• A first for The Collectibles: the programme’s first-ever exhibition unveiled in Hong Kong bringing together exceptional vintage timepieces alongside contemporary collections, brought to life through live demonstrations

• Museum-grade pieces: a capsule comprising 10 sought-after collection timepieces, offered for acquisition during the exhibition from October 13 to October 19, and online

• A one-of-a-kind product launch: Calibre 101 Chain makes its global debut, presented alongside key vintage models that inspired its design and are now offered for purchase

Jaeger-LeCoultre is delighted to present the seventh capsule collection of The Collectibles, a meticulously vetted selection of 10 museum-grade timepieces to be unveiled in Hong Kong on October 13 and available to collectors worldwide. The seventh capsule marks the debut of The Collectibles in exhibition format, presented for the first time in Hong Kong, an important hub for watch enthusiasts and collectors.

Immersing guests in the rich heritage of Jaeger-LeCoultre, the exhibition brings together iconic models from The Collectibles programme, explored through four defining themes: Duoplan, Reverso, Memovox and Precision. As visitors explore the presentation, their experience will be enriched by:

• An in-depth journey into every facet of The Collectibles programme, bringing together 16 pieces: eight exceptional examples of emblematic mid-20^th-century vintage models and eight contemporary evolutions of their respective designs

• The 10 models from this seventh capsule offered for acquisition

• The launch of Calibre 101 Chain, unveiled during the exhibition and presented alongside an emphasis on the Duoplan and Reverso, highlighting the inspiration behind this dazzling new jewellery watch

• Live demonstrations of restoration by a watchmaker from the Manufacture-Atelier and experiences of hand blueing and pivot polishing, crafts mastered by the watchmakers restoring vintage timepieces

THE COLLECTIBLES PROGRAMME

The Collectibles is Jaeger-LeCoultre’s in-house programme focused on sourcing, restoring and offering rare, museum-grade timepieces from the golden age of watchmaking. Celebrating nearly 200 years of creativity, it highlights the Maison’s heritage through a curated selection of 17 emblematic models – from the Duoplan and Reverso to the Geophysic, Futurematic and Memovox Polaris, spanning the mid-1920s to the early 1970s. Presented through exclusive capsule releases worldwide, these timepieces invite collectors to become the next custodians of their stories. This commitment to heritage is made possible by Jaeger-LeCoultre’s exclusive restoration workshop, one of the very few maintained by a Manufacture. Here, ten master watchmakers meticulously restore each piece, servicing movements, hand-rebuilding components and sourcing historical parts from exceptional heritage stocks, while preserving original character and patina. Once restored and certified, each timepiece is ready to continue the story it began in the Vallée de Joux.

HONOURING THE PAST, INSPIRING THE FUTURE

Immersing visitors in the defining era of mid-20^th-century watchmaking, the first The Collectibles exhibition celebrates the Golden Age of mechanical watchmaking and the enduring appeal of its timepieces. The story unfolds in four chapters, exploring a different facet of this seminal period through emblematic timepieces from the Maison’s private Heritage Collection, all paired with contemporary models.

Duoplan: Introduced in 1925, the Duoplan reconciled extreme miniaturisation with chronometric precision, culminating in 1929 with Calibre 101, still the world’s smallest manually wound mechanical movement and the oldest calibre continuously produced by the Manufacture-Atelier.

Reverso: Created in 1931 for polo-playing British officers in India, Reverso’s patented swivelling case was designed to protect the dial during matches. Coloured dials, Staybrite stainless steel cases and a caseback made for personalisation established it as an icon of Art Deco design.

Memovox: Introduced in 1950, the Memovox integrated a mechanical alarm into a wristwatch calibre, establishing it as a signature complication of Jaeger-LeCoultre. Evolving from hand-wound models to the self-winding versions of 1957 and later calendar-equipped calibres, its distinctive dial and rotating alarm indicator make it instantly recognisable.

Precision: From the Triple Calendar of 1942 to the Geophysic, Geomatic and high-frequency Memovox Speed Beat GT, Jaeger-LeCoultre advanced the quest for precision with greater functionality, reliability, accuracy and chronometric excellence.

TEN MUSEUM-GRADE TIMEPIECES

The timepieces curated for Capsule VII demonstrate the depth and breadth of the Manufacture-Atelier’s technical and aesthetic innovation, from the 1920s to the dawn of the 21^st century. They also reflect the diversity of the 17 emblematic models in The Collectibles programme, each a high-water mark for Jaeger-LeCoultre and 20^th-century watchmaking.

