BREGUET Type 20 Chronographe 2057 & BREGUET Type XX Chronographe 2067. The saga continues!

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The year 2023 brings a new BREGUET Type 20 and BREGUET Type XX. This is a new generation of chronographs powered by an all-new calibre. Four years of preparation preceded the arrival of the new generation of iconic Type 20 and Type XX watches, this time, issued in two versions to meet all expectations: one military-inspired (Type 20) and the other drawing on the finest civilian models (Type XX). Taking cues from the first-generation models, Breguet has instilled a contemporary, dynamic and technological spirit into these watches. The Type 20 and Type XX saga clearly shows no sign of petering out!

The new Calibre 728
After four years of development at the Manufacture Breguet, the brand is delighted to present the new self- winding Calibre 728 for the civilian version and Calibre 7281 for the military version. Combining robustness and innovation, this movement and its variant are protected by several patents. It incorporates all the designs of a modern chronograph such as a column wheel, vertical clutch, 5 Hz frequency as well as an innovative zero-resetting activation system. Alongside these elements, it also benefits from the latest technical innovations in the field of chronometry (precision timing). The balance-spring, the escape-wheel and the pallet-lever horns are made of silicon. In addition to being resistant to corrosion and wear, silicon is insensitive to the influence of magnetic fields and improves the accuracy of the timepiece. Moreover, this self-winding chronograph has a 60-hour power reserve. Both models are equipped with a “flyback”. This function is a precious asset for pilots, replacing the three operations previously required with just one. Different times and directions that require evaluation are easily handled using the “flyback” function. These innovative activation and zero- resetting systems have been designed for crisp and accurate use. Whatever function is performed, the pressure felt on the pushers will be even and balanced. The same applies to the vertical clutch mechanism, which has been adopted for the accuracy of its activation. The chronograph hand thus starts instantly without any initial jerks. To make the movement robust and guarantee its precision even in case of potential impacts, a cross-through bridge was chosen to secure the balance in place. Sized in such a way as to occupy a maximum of the available space within the movement, the barrel – the energy source – is equipped with a spring whose high-energy-density material enables a longer power reserve. Finally, this new movement’s other asset lies in its aesthetics, as significant work has been done on its decoration. In addition to the sunburst pattern, snailing, bevelling, circular-graining and other visible decorations on the components, Breguet has treated the column wheel to a black DLC treatment that heightens visual contrast while improving tribological properties. The sapphire crystal caseback provides a chance to admire the details of the movement, including its blackened oscillating weight shaped like an aircraft wing and engraved with the Breguet logo.


TYPE 20 CHRONOGRAPHE 2057
Case: steel
Diameter: 42 mm
Thickness: 14.1 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 49 mm
Dial: black
Water resistance: 10 bar (100 m)

Calibre: 7281
Movement: self-winding
Functions: chronograph, “flyback”, date, small
seconds, 30-minute totalizer
Balance-spring: flat, in silicon
Escapement: inverted straight-line lever with silicon horns
Frequency: 36.000 A/h (= 5 Hz)
Power reserve: 60 hours
Components: 339
Strap: set of two interchangeable straps, 1 in calfskin leather, 1 NATO fabric


TYPE XX CHRONOGRAPHE 2067
Case: steel
Diameter: 42 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 49 mm
Thickness: 14.1 mm
Dial: black
Water resistance: 10 bar (100 m)

Calibre: 728
Movement: self-winding
Functions: chronograph, “flyback”, date, small
seconds, 15-minute and 12-hour totalizers
Balance-spring: flat, in silicon
Escapement: inverted straight-line lever with silicon horns
Frequency: 36.000 A/h (= 5 Hz)
Power reserve: 60 hours
Components: 350
Strap: set of two interchangeable straps, 1 in calfskin leather, 1 NATO fabric

Price each: 17.500 CHF (incl. VAT) /18.900 Euro (incl. VAT)

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