From the boulevards of Paris to the skies above Manhattan, Breguet’s 250th anniversary world tour has reached its most emotionally resonant chapter.
The new Type XX Chronographe 2075BH represents more than another milestone release—it’s a love letter to the aviation heritage that literally saved the brand, delivered in the warm glow of proprietary “Breguet gold” and sized at a perfectly proportioned 38.3mm that recalls the civilian elegance of the 1955 reference 1780.
Golden Wings
This isn’t just about commemorating a quarter-millennium of watchmaking excellence; it’s about honoring the transatlantic flight that connected two continents and demonstrated the reliability of both Breguet aircraft and timepieces.
When aviators Dieudonné Costes and Maurice Bellonte completed the first Paris-to-New York flight in 1930 aboard a Breguet-built aircraft, they established a legacy that continues to inspire this latest creation. The emotional weight of that achievement permeates every detail of the 2075BH, from the hand-engraved aircraft motifs to the aluminum dial that pays tribute to Louis Breguet’s pioneering work with Duralumin.
At $43,500 for the black dial and $45,200 for the limited silver edition, these chronographs position themselves as serious collector pieces that bridge aviation history with contemporary luxury.
The decision to offer both unlimited and limited variants ensures broader accessibility while maintaining exclusivity for those seeking investment-grade rarity. The 250-piece limitation on the silver dial creates immediate collectibility, while the black dial’s open production allows enthusiasts to acquire a piece of this anniversary celebration without the pressure of artificial scarcity.
Mechanical Poetry Meets Aviation
The 2075BH showcases Breguet’s mastery of high-frequency chronograph movements through two distinct calibers: the 7279 (black dial with 15-minute counter) and 7278 (silver dial with 30-minute counter and tachymeter).
Both operate at 5Hz—a frequency that provides exceptional precision for timing aviation maneuvers while delivering the crisp, rapid-fire seconds hand movement that serious chronograph enthusiasts demand. The 60-hour power reserve ensures reliable operation through extended missions, while flyback functionality maintains the essential aviation timing capability that made the original Type XX indispensable to military pilots.
The hand-engraved depiction of the Breguet 19 aircraft crossing the Atlantic transforms each movement into a miniature work of art that celebrates both mechanical and aeronautical achievement.
This level of decorative finishing, typically reserved for complications far more expensive, demonstrates Breguet’s commitment to making this anniversary release genuinely special rather than merely commemorative.
The proprietary “Breguet gold” case material deserves particular attention for its warm, blonde tone that straddles yellow and rose gold territories. This subtle color distinction creates immediate visual differentiation from standard precious metal offerings while maintaining the premium feel essential to luxury positioning. The 13.2mm thickness accommodates the complex 5Hz chronograph movement while keeping wrist presence manageable for daily wear.
Dial execution varies dramatically between variants, with the black anodized aluminum version featuring luminous Arabic numerals and an oversized minute register that emphasizes military utility. The silver dial takes a more elegant approach with applied non-luminous Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 o’clock, complemented by pointed batons that create sophisticated visual balance.
Both come with matching gradient leather straps and red Moroccan leather boxes that echo vintage Breguet packaging, completing the heritage narrative that makes this release so compelling for serious collectors seeking both technical excellence and historical significance.
