Foreward during the 50s, the french air force drafted a list of specifications for a reliable and readable chronograph with a flyback function, the type xx. The type xx and type xxi chronographs dont seem to get quite as much attention as you would think theyd get, at least in the usa, where the world of pilots chronographs skews much more. A t baselworld 2016, breguet debuted a new line extension of their type xxi with the reference 3817stx23zu 2016 breguet type xxi 3817 that bears a vintagestyle dial with light tan coloring accents. The watch used in this video was provided by jb hudson jewelers of minneapolis, minnesota. Theres a serious amount of horological history to uncover regarding breguet and the type xx watches which i will look at in as close detail as possible.
Breguet unveils the blue version of its classique tourbillon extraplat automatique. Since the double engines could continue to run with one half shut down. Breguet type xxii 3880st high frequency chronograph watch. It is an automatic movement, and it features a power reserve of around 48 hours. Handson with a breguet resonance watch the world didnt know existed. Its a great breguet reference book, and id recommend it to anyone who is interested in the vintage pieces by breguet. A new edition of salomons breguet 17471823 book now. For those of a more purist persuasion, the 39mm type xx surely remains the pick, and is indeed a persuasive entry point to breguet. Ariel since youre such a big fan of the type xxs, is there any chance abtw could do a history of the. Rolex cosmograph daytona watch vs breguet chronograph type xxi watch. Abraham breguet also invented and produced the worlds first selfwinding watch in 1780, as well as. I never thought to have such an excitement with a type xxi but, by changing details like the indexes, the color of the dial or the style of the strap, breguet managed to. The history of the breguet type xx professional watches. Headquartered in labbaye, switzerland, breguet is one of the oldest surviving watchmaking brands and a pioneer of numerous watchmaking technologies such as the tourbillon, which was invented by abraham breguet in 1801.
A new edition of salomons breguet 17471823 book now for sale, benefitting the hodinkee fund. Breguet submitted a large allmetal sesquiplane with an unusual fuselage that ended abruptly, aft of the two open cockpits. Prices for breguet type xx xxi xxii watches prices. Breguet embarks on a new odyssey with race for water. Headquartered in labbaye, switzerland, breguet is one of the oldest surviving watchmaking brands and a pioneer of numerous watchmaking technologies such as the tourbillon, which was invented by abraham breguet. Breguet type xx, breguet type xxi, breguet transatlantique and many other brilliant breguet watch models. The history of breguets legendary type xx aviation. This article will discuss the history of the watch, starting with the vintage type 20. On chrono24 youll find prices for 260 breguet type xx xxi xxii watches and can then buy one of the luxury watches at a bargain price.
His book is the definitive illustrated story of the father of modern horlogery and his work, and a popular source of inspiration for the watchmakers of today. The breguet type xx aeronavale chronograph 3800st92sw9 is encased in 39mm of stainless steel surrounding a black dial on a stainless steel. I read a lot books, magazines and other blogs and that is probably the best advice i. The breguet watches features a unique charm that is reflected through their dials, fonts and of course through their many different hands.
Breguet type xxii 3880st high frequency chronograph watch handson sep 06, 2012 by ariel adams b etween the time i originally wrote about this breguet watch and when it was commercially released, the type xxii watch changed. Wristwatches have a rich history in aviation, and by the time world war ii started 1939, soldiers and aviators used wristwatches more than pocket watches to calculate everything from flight time to artillery distances to longitude to troop movements. Breguet type xxi transatlantique lets go back a bit. So for me the type xx, type xxi, and type xxii timepieces are very much a strong part of what breguet stands for, especially in semimodern times. Comparing the breguet type xx and type xxi chronographs. The type xxii 10 hz watch includes three silicon components. Breguet type xx aeronavale chronograph 3800st92sw9. The life and legacy of abrahamlouis breguet will be available in all breguet boutiques worldwide. Better than a daytona breguet type xxi 3817st youtube.
Salomons was dedicated to preserving the story and history of abrahamlouis breguet, spending his years collecting, cataloging, and researching breguet s life and work. Vintage breguet type xx watches handson ablogtowatch. Made originally for the french air force in the 1950s, the type 20 has. This was so novel that not all versions of this movement used this material. For more history on the type xx watch and breguet s role in it you can visit this welldetailed page from don indianos website here. In the face of such success and high demand, the house of breguet also produced a civilian version named type xx, which would go on to be enjoyed by several generations of private pilots and those who were simply fans of chronographs. Taking inspiration from the legendary souscription watches of breguet, the tradition timepieces suggest both a return to the brands origins and a vision of its future. Breguet is a luxury watch, clock and jewelry manufacturer founded by abrahamlouis breguet in paris, france in 1775. Make a statement when you wear one of these handsome breguet mens watches. The new sporty and sophisticated breguet type xxi flyback chronograph ref. German uboat type xxi schiffer militaryaviation history siegfried breyer on.
