Breguet Type XX Chronographe 2067

The Breguet Type XX Chronographe 2067 draws upon one of the most celebrated chapters in the manufacture's history, reviving the spirit of the aviation chronographs developed during the mid-20th century. Presented in a 42mm stainless steel case, this contemporary interpretation features a sandblasted black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a distinctive oversized 15-minute chronograph counter at 3 o'clock, a 12-hour counter at 6 o'clock, and running seconds at 9 o'clock. A bidirectional rotating bezel, vintage-inspired luminous accents, and a stainless steel bracelet reinforce the watch's purposeful aviation aesthetic while maintaining the refinement associated with Breguet.

At its heart is the manufacture's self-winding Calibre 728, a modern flyback chronograph movement incorporating a silicon balance spring, a high-frequency 5 Hz escapement, and a 60-hour power reserve. The flyback mechanism allows the chronograph to be reset and restarted with a single press, a function originally valued by pilots for timing consecutive flight maneuvers. Visible through a sapphire exhibition caseback, the movement combines traditional mechanical finishing with contemporary engineering, reflecting Breguet's longstanding commitment to technical innovation.

History and Collecting

The Type XX traces its origins to the 1950s, when Breguet produced chronographs for French military aviation, including instruments designed to meet the demanding requirements of military pilots. Alongside these military models, civilian Type XX chronographs emerged during the 1950s and 1960s, establishing a distinctive design language characterized by exceptional legibility, rotating bezels, and flyback functionality. Introduced in 2023 as part of the collection's modern revival, the reference 2067 pays particular tribute to these historic civilian examples, preserving their recognizable three-register configuration while incorporating a newly developed movement. For collectors, the Type XX represents a compelling connection between Breguet's aviation heritage and its contemporary mechanical watchmaking.

Watch Attributes

Brand: Breguet

Collection: Type XX

Model: Chronographe 2067

Reference: 2067ST/92/SW0

Year: 2026

Case Material: Stainless Steel

Case Diameter: 42mm

Case Thickness: 14.1mm

Dial: Black Rhodium-Plated, Sandblasted Finish

Hour Markers: Luminous Arabic Numerals

Crystal: Sapphire Crystal

Caseback: Transparent Sapphire Crystal

Bezel: Bidirectional Rotating Graduated Bezel

Movement: Automatic, Breguet Manufacture Calibre 728

Power Reserve: 60 Hours

Frequency: 36,000 Vibrations per Hour (5 Hz)

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds, Flyback Chronograph, 15-Minute Counter, 12-Hour Counter, Date

Bracelet: Stainless Steel

Clasp: Stainless Steel Deployant Clasp

Water Resistance: 100 Meters / 330 Feet

Box: Yes