Long ago Jaeger-LeCoultre built their reputation as masters of watch design. This commitment to stylistic excellence produced a number of exquisitely sculpted watches (like the Reverso), and the company's tradition for beautiful design continued to show-up in certain models of their later American market watches like this watch, one of our favorite vintage LeCoultre dress watch designs.

Today's offering showcases this wonderful classic LeCoultre. Named the Pershing, it exhibits the style and precision one expects from the 'Grande Maison'.

It has all of its original parts down to all of its hands and original winding crown.

It is in very pleasing restored condition. Its solid 14K gold presents in excellent condition. The dial has previously been restored and is bright and clean. And the movement is quite pristine.

One of our our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, installing a correct new-old-stock mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value). We have installed an new-old-stock mineral glass crystal to give a clear view of the pie-pan shaped dial to the very edge.

It is running extremely strong - it's ticking as strongly as a brand new watch.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new Italian calfskin leather 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 attesting to its performance.

This a special opportunity to own a fine JLC timepiece before it slips into someone's prized collection.

• Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 587,126
• Year built: c. 1949
• Model: 480/CW
• Functions: Time, Subsidiary seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Solid 14K gold
• Case markings (outside): 14K
• Case markings (inside): Cased and Timed by LeCoultre, 14K
• Case condition: Excellent
• Dial: Silver satin with gold dart applique markers and black painted Arabic numerals, genuine signed LeCoultre, previously professionally restored, bright and clean. Please inquire if you would like a fresh very high quality restoration.
• Dimensions: 30mm wide (without crown), 39.5mm lugs tip-to-tip
• Hands: Gold, original, faceted "dauphines"
• Movement type: Cal. 480 C/W, high quality, rhodium plated, fausses cttes decoration, monometallic balance, index regulator
• Movement markings: LeCoultre, Swiss, 480/CW, Seventeen Jewels
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Beat frequency: 18,000 BPH
• Band: Italian calfskin leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
• Crystal: We have installed an new-old-stock mineral glass crystal to give a clear view of the pie-pan shaped dial to the very edge.
• Serviced: One of our our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, installing a correct new-old-stock mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value). We have installed an new-old-stock mineral glass crystal to give a clear view of the pie-pan shaped dial to the very edge. To learn more about our the experience of our team of watchmakers please visit the Team page on our website: https://www.connoisseuroftime.com/pages/team.htm
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running extremely strong - it's ticking as strongly as a brand new watch. 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.
• Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. international 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