The history of this Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto
The House of Jaeger-LeCoultre gave birth to the Reverso in 1931 in response to a very practical requirement of polo players in British India: to protect the glass during play by means of a case capable of turning over in its cradle. This Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto 266.5.44 takes up this Art Deco architecture and adds a more precious reading. The Duetto should not be confused with a Duoface. Here, the two faces are not used to display 2 distinct time zones, but to offer 2 aesthetic expressions of the same time, driven by the calibre 844.
Case, calibre and bracelet of this Reverso Duetto
The rectangular case measures 21 mm wide, with a reversible construction in steel and 750 yellow gold. The front features a silver guilloché dial, black Arabic numerals, a rectangular minute track and sword-shaped blued hands. The reverse reveals a more elegant mother-of-pearl dial, framed by 2 lines of diamonds arranged on the horizontal parts of the case. The crystal is sapphire. The Calibre 844 is a hand-wound mechanical manufacture movement, dedicated to hours and minutes on both sides, without a second hand, with a power reserve of around 40 hours and a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour. The two-tone bracelet in steel and 750 yellow gold naturally extends the design of the case with a signed folding clasp.
Why this Jaeger-LeCoultre watch
This Reverso Duetto is interesting on occasion because it brings together several sought-after codes in a discreet format. It retains the graphic rigour of the classic Reverso while adding a second mother-of-pearl and gem-set dial, which is rarer in everyday use. The result speaks to a clientele that wants a luxury second-hand watch that is identifiable, feminine and mechanically coherent, without tipping over into an overly demonstrative piece. The combination of steel and 750 yellow gold also brings a warmer presence than an all-steel version, while retaining the versatility of a metal bracelet.
Delivered contents and condition
This watch is delivered without box or original papers. However, it accompanies its future owner with a The Swiss Collector box and comes with a 24-month warranty. Its general condition is very good. The watch has been repolished for the sale, giving it a clean and bright presentation, while remaining consistent with its status as a previously worn watch. The slight residual signs of use are consistent with a well-cared-for second-hand piece, with the case, bracelet and 2 dials offering a very enhancing presence on the wrist.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. As Switzerland's leading second-hand retailer with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for on-site fitting and collection or fully secure international shipping.
* Very good condition - watch already worn and polished. Slight signs of external wear. Case and bracelet in excellent condition overall.
