Long ago Jaeger-LeCoultre built their reputation as masters of watch design with iconic models like the Reverso. The company continued to carry on the tradition with watches like this one.

The beautiful LeCoultre wristwatch featured in today's offering showcases a wonderful late Art Deco design. From the uncommon and dramatic, 14K gold case with sculpted lugs, to the striking, two-tone Art Deco and high-grade Jaeger-LeCoultre movement, this watch showcases the style and quality associated with the "Grande Maison."

It is a World War II era watch made for the U.S. market.

Its original signed LeCoultre case is in excellent condition. Its striking dial has just been restored by one of the leading dial experts in North America. And its very fine handwound Jaeger-LeCoultre movement is running strong and true.

Our Master Watchmaker, our highest level watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, installing a new-old-stock crystal, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $595 value).

After more than 70 years, it is still keeping extremely impressive time, running accurately within a few seconds per day.

For the finishing touch we have installed a brand new genuine Teju lizard strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

Jaeger-LeCoultre
At the beginning of modern watchmaking is Jaeger-LeCoultre, the esteemed watch firm created and built by Antoine LeCoultre, whose tireless commitment to quality and innovation launched the advancement of fine timepieces as we know them. As a true 'manufacture' of timepieces, Jaeger-LeCoultre helps set the standard for luxury watchmaking.

The company's workmanship is so respected that other esteemed Swiss watchmakers such as Patek Philippe and of the world's top watch firms used Jaeger-LeCoultre movements to power their pieces.

• Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 261,165
• Year built: c. 1944
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Solid 14K gold
• Case markings (inside): L.W.W.C., Inc. 14K, U.S.A., 24910
• Case condition: Excellent with light wear
• Dimensions: 20mm wide (without the crown) by 38mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Two-tone silver, exaggerated gold dart indexes, gold half spheres and large Arabic 12, recessed seconds dials, expertly restored
• Hands: Original, gold, 'dauphines'
• Movement type: High grade, manually wound, rhodium-plated, “fausses côtes” decoration, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, flat balance-spring
• Movement markings: LeCoultre, Swiss, Seventeen Jewels
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Beat frequency: 18,000 BPH
• Band: Crocodile, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
• Crystal: Acrylic, mint condition
• Serviced: Our Master Watchmaker, our highest level watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, installing a new-old-stock crystal, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $595 value).
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system
• Warranty: 1-year international C.O.T. warranty.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide