Based in Le Sentier since 1833, Jaeger-LeCoultre holds a special place in watchmaking: for a long time the house supplied its movements to the greatest names in the profession before signing them itself. More than a thousand calibres developed, a catalogue ranging from the ultra-thin watch to the tourbillon, and one object that became an icon, the Reverso.
| Collection | Distinctive feature |
|---|---|
| Reverso | Swivelling case born in 1931 to protect the crystal during polo, Art Deco lines |
| Master Control | Classic three-hand watch, sunburst dial, dress size |
| Polaris | Sporty, heir to the Memovox Polaris of 1968 |
| Rendez-Vous | Women's line, floral indexes, set bezel |
Serial number and its match with the reference, operation and play of the Reverso's swivelling mechanism, condition of the engraved caseback where there is one, running of the movement, authenticity of the strap and of the folding clasp.
That is the historic use of the model, and many older pieces bear a period engraving. A personal engraving generally reduces the resale value, unless it has historical interest.
Yes, it comes in several sizes, from the very elongated Reverso One to the wider Reverso Tribute. The choice depends on the width of the case more than on gender.
Francine Joaillerie is an independent house specialising in pre-owned pieces and is not affiliated with any of the houses mentioned.