• The pink gold case (18 karat, 750/1000) is complemented by solid pink gold dial, movement bridges, indexes and buckle
• New dial decoration amplifies the rectilinear Art Deco geometry of the Reverso case
• Open-worked reverse dial with pink gold bridges reveals the complexity of Calibre 860

Following the launch of the Reverso Tribute Chronograph in 2023 in a steel or 18k (750/1000) pink gold case, Jaeger-LeCoultre has reinterpreted the quintessential sporting complication in a ‘full pink gold’ version for 2024. The 18k (750/1000) pink gold case is complemented by a solid 18k (750/1000) pink gold dial, movement bridges, applied indexes and pin buckle. It will be produced in a limited edition of 250 pieces.

A sporting icon inspires aesthetic beauty and constant technical innovation

Born in 1931 with a protective swivelling case designed to be worn on the polo fields, the Reverso was quickly adopted by tastemakers from all walks of life, attracted to its elegant and sporty Art Deco aesthetics. Through more than 90 years of evolution, its case has unfolded from the original Staybrite steel to precious metals, while the blank metal flip side has been decorated with engraving, lacquer, enamel or gemstones – or has become a second dial. Continually reinventing itself without ever compromising its identity, it is one of the world’s most recognisable wristwatches, acknowledged as an icon of 20^th-century design.

Celebrating the Reverso’s polo origins with a unique expression of the ultimate sporting complication, the Reverso Tribute Chronograph honours the Reverso Chronograph of 1996, which had introduced an entirely new architecture for the integrated chronograph calibre. That earlier movement has been reinvented with Calibre 860, which displays the time on both the front and reverse dials in addition to revealing the beautifully crafted chronograph mechanism on the reverse side.

A new dial design and an open-worked reverse side, both in solid pink gold

The Reverso Tribute Chronograph epitomises La Grande Maison’s core watchmaking philosophy of expressing mechanical sophistication through aesthetic creativity and fine craftsmanship. Now, the Maison’s pursuit of excellence has led it to create a new version in full pink gold.

The front dial introduces a new style of decorative finish to the Reverso Tribute line: the pink gold surface has been laser-engraved with fine horizontal lines spanning the width of the dial – a clean, elegant and contemporary aesthetic that reinforces the rectilinear geometry of the Reverso case and amplifies the three horizontal gadroons above and below the dial. Set against this background are the signature Reverso Tribute design details: applied trapezoid indexes, Dauphine hands and a chemin de fer minutes track. On the new dial, the minutes track is highlighted in black, creating a striking contrast with the pink gold.

On the reverse side, the open-worked dial reveals the complexity of the finely crafted chronograph mechanism. The 18k (750/100) pink gold bridges feature hand-bevelled edges and vertical Côtes de Genève decoration – all crafted within the Jaeger-LeCoultre Manufacture in Le Sentier. The counters, chronograph seconds and minute tracks are highlighted in black, enhancing legibility and creating contrast, while blue chronograph hands and blued screws add a dash of colour. The polished 18k (750/100) pink gold indexes are invisibly attached to the minute track and appear to float above the movement.

Calibre 860:  a new expression of the chronograph

The Reverso Tribute Chronograph is powered by Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 860, which revisited the ground-breaking Reverso Chronograph Retrograde of 1996. Testament to the inventiveness and technical prowess of La Grande Maison, it was one of six special Reversos developed within just ten years, each designed around an entirely new expression of the great classical watchmaking complications. Its movement, Calibre 829, was not only the first rectangular shaped chronograph movement in a rectangular case of Jaeger-LeCoultre, but also the first manually wound integrated chronograph to be developed in the post-quartz era at Jaeger-LeCoultre. Like all Jaeger-LeCoultre movements, it was designed, produced, assembled and decorated at the Manufacture.

Calibre 860 is a fully integrated hand-wound chronograph movement with start/stop and reset pushers, a retrograde 30-minute counter, central seconds, and a second indication of time. In compliance with the Manufacture’s approach to product integrity, whereby a movement should be shaped according to the case that houses it, the calibre had to be rectangular. The result is a beautifully balanced and distinctive dial layout, with a large chronograph seconds display in the upper part of the dial, and the retrograde 30-minute indicator on an arc at the base of the dial.

Beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, Calibre 860 incorporates a column wheel chronograph with a horizontal clutch, which was chosen over the more familiar vertical clutch to reduce the overall thickness of the movement. To display hours and minutes on both front and reverse dials, the movement powers two sets of hands that must move in opposite directions to indicate the time in correct clockwise fashion on both faces of the watch. Calibre 860 offers 52 hours of power reserve, allowing the high energy requirement of a retrograde chronograph to be combined with two time indications. Despite this complexity and no fewer than 300 components, Calibre 860 respects Jaeger-LeCoultre’s philosophy of elegance, fitting into a case of 11.14 mm of thickness.

