Usually when things are complicated, it means more stress, more work, and more effort, but in the end, it's worth it. The same holds true for vintage wristwatches, where gifted artisans and engineers from years gone by labored months and years to create complicated timepieces that transcend art and talent. When it comes to vintage wristwatches, the highest realms of respect and value are reserved for these watches that do much more than merely tell time.

Today's offering showcases one of these very desirable watches. Powered by a complicated, original Jaeger-LeCoultre movement, this watch made shortly after the end of World War II possesses advanced capabilities that track the date, day of the week, and month, earning it its place as a true "Triple Calendar". And unlike some triple calendars, the month even changes automatically when the date advances to the first.

Besides the precision of its movement, its beauty makes it stand out. We have always felt this model is supremely elegant. Its case is large for a dress watch from the era - 36mm in diameter, the same size as a Rolex Datejust, and its beautiful tear drop lugs make it 46mm long lug tip to tip. And its red miniature track really complements the red date hand and gives the watch color.

Our photos couldn't begin to do it justice. JLC made these big beauties in steel, 14K gold, and 18K gold, like this one, their finest case material.

It retains its original parts down to all hands.

Its full size, attractive case presents in excellent condition with crisp, unpolished hallmark on the lug and side. It shows very little signs of any previous polishing. Unlike many if not most of these watches, whose lugs have had to have been reinforced by a jeweler or watchmaker at some point in their history, this case is honest and original showing no previous work done.

Its silver dial with its cut outs for displaying the month and day of the week in English, was previously expertly restored and is bright and clear. And its complicated Jaeger-LeCoultre movement is clean.

One of our Master Watchmakers 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, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value). The stem has the tinest bit of a bend in it which is only noticeable when really scrutinizing the crown while winding. All functions work well.

It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time better than many new JLC's in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a new Teju lizard strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

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

Note: A published example of this desirable model can be found in Zaf Basha's fine book, Jeager LeCoultre: A Guide for the Collector, pp. 60-65. One can also be found in Franco Cologni's Jaeger-LeCoultre: The History of the Grande Maison, 2006, pg. 334.

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and also has done authorized work for some of the Richemont brands which include Cartier, Vacheron & Constantin, IWC, JLC and others.

Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
Country of origin: Switzerland, made for the U.S. market
Year built: c. 1946
Serial no.: 377,191
Model: Triple Date Calendar
Function: Hours, Minutes, Day, Date, Month, Subsidiary Seconds
Case material: 18K gold
Case markings (outside): Jaeger-LeCoultre case number 335,181A
Case markings (inside): Gold hallmarks and LeCoultre pine tree hallmark
Case condition: Presents in excellent condition with crisp, unpolished hallmark on the lug and side. It shows very little signs of any previous polishing
Dimensions: 36mm wide (excluding crown), 46mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Silver, gold applique Arabic and faceted dart indexes, red outer date track, apertures for day, date, month, subdials in English, very well-restored previously
Hands: Original, gold, dauphines, red tipped gold date hand
Movement type: High-grade, manually wound, rectangular, cal. 451/A, rhodium finished, "fausses côtes" decoration, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, flat balance spring
Movement markings: LeCoultre Co., Swiss, 451/A
Band: Teju lizard, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. We also stock a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 17mm
Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers 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, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time better than many new JLC's in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and also has done authorized work for some of the Richemont brands which include Cartier, Vacheron & Constantin, IWC, JLC and others.
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

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