Breguet

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 past I knew that the maximum size she can wear is Reverso Duetto Duo but the optimal size is Reverso Duetto Classique. She already has both of them.

Anyhow, I will give my GF a very nice watch as a present on 4th April and I could not buy one more Reverso because now I needed a dress watch in white gold or platinum, nice feminine design, some stones here and there...

I finally bought what I consider a perfect Ladies' dress watch and I will show the watch on Watchprosite in the beginning of April. Naturally, the same watch will be presented in Las Vegas on 1st June on our dinner party.

Best, Kari

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

Andrew

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

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

cheers,
ed~

Hi Ed

It is a nice piece with 'ingredient'.  Have you seen in steel?

If not check it out and surprise the Lady

Kong

hi kong,

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

cheers,
Ed~

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 ladies in steel
- perfect size lug to lug fitting my wrist
- no stones except on the crown
- mother of pearl dial
I'm indeed impressed n shocked by the fact that Breguet actually makes it the way I wished n hoped since five years ago .
Every now n then I'd have a look at the different models of Reine de Naples n couldn't help feeling hopeful that one day there will be one fitting to my preferences. Well, the day has come n of course the blue mop is my fave!

Cheers (",)

Thanks for dropping by and placing your inputs.

Congrats on the Blue MoP! 

Kong

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 details I like are the raised numerals 6 and 12 which are black in colour with white frame around it giving me the illusion as if they are enameled onto the dial ; and the other detail is the arrow-like hour markers complete with shiny arrowheads.Not only that they look nice, they also make it easy to see the time in an instant!
Probably not significant to other ladies but to me, I love the the simple, elegant n evergreen look of this piece without diamond. Very happy n contented with this piece meant really for a lady, after years of having to wear almost only pieces meant for my opposite sex! Pheew !

Cheers, Linda (",)

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

Kong

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

...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 myself dreaming about women's watches, but this is one that does make its way into my daydreams.

Cheers,
Daos

Hi Daos

Check this piece out when arrives at your location.

The one piece with a complete package. 

Kong

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

 

Best

Andreas

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

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 watch had been sold but the white MOP was still available.

 

What struck me first was the size. I was expecting the original Reine de Naples size. Not that the steel watch is large (approx. 44x35mm), it’s just not quite what I expected. Having said that, the curved case back would sit very comfortably on the wrist, the MOP dial really ‘pops’ (and you get a ‘Piece Unique’ with each watch), the ‘open’ Breguet hands are really eye-catching and the blue silicium escape wheel, lever and balance spring provides some horological interest for the watch nerd husband.

 

Andrew

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 …

   

… and distract her from my other purchase …

And in answer to your question, Kong, I think the blue MOP dial looks delicious. Perhaps not qute as versatile for day wear, but it would probably be my choice. It would be nice to see them side-by-side to make the final decision. What did you prefer?

Thanks again for the report! It really is a great watch and update to the Reine de Naples line. Boneaparte's sister, Caroline, would be pleased.

Andrew

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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 prepared to give a 7071R ... the Chanel ( a 2.55? ) is just a temporary decoy

Kong

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

... 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

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

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 dial yet.
When my wife receives this watch, I will post the photos on this web site.
I agree that this model is a perfect combination of Breguet beauty and high-tech mechanical innovation, the silicium.
My wife has no clue of what this silicium means

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

Thanks Icyremy.

Kong

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....

 

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

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 dial and your pics really show off the iridescence of the MOP dial.  Those hollow moon hands are beautiful and distinctly Breguet.

Regards,
ED-209

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 " queen " a look in flesh , who knows it might be the right one (",)

Cheers, Linda

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 I'd really like her to get a Breguet.

And big Congrats, as I noticed in the thread about that you have the distinct honor of being the first lady in SG to purchase this beautiful Breguet.  I'm sure it looks great on you!

Regards,
ED-209