BASELWORLD 2018: Breguet Classique Extra-Plate 5157 in Rose Gold
The models composing the Classique collection are pieces of timeless aesthetic that symbolise the ultimate Breguet style. The new rose gold Classique Extra-Plate 5157 is a symbol of class and a timeless addition to the collection.
Its self-winding movement with silicon balance spring is housed in a 5.45mm case with delicate fluting on the caseband, reflecting motifs from timepieces of A.-L. Breguet’s era. Its silvered gold engine-turned dial bears the traditional “Clous de Paris” hobnail style. Engine-turning is an engraving technique favoured by master watchmakers from the 16th century onwards. Initially used to enhance watch cases, it was soon adopted by A.-L. Breguet for dials. Transformed into authentic works of art, the latter testify to patience and impressive technical knowledge. They are hand-crafted according to ancestral methods, and the finesse of the resulting details still stems from jealously guarded production secrets. Engine-turning is done as it was in yesteryear on a rose engine (for circular decoration) or a “straight-line” engine (for linear motifs), and is undoubtedly still a distinctive hallmark of a Breguet timepiece.
Breguet Classique 5157 in 18k rose gold with a silvered gold dial and an alligator leather strap – 5157BR/11/9V6
On this Classique Extra-Plate watch in rose gold, the time is shown by the traditional Breguet open-tipped hands in blued steel designed by Breguet in 1783. Their elegance soon won over watchmakers, to the point where the term “Breguet hands” is now even part of standard industry vocabulary. Another characteristic attribute is Breguet’s secret signature, engraved on either side of the 12 o’clock numeral. A.-L. Breguet introduced it when he realised that his creations were being counterfeited. This signature today remains a true token of authenticity.
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