Unveiled alongside the exhibition, the new Calibre 101 Chain combines jewellery elegance and miniature watchmaking. The world’s smallest rectangular manual-winding mechanical calibre forms the centrepiece of a sculptural bangle of 18K pink gold (750/1000) set with diagonal bands of brilliant-cut white diamonds alternating with bands of deep, glossy black Hyceram® to create a boldly contemporary ode to femininity. The exhibition includes the 1955 timepiece that was its direct inspiration.

The 1955 Duoplan Chain exemplifies a period when a timepiece could tr anscend its function to become an expression of style and refinement. Crafted from 73.92 grams of 18K pink gold (750/1000), its sinuous, polished links form an elegant bracelet, housing Calibre 403, the original Duoplan movement created for women’s watches. It bears heat-blued hands, created using a traditional watchmaking practice in which the colour of the hands is changed through a heating process.

Equipped with the same movement, the boldly graphic 1949 Duoplan Tubogas secret watch reflects Jaeger-LeCoultre’s creative diversity and the distinctive Tubogas style of 1940s jewellery design. Its ribbed 18K pink gold (750/1000) bracelet and dial cover contrast with the 18K yellow gold (750/1000) case, echoing the vertical lines of the cover, which conceals the dial until the wearer chooses to reveal it.

The single-lug Duoplan dating to circa 1935 is distinguished by its unusual strap attachment, with a single lug on each side of the case instead of the conventional two and a polished, rounded attachment bar. Blued hands provide a refined contrast against the harmonious combination of the copper-toned dial, the 18K pink gold (750/1000) case and custom-made light brown calfskin strap, finished with beige hand-stitching.

The circa 1950 Art Deco-style Calibre 101 watch sets the world’s smallest mechanical movement into a case just 6.15 mm wide and 5.84 mm thick. Its Platinum 950 case is set with 10 baguette-cut diamonds, accented by blue panels, while the two rings of the cordonnet bracelet hold 12 more, for a total of 22 baguette-cut diamonds.

With numerals replacing baton markers and subtle corner brackets replacing the original minutes track, the 1931 Reverso Cordonnet demonstrates the Reverso’s early adaptability to different wearers. This pioneering ladies’ model features a steel case fitted with Calibre T051, sourced from the highly reputable Tavannes for the first year of the Reverso’s life, allowing LeCoultre & Cie time to develop its own, shaped movements to fit the contours of the rectangular case. Reflecting the renewed enthusiasm for mechanical watchmaking in the 1990s, Jaeger-LeCoultre introduced a new generation of complicated Reverso calibres, housed in cases with sapphire crystal backs that revealed their mechanical complexity. As the 21^st century began, the Maison introduced two 950 Platinum models, each limited to 500 pieces.

The 2001 Reverso Platinum Number 1 features the Calibre 849R-SQ, specially adapted for the Reverso 42.2 mm case. Elevating the remarkably fine and lace-like effect of the skeletonisation, the bridges have been hand-engraved, as have both sides of the barrel, allowing a unique view of the mainspring. The blue of the sapphire set into the crown is echoed by the blued hands and the blue Cordovan strap, hand-crafted by Casa Fagliano, contrasting with the Platinum 950 case.

The 2003 Reverso Platinum Number 2 is an exercise in restrained, understated aesthetics. Its tone-on-tone grey dial features hand-painted numerals, while the power reserve is indicated by a hand mounted coaxially with the hours and minutes hands. The tourbillon reveals itself discreetly through the small seconds on the dial side, leaving the ‘fireworks’ for the reverse, where a mirror-polished bridge secures the spinning cage. Among the fine component finishes, the hand-bevelled tourbillon bridge is hollowed and black polished, recalling Jaeger-LeCoultre’s first tourbillon of 1946. Blued hands and a hand-crafted blue Cordovan strap by Casa Fagliano contrast with its Platinum 950 case and 18K white gold (950/1000) buckle.

Developed in 1942, the Triple Calendar (or Complete Calendar) calibre was one of the first complication watches produced in series. Used by Jaeger-LeCoultre in its own watches and supplied to other leading Maisons, it became one of the most emblematic complications of the mid-20^th century.

This 1949 example, in an 18K pink gold (750/1000) case with teardrop lugs, was customised for a Portuguese-speaking clientele, with the day and month discs marked in that language. A burgundy calfskin strap has been chosen to complement the warm tone of the gold.

The 1958 Futurematic E502 is the rarest reference among all Futurematic models. Nicknamed ‘Porthole’, it displays the power reserve and small seconds through two small windows. Launched in 1951 as the world’s “first entirely automatic wristwatch”, the Futurematic had a profound impact on the development of self-winding calibres. Designed to stop before it is fully unwound, the movement stores enough energy to ensure that, even after a prolonged period of immobility, it will restart with the slightest movement. A stop-seconds device ensures greater accuracy when resetting the time. The 37 mm steel case is fitted with a dark blue calfskin strap.

