Breguet Classique 5177 Platinum Black

Quick specs Breguet Classique 5177 Platinum Black
Price: $ 39,800 | € 43.500 | approx. £ 37,000 | CHF 36’800
Size: 38 mm
Reference: 5177PT/2N/9V601

The Breguet Classique 5177 expands the 5177 line with a platinum model with a full black dial. Positioned within the Classique collection, this model reflects a dedication to refined design and functional simplicity. Of course, with a distinct historical influence from the 18th-century pocket watches crafted by Abraham-Louis Breguet. More here in the story about the history of Breguet.

A hallmark of the Classique is its reliance on “Grand Feu” enamel. A durable technique for dial creation that was historically used to protect watch faces from fading or aging. The weight and magnetic resistance of platinum, as well as its hypoallergenic properties, add to its utility in watchmaking, while also making a bold statement on the wrist.

Signature style case in 38 millimeters

This Classique 5177 case measures 38 millimeters in diameter with a thickness of 8.8 millimeters. The case boasts a fluted case band and welded lugs, capturing Breguet’s signature style. The black “Grand Feu” enamel dial is detailed with Breguet Arabic numerals and a date window at three o’clock.

Rhodium-plated Breguet hands, with the recognizable “moon” tips, move smoothly across the dial, underscoring a commitment to both precision and heritage.

The Breguet Classique 5177 Platinum Black has a power reserve of 55 hours

At the heart of the Classique 5177 lies the Breguet caliber 777 Q, an automatic movement developed by Breguet’s Swiss atelier. This movement powers a 55-hour reserve, and the movement’s rotor is crafted from rhodium-plated 18-carat gold. It is also decorated with a unique “starry mosaic” guilloché pattern.

The 777 Q caliber itself has an interesting history, aligning with Breguet’s adoption of silicon in watchmaking around 2006, a forward-thinking move at the time. Silicon’s anti-magnetic properties improve the movement’s resilience and extend the life of the balance-spring.

Pricing of the platinum 5177

The strap of the Classique 5177 is made of black alligator leather, giving it a satin-like sheen that complements the watch’s platinum case. It secures with a platinum pin buckle, providing both a reliable and elegant fastening option that maintains the watch’s sleek aesthetic.

In terms of price, the Breguet Classique 5177 reflects its high-caliber materials and heritage. It retails for around 37 to 44k and is positioned within the premium market, comparable to other watches with similar technical specifications and artisanal qualities. Looking for some extra complications in the style of this 5177? You might like this platinum Breguet Classique Phase de Lune 7787 as well. No date, but with a moon phase and power reserve indicator.