Lot 70
Breguet

Classique Chronograph Ref. 3237 in 18k Yellow Gold

Ref. 3237BA
ResultPassed
Total bids2
EstimateCHF 12'000 – 24'000
LocationOffice, Zurich
  • No buyer’s premium

Reasons to Bid

The Breguet Classique Chronograph Ref. 3237 is a quintessential example of the brand’s traditional watchmaking style, combining elegant design with a finely finished hand-wound chronograph movement. The 36mm 18k yellow gold case features Breguet’s familiar fluted case flanks and straight welded lugs, giving the watch balanced, timeless proportions. The solid gold dial with true rose engine guilloché displays the kind of detailed engine-turning and clean layout that define Breguet’s Classique line. Inside beats the Caliber 533, based on the Lemania 2310, one of the most admired column-wheel chronograph movements in watchmaking. Breguet, under Daniel Roth’s direction, reworked and finished the movement to a high standard, resulting in a chronograph that is both mechanically notable and visually refined. The Ref. 3237 remains one of the most appreciated hand-wound chronographs in Breguet’s modern history.

CaseRound case in 18k yellow gold with chronograph pushers at 2 and 4 o'clock, fluted flanks, winding crown at 3 o'clock, display caseback
StrapBeige leather strap with Breguet pin buckle in 18k yellow gold
DialSilver guilloche dial with engraved roman numerals, heat-blued Breguet hands, small seconds at 9 o'clock, 30 minute chronograph counter at 3 o'clock, signed 'Breguet' at 12 o'clock
MovementHand-wound mechanical movement Cal. 137, functions: hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph
Cal.137
Ref.3237BA
Case No.654
Diameter:36mm
Lug-to-lug43mm
YearApproximately 1990s
Case:Good, signs of wear
Strap:Good, signs of wear
Dial:Very good, minor patination and discoloration
Movement:Partial service recommended (chronograph not working)
Amplitude (Dial on top/Lift angle 52):Approximately 320°
Accuracy (Dial on top):Approximately -10 sec/day
Watch only:Yes