Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Jaeger Le Coultre- Master Minute Repeater


Since 1833, when the inventive Charles Antoine LeCoultre established this venerable watchmaker, it has produced some of the most outstanding and innovative timepieces. It wasn't until 1931, however, that the Jaeger-LeCoultre brand rose to international fame. It was then that the Reverso - an ingenious reversible watch - was unveiled to the public.

Two years in development, this is a stunning addition to the Jaeger lineup. It is the first minute-repeater that is water resistant to 50 meters. It displays its functions on the front dial which offer a view into this miniaturized wonder of mechanical engineering. The watch chimes - which are sublime to hear and which were designed in collaboration with the Orchestra Leader Georges PrĂȘtre - produce a very sonorous 55 decibels (at two feet away). An incredible 15-day power reserve. Limited to a very exclusive 200 individually numbered pieces.

Also features: Luminescent hour markers. All parts are hand-chamfered and polished. Nickel silver sunray-patterned bottom plate.

Technical Data:

Case:   Titanium
Dial Color:   Open-worked
Watch Bracelet / Strap:   Leather - Purple Alligator
Watch Clasp:   Titanium Deployant Clasp
Movement:   Mechanical Manual
Engine:   Calibre Jaeger-LeCoultre 947 (21,600vph, 41 rubies)
Functions:   Hours, Minutes, Power Reserve, Minute Repitition, Quarters and Hours Repitition.
Crystal:   Sapphire - Anti Reflective
Case Diameter:   43.0 mm
Caseback:   Sapphire Crystal display back. Gorgeous rear decoration.
Bezel Material:   Titanium
Bezel Function:   Fixed
Water Resistance:   50m / 165ft (suitable for showering; not usually suitable for swimming; unsuitable for diving)
Crown:   Titanium, Fluted
Power Reserve:   15-day power reserve

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