Origins and period
Paris, France; manufacture now in the Vallée de Joux, Switzerland
Founded by Abraham-Louis Breguet in 1775
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Breguet
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Breguet photographs
Archive photographs are captioned only from details visible in the image. Exact references and production dates remain open until case, movement, and serial markings can be compared.
Breguet in watchmaking
Abraham-Louis Breguet established his Paris workshop in 1775 and became one of history’s most influential watchmakers. His work advanced automatic winding, shock protection, repeating watches, precision regulation, and the tourbillon, while a commission for Caroline Murat produced an early purpose-designed wristwatch.
Landmark dates
- Founding and first production
- Important movement or model launch
- Expansion, merger, revival, or modern milestone
Known for
The tourbillon patent of 1801, perpétuelle automatic watches, the pare-chute, Breguet hands and numerals, Classique, Marine, Type XX, and the Queen of Naples wristwatch tradition.
Movements and innovation
Calibres, escapements, case construction, water resistance, electronic or quartz development, manufacturing methods, patents, and specialist suppliers.
Identification checklist
- Reference and serial numbers
- Movement calibre and jewel count
- Case material and dimensions
- Dial, hands, crown, crystal, bracelet, and inscriptions
Preservation guidance
Service considerations, originality, replacement parts, water-resistance assumptions, safe storage, and details that should be documented before restoration.
References and credits
Official manufacturer history, museum or archive sources, technical sheets, books, catalogues, advertisements, image credits, and provenance notes.