Breguet Unveils Two Exquisite Watches to Celebrate the Lunar New Year
Renowned Swiss luxury watchmaker Breguet has launched two new timepieces, the Classique Double Tourbillon Dragon 5345 Special Edition and the Classique Dragon 7145 Limited Edition, in honor of the 2024 Lunar New Year and the Year of the Dragon.
The Classique Double Tourbillon Dragon 5345 represents a fusion of technical innovation and artistic craftsmanship. Inspired by Abraham-Louis Breguet’s creation of the tourbillon in 1801, this watch boasts two independent tourbillons, each completing one rotation per minute. These intricate mechanisms are part of a sophisticated 749-component Calibre 588N1 movement, delivering a 60-hour power reserve.
The standout feature of this timepiece is its elaborate dragon motif, meticulously hand-engraved in gold, grasping a mother-of-pearl pearl symbolizing strength and wisdom. The rotating plate showcases a hand-guilloché fan motif, while the lower bridge is adorned with an “anthracite Clous de Paris” hobnail pattern. Furthermore, laser-engraved Roman numerals filled with black varnish adorn the face. In addition to Breguet’s interpretation, the watchmaker offers customization options for the dragon’s shape, color, numeral colors, hands, and strap.
As for the Classique Dragon 7145, it exemplifies Breguet’s expertise in Grand Feu enameling, a rare and challenging technique. Limited to just eight pieces, the Limited Edition features a vibrant crimson red dial achieved through multiple firings in a high-temperature kiln. Notably, the rose gold dragon appliqué stands out on the dial, guarding a natural white mother-of-pearl pearl.
Encased within the 40mm rose gold case is the Calibre 502.3 self-winding movement, a mere 2.40 mm thick, providing a 45-hour power reserve. The movement incorporates silicon components, enhancing resistance to magnetic fields and improving precision. The gold oscillating weight, visible through the sapphire caseback, is adorned with a hand-guilloché circular barleycorn motif.
Both timepieces are currently available by appointment only through Breguet’s official website, with the 7145 priced at $83,087 USD and the 5345 at $819,263 USD.
