Breguet Type XX "FG 54" Military Pilot Watch

amanico · 2016-10-02T03:13:29Z

Discover the rare Breguet Type XX "FG 54" military pilot's watch. See its minimalist dial, unique bezel, and historical case back engraving. A true vintage gem.

amanico's post showcases a rare and pristine Breguet Type XX "FG 54," highlighting its military heritage and distinctive aesthetic. The watch's minimalist dial and bezel, coupled with its historical case back engraving, offer a glimpse into its original purpose as a French army pilot's watch. This piece captures the essence of vintage military chronographs, making it a highly desirable target for collectors.

An early Breguet Type XX FG I saw a few months ago, in Paris. And a pretty nice one.

The dial is very pure with no wording at all.

As well as the insert of the bezel, with no other marking than the triangle at 12 o clock.

And the case back which tells the ( military ) story. This watch was in dotation for the pilots of the french army.

Last detail, a kind of delicious cherry, the pear shaped crown.

If I didn't have to fund a big target for the end of this year, I would have grabbed it, immediately.

Totally my kind of stuff.

Best,

Nicolas

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The Breguet Type XX "FG 54" is an early model characterized by a very pure dial with no wording and a bezel insert marked only by a triangle at 12 o'clock.
The case back of the "FG 54" model is engraved, indicating its military provenance as a watch issued to French army pilots.
A distinctive design detail of this particular Type XX is its pear-shaped crown, adding to its vintage charm.
Vintage Breguet Type XX watches are considered much harder to collect compared to vintage Rolexes, suggesting their rarity and desirability.

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hs111

Oct 2, 2016

.. Well, guess one learns also by the mistakes one makes ! So be assured, not only your kind of stuff, very intensely mine as well.. Best & thx for that share, brings back a lot, feeding my "Tantalus-types" of pain hs

RG1

Oct 3, 2016

No my friend, this one is for you We are good hehehe

RG1

Oct 6, 2016

Now I am moving at snail's pace

toiche

Apr 3, 2017

HI , this watch is really amazin. I am looking to buy a vintage breguet type20. Let me know if you have one for sale! tks Chris

maxbliss888

May 17, 2017

Only managed to find two vintage Breguet type XX.. Much harder to collect comparing to vintage Rolexes.

ztirual

May 17, 2017

Very nice condition too. Now, you know you can confide with me, the secret of your next, big end of year target is safe with me. You know that.. Let's start with an elementary question. Vintage or independant? ) Best Z' See you hopefully soon... (?)

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