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Reverso,
85 years of Surprises and Unexpected Revelations
Jaeger-LeCoultre loves to nurture the imagination and infuse expertise with boldness. The
Reverso watch embodies this quest for the unexpected. A natural, intuitive touch swivels the
case to disclose unsuspected treasures.
On this iconic model, the back is the front... As such, it serves as the ideal place for
personalisation by showcasing Rare Crafts such as engraving, gemsetting or enamelling in
order to meet the whole spectrum of desires from the simplest to the most sophisticated. On
the Reverso Duetto and Duo models, the second dial becomes a territory in which to express
the horological expertise of the Maison and its unbridled creativity.
Since 1931, the year the Reverso watch was created, its emotional impact has remained as
powerful as ever. This undisputed style icon elicits the same wonderment decade after decade.
The strength of its pure, almost discreet lines makes the Reverso timepiece the epitome of
elegance.
“To mark its 85 th birthday, we wished to offer a new vision of the Reverso, so that each
individual can immediately recognise the collection that matches their own character and
the model destined to become theirs. It was about respectfully evolving this legendary watch
while bearing certain key prerequisites in mind:
preserving the nature of this exceptional watch that is a concentrated blend of the wealth of
talent within our Manufacture, as well as safeguarding its elegance and its contemporary spirit;
clarifying the collections by instating three stylistic expressions – Reverso Classic, Reverso
Tribute and Reverso One – with their own distinct worlds and aspirations;
structuring the classic sizes by offering three small, medium and large options;
introducing an automatic movement on a number of models in the Reverso Classic line to
ensure genuine user friendliness;
and, finally, inviting each of you to imagine your own watch via the Atelier Reverso. Such was
our mission, of which we are now delighted and proud to unveil the results.” Daniel Riedo,
CEO Jaeger-LeCoultre.
REVERSO CLASSIC COLLECTION
The Reverso Classic watch has acquired iconic status that sets it apart while exuding a reassuringly
seductive appeal. It is like a beloved face upon which one has gazed a thousand times, yet never
tires of contemplating. Its Art Deco inspiration, its geometrical case, its gadroons, its straight
Arabic numerals, along with its minute track, all make light of passing years and fleeting fashions.
Immune from whims and impervious to fluctuations, the Reverso Classic timepiece draws its
strength from the ideal relative proportions of the length and width of its case, corresponding to
the Golden Ratio theory developed by ancient philosophers and mathematicians.
Available in small, medium and large sizes, the Reverso Classic models are a natural part of both
men’s and women’s wardrobes. More than mere accessories, they add signature touches to personal
charisma and self-confidence. The subtly reworked lugs are slimmer and flow more smoothly over
the wrist. The circular-grained motif on the carrier adds a subtle touch of refinement. The black
and white front dial shared by all models in the Reverso Classic collection is subtly textured, with
a guilloché centre and a vertical-brushed exterior.
Above and beyond details that pay tribute to its classic identity codes, the Reverso features
authentic technical content. This is expressed through the choice of fitting a mechanical automatic
movement in most models of the Reverso Classic collection, thereby meeting the demand for
functionality and user friendliness. While the Reverso is generally associated with a mechanical
manually-wound movement, Jaeger-LeCoultre revels in cultivating a taste for challenges and has
always striven to reconcile apparent opposites. This includes combining horological complications
with simple modes of operation, as well as uniting utility with beauty. Developing an automatic
movement tailored to the confines of the rectangular Reverso dial called upon the full range of
talents within the Manufacture.
Reverso Classic
The back of the Reverso Classic timepiece available in steel and in three different sizes provides
the perfect space on which to give free rein to the imagination, such as through an engraving.
One simple movement enables it to reveal what individuals wish to say about themselves, unless
of course they prefer to keep it discreetly hidden inside the carrier.
Reverso Classic Large Duo
The unexpected can also take the form of a dial indicating a second timezone on the steel or pink
gold Classic Large Duo watch. Capitalising on the principle of reversibility, the Manufacture has
developed and crafted movements capable of driving indications displayed on two separate dials.
This invention remains to date entirely exclusive to the Grande Maison.
A day/night indicator appears at 6 o’clock on the brushed, guilloché front dial, while the black
dial on the back, bearing large stamped hour-markers and graced with “clous de Paris” hobnail
finishing, displays “home time”. Instead of the traditional 12 o’clock numeral, the Jaeger-LeCoultre
anchor symbol dominates this sunburst composition that makes a striking contrast with the linear
nature of the front side. The second dial also springs another surprise by revealing in its centre the
discreet yet tangible presence of the free-swinging oscillating weight.
Reverso Classic Duetto
It is made to be admired, worn and made your own. Crafted in pink gold or steel, it flatters every
wrist in its two sizes: small and medium. With its two back and front dials and a double set of
hands driven by a single movement, it radiates an enduringly seductive elegance. On the back,
the deep black dial features an Art Deco style enhanced by two rows of diamonds that flirt with
the night hours.
