Jaeger-LeCoultre 

Jaeger-LeCoultre, a Swiss luxury watch and clock manufacturer founded by Antoine LeCoultre in 1833 when he set up his eponymous workshop in Le Sentier, Switzerland. Antoine LeCoultre was a skilled craftsman and soon invented industry-leading precision tools that enabled LeCoultre to develop miniature watch components. LeCoultre is an industry insider’s favourite, admired for its technical prowess and commitment to advanced in-house watchmaking.  

Since the beginning, LeCoultre has continuously renewed its creativity and inventiveness. Starting with the invention of industry-leading precision tools that enabled LeCoultre to develop miniature watch components. During 180 years, JLC has hundreds of inventions and patents, created more than 1200 calibers, its many contributions to watchmaking over the years include the smallest caliber ever made, the most complicated wristwatch and a near-perpetual movement, which today have earned it unique renown in the watchmaking industry.  

One of the greatest inventions, in 1847 when Antonie LeCoultre makes a revolutionary system: the crown winding system. It put away the need for a key to wind the watch and set it to time. A single lever crown serves these two purposes. This invention is still until today for almost all mechanical watches comprise this type of system. In 1851, at the Universal Exhibition in London, LeCoultre won a gold award for its innovative keyless winding system. 

In 1903, LeCoultre answered French watchmaker, Edmond Jaeger’s industry-wide challenge to produce his slim-line movement designs. The result was the thinnest watch movement in the world and the start of a collaboration that would culminate in the birth of Jaeger-LeCoultre 30 years later.  

Since 1833, LeCoultre has been making cutting edge movements and mechanical timepieces for men and women.  Over time, JLC has provided movements for many major brands like Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin. Its most famous creation, the Reverso, is widely considered one of the great watches of the twentieth century. 

“A demonstration of the creative artistry of LeCoultre – a dress watch for men.” 

Jaeger-LeCoultre - Reverso

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, introduced in 1931, is a watch born out of necessity and innovation. During the British colonial era in India, British Army officers who played polo needed a watch that could withstand the intense physical demands of the sport. To solve this problem, Jacques-David LeCoultre, in collaboration with French designer René-Alfred Chauvot, developed a watch with a unique reversible case. This ingenious design allowed the wearer to turn the watch face around, protecting the delicate crystal with a solid metal back. The sleek rectangular case of the Reverso, influenced by the Art Deco movement, quickly became a symbol of functionality and elegance. 

Over the years, the Reverso has evolved without losing its original design. Jaeger-LeCoultre introduced several complications, including moon phases and double dials, which enhanced the appeal of the watch without altering its iconic shape. The Reverso’s ability to transition from sport to formal wear, combined with its timeless design, has made it a favourite among royalty, celebrities and watch enthusiasts alike. Today, the Reverso is a testament to Jaeger-LeCoultre’s dedication to craftsmanship and innovation, and remains one of the brand’s most celebrated models and a true icon in the world of watchmaking. 

Jaeger-LeCoultre  
2019 Reverso Classic 
Automatic Wristwatch 

FULL KIT - Box & Papers!
 
Today, we are presenting a collectible timepiece from one of the most revered brands in luxury watches: the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic automatic wristwatch, reference 214.8.S5, dated 2019 - FULL KIT. 

This self-winding watch is powered by an original Jaeger-LeCoultre automatic movement, featuring a two-hand design without a second hand. As a Swiss-made masterpiece, It exemplifies the brand's renowned quality. 

Cased in an elegant 27.5x38.2mm rectangular rotating polished stainless steel case, this watch features a fixed reeded bezel and a solid case back that has never been engraved. It is water-resistant up to 3 bar and is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, complete with an original signed crown." 

Its pristine, original silver-tone guilloche dial is adorned with black Arabic numerals, a black minute track, and blued steel sword-shaped hands. The dial is signed with the LeCoultre name/logo at the top and "Automatique" at the bottom. 

Fitted with the original Jaeger-LeCoultre black leather strap and a stainless steel deployant buckle.  Also, It is coming with the original box and papers.

This is a truly attractive timepiece in LOVELY condition, and it keeps excellent time!

Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers. 
 
Case Back Markings: 
JL 
JAEGER-LECOULTRE 
1000 Hours Control 
214.8.S5 
3203462 
Swiss Made  
 
Measurements (mm):
Case 27.5x38.2  
Case w/Crown 29.5    
Case Lug to Lug 45.3  
Case Thickness 8.6  
Lug Width 20 
Band Width 20   

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size. 

We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust the lighting, when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.  

The condition is pre-owned.   
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended. 
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.  
 
It will be carefully packed.  

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