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 knot lug LeCoultre showcased in today's auction exhibits the style and precision one expects from the 'Grande Maison'.

It presents in pleasing condition.

Its sculpted solid 14K gold case has fairly light remnants of wear on the back from a previously installed band - otherwise it presents as scratch-free with signs of previous polishing.

Its silver dial was just restored by one of the leading dial experts in North America.

And its high-grade movement looks is very clean.

Besides the dial restoration, one of our Master watchmakers has fully serviced the watch and restored the movement which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, tightening the cannon pinion, reassembling and lubricating the movement, putting the balance in better beat, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).

It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time. Note the numerous hand-engraved markings on the inside of the case back showing a very extensive service history.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new genuine alligator leather 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.

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.

Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
Country of origin: Switzerland, made for the U.S. market
Serial no: 464,129
Year made: c. 1947
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: 14K gold
Case condition: Has fairly light remnants of wear on the back from a previously installed band - otherwise it presents as scratch-free with signs of previous polishing.
Case markings (inside): LeCoultre, 14K, 35138 - note the numerous hand-engraved markings on the inside of the case back showing a very extensive service history.
Dimensions: 29.5mm wide (excluding crown), 39.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Silver, gold dart applique markers and radial Arabic numerals, sunken subsidiary seconds dial, expertly restored
Hands: Gold, faceted "dauphines", period replacements
Movement markings: LeCoultre, Swiss, 17 Jewels, 9RO, 464,129
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency: 18,000 BPH
Band: Genuine Alligator leather, fully stitched, , brand new and unworn. We also stock a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, colors and lengths. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 16mm
Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
Serviced: Besides the dial restoration, one of our Master watchmakers has fully serviced the watch and restored the movement which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, tightening the cannon pinion, reassembling and lubricating the movement, putting the balance in better beat, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.  It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time. Note the numerous hand-engraved markings on the inside of the case back showing a very extensive service history.
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.
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