yt 3 года назад

Great explanation!

@michaelyoung5707 3 года назад

Was it on sale? Did you get an employee discount? It looks too big on your wrist.

@flaviofelix99 3 года назад

I feel like the watch itself isn't too big for him, but those lugs really are pushing it...

@riocc 3 года назад

I love the design and the engineering of that watch... and also that Penis Tip shaped rotor is an interesting shape. :D

@FullJikama 5 месяцев назад

The Bexei 9075 have the same exact or almost the same design as the breguet for just 1k, thanks me later.

@rv6205 3 года назад

Im sorry but the Rolex day date president is still my grail watch .....

@leyay7540 3 года назад

This is open-dial rather than skeleton design; I believe the movement is just anthracite-plated, not made by anthracite.

@sullivanbacerdo3244 3 года назад

the bridges are brass. and the coating isnt even anthracite (if he thought about it at all, hed realize that would mean the bridges were made from COAL), anthracite is just describing the color. its probably something similar to rhodium coating, chemically

@inkhaurt5812 3 года назад

Ruthenium is the black one and Rhodium is the silver one.

@700steezy5 3 года назад

Beautiful piece ❤️

@jukesr 3 года назад

Its an inverted open dial to be precise

@steveherceg6646 2 года назад

probably just brass plated with ruthenium. I don't think this clown knows anything about watches.

@LetsRVtv 3 года назад

This watch is magnificent. FINALLY at the 6 min mark we could see the seconds hand reset. LOL! Enjoy.

@BareSphereMass 3 года назад

I'm 1/3rd of the way through, and he keeps cutting before the seconds hand jumps (I assume it jumps), and that is pissing me off! EDIT: Jumps at 5:57 and 9:04

@CoxaBranca 3 года назад

They're the same shot. During editing, must have realized that only one shot caught the jump.

@skirchmar 3 года назад

😆

@nickster13 3 года назад

Also at 1:20

@davidjohns4745 3 года назад

Same here, I almost gave up before it jumped. I didn't hear a word he said until then !

@jiheemvohor9720 3 года назад

I know RIGHT

@Cincy3 3 года назад

I've owned a couple of Breguet's with sub dials. I found them easy to read and very elegant. The deal killer for me and the reason I sold them was the lugs. They stick straight out and I couldn't get a good fit with them on my wrist. If they had curved down much more dramatically I'd still own them. The technology, the design, the finishing are all exemplary.

@official_dplanet 3 года назад

I absolutely love the Traditions but those lugs kill me - everything is so elegant and perfect apart from them. I just can't see that fitting on my wrist nicely.

@corgi_leonberger7233 Год назад

Breguet is the brand you get once you've exhausted the usual suspects.

@Nintendoboy888 3 года назад

Me trying to explain to my wife and kids why I bought my Grand seiko 0:40

@kieran7018 3 года назад

Hahahaha 'I'd like to walk you guys through my thought process'

@afaleh 3 года назад

Thats genuinly funny! Haha

@xiangyuzhong3225 3 года назад

Love Breguet Traditions, they are all very beautiful. I remember the first time I read about 7077’s independent chronograph train, it’s so fascinating. 7097 is a great piece also. Congrats!

@garykirscher9456 10 месяцев назад

I absolutely love this piece and it’s been on my short list for some time. Trouble is that although I don’t buy watches as an investment I also don’t buy watches to immediately loose money on new buys. Unfortunately this watch is almost $35,000 new and on the secondary market as low as $19,000.

@MitsuhaRiversong 3 года назад

9:08 Breguet founded in Switzerland? euhm. correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't it founded in Paris, France 1775?

@diho7231 3 года назад

I read the Breguet book a few years ago and if remember things right, Breguet was born in Switzerland but moved to Paris after he allready was a watch maker. And he went back to Switzerland quite often. He stayed in Switzerland during the French Revolution.

@MoreUngaMoreBunga 3 года назад

Breguet was founded in Paris but Abraham-Louis Breguet was Swiss.

@Michaeladechatillon 3 года назад

Actually, Neuchâtel. Which was a part of Prussia during that epoch, I believe

@MoreUngaMoreBunga 3 года назад

@@Michaeladechatillon Yes it was Prussian until 1848 but the area was relatively Swiss in nature (much like Alsace-Lorraine during the Belle Époque).

@Michaeladechatillon 3 года назад

@@MoreUngaMoreBunga you are correct! Merci

@SwissWatchGang 3 года назад

This is an absolute masterpiece, well done! :)

@slapdog1646 3 года назад

Ayyy my man

@mahdi9207 3 года назад

What a watch... See, being here in Paris, you made me want to have a look at it at the Vendome store... Cheers and again thanks for sharing mate.

