Breguet Marine Chronographe 5527TI/G2/5WV Guide

The Breguet Marine Chronographe 5527TI/G2/5WV pairs a 42.3 mm titanium case with a slate sunburst dial, a rubber strap and a titanium three-blade deployant clasp, built on the automatic calibre 582QA with a flyback chronograph and a date display set between 4 and 5 o'clock. It sits within Breguet's Marine collection, the brand's sports-oriented line that draws on Breguet's own history supplying chronometers to the French Navy. This guide covers the specifications, how the titanium rubber-strap configuration compares with Breguet's other Marine Chronographe case and strap options, how it wears, price context and what to check before buying. Bizak & Co. sources the 5527TI/G2/5WV to order; the chronographs collection lists the configurations we can seek.

Last reviewed on September 27, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Prices are dated observations, not quotes.

Breguet Marine Chronographe 5527TI/G2/5WV specifications

Reference details cross-checked against general Swiss chronograph manufacturing standards published by the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry.

What does the flyback function add to the Marine Chronographe?

A flyback chronograph resets and restarts the stopwatch in a single push of the reset button, rather than requiring the wearer to stop, zero and restart in three separate steps. On the Marine 5527 this pairs the practical navigational heritage Breguet draws on for the Marine collection with a genuinely useful function for timing successive intervals, whether at sea or simply timing back-to-back tasks on land. The date window sitting between 4 and 5 o'clock, rather than at the more common 3 or 6 o'clock position, is a Breguet Marine styling choice that keeps the lower dial visually balanced against the running seconds and chronograph counters above it.

Titanium vs rose gold, rubber vs leather vs bracelet: which 5527?

Within titanium, the bracelet configuration carries a premium over the rubber strap for the same case and dial, reflecting the cost of the titanium bracelet and clasp. Moving to a rose gold case roughly doubles the price of the equivalent leather-strap titanium piece, which is the larger jump in the range; buyers who want the Marine's design language without the precious-metal cost generally stay within the titanium options and choose rubber, leather or bracelet by use case rather than by price.

How does the titanium Marine Chronographe wear?

At 42.3 mm and 13.9 mm thick, the titanium case is noticeably lighter on the wrist than the equivalent rose gold case, which matters at this diameter since a heavier metal case of the same size can feel top-heavy on a smaller wrist. The rubber strap on the 5WV configuration is the most practical choice for active wear, resisting water and everyday wear better than leather, while the titanium bracelet option on the TW0 gives a dressier, more integrated look at the cost of some of that lightness. The slate dial's sunburst finish shifts between grey and blue-grey depending on the light, which keeps the dial from reading as flat under office lighting the way a matte dial can. The Marine case's fluted bezel and integrated lug design are shared across the whole 5527 family regardless of case metal or strap choice, so the wearing experience differs mainly in weight and in how dressy or sporty the strap or bracelet reads, rather than in the case's underlying proportions.

The Marine collection's naval design language

Breguet's Marine collection takes its visual cues from ship's instruments and naval chronometers, with fluted case flanks recalling a ship's wheel and dial layouts that echo marine timekeeping instruments rather than aviation or motorsport. The chronograph versions, including the 5527, add the flyback function on top of that naval-instrument styling, which suits a line built around precise, repeatable timing at sea. Breguet's own history includes supplying chronometers for maritime and naval use historically, and the Marine collection is the modern line that most directly carries that association forward, distinct from the brand's Classique dress watches and Type XX aviation chronographs.

Price, availability and condition

Bizak & Co. sources watches to order; this catalogue entry is not confirmation that a specific example is on hand for immediate delivery. On 27 September 2026 our sourced catalogue listed the titanium rubber-strap 5527TI/G2/5WV at US$23,199 brand new, against US$26,399 for the titanium bracelet 5527TI/G2/TW0 and US$38,999 for the rose gold leather-strap 5527BR/G3/9WV, all sourced to order and subject to change. Before purchase we confirm the actual watch, recent photographs, condition, included accessories, price, warranty coverage and expected timing; compare any dated quote against shipping, applicable tax and financing cost. Breguet does not publish a single fixed retail price across every market for the Marine Chronographe, so a dated sourced figure like the one above is a more reliable starting point for budgeting than a general retail assumption carried over from an older catalogue.

