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The Watchmaker’s Watchmaker - Founded in 1833 in the Vallée de Joux, Switzerland, Jaeger-LeCoultre is one of the most revered names in horology. Known for producing its own movements entirely in-house, the brand has supplied calibers to icons like Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Vacheron Constantin — earning the nickname “the watchmaker’s watchmaker.”
JLC's history is rich with innovation. From the Atmos clock that runs on air temperature changes, to the ultra-thin Caliber 101 (the smallest mechanical movement ever made), their technical achievements are unmatched. The legendary Reverso, launched in 1931 with its flip-over case to protect the dial during polo matches, remains a timeless classic of Art Deco design.
Today, Jaeger-LeCoultre continues to blend tradition and technical mastery across collections like the Master Control, Polaris, Duomètre, and Rendez-Vous. Whether it's elegant dress watches or complex complications, every JLC timepiece reflects the brand’s heritage of precision, creativity, and craftsmanship.

Specifications

Reference: 9114.42
Movement: A freshly serviced manually wound movement.
Year: 1970s
Contents: Watch Only
Case: The jumbo steel case measures 31 by 40mm and features a very unique design, especially for the brand.
Dial: The large dial has a brushed silver finish with Roman numerals.
Strap & Buckle: The watch is on an aftermarket strap and buckle.

 

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