Fagliano Collection straps add character and style
 

The two straps offered with each watch – a signature of the Reverso Tribute line – feature a Presto quick-release system and an interchangeable buckle for easy changes. Reconnecting the Reverso to its roots in the world of polo, a tan calf leather strap designed by the Buenos Aires atelier of the celebrated Argentinian polo bootmaker Casa Fagliano, adds a dash of sporty sophistication while a black alligator lends a more classical air to the timepiece.

Epitomising the guiding forces that accompany the Manufacture in its quest for beauty and precision, the Reverso Tribute Chronograph is a magnificent new expression of tradition, craftsmanship and innovation.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

REVERSO TRIBUTE CHRONOGRAPH 
Material: Pink Gold (18k – 750/1000)
Dimensions: 49.4 x 29.9 mm x 11.14 mm thick
Movement: Manually wound Calibre 860
Power reserve: 52 hours
Functions: Hours and Minutes (Front and Reverse), Chronograph Central seconds (Reverse), Retrograde 30-minute counter (Reverse)
Front dial: Pink gold, engraved
Reverse dial: Open-worked pink gold bridges

Strap package: Calf leather Fagliano Collection strap. Additional black alligator strap
Reference: Q389256J
Limited edition of 250 pieces

Jackson Yee opted for the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph in Stainless Steel, a masterpiece of horological artistry that combines traditional aesthetics with contemporary functionality.  

On the recto of the Reverso Tribute Chronograph, the cool tone of the steel case is complemented by a blue-grey dial. The discreet elegance of the sunray-brushed surface gives no hint of the mechanical complexity that lies within.

Turning the watch case over reveals the beautifully crafted chronograph mechanism on the reverse side. The Reverso Tribute Chronograph is powered by the Calibre 860, a fully integrated hand-wound chronograph movement, which is showcased by an entirely skeletonised dial.

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Throughout the day, Nicholas Hoult opted for the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph in Pink Gold. Capitalising on its swivelling concept, the Reverso Tribute Chronograph marries watchmaking tradition to modern aesthetics. The sophisticated recto echoes the original Reverso while its open-worked verso is resolutely modern. The verso of the watch reconnects its sporty complication to the roots of fine watchmaking. The dials, consisting in two rings integrated to the calibre’s plate are finished in black for a perfect legibility, essential for a chronograph. 

While attending the red carpet, Nicholas Hoult shines with Jaeger-LeCoultre's Reverso Small Seconds in Pink Gold.  The Reverso Tribute Small Second revives the codes of the 1931 Reverso and the black dials of the original timepiece of that era. Offering exceptional legibility, the sunray-brushed black dial creates a strong contrast to the polished pink gold metal case and applied indexes, enhancing the Art Deco spirit of this iconic timepiece. 

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The Reverso Tribute Chronograph, a masterpiece of horological artistry, combines traditional aesthetics with contemporary functionality, making it a perfect match for our Global Ambassador's bold and sophisticated persona.

On the recto of the Reverso Tribute Chronograph, the cool tone of the steel case is complemented by a blue-grey dial. The discreet elegance of the sunray-brushed surface gives no hint of the mechanical complexity that lies within.

Turning the watch case over reveals the beautifully crafted chronograph mechanism on the reverse side. The Reverso Tribute Chronograph is powered by the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 860, a fully integrated hand-wound chronograph movement, which is showcased by an entirely skeletonised dial.

The Reverso Tribute Chronograph, a masterpiece of horological artistry, combines watchmaking tradition with contemporary aesthetics, making it a perfect match for Robert Downey Jr. bold and sophisticated persona.

On the recto of the Reverso Tribute Chronograph, the cool tone of the steel case is complemented by a blue-grey dial. The discreet elegance of the sunray-brushed surface gives no hint of the mechanical complexity that lies within.

Turning the watch case over reveals the beautifully crafted chronograph mechanism on the reverse side. The Reverso Tribute Chronograph is powered by the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 860, a fully integrated hand-wound chronograph movement, which is showcased by an entirely skeletonised dial.

Robert Downey Jr. appearance at the EE Bafta Film Awards, wearing the iconic Reverso Tribute Chronograph is more than a fashion statement; it is a testament to Jaeger-LeCoultre’s enduring legacy, commitment to excellence in watchmaking and quest of precision.

• The new Calibre 860, entirely designed, produced and assembled within the Manufacture, unites a chronograph with retrograde minutes and a second time display on the reverse dial
• A highly original expression of the chronograph with a modern and timelessly elegant aesthetic

Born in 1931, the Reverso was one of the first wristwatches ever developed specifically for sport – its ingenious swivelling case designed to protect it when worn on the polo field – although its appeal immediately spread far beyond the sporting arena. In 2023, the new Reverso Tribute Chronograph pays tribute to the Reverso’s roots with the quintessential sporting complication – the chronograph. Perpetuating the spirit of inventiveness that has driven Jaeger-LeCoultre for 190 years, and drawing inspiration from the first Reverso Chronograph of 1996, the new Calibre 860 unites a chronograph with a double-sided display of the time.

