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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Gran’Sport: The First “Beefcake” Reverso

January 23, 2019 By Stephen 1 Comment

Given the clever retrograde chronograph movement, the Gran’Sport Chronograph is the pick of the Gran’Sport lineup today. It’s really too bad that gorgeous Reverso Chronographe Rétrograde is out of the price range for most people.

Filed Under: Grails, History Tagged With: 829, 859, Chronograph, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Chronograph Retrograde, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Gran'Sport, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Gran'Sport Chronograph, retrograde

Jaeger-LeCoultre Gyrotourbillon 1: Grails Go Grey-Market

January 15, 2019 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Today we’re looking at something truly special: A groundbreaking movement in a limited-edition watch that retailed for well over a quarter-million dollars. But there’s another story here, too: The grey market for expensive watches that are a bit past their prime, and the steep discounts that follow. The result is a $150k discount on a basically-new piece of haute horology.

Filed Under: Grails Tagged With: Geotourbillon, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaeger-LeCoultre Geotourbillon, Jaeger-LeCoultre Geotourbillon 1, Jaeger-LeCoultre Hybris Mechanica, perpetual calendar, Tourbillon

Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX1 Alarm Titanium: Standout Sports Watch

April 30, 2018 By Stephen 1 Comment

I fell in love with this Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX1 Alarm Titanium limited edition on first sight and still love it just as much today. That’s why it’s one of the final watches in my “Watch A Day” series. The dial is lovely, with different textures, materials, and depths all coming together as a cohesive whole. It’s wonderfully legible and sports a cool complication. It’s got an amazing history from one of the best brands. And above all, it’s a wearable, enjoyable watch. What more could you ask?

Filed Under: Collection, Watch A Day

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duo: Classic Elegance Incarnate

April 6, 2018 By Stephen 1 Comment

Today’s watch is a wonderful travel companion, a versatile and elegant accessory, and a true classic: The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duo. This was my first high-end watch and cemented in me a love for Jaeger-LeCoultre.

Filed Under: Collection, Watch A Day Tagged With: 854/1, GMT, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, Reverso

Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX1 Alarm Titanium Limited Edition

January 11, 2017 By Stephen 3 Comments

A few years ago, I was visiting lovely Como, Italy when I came across a very special watch. Alongside the usual selection of little old Rolex and Omega watches was a dark beauty: A Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX1 Limited Edition in titanium with a deep ruthenium dial. I brought that watch home and it’s become a favorite of mine. Now there’s a similar watch up for auction, and I suggest that you take a look!

Filed Under: Grails Tagged With: alarm, AMVOX, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX, Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX1, Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX1 Alarm Titanium, Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox, Titanium

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