The design of this watch draws inspiration from the “Type 20” military pilot’s watches made by Breguet for the French Air Force in the 1950s. It retains classic design elements such as the fluted bezel, onion crown, mushroom-shaped chronograph pushers, and black dial. The 42mm stainless steel case combines brushed and polished finishes, with sharp and robust lug lines. The sapphire crystal features a retro box-shaped profile, offering 100 meters of water resistance for daily use.
The dial layout adopts the vintage chronograph “Bigeye” design – the 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock has a larger diameter, allowing pilots to easily read the chronograph numerals. The dial features a small seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock, with a date window at 4 o’clock. The hands and hour markers are coated with a mint green luminescent material, ensuring excellent legibility against the black dial.
It is powered by the Calibre 7281, a high-frequency automatic movement developed by Breguet over four years. It operates at 36,000 vibrations per hour and offers a 60-hour power reserve. This new movement integrates a column wheel and vertical clutch structure. The balance spring, escape wheel, and lever are made of silicon, providing outstanding timing stability and anti-magnetic performance.
It comes on a black calfskin leather strap with a quick-release function and includes an additional NATO strap. The official price is €17,300.
Breguet Type 20 Chronograph 2057
Stainless steel case, diameter 42mm, thickness 14.1mm, steel bezel, sapphire crystal, black dial, Calibre 7281 automatic movement, 34 jewels, frequency 36,000 vph, power reserve 60 hours, black calfskin leather strap, water resistance 100 meters.
Complication: Chronograph
