The Breguet Classique 5907: a modern Breguet executed to its near perfection. This Classique is as classic as it gets, deserving its name. This classique has that pure Breguet DNA rooted in centuries old tradition from its case design, size, movement, and of course the dial and hands. It is extremely difficult to know the exact production period for Breguets as they tend to not discontinue their models in their catalogue until 2025 where they have cleared out a lot of old references, but first introduced around early 2000s, the 5907 encapsulates the DNA of Abraham-Louis Breguet’s original designs as well as Daniel Roth’s touch that revived the brand, while moving forward with technical sophistication.
When first looking at the design and proportions, this 5907 screams Breguet in every way possible. The case measures at 34.5mm in diameter, which is the perfect size for the classiques unlike modern classiques being overly out of proportion with their 40mm case. Featuring beautifully finished coin edge case, as well as Breguet’s staple Guilloché dial, alongside breguet hands. If you ask AI to draw a perfect vintage Breguet Classique, this 5907 will be the closest thing to it.
On the wrist, this is a charming guy. The lug to lug measures at 40.5mm which allows for almost all wrist sizes to fit the watch, and the clean 2 different types of guilloche dial and Breguet hands just makes you want to check the time every 5 minutes. Simple yet elegant, this 5907 doesn’t scream for attention, but will grab attention of the right kind of people who understands the beauty of this piece.
The engine behind the 5907 is the Caliber 517DR, a 96 hour (4 day) manual wound movement based on the Frederic Piguet 15 movement, heavily modified and finished to standards of Breguet. What truly sets the 5907 apart is that the “Reserve de Marche” aka power reserve indicator is placed on the movement visible through the sapphire case back. Most power reserve indicators are usually located on the dial, however Breguet wanted to keep the 5907 dial design classic (fitting the name Classique) while showcasing the 96 hour power reserve indicator. I wouldn’t call this a double face watch, but more of a 1 and a quarter face. Thanks to the power reserve being on the movement, this keeps the dial extremely well balanced while still offering a practical complication.
The Breguet Classique 5907 may not scream for attention, but it itches the right spot for classic elegance and it whispers with confidence. It’s a watch that people might categorise as a “grandpa watch” but for those who understand and appreciate; it’s a mechanical poem. Sadly as modern Breguet is also a victim of sales and marketing, we see these classiques blowing way out of proportions, unnecessarily oversized, which makes the 5907 shine even brighter in this day and age.