@jmbaug1229 2 года назад

Thank you for talking about Breguet . I'm tired of Rolex. Thank you I really appreciate your content , enthusiasm and knowledge. 🤍 from London. J.

@janelavie4115 Год назад

It’s not a skeletonized watch. It’s actually almost a full copy of an old Brequet pocket watch from 1800’s whenit comes to it’s layout. The pocket watch had a closed case and only the small dial was visible through a glass in the case.

@Jonathan-dy7gq 3 года назад

Well I'm surprised Christian... to me that is not an elegant case and the lugs are meh. The watch face is stunning and spoiled by being so small. Cheers from England

@diho7231 3 года назад

The Breguet lugs and the coin edged case have been the same for the last 250 years... It's called tradition for something... ;-)

@thatsbod1041 3 года назад

I love my Breguet Marine - ok so it's not at the level of this watch (which I covert) but the devil is in the detail. Get into the guilloche on the dial, the cold rolled coin edge to the case & the finishing on the movement. Just lovely! The Breguet you featured is the one I'd go for though I'd prefer it in rose gold.

@maximl8820 3 года назад

I second that! Absolutely love my Marine

@PrimedProductions 2 года назад

Covet

@tendrams 3 года назад

This particular model is actually quite a decent value on the pre-loved market. Even including B&P I have seen them under $17K. That's below grey market Rolex GMT or Sub or even OP money anymore and you get a much more interesting watch! Great buy!

@patrickmurphy8222 3 года назад

Too gimmicky looking. It's like driving a car with the hood off.

@TheSuaveEntrepreneur Год назад

Gimmicky? Not sure how. It’s an exposed movement modeled after the same pocketwatch of the 1800’s. Definitely serves its purpose.

@boatdetective 3 года назад

BTW- you can't machine coal. I'd be willing to bet that "anthracite" is merely a name they came up with for the gray finish. The plates are most likely plated brass like everyone else.

@Sur-Ron 2 года назад

If I could only buy one watch, any watch, it would be a Breguet Tradition!!!

@Tnartn 3 года назад

I firmly believe that Breguet has achieved something quite rare - staying close to its roots, while also innovating and pushing the boundaries of watchmaking (e.g., ranging from utilizing unconventional materials like anthracite-finishing to adopting rare design elements like the retrograde seconds hand). They also execute it in arguably the most classical, sophisticated and timeless manner. The feeling when someone asks: "Is that a Breguet?" is exhilerating b/c you know that they are definitely in the know. One last characteristic about Breguet that I absolutely love is that its impossible speak about the history of horology without mentioning the brand (a quick nod to Abraham Louis Breguet's crowning invention - the tourbillon). In short - congrats Christian, its well-deserved and I hope it stays a part of your permanent watch collection.

@olivierorban787 Год назад

Hello This watch is the pinnacle of a dress watch.

@Marc-nc9yv 4 дня назад

I have been looking at this exact watch vs a Vacheron fiftysix day date. Thoughts? Also, this is all emotional, there is no logic in spending $20k + on a device to tell time that an Omega would do just fine. But its the emotion that we love

@weezkidtube 3 года назад

Thanks for the video, been looking at Breguet and Blancpain on top of my JLC, brands that are only appreciated by those who enjoy the finer details of movement designs and genuine complications as opposed to marketing.

@dBsdecibels 2 года назад

This is one of my attainable grail watches. Particularly the retrograde version. One of the most beautiful watches in existence, and at an attainable (if a stretch) price. I want one earnestly, lol.

@almeladze 3 года назад

He says he is a fan of things that were cool a hundred years ago (at 7:40) but all he does is rolex LMAO But I am certainly glad to see him starting to grow up as a watch guy and move into the real watch enthusiast league

@yacovmitchenko1490 5 месяцев назад

Stunning piece. Just wish that the seconds feature were presented separately from the main dial. Some people might think Breguet was bold to design it this way, but I find the feature distracting. As pedestrian as it sounds, I prefer perfect legibility. Had the seconds arc, say, been directly below the 6 o'clock position, that would have looked better. But perhaps a seconds hand on the main dial would have been best: that way the 2 wheels directly below the dial would have remained fully exposed.

@kl-ly2xh 2 года назад

do you think the watch is too large ?

@happios 6 месяцев назад

I have a nautilus 5712, Daytona ghost , ap royal oak, Rolex GMT , Rado true square skeleton and the breguet tradition. My favorite watch by far is the breguet tradition. I get the most compliments on the breguet even more than the natilus.

