On This Day in 2026: Breguet Released the Type XX Chronographe 2075BH

A high-flying tribute to 250 years of horological mastery and the rugged soul of French naval aviation.

The year 2026 marked a monumental milestone for the watchmaking world: the 250th anniversary of the founding of Breguet. Since Abraham-Louis Breguet opened his doors at Quai de l'Horloge in Paris in 1775, the maison has been synonymous with the tourbillon, the Breguet overcoil, and the aesthetic of royalty. However, on April 19, 2026, Breguet reminded the world that its legacy isn't just found in the courts of Versailles, but also in the cockpits of the French military.

The Release

The unveiling of the Type XX Chronographe 2075BH was the centerpiece of the 250th-anniversary celebrations. While many expected a high-complication dress watch, Breguet chose to lean into its mid-century "tool watch" pedigree. The Type XX lineage traces back to 1953, when the French Ministry of Defense issued a specification for a pilot