The Reverso Classic is appreciated for its enduring qualities that make their way through time
with constantly renewed elegance. They convey the close attention paid by the Manufacture
Jaeger-LeCoultre to those who place their trust in its creative excellence.
REVERSO TRIBUTE COLLECTION
The inspiration behind the Reverso Tribute flows from the very heart of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s
watchmaking expertise. Witness the Reverso Grande Complication watches: the Tourbillon and the
Gyrotourbillon®, the latter belonging to the Hybris Mechanica® collection that vividly reflects the
inventiveness of the Maison.
This collection is clearly intended for a public of connoisseurs with a discerning vision of both its
horological content and its aesthetic. Its different faces are inspired by original models that are an
integral part of the Jaeger-LeCoultre heritage. They caused a sensation when they were launched
and have consistently inspired the Manufacture ever since. The “1931” spirit gives a vintage touch
of a resolutely daring kind, since the watches of that period boldly flaunted chocolate brown, blue
or even red dials that have become great favourites among collectors.
Alongside its generosity in terms of complications and innovations, the Reverso Tribute watch
also stands out through the ideal proportions of its case, its colourful, lightly textured fine-grained
dials, its Dauphine-type hands, its hand-applied hour-markers, as well as the ultimate touch of
refinement conveyed through its sunray-finish carrier.
Driven by mechanical manually-wound movements, all Reverso Tribute models feature the Duo
concept of two independent faces complete with a day/night indicator. A discreet trigger system
serving to adjust the second timezone is seamlessly integrated into the case at 6 o’clock so as to
preserve its smooth aesthetic lines.
Reverso Tribute Duo
The Reverso Tribute Duo radiates a discreet yet distinctive presence. It adopts a decidedly
contemporary attitude with its steel case and blue hour-markers. Its intermediate size expresses
a sophisticated aesthetic. Its front dial is slightly grained to achieve the subtle depth effect
immediately recognised by connoisseurs. It is enlivened by a distinctive small seconds display.
Swivelling the case reveals another dial, embodying a more daring facet of its personality. The
colour blue chimes with the identity codes of the Reverso, setting a different tempo that is both
richer and stronger.
Reverso Tribute Calendar
The more complex Reverso Tribute Calendar watch provides a perfectly balanced representation
of the Manufacture’s expertise. On one side it displays a traditional function, a complete calendar,
and on the other the exclusive Reverso Duo function. The graphic narrative on the front exudes
intense sophistication epitomised in the hammered moon-phase display. This captivating moonphase is echoed in perfect symmetry on the back with an opulently staged day/night indicator.
It is topped with a tiny triangle enabling easy reading. Anthracite predominates on the guilloché
dial with its “clous de Paris” hobnail finish, making a perfect match with the elegant pink gold of
the case. Connoisseurs are bound to single out this Reverso Tribute Calendar watch driven by
Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 853.
Each Reverso model is entrusted with the same mission: to embody a form of watchmaking
wisdom that cultivates a penchant for intrinsic beauty, for subtle equilibrium and for thoughtful
reflection. Reverso Classic and Tribute watches are all imbued with the intriguing theme chosen
for 2016. When the unexpected meets razor-sharp technical and aesthetic content; when
surprise effects become enmeshed with the very nature of time, it is clearly time to revel in the
chance to be astonished.
MANUFACTURE JAEGER-LECOULTRE
Since its founding in 1833, Jaeger-LeCoultre has been delighting connoisseurs
of Fine Watchmaking. Heirs to the inventive spirit of the Manufacture founder,
Antoine LeCoultre, its artisans unite their expertise in creating collections that are
as surprising as they are sophisticated: Reverso, Master, Rendez-Vous, Duomètre,
Geophysic® and Atmos.
The Grande Maison is perpetually inspired by its rich history. The Hybris Mechanica® and Hybris
Artistica® collections testify to the creative passion driving the men and women who exercise their skills
beneath its roof.
In 2016, Jaeger-LeCoultre reveals the unexpected and showcases a new vision of the Reverso, which is
celebrating its 85th birthday.
