£3,950.00
Jaeger-LeCoultre introduced the Reverso in 1931 for polo players who needed a watch robust enough to survive impacts during a match, with the ingenious reversible case protecting the dial while preserving a slim, geometric Art Deco profile. This reference 260.5.08 continues that lineage in a more contemporary form, combining stainless steel and 18 ct yellow gold in a two-tone case measuring approximately 19 × 33 mm. The silvered dial with Arabic numerals and elegant hands keeps the classic Reverso aesthetic intact, while the case’s proportions remain faithful to the original 1930s concept.
This particular example is fitted with a white leather strap, giving the watch a brighter, more modern character and providing a striking contrast to the warmth of the gold accents. The combination of two-tone metal and a light strap brings a refined, dress-oriented presence to the wrist, while still allowing the signature slide-and-flip mechanism to function exactly as intended. Its slim profile makes it comfortable for daily wear, and the white strap emphasises the clean lines of the dial and case.
Inside is Jaeger-LeCoultre’s quartz calibre 608, a precise and low-maintenance movement used widely in smaller Reverso models of the late twentieth century. This choice of movement helped preserve the elegant dimensions of the case without sacrificing accuracy or practicality. The result is a piece that blends the Reverso’s historic design language with modern reliability—an enduring interpretation of one of the most recognisable watch designs in Swiss horology.
| Complications | No complications. |
|---|---|
| Movement | Jaeger-LeCoultre Cal.608 |
| Case Size | 19,5 mm x 33 mm |
| Delivery | Watch only. |
| Reference | 260.5.08 |
The JLC Calibre 608 is a quietly clever ultra-thin quartz movement; efficient, discreet, and designed to let the case shape the elegance. At just 1.6 mm thick, it gives the watch its refined profile while keeping everything reliable and stable over time.
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