Breguet Type XX: Vintage Pilot Chronograph Review

amanico · 2022-09-03T16:40:58Z

Explore the vintage Breguet Type XX from the 1970s Chaumet era. Discover its history, military connections, and collector appeal in this WatchProSite article.

Amanico's personal account of discovering a vintage Breguet Type XX with a friend offers a unique glimpse into the emotional connection collectors form with their timepieces. His story highlights the joy of the hunt and the camaraderie shared among enthusiasts, making a 1970s Chaumet-era Type XX not just a watch, but a vessel of cherished memories. This article delves into the historical context and community appreciation surrounding this iconic reference.

From the 70's and the Chaumet years.

I remember when my friend and myself found it in a watch shop, in Paris, some 13 / 14 years ago?

And his eyes when he saw that the watch also came with its box!

To be honest, I considered getting it for me, but when I saw how much he liked it, I let him deal with the seller.

Still, I love this watch.

Good memories!

Best,

Nicolas

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The Chaumet acquisition of Breguet found the brand in a state of decline, with the Type XX being one of the few models initially sold during its revival from 1974-1976. Production of the Type XX was halted with the introduction of perpetual calendars in 1976, as Breguet was repositioned as a high-horology luxury brand, making the 'relatively cheap' Type XX incongruous with the new strategy.
Chaumet-era Type XX watches were primarily sourced from old Brown stock and were sold to military personnel in India, France, Belgium, and Israel, alongside Type XI onboard chronometers.
The Type XX is recognized as an 'absolute stunner' by the community, with members expressing appreciation for amanico's shared images and personal story.

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Mike H

Sep 3, 2022

Vintage at its best as we love it 😉

AlexSunrise

Sep 4, 2022

Here’s wishing our dear H is doing well. As for the Type XX, an absolute stunner! Thank you for sharing it with us, Alex

ZSHSZ

Sep 4, 2022

Hope it gets lots of wear out of it, and thank you for bring it to our attention...

Duffymcpatzer

Sep 14, 2022

When the Chaumet brothers bought the Breguet from the Browns the company had deterioriated to the point where it was essentially just the name and some old stock and the sales network. After Bodet took the reins of "Les Temporelles Chaumet" and was assigned to build the brand, he only sold the type 20 in the early part of its revival (1974-1976ish) It was completely stopped with the arrival of the QPs in 1976 because Breguet was being positioned as a "jewelry" brand or haut horologie luxury from

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