Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph Full Pink Gold

Quick specs Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph Full Pink Gold
Price: $ 66,000 | € 71.500 | £ 60,500 | CHF 61’000
Size: 49.4 x 29.9 mm
Reference: Q389256J – limited to 250 pieces

This Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph Full Pink Gold brings a new aesthetic to JLC’s iconic Reverso line. The dual-faced design from 1931 to protect the watch when playing polo still has its original Art Deco design. And this latest iteration pays homage to the 1996 Reverso Chronograph now (almost) fully executed in pink gold.

The Reverso Tribute Chronograph Full Pink Gold, produced in a limited edition of 250 pieces, stands out for its sophisticated dual-dial system and open-worked design. It’s a watch that not only appeals to connoisseurs of fine mechanics but also captures the attention of those seeking timeless design.

Front dial of the Reverso Tribute Chronograph

With a case measuring 49.4 by 29.9 millimeters and a thickness of 11.14 millimeters, this Reverso offers a robust yet refined presence on the wrist. The case and front dial are crafted from solid 18-karat pink gold, reinforcing its luxurious feel. The front dial features horizontal engraving that enhances the Reverso’s rectangular Art Deco structure.

Traditional elements like applied trapezoid indexes, Dauphine hands, and a black “chemin de fer” (French for “rail”) minutes track complete the look. So, this is the subtle distinguished side. Let’s reverse the case.

Open-worked back dial

The reverse side of the case showcases an open-worked dial with pink gold bridges, giving wearers a view of the intricate chronograph mechanism. It has black accents on the counters, chronograph seconds, and minute tracks for enhanced readability. Blue chronograph hands and blued screws provide subtle color contrasts against the pink gold background. The 30-minute totalizer at 6 o’clock has a retrograde hand.

The polished indexes appear to float, adding even more depth to the display. Worth noting is that to display hours and minutes on both front and reverse dials, the movement powers two sets of hands. These move in opposite directions to indicate the time in the correct clockwise fashion on both faces of the watch.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph Full Pink Gold has a power reserve of 52 hours

Inside, the Reverso Tribute Chronograph runs on Jaeger-LeCoultre’s caliber 860, a hand-wound movement. This caliber 860 is inspired by the Reverso Chronograph Retrograde of 1996, which was itself a breakthrough in chronograph design.

It boasts a 52-hour power reserve, sufficient for the high energy requirements of its chronograph and dual time displays. The movement’s components, like the pink gold bridges with vertical Côtes de Genève decoration, exemplify meticulous craftsmanship.

Two high-quality straps

The Reverso Tribute Chronograph comes with two straps that pay homage to its polo origins. The first is a tan calf leather strap from the Fagliano Collection, designed by Argentina’s renowned Casa Fagliano. A specialist in leatherwork for polo gear. This strap brings a rugged elegance suitable for daytime wear.

For more formal settings, the watch includes a classic black alligator strap. Both straps are equipped with a quick-release system, making it easy to switch between styles.

Price of the full pink gold Reverso Tribute Chronograph

The price of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph in full pink gold is set around 60 to 70k. It kind of competes with models like the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, another Art Deco-inspired timepiece. And the Cartier Privé Tortue Monopoussoir Chronograph also sits in the same market space. Very nice models too, however not reversible.