@likeris2 3 года назад

I love Breguet!

@spencerhansen5404 3 года назад

Breguet is one of my favorites. It’s good to see our watch journeys cross paths, because I’m all about breguet right now.

@rogerchi-huanchuang3221 Год назад

Pretty much like your channel and thank you for sharing such great informations! I would like to know if compared to 7067BB (GMT version), which one would you recommend?

@dennispowell3066 2 года назад

Did you buy the Breguet 7097?

@threehander 3 года назад

I thought I was the only one with my eyes on this one!

@DroppedGoat69 Год назад

Fan of the Chanel, I frequent London all the time, just got my 126718GRNR from them would you like to review it and have some coffee at London one day ?

@joewolfe2209 3 года назад

You're sitting in a dealership fawning over a watch that someday you would like to buy if you had the money that's 99% of us that's ok just do your self a favor and sit up straight with your chest out not slumped over like a wimp.

@stefanlempen4346 2 года назад

Retrograde Second. You get off every time it jumps back. It's even "reasonably" priced...

@arentjanlinde6159 3 года назад

Oeff, still looking for my jaw

@stevenuk 3 года назад

Can someone tell me where is Anna? have I missed something?

@notyourdaddy8300 2 года назад

Am I the only one who thinks it would be nicer with more ornate, smaller, and slightly curved lugs?

@enricop 3 года назад

Perfect choice for a modern vintage guy like you!

@Dan-lq6dg 3 года назад

I have wanted to buy another watch, but the idea of taking off my current watch HURTS.

@henrycollins2478 3 года назад

You have two wrists right?

@Questionnaireapologetics Год назад

Beautiful watch!

@JD-fn7qf 7 месяцев назад

Beautiful watch no doubt and I do love their chronographs as well.

@fezario Год назад

The color scheme reminds me of the Patek 6119G, seems to be a trend, one that I like a lot

@supremegalacticcommander2783 3 года назад

Glad you picked up the automatic version, which I believe is less common, and one of the coolest rotors out there. I agree with most of what you said, although there are other Breguet's that I like more in that price range, but wow is that a cool piece. I would have trouble paying attention in a meeting wearing that, too much to look at and take in. I had a Breguet Type XX Transatlantique and, beyond the the fact that it was a fantastic watch, I kind of liked the fact that it was a "Breguet". Wear that in good health!

@user-wi9nn6dz8w Год назад

This movement would also look very good in the new Breguet Marine case.

@DrFernandoHidalgo 3 года назад

Is Ana still part of T&H?

@cuh720 3 года назад

I heard she got fired

@mateuszmrowiec4265 3 года назад

Not something that i would buy, but I really admire your taste and decision! Congratulations enjoy!

@davidson-mielellc980 3 года назад

It's so refreshing to hear you speak about the history and passion instead of the hype. This is the only reason to collect anything, and why I collect 18th century French decorative art and Russian enamel. Great channel.

@SnazzyZubloids Год назад

I bought it because I can afford it. Caesars palace is awesome.

@MTbone7 3 года назад

Very nice, I'm sure you got a huge discount, that's a must with Breguet, or wait and buy it pre owned

@花旗陳冠希 3 года назад

Why is that a must? People buy things with bad resale value all the time from boutiques. If resale is the #1 priority to you you’re in the wrong hobby.

@MTbone7 3 года назад

@@花旗陳冠希 hahahahaha

@luvwatchesusa8333 3 года назад

Where is Ana?

@ijustwanttogofast2762 3 года назад

Great watch and entirely different from anything you have in your current collection which is interesting

@StewartRoomLawyer 7 месяцев назад

You absolutely nailed it - the human genius of the watch.

@preventdelozacelje5405 3 года назад

Maybe I am strange but I bought a Breguet 5277 over PP Calatrava last summer. Top!

@diho7231 3 года назад

I'm the same. I would rather own 3 Breguets then the holy trinity.

@brunopcan 3 года назад

What a beautiful video, despite the minor technical imprecisions I could really feel your passion towards that piece! And it’s awesome to see the watch community grow from the usual mainstream watches to more unique and interesting pieces! Well done

@damianc80 2 года назад

i like this but i prefer Armin Strom mirrored force resonance

@larolarore9673 3 года назад

The greatest watch of n the world I have a be but the previous model

@FlashbackArrest 2 года назад

Did he tell us size, thickness and lug to lug?

@kevinvanderveen8178 3 года назад

Congratulations. That's a beautiful timepiece.