Is the Marine Chronographe a good investment?

Buy the 5527 for the flyback function, the titanium case and the Marine collection's design language, not as a speculative flip. Breguet's Marine sports watches trade more slowly through the secondary market than Rolex, Audemars Piguet or Patek Philippe sports references, and demand tends to track collectors specifically drawn to Breguet's history and manufacture movements rather than to sports-watch speculation generally. A full-set example with box and papers holds interest better than a watch-only piece; ask for a written cash-buy assessment before committing if resale matters to you. Breguet's own history supplying marine chronometers to navies, a heritage occasionally referenced in watch and instrument lots at auction houses such as Sotheby's, is part of what the Marine collection's naming and design draws on, though that historical chronometer market has little direct bearing on how the current production 5527 is priced or resold. Treat the historical chronometer lots and the current Marine Chronographe collection as related in heritage but separate in how each is priced and traded today.

Buying a used Marine Chronographe 5527: what to check

A used Marine Chronographe should be assessed the same way as any complicated Swiss chronograph: function first, then documentation, then cosmetic condition, in that order, since a watch that looks good but does not chronograph correctly is a costlier repair than one with light cosmetic wear and a confirmed service record.

• Flyback function. Press the reset pusher while the chronograph is running; the hands should snap back to zero and restart immediately rather than stopping first.
• Box and papers. Ask for the original box, warranty card and any service history; Breguet does not reissue lost papers.
• Rubber strap condition. Rubber straps age and can crack or stiffen over time; a worn strap is a straightforward replacement but should be priced into any offer.
• Case and clasp wear. Titanium marks differently from steel; check for scuffing on the case sides and confirm the three-blade deployant clasp opens and closes cleanly.
• Dial condition. The slate sunburst finish should be even; check for scratches or fading under different lighting angles.
• Movement service history. Ask for the last service date; a flyback chronograph mechanism is more complex to service correctly than a simple three-hand movement.
• Price against the band. A full-set example offered well under the catalogue range above is the single most reliable warning sign.

Our authentication process describes what we inspect before dispatch.

Quick answers

How much is a Breguet Marine Chronographe 5527TI/G2/5WV?

Bizak's sourced catalogue listed the titanium rubber-strap 5527TI/G2/5WV at US$23,199 brand new on 27 September 2026, against US$26,399 for the titanium bracelet version and US$38,999 for the rose gold leather-strap version, all sourced to order.

Does the Marine Chronographe have a flyback function?

Yes. The calibre 582QA resets and restarts the chronograph with a single push of the reset button, without needing to stop and zero it first.

What is the difference between the titanium and rose gold Marine 5527?

The case metal and, by extension, the weight and price; titanium versions are lighter and less expensive, while rose gold versions are heavier and carry a substantial premium for the precious metal.

Why is the date window positioned between 4 and 5 o'clock?

It is a Breguet Marine styling choice that keeps the lower dial visually balanced against the running seconds and chronograph counters, rather than using the more common 3 or 6 o'clock date position.

Is the Marine Chronographe water resistant enough for swimming?

The Marine collection is built with water sports in mind and the rubber strap configuration suits that use; confirm the specific water resistance rating for the exact reference and case configuration before diving or swimming with it, since ratings can differ between strap and bracelet versions of the same watch head.

Request a Marine Chronographe 5527 sourcing quote

Tell us your preferred case metal, strap or bracelet configuration and whether papers are required, plus your budget and timing, through our sourcing enquiry form. We confirm the specific watch, photographs, papers and final price before you commit. Catalogue entries: 5527TI/G2/5WV titanium rubber strap, 5527TI/G2/TW0 titanium bracelet; browse the chronographs collection or sell or trade your chronograph.

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