In 1958, the Memovox Parking was one of three new watches that Jaeger-LeCoultre launched to celebrate its 125^th anniversary. Designed to avoid parking tickets, the manually wound Calibre 814 enables the wearer to set the alarm 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes in advance. With its robust steel case and highly practical complication, the watch embodies the function-driven watchmaking of the 1950s. The 35 mm case is fitted with a dark blue calfskin strap.

The 10 Collectibles timepieces will be available for purchase worldwide via jaeger-lecoultre.com from October 13, as well as at the Hong Kong flagship boutique during the presentation period. Each timepiece is offered with an extract from the Jaeger-LeCoultre archives and a complimentary copy of The Collectibles book.

AN IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

Guests will be invited to immerse themselves in the world of The Collectibles programme through live demonstrations and panel discussions.

A watchmaker from the Manufacture-Atelier will reveal the craft of restoration.

To mark the occasion, Jaeger-LeCoultre will host two panel discussions bringing together international experts, local specialists and Matthieu Sauret, Product & Heritage Director at Jaeger-LeCoultre.

The conversations will explore watchmaking, collectability and restoration, highlighting the expertise and craftsmanship behind exceptional timepieces and other rare products.

OPENING HOURS AND ADMISSION

The Collectibles exhibition will take place from October 13 until October 19 at 1/F, The Chater House, Central, Hong Kong. It is open to the public from 11.00AM to 07:00PM, from Tuesday to Saturday, and from 11.00AM to 06.00PM on Public Holidays, with complimentary admission. Visitors can register at https://online-booking.jaeger-lecoultre.com/atelier/195 for the guided tour.

The Collectibles timepieces will be available for purchase worldwide via jaeger-lecoultre.com from October 13, as well as at the Prince Building Boutique during the exhibition period. The Collectibles book will also be available for purchase via jaeger-lecoultre.com

• The Collectibles: a programme of sought-after collection pieces offered for acquisition and presented at the London flagship from June 15 to July 18

• Watchmaking’s ‘golden age’: a curated selection of 7 rare Reverso pieces and 5 emblematic models from the beginning of the 20^th century to the early 2000s

• Museum-grade pieces: a meticulous care provided by the watchmakers of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s in-house restoration workshop at the Manufacture

Jaeger-LeCoultre is delighted to present the sixth capsule of The Collectibles, a meticulously vetted selection of 12 museum-grade timepieces to be unveiled in London on June 15 and available to collectors worldwide. The sixth capsule marks the first presentation of The Collectibles in London, an important hub for watch enthusiasts and collectors.

Its timing in June coincides with the Season, the period in spring and early summer when London traditionally hosts a rich programme of prestigious social, cultural, and sporting events, attracting visitors from all over the world. This capsule comprises a meticulously vetted selection of seven rare Reverso watches dating from 1931 to 2003. It is presented alongside five emblematic pieces from the golden age of watchmaking, in the mid-20^th century.

THE COLLECTIBLES PROGRAMME

The Collectibles is Jaeger-LeCoultre’s in-house programme dedicated to sourcing, restoring and offering rare, museum-grade timepieces from the golden age of watchmaking. Celebrating nearly 200 years of creativity, it highlights the Maison’s heritage through a curated selection of 17 emblematic models – from the Duoplan and Reverso to the Geophysic, Futurematic and Memovox Polaris – spanning the mid-1920s to the early 1970s. Presented through exclusive capsule releases worldwide, these timepieces invite collectors to become the next custodians of their stories. This commitment to heritage is made possible by Jaeger-LeCoultre’s dedicated restoration workshop, one of the very few maintained by a Manufacture. Here, ten master watchmakers meticulously restore each piece, servicing movements, hand-rebuilding components and sourcing historical parts from exceptional heritage stocks, while preserving original character and patina. Once restored and certified to museum standards, each timepiece is ready to continue the story it began in the Vallée de Joux.

REVERSO: THE EMBLEMATIC REVERSIBLE WATCH

The seven Reverso models offered in the sixth Collectibles capsule collection illustrate the depth and breadth of the Reverso’s evolution from its introduction in 1931 until the beginning of the early 21^st century. While Reverso was originally conceived for a sport – created to withstand the shocks of the polo field – it was quickly adopted by tastemakers from many walks of life, continuously evolving without compromising its identity to become recognised as an icon of Art Deco design. In the 1930s, LeCoultre & Cie distinguished itself with black dials, contrasting with the dominant silver and white dials in the watch industry. These black dials were hailed as 'the dial of the future' in the 1934 Spécialités Horlogères catalogue, which was the very first product catalogue from the association between Jaeger and LeCoultre. Reserved for only a select number of early Reverso references, these high-legibility dials reinforced the model’s resolutely modern character and are notably featured on three timepieces from this capsule: Reverso 1931, Reverso 1931 Dame and the Doctor’s Reverso.

