Breguet Classique Tourbillon 7357: Celebrating 225 Years of the Tourbillon in 35mm
Breguet Classique Tourbillon 7357: A 35mm Tribute to 225 Years of the Tourbillon
On June 26, 1801 — exactly 225 years ago — Abraham-Louis Breguet received the patent for his most celebrated invention: the tourbillon. To mark this milestone, Breguet has released the Classique Tourbillon 7357, a stunningly elegant timepiece housed in a remarkably compact 35mm case that pays tribute to the iconic reference 3350, the first modern tourbillon wristwatch created by Daniel Roth during the revival of Breguet in the late 1980s.
Historical Significance: From Reference 3350 to 7357
The original Tourbillon 3350, released in 1989, was the pinnacle of Breguet's collection during the Chaumet brothers' ownership. Housed in a 36mm fluted case available in yellow gold, white gold, or platinum, it featured all of Breguet's hallmarks: guilloché dial, Breguet hands, and the distinctive stepped dial with tourbillon cage at 6 o'clock. The new Classique 7357 modernizes this legacy while going even smaller — a bold counter-trend to the industry's penchant for oversized revival watches.
Technical Specifications
| Case Diameter | 35mm |
| Case Thickness | 9.2mm |
| Lug-to-Lug | 43mm |
| Movement | Calibre 187B (hand-wound) |
| Tourbillon | 1-minute, 2.5Hz, three-armed seconds |
| Power Reserve | 60 hours |
| Balance Spring | Breguet Nivachron |
| Escapement | Silicon |
| Water Resistance | 30 meters |
Two Editions: Platinum and Breguet Gold
The Classique Tourbillon 7357 debuts in two variations. The platinum edition features an anthracite-finished dial with Clous de Paris guilloché center, while the 18k Breguet Gold version offers a warmer silvered dial with barleycorn and hobnail guilloché patterns. Both feature Breguet Arabic numerals on applied chapter rings, and the distinctive "Bleu de France" treatment on the hands — a color reserved for the brand's most exceptional timepieces.
Modern Engineering Meets Classical Craft
Despite its vintage inspiration, the calibre 187B incorporates modern advances including a Breguet Nivachron balance spring and silicon escapement. The movement decoration introduces a new "Dent de Vaulion" guilloché pattern inspired by the iconic peak of the Vallée de Joux, where Breguet's manufacture is located. The tourbillon cage, positioned slightly below the dial level for enhanced visual depth, features three curved seconds hands that follow the cage's contour — a detail that required significant technical refinement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the 35mm case compare to the original 3350?
A: The original 3350 measured 36mm, making the new 7357 even more compact — a deliberate choice that counters the industry trend toward larger revival watches and offers a more period-correct aesthetic.
Q: What is the "Bleu de France" hand treatment?
A: This is a special bluing process reserved for Breguet's most exceptional timepieces, creating a distinctive deep blue hue on the 18k gold hands.
Q: Are the new curved lugs a departure from Breguet tradition?
A: Yes, the 7357 features redesigned ergonomic curved lugs instead of the traditional straight welded lugs — a modern touch from new CEO Gregory Kissing that improves wrist comfort while maintaining the brand's classical aesthetic.
Source: Monochrome Watches — In-Depth review by Brice Goulard, June 26, 2026
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