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Breguet introduces the Tradition Quantième Rétrograde 7597

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THE LATEST ADDITION TO BREGUET’S TRADITION COLLECTION WILL HAVE YOU FLUSHED WITH AWE

Historically, the Tradition collection from Breguet—which debuted in 2005 and features an aesthetic that combines heritage and modernity—is the House's first line to display all of the movement's organs on the dial side. Inspired by Abraham-Louis Breguet's iconic Breguet souscription watches, which were equipped with a single hand for reading the hours and minutes, the timepieces in this collection represent both a return to the House's roots and a vision for the future. For instance, its dial face upfront incorporates horological intricacies in trim, visually sweeping designs, admirably combining established and avant-garde aesthetics. As a matter of fact, even the simplest elements are given a sandblasted surface finish, which is methodically applied by hand, in keeping with the principles of faultless craftsmanship established two centuries ago.

On that note, Breguet recently presented a visual variation of its emblematic Tradition Quantième Rétrograde model. Aptly named the Tradition Quantième Rétrograde 7597, the timepiece essentially delves into the company's beginnings. Case in point: all of the

The timepiece features an openworked dial

The sapphire case back allows a detailed look at the 269-part movement HOUSED IN A 40 MM WHITE GOLD CASE, THE DIAL FEATURES A TRULY FASCINATING ARCHITECTURE WITH A COMBINATION OF A HAND-GUILLOCHÉ “CLOUS DE PARIS” MOTIF, TRADITIONAL ROMAN NUMERALS, AND OPEN-TIPPED HANDS

components are essentially influenced by the aforementioned Abraham-Louis Breguet's souscription and tact watches, from the design of the bridges to the pare-chute shock-absorber system, as well as the size of the balance and wheels.

Appearance-wise, the Quantième Rétrograde 7597 model is arrayed in blue and paves the way for a resolutely modern and forwardlooking design, to say the least. Housed in a 40 mm white gold case, the dial features a truly fascinating architecture with a combination of a hand-guilloché “Clous de Paris” motif, traditional Roman numerals, and open-tipped hands. To top it all off, the retrograde date function in the lower part of the dial is also a testament to Breguet’s mastery of watchmaking.

Speaking of which, the artisans of Breguet ensure a smooth sweep over the mechanism with the distance between the centre and the date sector, which required the development of a multi-level blued steel hand. Most importantly, the date indication's sector is also spread out over 180 degrees and coated in a blue coating that matches the dial's hue to improve legibility. While on the subject of the date, the wearer simply unscrews the pusher at 10 o'clock to set it and presses the hand sequentially until the desired date is reached.

Furthermore, as is the tradition of Breguet, each component is carefully decorated. To this end, the dial is also secured by three screws just like the watches that inspired it, while the numerals alternate between silver-toned powdered transfers and gold cabochons. Moreover, the mainplate as well as the bridges, are on the perpétuelle watch created by AbrahamLouis Breguet back in 1780.

All in all, Breguet’s Tradition watches are masterful reflections of time's enigmatic complexity, which deftly captures its essential spirit. Of particular note, the new model is a result of meticulous workmanship with Breguet’s codes in a contrasting and contemporary manner, while unequivocally conveying an ideal blend of artisanal skill and emotions. With its symmetrical calibre architecture, intricate craftsmanship, and distinguished profile, it is safe to say that the new Quantième Rétrograde 7597 is a real eye-catcher.

The watch dial features a hand-guilloché “Clous de Paris” motif, traditional Roman numerals, and open-tipped hands

also adorned with an anthracite coating, thus endowing this timepiece with great visual impact. In short, one cannot help but admire the allure of the texture of the captivating dial, which seems to be further intensified by the exquisite fusion of anthracite coating and monochrome blue hues.

Inside, the heart of this contemporary timepiece is the mechanical jewel that is the 505Q self-winding movement, with a 50-hour power reserve. Meanwhile, the sapphire case back allows a detailed look at the 269-part movement, which is 8.7 mm thick, as well as the gold oscillating weight, whose shape refers to the one