Breguet Classique Jump Hour 3420PT

This is the Breguet Classique Jump Hour reference 3420PT. While Breguet may not be the first brand mentioned by collectors today, the brand has one of the strongest legacies when it comes to watchmaking. Originally established in the late 18th century, Louis Breguet was an early adopter of the steel hands with circle motifs, the curved numerals and the guilloche pattern on the dial. The design language is distinctive even up till today. The “Souscription”, a single-hand pocket watch, is one of the most important and famous pocket watches in history. In the early 19th century, Louis Breguet invented the Tourbillion to counteract the effects of gravity and it remains as one of the most sought after complications even today.

This particular reference, the 3420, was introduced by the brand in the 1990s as part of a 800-piece limited edition and instils many of the features that Breguet is famous for such as the distinctive coin-edge case, a blue-steeled hand and painted black Breguet numerals. The singular aperture above the 12 displays the hour on a white enamel dial. With a classic 36mm platinum case and a thickness of 7.5mm, the 3420PT is well-proportioned regardless of period and maintains a timeless and legible time display. By utilizing the jump hour complication in a precious metal case, the 3420PT has achieved a balance of being both luxurious and whimsical.

While Breguets have traditionally been fairly undervalued considering the historical significance and fine watchmaking associated with the brand, it is encouraging to see that the brand has seen somewhat of a renaissance with greater depth and understanding of not just the brand’s legacy but also, of horology as a whole. Given the brand’s artistry in watchmaking, the 3420 with its jump hour complication represents yet another interesting offering among 90s Breguets.

This Breguet 3420PT is in excellent pre-owned condition. There are some fine hairlines on the caseback and bezel from prior use with no significant dings or dents. The dial remains in flawless condition with no signs of age with all the caseback engravings still crisp and legible. The watch does not come with its original box or papers but retains the original Breguet strap and platinum buckle. The jump hour mechanism is crisp and it is in full working order.

Brand Breguet

Model Classique

Reference 3420PT

Case 36

Movement Automatic

Case material Platinum

Bracelet material Leather

Year circa 1990

Condition Very Good

Accessories None. Watch Only

Limited No. Discontinued