1943 Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage Mens Midsize Watch, Beautiful Case - 14K Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Item No. 8718R

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 knot lug watch, one of our favorite vintage LeCoultre dress watch designs.

The early example of a knot lug LeCoultre showcased in today's offering exhibits the style and precision one expects from the 'Grande Maison'. The sculpted solid 14K gold case is good condition. The dial is a vintage restoration. And the movement is clean and running true.

One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it. It is keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new crocodile strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

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

  • Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
  • Country of origin: Switzerland, made for the U.S. market
  • Serial no: 299,528
  • Functions: Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds
  • Designed for: Men
  • Case material: 14K gold
  • Case markings (inside): L.W.W.Co, Inc. (LeCoultre Wrist Watch Co.) 14K, 27529 - note the several hand-engraved watchmaker's markings showing a service history.
  • Case condition: Excellent condition with light wear. The center of the back is only lightly worn but it does have a few light hairlines that the camera didn't pick up. Presents very nicely on the wrist.
  • Dimensions: 29mm wide (excluding crown), 39.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
  • Dial: Silver, gold dart applique markers and radial Arabic numerals, sunken subsidiary seconds dial, older clean restoration, excellent condition with fairly light aging. Please inquire if you would like a fresh expert restoration
  • Hands: Original, gold, faceted "dauphines"
  • Movement markings: LeCoultre Co, Swiss, Seventeen 17 Jewels, Unadjusted
  • Jewels: 17 rubies
  • Beat frequency: 18,000 BPH
  • Band: Crocodile, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
  • Width between lugs: 16mm
  • Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
  • Serviced by C.O.T.: One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it.
  • Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is keeping very accurate time.
  • Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
  • 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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