Breguet Watches

Shop pre-owned Breguet watches for sale at Bob’s Watches, including verified classics from the Classique and Marine collections, plus standout designs like the Reine de Naples. Known for guilloché dials, coin-edge cases, and beautifully finished movements, Breguet blends traditional Swiss watchmaking with refined, recognizable style. Whether you’re buying your first Breguet dress watch or looking for a more complicated timepiece, our selection makes it easy to compare models, condition, and pre-owned pricing with confidence. ... read more

A brand that carries on the rich legacy of its founder, one of the greatest watchmakers of all time, Abraham-Louis Breguet, Montres Breguet makes some of the finest high-end Swiss-made watches in the entire world. During the days of A-L Breguet, his timepiece creations were favored amongst the world's royalty, and the likes of Marie Antoinette, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Caroline Bonaparte, the Queen of Naples, were loyal clients. Vintage Breguet pocket watches are particularly notable because they showcase many of the inventions and innovations of the founder, not to mention the exquisite artistry and expert finishing that was expected of the watchmaker's prestigious clientele.

Breguet Watch Models

Breguet watch models span a wide range of luxury watches, from refined traditional timepieces to sporty designs and gem-set creations. Each collection reflects the brand’s deep heritage while offering distinct styles suited to different tastes and lifestyles. Below are some of the most famous Breguet watch models, which range from traditional timepieces to sporty watches to gem-set creations.

Tradition

To attract a larger audience, A-L Breguet developed the "souscription watch" concept where buyers would pay a down payment to place an order with the balance due upon delivery. Characterized by a large central barrel and a going train symmetrically arranged on either side of the barrel, the souscription caliber powered a single hand on the dial to indicate the time. Although Breguet's Tradition watches now includes both an hour and a minute hand, the collection pays tribute to those original souscription watches by displaying the beautifully symmetrical movement architecture on the dial side.

Classique

Breguet's flagship collection, the Classique line celebrates A-L Breguet's technical innovations and unique design language. Many Classique watches feature the distinct Breguet hallmarks such as fluting around the casebands, blued Breguet hands, Breguet numerals or Roman numerals, and engine-turned guilloché or grand feu enamel dials.

Classique Complication

The Classique Complication line houses Breguet's extraordinary grand complications, often featuring A-L Breguet’s most famous invention, the tourbillon. There are also double tourbillon watches, perpetual calendar paired with tourbillon watches, and minute repeater watches.

La Marine

In 1815, King Louis XVIII of France appointed A-L Breguet as the Chronometer-maker to the French Royal Navy, marking a defining moment in the brand’s history. This role helped establish Breguet as a leader in precision timekeeping for maritime navigation. The modern Breguet La Marine collection pays tribute to this legacy while embracing contemporary design and performance. Today, the contemporary Breguet La Marine collection is a modern-day tribute to that marine chronometer heritage but reinterpreted as sportier timepieces.

Type XX / Type XXI / Type XXII

In the 1950s, the French Ministry of Defense released a bid request for military-grade flyback chronographs for its air force, which it called Type 20, and Breguet became a supplier of these military pilot watches. The modern iterations of these vintage aviation timepieces are called Breguet Type XX watches in honor of the original military procurement specifications. Rounding out the collection are the larger Type XXI models and the high-frequency (10Hz) Type XXII models.

Héritage

The Heritage collection offers a distinctive tonneau-shaped case with a curved profile that sits comfortably on the wrist. This model is a departure from the familiar classic round silhouette, the Héritage collection offers watches with curved tonneau-shaped cases while still retaining the familiar Breguet aesthetic. This collection appeals to collectors who appreciate architectural design and a bold yet refined alternative to traditional round dress watches.

Reine de Naples

Designed with elegance and refinement in mind, the Reine de Naples collection features oval cases and intricate detailing. These watches are often adorned with precious materials and fine craftsmanship, making them a favorite among collectors seeking sophistication with historical roots. Its graceful silhouette and delicate proportions make it especially admired by those who value timeless femininity paired with horological artistry.

How Much Is A Breguet Watch?

Model	Reference	Case	Movement	Retail Price (MSRP)
Tradition 7097	7097BB/G1/9WU	40mm; White Gold	Cal. 505 SR1; Time Only	$33,500
Classique 5711 Grand Feu Blue Enamel	5177BB/2Y/9V6	38mm; White Gold	Cal. 777Q; Time/Date	$23,700
Classique 5157 Extra-Plat	5157BR/11/9V6	38mm; Rose Gold	Cal. 502.3: Time Only	$18,800
Classique Complication 5367 Tourbillon Extra-Plat	5367BR/29/9WU	41mm; Rose Gold	Cal. 581; Tourbillon	$147,500
Marine Chronograph 5827	5827BA/12/5ZU	42mm; Yellow Gold	Cal. 583 Q/1; Chronograph	$30,900
Type XX 3800	3800ST/92/9W6	39mm; Steel	Cal. 582; Flyback Chronograph	$9,500
Type XXI 3817	3817ST/X2/3ZU	42mm; Steel	Cal. 584 Q/2; Flyback Chronograph	$13,900
Héritage 5410	5410BB/12/9VV	42mm x 35mm; Rose Gold	Cal. 516 GG; Time/Date	$27,700
Reine de Naples 8967	8967ST/E8/786	43.75mm x 35.5mm; Steel	Cal. 591C; Time Only	$21,000

Breguet Pricing Information

As one of the finest Swiss watchmaking brands in the market, Breguet watches are accordingly expensive. For men's watches, retail price ranges from just under $10,000 for the steel Type XX chronograph to hundreds of thousands of dollars for gem-set grand complication pieces.

Expert Opinion

"Breguet represents the foundation of modern watchmaking. For collectors who value history, craftsmanship, and technical refinement, few brands offer the depth and legacy that Breguet does."

- Paul Altieri, Founder & CEO of Bob's Watches

Why Choose Bob's Watches

At Bob's Watches, every Breguet timepiece is carefully evaluated for authenticity, condition, and value. Our team provides transparent pricing, detailed product descriptions, and a trusted buying experience built on expertise and integrity. We make it easy to shop confidently for exceptional pre-owned luxury watches.

Looking to Sell Your Breguet?

If you are looking to sell Breguet watches, Bob’s Watches offers a straightforward and secure process. Our experts provide competitive market-based offers and guide you through each step, from evaluation to payment, with clarity and professionalism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Breguet is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious Swiss watchmakers, known for its historic innovations and refined craftsmanship.

Breguet is known for signature design elements such as guilloché dials, blued hands, fluted cases, and groundbreaking mechanical innovations that shaped modern watchmaking.

Certain models, especially those with complications or historical significance, tend to hold strong collector interest. Value depends on condition, rarity, and market demand.

Water resistance varies by model. Sport-oriented collections like the Marine offer higher resistance, while dress models prioritize elegance over water protection.

Yes. Every Breguet watch sold by Bob's Watches is carefully authenticated and inspected before being offered for sale.

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