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Reine De Naples Steel 8967ST

Recently two pieces of the steel Reine De Naples Steel 8967ST arrived in Singapore.

Per the
White MoP. The hour markers in Breguet numerals. The "12" and "6" were relief-painted with silver outline, creating a 3D embossed image ...

The off-centred hour-oval-ring ...

Lovely iridescent effect, giving the dial interesting colours at varying angle and type of lighting ...

Blued Breguet "hollow moon" hands ...

Transitioning to my preferred bluish MoP Dial ...

Case size is 43.75 mm by 35.50mm.

Numeral relief painted with smoother white-outline ...

A look at the curvy cross section. The sapphire crystal also specially polished to follow the flow of the case. Crown is a "briolette-cut" diamond fitted to the fluted caseband.

Sapphire caseback. Water-resistance is rated to 30m.

Automatic Breguet Calibre 591C with 22K gold guilloche rotor and a power reserve of 38 hours pulsating at 4Hz.
Understand from the specifications, it is also adjusted in 6 positions!

A closer look at the escapement ... Breguet balance wheel with adjustable screws. Balance spring. lever and escape-wheel are in silicium.

Two closing points, this steely Reine De Naples in my opinion, may be better suited for slender wrists if the lug to lug distance could be reduced. The list price is interesting, and it could be the first Breguet for many ladies.

A question as usual, which dial is more appealing to you (or your the other half) ?

Kong

This message has been edited by Kong on 2011-03-09 21:39:33

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This watch bothered me a lot.

By: dr.kol : March 10th, 2011-01:04

I travelled out from my country to see it in metal and indeed, it is a beauty. Furthermore, I liked most the blue dial because of the contast of the dial and the metal. BUT: the watch is too BIG. I needed a watch for a slim feminine wrist and from the pas...

I look forward to the unveiling at IGOTT, Kari.

By: AndrewD : March 10th, 2011-14:03

You have good and thoughtful taste, so I am sure it will be something interesting. Andrew

Awaiting to see the surprise!

By: Kong : March 13th, 2011-21:27

Hi Kari The width is alright except for the lug to lug distance which may just move the watch away from some slim wrists (quite a number in Asia). Will be awaiting to see what you've purchased Kong

wow...nice

By: lien : March 10th, 2011-03:42

originally i didn't quite like the rather large size numerals, but these macro shots r simply breathtaking cheers, ed~

Seen it in steel?

By: Kong : March 13th, 2011-21:29

Hi Ed It is a nice piece with 'ingredient'. Have you seen in steel? If not check it out and surprise the Lady Kong

really like the pearl dial

By: lien : March 14th, 2011-14:10

hi kong, i havn't seen it in steel yet, but would certainly make visit to AD under radar first, haha cheers, Ed~

Expected arrival

By: LCDW : March 10th, 2011-07:22

Thank u for the pics n infos on the much awaited piece. Been waiting for the arrival of the real piece since seeing the prototype quite awhile ago. It is a beautiful piece which has all my preferences which summarize into : - first Reine de Naples for lad...

Alas your dream piece :-)

By: Kong : March 13th, 2011-21:32

Thanks for dropping by and placing your inputs. Congrats on the Blue MoP! Kong

Thank u , Kong

By: LCDW : March 14th, 2011-03:55

The blue MoP is a very versatile piece which accompanies me from day to nite ; from jeans n tees to dress , instantly! I like the gleaming look of the MoP under the light in different angle, too. The curved dial is clever in making that happens. The other...

Well said !

By: Kong : March 14th, 2011-04:48

You are summarised the essence of the piece. Glad to hear from the first Lady who purchased it in SG. Kong

It is always good

By: LCDW : March 14th, 2011-18:15

To share passion n enthusiasm with likeminded people around so it is my pleasure , Kong , and thanks ! There is joy n excitement in sharing ! (",) Linda

I had a great reaction to this watch when it was first announced...

By: dxboon : March 10th, 2011-07:25

...and it is one Breguet that continues to intrigue and entice. I like the almost trendy larger numerals and case. The movement's rotor looks luxurious and I appreciate the nod to technology. IMO the blue dial is the desirable model. I don't often find my...

Seriously...

