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Breguet Classique Perpetual Calendar 3310BB 18k WG with Box and Guarantee

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Introduction

Founded by Abraham-Louis Breguet, one of horology’s most famed watchmakers, Breguet is a brand rooted in classical horological excellence. With such innovations as the tourbillon, the Breguet overcoil and their eponymous ‘Breguet’ hands and even numerals among their impressive list of accolades, Breguet are widely renowned as one of the most influential and important watchmakers in the industry. With a truly remarkable history, Breguet’s timepieces often hark back to the classical period of watchmaking through a traditional aesthetic, and this Classique Perpetual Calendar ref. 3310BB, as its name suggests, is no different. Measuring a fashionable 36mm, its perfectly round 18kt yellow gold case features a polished domed bezel that swoops down to the midcase where it overhangs a coin-edge texture, this timepiece perfectly combines Breguet’s traditionalist aesthetic with their modern craftsmanship. Matching this level of exuberant detail, the Classique Perpetual Calendar’s stunning dial also features a beautiful blend of textures with a hobnail engraving in its centre, concentrically-brushed chapter rings for each of its bevvy of indicators, and a wave pattern within its pointer date subdial at 6 o’clock. Powered by the automatic cal. 502, this is an elegantly styled timepiece that is undoubtedly Breguet at their finest.

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Grade

M 8.5

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Guarantee Certificate

Est. value range

$20,000 – $25,000

The Details

Brand

Breguet

Dimensions

36mm

Model

Classique Perpetual Calendar

Movement

Automatic cal. 502

Reference

3310BB

Bracelet

Leather strap

Year

1996

Condition

Excellent

Material

18kt white gold

Included

Watch, Box, and Papers

Dial Color

Silver

THE DIAL
THE DIAL

Unmistakable in its design, the Classique Perpetual Calendar's dial features a slew of Breguet's design landmarks with its Breguet hands and array of stunningly well-executed guilloche patterns and complicated display arising from its bevvy of subdials and indicators.

THE CONSTRUCTION
THE CONSTRUCTION

A stunning blend of Breguet's classical aesthetic and modern watchmaking's tastes, the Classique Perpetual Calendar is indeed classic in its aesthetic, with an 18kt white gold case that takes direct inspiration from mid-century dress watches via its coin-edge textured midcase and straight lugs.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT
TIMING MACHINE READOUT

This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.

Condition

The watch is in overall excellent condition. The white gold case has very good definition on the lugs and coin-edge sides, with some wear on the lug screws. There are some scratches on the polished sections of the case and the case back. The engravings on the case back are crisp, as is the wave decoration around the edge. The guilloché dial is pristine, with very clean blued hands. The watch is fitted with a black alligator strap with a white gold buckle that has light scratches. Comes with box, setting pin on chain and original warranty papers. Please note that the watch ticks at time of cataloging, but timekeeping is poor and a service is recommended.

Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.

Our Perspective

Vividly Breguet in just about every way possible, the Classique is one of the famed French watchmaker's most refined and elegant timepieces, and this Perpetual Calendar variant combines all of Breguet's famed detail and craftsmanship into one expression of true horological excellence.

Justin Gruenberg

Co-founder