Breguet Tradition 7027BA/11/9V6

A true icon of classical watchmaking, the Breguet Tradition 7027BA/11/9V6 perfectly embodies the brand’s heritage of technical innovation, historical design, and exceptional craftsmanship.

This model is instantly recognizable for its openworked dial, showcasing the movement from the front — a direct tribute to the original souscription watches created by Abraham-Louis Breguet. The symmetrical layout, with its centrally positioned mainspring barrel and beautifully finished bridges, transforms the movement into both a mechanical and visual masterpiece.

This particular example is in excellent condition and has been fully serviced by Breguet in January 2026, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for years to come — a significant advantage for the discerning collector.

The yellow gold case pairs elegantly with Breguet’s unmistakable design codes: blued steel hands, a finely guilloché dial, and refined details that define the maison’s timeless aesthetic.

What truly elevates the Tradition 7027, however, is its place in modern horological history.

The Breguet Tradition 7027 has been a major source of inspiration for many of today’s independent watchmakers, particularly those connected to the Morteau school, but also for creations such as the Voutilainen Inverse, pieces from Greubel Forsey, the MB&F LM1, early models from Akrivia, and even the architectural layouts of Romain Gauthier such as the Logical One and Insight Micro-Rotor.

The “inside-out” concept — placing the movement front and center — was genuinely groundbreaking at the time. It was not skeletonized, nor traditionally openworked; it was structured, deliberate, and architectural. The mechanics were not exposed merely for decoration, but presented as the very identity of the watch. This marked a clear departure from earlier designs developed under the Chaumet Brothers era, including those by Daniel Roth in the late 1970s and 1980s.

To fully appreciate its significance, one must consider its release in the mid-2000s — a period when independent watchmaking, as we know it today, was still emerging. In that context, Breguet reintroduced movement-driven aesthetics in a way that felt both historically grounded in pocket watch tradition and strikingly modern. This was not just relevant — it was immensely influential.

Its impact is visible across generations of watchmakers inspired by the legacy of Abraham-Louis Breguet, from George Daniels to François-Paul Journe, and many others who have built contemporary independent horology on classical foundations.

Highlights:

• Reference: 7027BA/11/9V6

• Openworked “inside-out” architecture

• 18k yellow gold case

• Fully serviced by Breguet (01/2026)

• Historically significant design within modern watchmaking

• Strong appeal among collectors of independent and classical horology

• Comes with two new leather WRISTICONS straps.

A true modern classic — one whose importance becomes even clearer when placed back into its proper historical context.