By: Kong : March 13th, 2011-21:36

Hi Daos Check this piece out when arrives at your location. The one piece with a complete package. Kong

I - love - this watch

By: donizetti : March 10th, 2011-09:12

hope we will get it in Germany soon. The blue dial is the one for me - oops, I mean for my wife. Best Andreas

Ok, since you blurted :-)

By: Kong : March 13th, 2011-21:40

Hi Andreas If the lug is designed to be more masculine, it could be for the gentleman Hope you could see it soon. Thanks for viewing. Kong

I seriously considered this Queen of Naples ...

By: AndrewD : March 10th, 2011-13:53

Thanks Kong, very timely reporting. The steel Reine de Naples was seriously on my radar for my wife, who expressed an interest in a new watch ( possibly a Patek ) last year. While in Singapore I took the opportunity to have a closer look. The blue-dialled...

Postscript …

By: AndrewD : March 10th, 2011-14:01

Unfortunately my wife wasn’t with me on the Breguet Boutique visit, and the size concerned me sufficiently that I wanted her to try it on before committing. Fortunately the Chanel Boutique was conveniently close, so I did find something to bring back home...

Good move on the distraction =) [nt]

By: Jacky : March 13th, 2011-08:22

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Escaped with a 2.55 ?

By: Kong : March 13th, 2011-22:03

Hi Andrew Did not get a decent side by side, as the clients strolled in shortly after I shot the blue MoP. I prefer the blue MoP, as I like blue, but seriously, the blue MoP has better contrast and more interesting iridescence. Check this out again or pre...

Paid and waiting

By: icyremy : March 11th, 2011-09:06

My wife paid and waited for this watch nine months ago. She is still waiting for it to arrive inThailand.

These were the only two ...

By: AndrewD : March 13th, 2011-03:59

... in Singapore, so let's hope yours is close. Which dial did you choose? Please post some photos and wrist shots when it arrives. Andrew

Only ...

By: Kong : March 13th, 2011-21:43

Hi Icyremy Only two arrived here recently and the blue MoP was gone really early. Which dial did your wife order? Really nice piece! Please let us know when you receive it. Kong

Mop grey dial

By: icyremy : March 15th, 2011-09:15

Dear Kong, My wife paid and ordered the grey dial. She and I bought watches at the Basel Fair Bangkok, Swatch group called it this way. So far Breguet head man said he only delivered the blue dial to his authorize dealer, but he has not received the grey ...

Looking forward ...

By: Kong : March 16th, 2011-09:09

to your wife and you receiving the Grey MoP Steel Queen soon. Thanks Icyremy. Kong

Lovely....

By: Jacky : March 13th, 2011-08:20

I always think the Queen of Naples is the most elegant ladies watch...especially the first version with moonphase and power reserve... Prayers with Japan....

Indeed ...

By: Kong : March 13th, 2011-21:50

Hi Jacky This steel piece has stretched the "mileage" of the elegant Queen of Naples. Now it could be a day and night piece. Yes, prayers with Japan. Kong

Breguet Reine De Naples

By: ED209 : March 14th, 2011-19:08

Wonderful review Kong. I really like this watch and was a contender for my fiance as her first Breguet but I find the size too big (at least on specs). I'll have to drop by my local Breguet AD to see it in person but I wish it was smaller. I do love the d...

Howdy Ed !

By: LCDW : March 15th, 2011-02:01

Nice to read u here ! Your concern over the big size is understandable cos my wrist is rather bigger than usual lady's wrist hence the piece fits my wrist perfectly lug to lug. I guess I belong to the big boned species ! Lol Nevertheless , do give the " q...

Hi Linda! You wrist looks lovely and...

By: ED209 : March 15th, 2011-17:59

Hi Linda, Not big at all Hope you are doing well. Thanks for your thoughts and good advice about trying to see one in person. I'll have to take my fiance to join me at the watch store to try one on. She's very happy wearing her Chopard Happy Diamonds but ...

Very nice of u to think

By: LCDW : March 16th, 2011-01:14

Of getting a Breguet for your fiancé . She's blessed with a generous n loving man ! U r right also that the " queen " is not exactly " big ". I just did a special project for u n fiancé during lunch time. Boy oh boy, I need to skip dinner for th...

Hopefully Breguet is considering the same input/observation ...

