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Old 22 August 2022, 10:48 PM   #1
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NWA First Breguet!
I have been eyeing the Breguet Marine 5517 blue dial since its release in 2018. That model was in WG, leather strap and came with a beautiful blue guilloche dial. I did not have the funds then.

Then in 2021, Breguet released the titanium bracelet version of the blue 5517 and I registered my interest with my AD early this March. Besides the more affordable pricing, I like titanium watches. Hence decided to forgo the guilloche one of the WG. I reckon Breguet will never release a Guilloche blue of the 5517 in titanium. The call came today and I'm a happy man.

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That wooden box is beautifully constructed and smell really nice. :)

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Old 22 August 2022, 10:54 PM   #2
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Congrats! Never seen a breguet i didnt love and that one is no exception. Beautiful!
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Old 23 August 2022, 03:42 AM   #3
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Many congrats!! I absolutely love my Breguet Marine, the brand is far too undervalued and it is a true timepiece connoisseurs brand.




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Old 23 August 2022, 04:18 AM   #4
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congrats brother! beautiful dial!
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Old 23 August 2022, 04:33 AM   #5
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Old 23 August 2022, 04:47 AM   #6
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Very beautiful and what a blue!
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Old 23 August 2022, 05:55 AM   #7
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Fabulous. Would love to se more pics!
There is just something about Breguet.
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Old 23 August 2022, 06:44 AM   #8
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Congratulations- incredible watch
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Old 23 August 2022, 01:25 PM   #9
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Congrats! Never seen a breguet i didnt love and that one is no exception. Beautiful!
Thank you! Hope this is the first of many Breguets to come.

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Many congrats!! I absolutely love my Breguet Marine, the brand is far too undervalued and it is a true timepiece connoisseurs brand.
I remember your post of your Marine. Pls continue to post more pics of yours! Love that big date and guilloche, and thank you!

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congrats brother! beautiful dial!
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Enjoy!
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Very beautiful and what a blue!
Thank you! Yes I really like blue dials in general and this one beats my expectation!

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Fabulous. Would love to se more pics!
There is just something about Breguet.
Thanks! Happy to oblige!

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Old 24 August 2022, 01:44 AM   #10
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That’s a beautiful watch, congratulations. I’m a big Breguet fan.
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Old 24 August 2022, 10:30 AM   #11
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That’s a beautiful watch, congratulations. I’m a big Breguet fan.
Thank you!
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Old 24 August 2022, 11:40 AM   #12
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Love all the Breguet Marines. Congrats!
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Old 24 August 2022, 11:51 AM   #13
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Love all the Breguet Marines. Congrats!
Thank you!

Here's another picture without direct sunlight.

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Old 24 August 2022, 12:27 PM   #14
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Nice! Awesome pick-up!
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Old 24 August 2022, 01:39 PM   #15
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Never noticed Breguet as a brand until I started looking at the higher end. They really do make some beautiful watches. Nice choice.
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Old 24 August 2022, 04:09 PM   #16
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Old 24 August 2022, 10:51 PM   #17
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Old 25 August 2022, 01:56 PM   #18
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Great pickup! I never take mine off now. How do you find the Ti bracelet?
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Old 25 August 2022, 03:13 PM   #19
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Great pickup! I never take mine off now. How do you find the Ti bracelet?
I ordered this watch after reading online news without actually seeing it. Frankly, this bracelet beats my expectation. At first I thought it is all brushed but after I got my watch, I can see that the chamfered part of each connecting links are mirrored polish (the "black polish" in the photo below). It looks and feels premium. And being titanium, it is very comfortable and I am totally not surprised you are wearing it daily. I would too.

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Old 26 August 2022, 02:39 AM   #21
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I ordered this watch after reading online news without actually seeing it. Frankly, this bracelet beats my expectation. At first I thought it is all brushed but after I got my watch, I can see that the chamfered part of each connecting links are mirrored polish (the "black polish" in the photo below). It looks and feels premium. And being titanium, it is very comfortable and I am totally not surprised you are wearing it daily. I would too.

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Very nice, looks like I’ll have to pick up the bracelet some day though the rubber strap by Breguet is pretty great too.
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Old 26 August 2022, 10:19 AM   #22
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Very nice piece. My first “nice non-rolex” was a Type XX in 2005. Still have it, but gets zero wrist time.

They are exceptional, but sadly underrated.

Did you actually have to wait and be put on interest list? Did you get a discount?


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Old 26 August 2022, 12:04 PM   #23
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Very nice, looks like I’ll have to pick up the bracelet some day though the rubber strap by Breguet is pretty great too.
Both are great imo.

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Very nice piece. My first “nice non-rolex” was a Type XX in 2005. Still have it, but gets zero wrist time.

They are exceptional, but sadly underrated.

Did you actually have to wait and be put on interest list? Did you get a discount?
Thank you!

Agree with you - Breguet watches are very under-rated despite their history and quality.

I placed the order with my AD (at 50% deposit) in March this year and got it in August. In March, Breguet was unable to commit to a delivery timeline with my AD. There was no stock at the Breguet Boutique too hence I went ahead with my AD.
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Old 28 August 2022, 09:28 AM   #24
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Beautiful piece and well worth the wait I’m sure! The serial number is special as well for a true Breguet fan.
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Old 28 August 2022, 09:37 AM   #25
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Beautiful piece and well worth the wait I’m sure! The serial number is special as well for a true Breguet fan.
Thanks! Good spot there - year of founding. I had a very pleasant surprise when My AD first inform me about it
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Old 28 August 2022, 09:52 AM   #26
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Thanks! Good spot there - year of foundation. I had a very pleasant surprise when My AD first inform me about it
So special - cheers!
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Old 28 August 2022, 09:51 PM   #27
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I really like that watch on bracelet. Thanks for the additional photos. Congrats!
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