Introduced in 1931 as a for polo players to protect their watch crystals, the Reverso is the brand's halo-model that collectors adore for almost a century. The Reverso One Reedition Q3258470 is inspired by the vintage lady-sized references, its 32.5mm by 16.3mm steel houses a quartz caliber which achieved a 7mm thickness.
The rectangular case structure retains the patented swiveling mechanism and lateral gadroons, allowing the solid case back to rotate and shield the primary display.
Since its founding in Switzerland's Vallée de Joux in 1833 by Antoine LeCoultre, Jaeger-LeCoultre has established itself as a true manufacture, bringing nearly every aspect of watchmaking under one roof. This comprehensive in-house capability has earned it the esteemed title of "the watchmaker's watchmaker," as it historically supplied movements to many other prestigious brands.
The brand's portfolio is defined by both profound technical mastery and iconic design. Jaeger-LeCoultre is responsible for horological milestones such as the Calibre 101, which remains the world's smallest mechanical movement, and the near-perpetual Atmos clock, powered by minute changes in ambient temperature. Perhaps its most recognizable creation is the Reverso, a watch born from the need for a durable timepiece for polo players in 1931, which features a unique swiveling case that has become a celebrated icon of Art Deco design.
Overall Grade: 8 / 10 | Great, Visible Wear Production: est. 2018 Contents: Watch Only Genre: Dress Watch
Size: 16x33mm Thickness: approx. 7mm Lug Width: approx. 14mm
Case: Stainless steel reversible case, mirrored finish, visible wear Bezel: Fixed, gadrooned bezel, mirrored finish, visible wear Dial: Black dial, printed Arabic numerals, time-only Hands: Steel, dauphine hands
Crown: Stainless steel, push/pull crown, visible wear Crystal: Sapphire crstal, visible wear Bracelet: Black leather strap, visible wear Caseback: Stainless steel, solid caseback, visible wear Movement: Quartz Caliber: 657