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Breguet Tradition 7027BR/R9/9V6 - 18K Rose Gold Skeleton Black Subdial

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A Direct Link To Breguet's Origins
The Tradition collection represents one of modern watchmaking's most inspired achievements, a direct tribute to the "souscription" pocket watches of Abraham-Louis Breguet. Launched in 2005, the reference 7027 was the first in this series and a landmark for the brand, making the movement's architecture the dial itself. This wasn't merely a skeletonized watch; it was a revival of Breguet's 18th-century design principles, reinterpreted for the wrist. The symmetrical layout, central barrel, and visible gear train are all drawn from the master's original creations, creating a piece that's as much a lesson in horological history as it is a luxury timepiece.
Symmetrical Architecture In Rose Gold
At the heart of the 7027 is the manual-wind calibre 507DR, a movement designed from its inception to be fully displayed. Its perfectly symmetrical construction places the mainspring barrel at the center, with the gear train and balance wheel fanning out in full view. A key feature is the "pare-chute" anti-shock system protecting the balance, a direct descendant of the device A.-L. Breguet invented around 1790 to make his watches far more robust. This specific example combines the warm 18K rose gold case with a striking hand-guilloché black subdial, a less common execution that adds a contemporary edge to the historical design. A power reserve indicator is seamlessly integrated on both the front and back of the movement.
Original Strap, Buckle, And Crown
This Tradition retains its key original components, including the signed Breguet crown, the black alligator strap, and the correct 18K rose gold pin buckle. The watch is in excellent condition. Its 18K rose gold case shows only the lightest indications of careful ownership, with the signature coin-edge fluting on the caseband remaining crisp and well-defined. Both the front and rear sapphire crystals are clean, offering an unobstructed view of the intricate mechanical landscape within. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
Horology As The Main Event
In a collection that may already have its share of classic dress watches or steel sport models, the Tradition 7027 adds an entirely different dimension. It's a piece of mechanical art that prioritizes the movement's architecture and historical significance above all else. This is not a watch that sits quietly; it's a conversation starter that signals a deep appreciation for the foundational principles of horology. It earns its place by being a pure, technical expression of watchmaking's past, a choice for someone who finds beauty in the mechanics themselves.
Key Specs
Reference: 7027BR/R9/9V6
Model: Tradition
Era: 2010s
Movement: Manual Wind
Case Size: 37mm (Excluding Crown)
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Strap: Original Black Leather
Dial: Skeleton with Black Subdial
Metal: 18K Rose Gold
Weight: 68.1g
Includes: Original Buckle
SKU: 1895
Fit & Customization
This watch should feel like it was made for your wrist from the moment you put it on. That's why we offer:
  • Strap Customization: Any two-piece strap swapped and custom-fitted in your choice of material, color, and length
  • Standard Bracelet Sizing: Precise link additions or removals to achieve your exact fit
  • Integrated Bracelet Sizing: A bespoke service few boutiques are equipped to handle
  • Custom Caseback Engraving: Personalize your watch with initials, dates, or custom text engraved on the caseback
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