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Breguet
Classique 7137BR/15/9VU— lug 18mm

Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU: 18mm strap. Alligator, box calf, shell cordovan and rubber, cut and stitched in Milano. Choose your leather.

Classique 7137 Rose Gold / Silver

Artisanal Note

"This model requires a precise 18mm lug width to preserve the original sartorial balance."

Technical Specifications

Breguet 7137BR/15/9VU
Lug Width
18 mm

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Reference

7137BR/15/9VU

Movement

Breguet caliber 502.3 DR1 Hours, Minutes | Date | Moonphase | Power Reserve Indicator

The Heritage

The Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU is a 39 mm rose gold dress watch embodying European classical watchmaking. It features a manually guilloché white gold dial with Breguet Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, and a moonphase indicator on a midnight blue enamel disc requiring correction every 122 years. The automatic caliber 502.3 DR1 offers hours, minutes, power reserve, date, and moonphase. The case is 18-karat rose gold with a sapphire caseback revealing Côtes de Genève and anglage decoration. The 18 mm lug width ensures balanced proportions on the 39 mm case.

FAQ

What is the lug width of the Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU?

The Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU is fitted with lugs with a width of 18 mm. To verify compatibility with an aftermarket strap, measure with a digital caliper the internal distance between the two lugs at the bottom of the case: the value must be 18 mm with a tolerance of ±0.2 mm.

What is the best strap for the Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU?

For the Classique 7137BR/15/9VU in rose gold, a Louisiana alligator or semi-polished hornback strap in cognac brown, havana or bottle green shades represents the most coherent choice with the watch's aesthetics. Alternatively, box-calf leather in midnight blue or bordeaux offers compact grain and impeccable formality. Vulcanized micro-grain rubber is recommended for intensive daily use.

How do you change the strap on the Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU?

The strap on the Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU is replaced using a dedicated springbar tool, inserting the tip into the lateral eyelets of the lugs to release the 18 mm spring bars. It is advisable to entrust this to a watchmaker or specialized atelier such as Casati Milano to avoid scratches on the 18-carat rose gold case.

Are there aftermarket straps compatible with the Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU?

Yes, all straps with standard 18 mm attachment are compatible with the Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU. On milanostraps.it a wide selection of 18mm straps is available in various materials and colors. For optimal fit, Casati Milano creates custom straps with shaped ends to follow the curved profile of the Classique's lugs.

How long does a leather strap last on a Breguet Classique 7137BR/15/9VU?

The lifespan of a leather strap depends on the material and daily use. A quality alligator strap, with moderate use and proper storage away from moisture and perfumes, lasts on average 2 to 4 years before showing significant signs of wear. Box-calf leather has a similar lifespan but is less water resistant. Casati Milano offers an 18-month warranty on manufacturing defects on all handcrafted straps.

The next step

The right strap isn’t chosen. It is built, together.

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