Breguet Tradition 7037 Reference Guide

northerner · 2023-01-04T17:23:53Z

Explore the exquisite movement finishing of the Breguet Tradition 7037 with macro photography and expert insights from WatchProSite collectors.

In this captivating post, northerner invites WatchProSite readers to explore the intricate finishing of the Breguet Tradition 7037. Through a series of stunning macro photographs, northerner reveals unexpected levels of craftsmanship, prompting a discussion on the movement's quality. This deep dive offers a unique perspective on a watch often admired for its open-worked dial but rarely examined with such microscopic detail.

When I pulled out my macro lens and took some close-ups I got surprised. And not in the usual way where the surprise is of the disappointing kind, on the contrary! I did not expect that level of finishing on this piece! Anglage by hand, black mirror polishing, beveled wheel spokes, hand-engraved logos and numbers for the seconds scale. Did I miss something? I would love to hear your opinions and thoughts on the topic of the quality of the movement.

Key Points from the Discussion

The Breguet Tradition line, particularly the 7037, showcases a level of finishing that some collectors consider superior to the 'Holy Trinity' brands, offering exceptional value in the pre-owned market.
The Breguet Tradition 7037's movement, with its hand-engraved bridges, represents a significant amount of labor and craftsmanship, even if the specific aesthetic isn't universally preferred.
The depth and matte finish of a movement can significantly impact its photographic appeal under macro conditions, as observed when comparing the Breguet Tradition 7037 to other calibers like the Chopard 1.96.
The yellow gold version of the Breguet Tradition 7037 is noted for its eye-catching and exuberant appearance, standing out even among other luxury timepieces.
The minute repeater version of the Tradition line is highlighted as having one of the most beautiful and 'maximalist' movements, truly a 'feast for the eyes'.

The Discussion

Spangles - Dr. Tabby

Jan 4, 2023

Wow, very nice pictures of a lovely classic.

Looking forward to trying out the loupe system I got for Christmas.

northerner

Jan 4, 2023

I've been eyeing those for a while!

Do let us know what you think

amanico

Jan 4, 2023

Spectacular close ups of this marvel. Thanks for sharing.

northerner

Jan 4, 2023

This movement turned out to be a macro star!

Tried taking a few shots of the Chopard 1.96 and results weren't anywhere near as spectacular. Must be the depth of the movement and the matt finish

Clueless_Collector

Jan 4, 2023

Oh my...such lovely photos and macros, amazing details....are you using a microscope for these photos?

Can you share your setup of camera, lens etc?

northerner

Jan 4, 2023

Yeah, it was really hard focusing through that tiny eyepiece

Jokes aside, I use the Oly E-M1 Mk2 and the Zuiko 60mm macro. A bounced flash as well.

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