@risshenraj1055 3 года назад

I’ve wanted this watch for the longest time Great historic timepiece.

@robboyer6448 3 года назад

Beautiful piece, congratulations Christian!

@trevorjamesbradley3010 3 года назад

Wear it in good health

@ScottTheHatMan 5 месяцев назад

Absolutely stunning watch.

@justafan-xo8kd 10 месяцев назад

Breguet becomes a love affair. Every time I wear either my yellow gold Heritage 5460BA or my rose gold Classique 5177BR, I find myself always appreciating the beauty and horological significance of the heritage of the Brand. Unlike when I wear one of my Rolex, no one really has no idea what I am wearing and I enjoy the anonymity. Breguet is the best value of the high-end watch grouping and this 7097BB is stunning!

@jhcowatchinglifestyle 3 года назад

Congrats on the new watch! Truly stunning!

@davidmartin2957 3 года назад

Yep 1. Do I have the disposable income (Yes). 2. Do I want it (YES) 3. Will it add to the value of my collection (Yes) simple bought it.

@vannebago Год назад

My dream watch is the Breguet 5317/BA/12/9V6. I notice that there seems to be a secondary market for Breguet watches. Is it safe to buy on the secondary market for a used watch (and the resultant cost savings or is one better off to bite the bullet and buy direct from Breguet at full price ? I'd appreciate hearing any thoughts and/or opinions on this.

@albertr8008 2 года назад

Good review except this company was not founded in Switzerland! Breguet was founded in Paris by a French protestant born in Neuchâtel, then not a Swiss but a Prussian city. Breguet’s production facilities have only been fully based in Switzerland since 1976.

@frankieeisenberg6506 3 года назад

Mazel tov! What an amazing piece!

@chauberthecat7469 3 года назад

Crafty!

@LlyleHunter 3 года назад

Yes the Breguet family are lancemen

@walterking5453 7 месяцев назад

Would like to see more from Bragi

@Sovnarkom Год назад

Is this the one Bruce Wayne wore?

@dieterhess4280 5 месяцев назад

One of the best Watch ever!❤😊

@zippo-john Год назад

Owned (and regrettably sold my Breguet big date) and have deferred purchasing the Daytona to purchase this watch. The fact there are hardly any available used shows the type of person that purchases these (I.e not the flipper!)

@microbakery9085 3 года назад

And I want to negotiate your spam away

@zoomvidsjc1 3 года назад

So did he buy it or not? At one point I thought he said he bought it then he said at the end he has no doubt it will be his next purchase. I have no doubt this guy is going to be extremely successful but now that his business is "creating stories to sell" I just don't know if you can take anything he says seriously anymore. Now I like stories but I don't like being manipulated. Christian seems like a guy that is really proud of his own ability to manipulate. That's not meant to be a negative. Why wouldn't you be if you're good at it. I still admire the guy though and he makes some interesting videos.

@tockingwatches2377 3 года назад

Beautiful piece. Congratulations! I’m looking at this reference but in rose gold. Is there any concern of more frequent servicing due to the retrograde seconds? I’m also considering the retrograde date reference.

@Ayztv 3 года назад

wowza - what a beauty

@pwally2714 Год назад

Christian, did you get this?

@stephens2r338 3 года назад

Balance looks so easy but is really hard to pull off. Most cheat and just go plain and simple. This is very complex with lots of drama but everything is exactly where it needs to be with no part shouting look at me. Not even the balance wheel. These types of watches are rare. One other that pulls this off is the Patek 5035.. lots going on, crammed into a small area however still managing to have space to breathe and not drawing your eye to any one thing.

@srmontgome1 3 года назад

Christian...what are your thoughts on mixing metals. You traditionally wear vintage yellow gold with your gold bracelet. Now adding white gold with your yellow gold bracelet. I have inherited my father's yellow gold signet ring but have white gold wedding band and watch.

@JustinDossiea 3 года назад

I have the retrograde date version of this watch. I didn't know that the movement is made of anthracite. Very good and happy to know that(Thank you). These watches really are special and, in my opinion, important. With all of the hype around independents, currently, what many don't talk about is the unreliability, long repairs, and the uncertainty that there will be someone to repair the watch in future. With that being said , this watch feels as special as an independent, but has technology(silicon, parachute shock, free sprung and more) , rock solid quality, fantastic customer service and history. If people were smart enough to replace their lux sports watches with casioaks and buy what is real honest watchmaking, I wouldn't have gotten my new Breguet Tradition bi-retrograde date 30 percent off. Cheers and I hope you enjoy it!