The art of breguet is the most complete document on the work of abrahamlouis breguet 17471823 by george daniels, himself a master watchmaker in the breguet tradition. Yesterday we showed you what could be one the most important collections of modern watches 20th century now in those of henry graves jr and his grandson pete fullerton, which will be available via sothebys this june. The breguet type xx has a huge historical background. Discover the history of breguet swiss luxury watches, its distinguished patrons, the numerous inventions and the breguet museums of paris, zurich and shanghai. Discover breguet s timepieces and see how the firm has made every effort to extend the scientific boundaries of time measurement in order to make mechanical movements ever more precise. The breguet type xx aeronavale is powered by calibre 582, in which it is based on a lemania 50.
German uboat type xxi schiffer militaryaviation history. This is my favorite line of watches from breguet at this time, and like sister brand blancpain at the swatch group, i continue to urge that these two brands market their great sport watches. That only adds to its charm in my book, and its pleasing finally to have it on show. Breguet unveils new timepieces in its classique and marine lines. Type xxi 3187 theres a serious amount of horological history to uncover regarding breguet and the type xx watches which i will look at in as close detail as possible. Shop authorized breguet watch retailer w manufacturer warranty and 5yr tourneau warranty. The hardcover catalogue counts among the definitive breguet reference books. The story of breguets type xx pilots chronograph qp magazine. It is worth noting that in the houses books, the military models are referred to as type 20 and the civilian models as type xx. At ermitage jewelers we appreciate a good piece of history such as a breguet type xx watch. The most important of breguets pilot chronographs was the type xx. We cover the modern reinterpretation of the breguet type xx aeronavale automatic chronograph ref. The history of breguets legendary type xx aviation chronograph.
The empennage was mounted on a boom behind the fuselage. Breguet 17471823 was published in 1921, and it still stands as one of the most detailed and important books on breguet. Straight out of the 1950s, the type xx xxi collection has some of the most wellknown breguet models. Construction was largely of steel tubing with nonstructural. Discover a large selection of breguet type xx xxi xxii watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches. Succumbing to rolex a year after emailing you and choosing between a million watches, i finally succumbed to rolex.
Second edition of the book breguet, watchmakers since. That ought to satisfy answering most questions that you have. The watch used in this video was provided by jb hudson jewelers of. Should you ever have a question about the authenticity of your vintage breguet type xx french air force timepiece, pay attention to the markings on the caseback. A radar scanner is housed in a retractable underfuselage radome, while a magnetic anomaly detector is housed in a tail boom. Excellent information can found in watch catalogs as watch manufacturers usually provide detailed information on a particular model or their entire line.
Since 1999, it has been a subsidiary of the swiss swatch group. Abrahamlouis breguet was an illustrious watchmaker responsible for a plethora of inventions, including the tourbillon, equation of time, the first wristwatch, the first reliable automatic watches perpetuelles, and the first gong spring for repeaters. Discover breguets timepieces and see how the firm has made every effort to extend the scientific boundaries of time measurement in order to make mechanical movements ever more precise. The watch snob advises a reader on breguet watches. While the tradition collection summarizes abrahams skill to create the most important complications in the history of watchmaking, one of the. The history of the breguet type xx professionalwatches. Breguet type xx xxi xxii all prices for breguet type. These qualities are particularly interesting in parts such as the escape wheel, pallet, and balance spring. This unique breguet type 20 chronograph can be yours by. The second edition of the book breguet, watchmakers since 1775. In 2006, breguet introduced the classique 5177, 5197, and 5837 models, the firstever watches featuring silicon parts. Breguet passed away in 1823, leaving the business in the hands of first, louisantoine breguet, and then louis francois clement breguet.
Breguet transatlantique type xxi flyback automatic mens. The german uboat type xxi was a revolutionary marvel at the time of its development, close to the end of world war ii. Im actually very pleased with this new introduction by breguet. Origins and details about the breguet type xx, ranging from the type 20 military. On top of the base movement the lemania, breguet included the flyback function onto it. Breguet produces three styles of the breguet type xx, inspired by vintage military aviation watches. Im sure when the time comes we can work together with breguet to uncover and report some of the lesser known details and i look forward to discovering the past in a new light. Wristwatches have a rich history in aviation, and by the time world war ii started 1939, soldiers and. Yes, the breguet type xxi 3817 is a cosmetic update to the existing. These breguet watches are often wider with larger faces for an eyecatching appearance. The type xx was introduced as a pilot watch equipped with a flyback chronograph. It is worth noting that in the houses books, the military models are referred to as type 20 and the civilian.
The tradition collection pays tribute to the history of breguet. Breguet watches all prices for breguet watches on chrono24. Tradition marine classique queen of naples type xxi. Breguet also currently makes the type xxi and type xxii chronographs, which in contrast to the retro styling of the type xx, has a contemporary design.
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