By: Kong : March 16th, 2011-09:16

from a few of us here, about reducing the lug to lug dimension to suit smaller wrists. Have a look in steel with your fiance, Ed. Beware! Kong

Project Ed

By: LCDW : March 17th, 2011-01:31

The project is about to start @ No Menu Restaurant My precious "queen" and ever sinful Lardo (aka pure lard) So, Ed, as u can see the queen is kinda perching on the throne lug to lug. What do u think? The project moves on to Prawn Salad with Portofino Sau...

Soft kill

By: icyremy : March 17th, 2011-12:58

Linda, you are killing me and my wife softly with your Napel watch

How can I mend 2 broken hearts?

By: LCDW : March 17th, 2011-18:18

Dear sir somewhere out there , I sincerely believe one day u n wife will celebrate your love for the Reine de Naples u both have fallen for straight from the heart Wishin' n hopin' for u both, Linda

Excellent project LCDW!

By: DRMW : March 18th, 2011-01:34

Ed is gonna love this post! -MW

Hi , Ming !

By: LCDW : March 18th, 2011-09:02

Cool to hear from u ! Yeah, really hope he gets a good glimpse on the Reine de Naples on wrist How have u been? What's on your wrist lately? Cheers, Linda

Howdy!

By: DRMW : March 18th, 2011-11:19

Hello Linda, I'm doing great, hope you and the family are well. In Vegas right now and wearing my Gerald Genta! Have a great weekend! -MW

Cool, Ming!

By: LCDW : March 19th, 2011-05:44

All is good, thank u So u are in Vegas! Wow! Have fun weekend with your Gerald Genta Cheers, Linda

re: Cool

By: DRMW : March 19th, 2011-17:56

Weekend is going great so far, please say hello to CH for us! -MW

What a weekend u had in Vegas (",)

By: LCDW : March 20th, 2011-18:31

So there u were with your GG amidst March Madness! Seen a Panerai wrist so assumed it was Ed true enough! Ha ha Thank u and the best wishes for u and Ed from CH himself ! Hope we can have a nice adventure again in the future among the ticking machines and...

Project Ed is phenomenal!

By: ED209 : March 18th, 2011-01:58

Wow Linda! Thank you so much for such a wonderful post. The watches are beautiful, the photos excellent and the food delicious looking. Now I've really got to bring my fiance to the Breguet AD to check it out in person. And I agree with you, one of my mos...

And I shall rest

By: LCDW : March 18th, 2011-09:17

Assured, Ed, that in near future I will hear some good news from u about it Thank u for your kind words, Ed. It is my pleasure to do Project Ed and to share the passion I have for these 2 particulars pieces. I read the other thread where u shared your pas...

I love this post, Linda ...

By: AndrewD : March 20th, 2011-20:50

Thanks very much for sharing dinner with is. I love both your choices in Breguet. And I hope my wife loves the new Queen of Naples too. I suspect it is going to be too large for her, but I can only try. You made the best choice out of the two dial options...

Hi there Andrew

By: LCDW : March 20th, 2011-23:07

The love for this post is mutual. Thank u for your kind words. Thank u to Breguet for a beautiful watch it created. Thank u to Kong for the initial post . I'm mostly contented with what I have n each timepiece acquired has its own story. The La Tradition ...

don't let my wife see it :)

By: ivanclai : March 24th, 2011-22:45

Hi Linda Thanks for the great info and wonderful in depth review. Your taste and preference are exactly like my wife: simple lines, no frills, no diamonds, curves over straight lines and this Rene De Naples is the perfect case for modern ladies. Breguet h...

Hi Ivan

By: LCDW : March 25th, 2011-09:21

Thank u for your kind words. I am just happy to share my excitement about this special Queen of Naples. It is my sincere pleasure to know that a lady out there has similar taste n preference in choosing a time piece I feel liberated! Cos among my close gi...

Thank you!

By: ik-sok-amoul : March 13th, 2013-02:45

This watch is just a dream! Combination of beautiful design and wonderful movement. Best,

Most welcome

By: LCDW : March 17th, 2013-05:40

Hi, It is nice to know someone likes the watch after 2 years of posting it. Nice surprise and indeed the watch remains as my dream-came-true piece. Cheers, Linda