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Gerard's choice of the Breguet Tradition 7097 for a Sunday wear highlights a timepiece celebrated for its distinctive design and horological elegance. His appreciation for its aesthetic and mechanical presentation resonates with collectors who value both form and function. This post serves as a reminder of the enduring appeal of Breguet's Tradition collection.
The Breguet Tradition 7097 stands out within the Tradition collection for its retrograde seconds display, a distinctive feature that emphasizes the brand's historical design principles while offering a contemporary aesthetic. This reference showcases a significant portion of its movement on the dial side, a hallmark of the Tradition series, allowing for direct appreciation of the mechanical architecture. It represents a modern interpretation of Breguet's souscription and tact watches, bringing internal mechanisms to the forefront of the design.
The watch features a round case, typically crafted from precious metals, housing a meticulously finished manual-winding movement. The open-worked dial reveals bridges, gears, and the pare-chute shock protection system, a Breguet invention. The retrograde seconds hand sweeps across an arc at the 10 o'clock position, complementing the off-centered time display. A sapphire crystal protects the intricate dial, ensuring clarity and durability.
This reference appeals to collectors who value mechanical transparency and historical horological references. Its design, which highlights the movement's construction, positions it as a technical and artistic statement within Breguet's offerings. The Tradition 7097 is available in various metal configurations, each maintaining the core design principles of the retrograde seconds display and visible movement components.
When you are having a lazy Sunday. Enjoy.
How do you feel about the retrograde seconds versus the normal one?
The main difference is the size difference ...and this is of course highly subjective.
...but when I got a 7047 I thought there was no point in having both. But man, I still kinda want a 7097. They're so elegant and fun to look at!
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