Contrasting dials marry watchmaking tradition to modern aesthetics

The front dial of the watch bears all of the hallmarks of the Reverso Tribute line, with its baton hour markers, Dauphine hands and peripheral chemin de fer minutes track. The discreet elegance of the sunray-brushed surface gives no hint of the mechanical complexity that lies within; the only clue that there is much more to this timepiece is the presence of chronograph pushers on either side of the winding crown.

The Reverso Tribute Chronograph is presented in both steel and pink gold, complemented by dark blue and black straps respectively. The cool tone of the steel case is complemented by a blue-grey dial – a sophisticated colour achieved by the innovative ADL (atomic layer deposit) process, in which ultra-thin layers of titanium oxide are deposited. The subtle glow of a pure black dial creates a noble contrast to the richness of the pink gold case.

Turning the watch case over reveals the beautifully crafted chronograph mechanism on the reverse side. To showcase the fascinating animation of the chronograph and full complexity of the movement, the dial is entirely skeletonised, the bridges are decorated with Côtes de Genève to create visual unity, and the chronograph seconds and minute tracks are highlighted in black to maximise legibility. Blue screws are matched by the blue of the chronograph hands, underlining the perfect integration of movement and decoration. Enhancing the sense of visual depth, the indications for the second time display – faceted baton indexes and chemin de fer minutes track – appear to be floating above the calibre.

A rich legacy of expertise in complications

The Reverso Tribute Chronograph revisits and reinvents the ground-breaking Reverso Chronographe of 1996. The earlier piece was one of six special Reversos developed in the space of a single decade, each of them designed around an entirely new expression of the great classical watchmaking complications. Starting in 1991, following the 60^th anniversary of the Reverso, these pieces were landmarks in the revival of mechanical watchmaking after the quartz crisis.

The movement of the 1996 Reverso Chronograph, Calibre 829, was not only the first shaped chronograph movement in a rectangular case for Jaeger-LeCoultre but also the first manually-wound integrated chronograph to be developed from scratch in the post-quartz era – a remarkable testament to the Manufacture’s inventiveness and technical prowess.

Calibre 860: a new expression of the chronograph

Adding a fresh chapter to the rich history of complicated calibres conceived and made in the Vallée de Joux, the Reverso Tribute Chronograph is powered by the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 860, a fully integrated hand-wound chronograph movement. Entirely designed, produced and assembled within the Manufacture, it is an elegant and creative answer to the challenge of housing circular chronograph timing indications within a rectangular case, while maintaining the clarity and legibility essential for this sporty complication. Moreover, according to Jaeger-LeCoultre’s approach to product integrity, whereby a movement should be shaped according to the case that houses it, the calibre itself also had to be rectangular. The result is a beautifully balanced and highly distinctive dial layout, with a large chronograph seconds display in the upper part of the dial complemented by a retrograde 30-minute indicator on an arc at the base of the dial.

Beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, Calibre 860 incorporates a column wheel chronograph with a horizontal clutch, which was chosen over the more familiar vertical clutch to reduce the overall thickness of the movement. To display hours and minutes on both front and reverse dials, the movement powers two sets of hands that must move in opposite directions to indicate the time in correct clockwise fashion on both faces of the watch. Calibre 860 offers a power reserve of 52 hours, even allowing for the high energy requirement of a retrograde chronograph combined with two time indications. Despite this complexity and no fewer than 300 components, the shaped rectangular movement fully respects Jaeger-LeCoultre’s philosophy of elegance, fitting into a case less than 12mm thick.

Fagliano Collection straps add character and style

The two straps offered with each watch, a signature of the Reverso Tribute line, feature an interchangeable buckle for easy strap changes. In canvas-and-leather and all-leather options, they are designed by the celebrated Argentinian polo bootmaker Casa Fagliano, adding a dash of sporty sophistication while reconnecting the Reverso to its roots in the world of polo.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

REVERSO TRIBUTE CHRONOGRAPH

Case: Pink Gold 750/1000 (18 carats) or steel

Dimensions: 49.4 x 29.9 mm x 11.14 mm thick

Calibre: Manually-wound Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 860

Functions: Hours and minutes on both dials, Chronograph with retrograde 30-minute counter

Power reserve: 52 hours

Front dial: Black or blue-grey sunray-brushed

Back dial: Skeletonised

Water resistance: 30m

Strap package: Fagliano Collection calf leather and canvas strap and additional calf leather strap

Reference: Pink gold Q389257J; Steel Q389848J