breguet 5460bb

To celebrate its long-term relationship with Russia, BREGUET opens a new Boutique and the first one in the Oural-region in Ekaterinburg. Occupying a prime site on Prospect Lenina, at the number 25, the BREGUET Boutique spreads its 142 square meters of elegant atmosphere, corresponding to the prestige of BREGUET. It has been designed into a superb showcase to present an exclusive selection of perfectly refined and impeccably finished timepieces as well as luxurious and exquisite jewelry suites. The boutique's decoration scheme focuses on the quality of its constituent materials and the refinement of its decorative details. The choice of materials stemmed from a study of Breguet timepieces. Selected historic designs served as aesthetic references such as the famous "Clou de Paris" pattern in blued glass frames recalling the bluish enamelling of its pocket watches. Spatial partitioning draws its inspiration from the elliptic patterns abounding in BREGUET's own work, resulting in sinuous shapes and surfaces accompanying our guests throughout their visit to the boutique and museum.These magnificent premises are a must destination in Ekaterinburg for anyone and everyone fascinated by the world of Breguet. Here, between centuries-old tradition and permanent innovation, its watchmaking genius flourishes. Here, the precious stones gracing its wonderfully creative gem jewellery reflects the demanding art of its master gem-setters. Here, too, centuries of European history and culture come together under the approving eyes of numerous famous clients, including Tsar Alexander I, Prince Orloff, Prince Poniatowski or Sergei Rachmaninov and famous writers such as Pushkin.

The case, in 18kt yellow or white gold, measures 48mm. The crystal is sapphire and it is water resistant to 30 meters. The caseband features a finely engraved musical stave. The dial is hand-engraved on a rose engine and is platinum coated. The dial center makes a complete turn when the striking mechanism is activated. Alarm on/off indication in a circular window between 9 and 10 o'clock. Alarm power-reserve indication visible through an aperture at 3 o'clock. The watch plays its tune either by the user pressing a push piece positioned at 10 o'clock, or at a given time that is pre-set by the alarm function. This is achieved by a patented application of a music-box mechanism principle. A disc carrying the pins replaces the traditional music-box cylinder and alternately acts on the 15 metal teeth of the comb. A metallic glass membrane engine-turned by hand serves to amplify the frequencies required to emit the tune, as well as guaranteeing water resistance. Optimal sound transmission is ensured by several openings drilled in the gold case protecting the membrane. Movement is the Swiss automatic Breguet caliber 0900 with 55 jewels with a 55 hour power reserve. It features a Silicon escape-wheel and lever, a Breguet balance with adjusting screws and Breguet spring. It is adjusted to 6 positions.