Breguet Tradition 7047 Tourbillon Fusee

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Breguet’s emblematic “Tradition” collection is being enriched this year with an original model in 18kt rose gold. This “Grande Complication” timepiece featuring a tourbillon, fusee and chain transmission, and a Breguet balance spring in silicon, joins the existing models in yellow gold and platinum. Inspired by the legendarysouscription watches created by A.-L. Breguet, this objet d’art symbolizes both a return to roots and a resolutely forward-looking brand vision. It’s pure, modern aesthetic sets the stage for the tourbillon and the fusee and chain transmission located on the upper part of the mainplate. This sculptural piece highlights the contrast and relief effects, giving vibrant life to each component. These technical accomplishments symbolising Breguet’s horological excellence are duly protected by four patents.

In 2006, Breguet presented the first watches with silicon balance spring and escapement. The flat silicon balance springs, made using a raised terminal curve, also known as a “Breguet overcoil”, were recognised as an authentic feat by the watch industry. The rose gold re-edition of the “Tradition 7047PT” also features a silicon Breguet balance spring, as well as a new black galvanic-coated and engine-turned 18kt gold dial.

This highly technical new rose gold model is a source of legitimate pride for the Manufacture Breguet, which remains firmly in the vanguard of research and development. Not content with merely inventing, it also displays the ability of the House to combine technological innovation with aesthetic appeal.

Specifications:

The case, in 18kt rose gold, measures 41mm. It has double sapphire crystals and is water resistant to 30 meters.

The dial is black-coated, engine-turned 18kt gold, off-centered at 7 o’clock. Individually numbered and signed Breguet. Chapter ring with Roman numerals. 60-second tourbillon at 1 o’clock. Polished steel “moon” tip Breguet hands.

Movement is the Swiss manual-wind with tourbillon Breguet, in-house, caliber 569 with 43 jewels and a power reserve of 50 hours (indicator on the barrel drum). It features anthracite coating. Constant torque ensured throughout the running of the watch thanks to the fusee and chain transmission. Titanium upper bridge of the tourbillon carriage with Breguet type tourbillon bar. Straight-line Swiss lever escapement. Breguet titanium balance with four gold adjustment screws. Breguet silicon balance spring. It is adjusted to 6 positions.

It is also available with a gilt rose gold movement, the Reference 7047BR/R9/9Z.

[jwhite613]

Jerry... I'm not sure what I think of this one. I can't say if I like it or not. Are you adding it to your collection?

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Originally Posted by jwhite613

Jerry... I'm not sure what I think of this one. I can't say if I like it or not. Are you adding it to your collection?

Nope. Merely trying to share whats been showcased in this year'sBasel fair.

I am trying to get back what I sold off in the past - the IWC Portuguese Automatic 7 Days Pink Gold as well as the Audemar Piguet Royal Oak (again in Pink Gold).

If there's any immediate addition, would be the new Rolex Sky Dweller (leather belt with the Roman Numeral Dial).

Whats holding me back from getting all of them at one go is the need to change my 3 years old car. As the COE is sky high now (S$75k), I am holding back the change.

Looking back, its been 3 long years since I abandon this hobby. Well, "never say never again". How true!

[Masterlu]

Pink Gold is for ladies, Rose Gold for men...

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Originally Posted by Masterlu

Pink Gold is for ladies, Rose Gold for men...

Its all semantics - and its all up to the horologers to define their products.

Honestly, there's another term from Rolex - EVEROSE

To me, Platinum and White Gold sometimes looks better. Its all about the OVERALL design (from Dial to bracelet .. and maybe even at times, a bling or two might even help "highlight" the end product).

Akin to handles and feet!

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Had them and then sold them just because I was in a "mad" mood to get out of this hobby.

Now I missed them so much (and regretted my action), was walking around the used shops to see if there's any MINT ones to collect back.

I won't discount the idea of buying them back from Ad's.

Look at them and you might just understand why I am doing so. They are so very pretty!