The unique history of each Jaeger-LeCoultre timepiece begins in the workshops of the Vallée de Joux,
Switzerland and springs to life on the wrist of those who wear it and make it their own.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
MOVEMENT Small
• Quartz, Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 657
• 43 components
• 2.15 mm thick
Medium & Large
• Mechanical automatic Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 965
• 197 components
• 28,800 vibrations per hour
• 38-hour power reserve
• 30 jewels
• Diameter: 20 mm, 4.02 mm thick
FUNCTIONS
• Front: hours, minutes
CASE
• Stainless steel
• Water resistance: 3 bar
Small
• Dimensions: 34 mm x 21 mm
• Thickness: 7.40 mm
Medium
• Dimensions: 40 mm x 24.4 mm
• Thickness: 9.00 mm
Large
• Dimensions: 45.6 mm x 27.4 mm
• Thickness: 9.70 mm
DIAL
• Transferred numerals
• Silver-toned, vertical brushed and guilloché
HANDS
• Baton-type, blued
STRAPS/BRACELET
Small
• Black alligator leather strap with 14 mm stainless steel folding clasp
• Stainless steel bracelet
Medium
• Black alligator leather strap with 16 mm stainless steel folding clasp
Large
• Black alligator leather strap with 18 mm stainless steel folding clasp
REFERENCES
Small
• on leather strap: Q2618430
• on metal bracelet: Q2618130
Medium
• on leather strap: Q2538420
Large
• on leather strap: Q3828420
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Large Duo
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
MOVEMENT
• Mechanical automatic Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 969
• 229 components
• 28,800 vibrations per hour
• 38-hour power reserve
• 30 jewels
• Diameter: 20 mm, 4.77 mm thick
FUNCTIONS
• Front: hours, minutes, 24-hour day/night indication
• Back: second time-zone
CASE
• Stainless steel or 18-carat pink gold
• Dimensions: 47 x 28.3 mm
• Thickness: 11.6 mm
• Water resistance: 3 bar
DIAL
• Front: silver-toned, vertical brushed and guilloché, black transferred numerals
• Back: black with Clous de Paris hobnail guilloché pattern, white hour-markers
HANDS
• Front: blued, hours, minutes, 24-hour day/night indicator
• Back: Dauphine-type, second time-zone hours and minutes
STRAP
• Black alligator leather with 18 mm stainless steel folding clasp
REFERENCES
• Steel: Q3838420
• Gold: Q3832420
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Duetto
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
MOVEMENT
• 38-hour power reserve
Small
• Mechanical manually-wound, Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 844
• 100 components
• 21,600 vibrations per hour
• 18 jewels
• 15.3 mm x 13 mm, 3.45 mm thick
Medium
• Mechanical automatic, Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 968A
• 207 components
• 28,800 vibrations per hour
• 30 jewels
• Diameter: 20 mm, 4.27 mm thick
FUNCTIONS
• Front: hours, minutes
• Back: hours, minutes
CASE
• Stainless steel or 18-carat pink gold
• Water resistance: 3 bar
Small
• Dimensions: 34.2 mm x 21 mm
• Thickness: 8.7 mm
Medium
• Dimensions: 40 mm x 24.4 mm
• Thickness: 9.6 mm
DIAL
• Front: silver-toned, vertical brushed and guilloché, transferred numerals
• Back: black guilloché, silver-toned or gold-toned powdered numerals
HANDS
• Front: baton-type, blued
• Back: Dauphine-type silver-toned or gold-toned
STRAP/BRACELET
• Black alligator leather with stainless steel or 18-carat pink gold folding clasp
• Stainless steel or 18-carat pink gold bracelet
REFERENCES
Small
• Pink gold: Q2662130 (pink gold bracelet) and Q2662430 (leather strap)
• Stainless steel: Q2668130 (stainless steel bracelet) and Q2668430 (leather strap)
Medium
• Pink gold: Q2572120 (pink gold bracelet) and Q2572420 (leather strap)
• Stainless steel: Q2578120 (stainless steel bracelet) and Q2578420 (leather strap)
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duo
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
MOVEMENT
• Mechanical manually-wound, Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 854A/2
• 180 components
• 21,600 vibrations per hour
• 45-hour power reserve
• 21 jewels
• 17.20 mm x 22 mm, 3.8 mm thick
FUNCTIONS
• Front: hours, minutes, small seconds
• Back: second time-zone, 24-hour day/night indicator
CASE
• Stainless steel
• Dimensions: 42.8 mm x 25.5 mm
• Thickness: 9.15 mm
• Water resistance: 3 bar
DIAL
• Hand-applied hour-markers
• Front: finely grained opaline, blue hour-makrers
• Back: blue with Clous de Paris hobnail guilloché pattern, silver-toned hour-markers
HANDS
•Dauphine-type
• Front: blued for the hours, minutes, small seconds
• Back: silver-toned for the hours, minutes and day/night indicator
STRAP
• Dark blue alligator leather with 18 mm stainless steel folding clasp
REFERENCE
•Q3908420
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Calendar
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
MOVEMENT
• Mechanical manually-wound, Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 853
• 283 components
• 21,600 vibrations per hour
• 45-hour power reserve
• 21 jewels
• 17.20 mm x 22 mm, 5.15 mm thick
FUNCTIONS
• Front: hours, minutes, day, month, date, moon phases
• Back: second time-zone, day/night indicator
CASE
• 18-carat pink gold
• Dimensions: 49.4 mm x 29.9 mm
• Thickness: 12.06 mm
• Water resistance: 3 bar
DIAL
• Hand-applied hour-markers
• Front: silver-toned grained opaline, gilt hour-markers
• Back: anthracite Clous de Paris hobnail guilloché pattern, gilt hour-markers
HANDS
•Dauphine-type
• Front: gilt, hours, minutes,
• Back: gilt, hours, minutes, small seconds
STRAP
• Brown alligator leather with 20 mm 18-carat pink gold folding claps
REFERENCE
•Q3912420