Breguet has unveiled the Marine Hora Mundi 5555, a distinguished timepiece celebrating the Maison's 250th anniversary. This exclusive edition, limited to merely 50 units, introduces a unique aesthetic with its first-ever offering in a rich Breguet gold casing. It stands out with a meticulously crafted two-level dial that marries a guilloché gold base with a sapphire disc, featuring intricately enameled continents and luminous city lights, creating a captivating nocturnal world map. Powering this intricate display is the advanced 77F1 caliber, renowned for its instant dual-time, date-jump, and day/night functionalities, catering perfectly to the needs of discerning world travelers.
Inspired by NASA's iconic 'Black Marble' satellite images, the watch brilliantly captures the essence of Earth at night, portraying cities as glittering beacons against the profound blue expanse. Designed with the contemporary globetrotter in mind, the Hora Mundi 5555 provides the unparalleled ability to customize the city disc to any of the 24 global time zones, emphasizing its bespoke craftsmanship.
The dial's sophisticated two-tier construction is a testament to both traditional artistry and modern innovation. The lower layer, fashioned from solid gold, is hand-engraved with meridians and parallels, transitioning from a light sky-blue to a deep navy, reminiscent of the ocean meeting the horizon. Suspended above this is a transparent sapphire disk, adorned with three distinct stages of hand-painted miniature enamel. This includes reverse-engraved continents fired in grand feu, delicate floating clouds on the crystal's surface, and phosphorescent enamel dots that illuminate as city lights. This elaborate and patented enamel process guarantees that each dial is a singular masterpiece, with no two nocturnal cloudscapes ever being identical.
Housed within a refined 43.9 mm Marine case, the Hora Mundi 5555 is equipped with Breguet’s proprietary caliber 77F1. This robust movement, patented since its introduction in 2022, boasts a mechanical memory feature that allows for instantaneous switching between home and local times via a pusher located at 8 o’clock. Automatic date adjustments and a day/night indicator ensure impeccable synchronization across both time zones. A sapphire caseback offers a glimpse into the watch’s intricate mechanics, revealing a gold-toned oscillating weight and a 'Quai de l’Horloge' guilloché framing, a heartfelt nod to Abraham-Louis Breguet’s profound maritime legacy. This exquisite blend of technical precision and centuries-old expertise defines the watch's exceptional character.
The Marine Hora Mundi 5555 is more than just a time-telling device; it is a celebration of exploration, craftsmanship, and the art of watchmaking. Its unique design and advanced features make it a coveted item for collectors and travelers alike, symbolizing Breguet’s enduring commitment to innovation and luxury. This limited-edition piece not only honors the brand's rich history but also pushes the boundaries of horological artistry.