The Reverso 1931 features this bold black dial with a railroad minute track and elongated trapezoidal indexes. It is fitted with the Tavannes Calibre 063, a pragmatic early solution while Jaeger-LeCoultre developed its own shaped movements from 1933 onwards. This Reverso is offered with a hand-crafted black calfskin leather strap.

Cased in steel and powered by the Tavannes Calibre 051, the Reverso 1931 Dame demonstrates how quickly the model evolved for different wearers. Adapting the same design language, its dial replaces the men’s minute track with bracket-like corner markers and refined Art Deco corners with trapezoidal indexes, details echoed today in the Reverso One collection. This Reverso is also offered with a hand-crafted black calfskin leather strap.

Set in a steel case, the 1938 Reverso Central Seconds, later nicknamed the Doctor’s Reverso, houses the Manufacture Calibre 411 and reflects the growing functional sophistication of the model. Designed with practicality in mind, its central seconds display features five-second intervals aligned with the elongated hour markers for optimal readability, making the precise measurement of pulse rates particularly easy. A highly practical tool for doctors of the time, it soon earned the enduring nickname “Doctor’s Reverso". This timepiece is offered with a hand-crafted black calfskin leather strap.

A two-tone Reverso from 1941 pairs steel with 18K yellow gold (750/1000), an innovative combination conceived to enhance durability while preserving the elegance of gold. Its 18K 18k yellow gold (750/1000) case bears the eagle head hallmark for French gold. Powered by the Manufacture Calibre 438, it features a small-seconds display at six o’clock, a configuration introduced in 1933 that became one of the defining signatures of early Reverso design. This timepiece is offered with a hand-crafted light-brown calfskin leather strap with cream-colored stitching.

A 1972 Reverso Corvo, produced in just 200 pieces, marks a pivotal chapter in the history of the Reverso. When changing tastes favoured functional watches, in a post-war era that prized practicality over elegance and amid the quartz crisis, Giorgio Corvo recognised the enduring appeal of the design. In 1972, he acquired the Maison’s final 200 unused Reverso cases and fitted them with the mechanical Calibre 840. Said to have sold out within a month to Italian clients, the Reverso Corvo proved that enthusiasm for the model had never faded and paved the way for its revival. Featuring a silver dial housed in a steel case, it remains powered by the manual-winding Calibre 840. This timepiece is offered with a hand-crafted black calfskin leather strap.

Set in an 18K white gold case (750/1000), a Reverso Sun Moon from 2000 reflects the renewed enthusiasm for mechanical watchmaking that emerged in the 1990s, when Jaeger-LeCoultre introduced a new generation of complication calibres for the Reverso, fitting them in cases with sapphire crystal backs to showcase the mechanical complexity. Equipped with the manual-winding Calibre 823, first developed in 1999, it pairs technical sophistication with an elegant display of celestial indications. Its black dial tracks the passage of the sun through a rotating 24-hour disc, coamplemented by a moon-phase display at six o’clock and a power reserve at eleven o’clock. Framed by a railway minute track and Arabic numerals, the composition balances clarity with refinement, while the sapphire crystal caseback reveals the movement with its recognisable pistol bridge. This timepiece is paired with a hand-crafted black Cordovan strap by the celebrated Argentinian polo bootmaker, Casa Fagliano.

A  Reverso Art Deco illustrates how the introduction of sapphire crystal casebacks encouraged a new expression of decorative craftsmanship within the collection: skeletonisation. First introduced in 1995, this 2003 example pairs an intricately hand-decorated, skeletonised interpretation of Calibre 822 with an elegant Art Deco aesthetic. Visible through the open caseback, the emblematic calibre is distinguished by blued screws and hand-engraved bridges adorned with a refined barleycorn motif. Its 18K white gold case (750/1000) frames a salmon-toned solid silver dial, where hand-guilloché patterns contrast with vertical brushing, complemented by dauphine hands and applied trapezoidal indexes. Archival records indicate that no more than ten pieces were made each month, reflecting the exceptional level of craftsmanship required for each timepiece. This timepiece is paired with a hand-crafted black Cordovan strap by the celebrated Argentinian polo bootmaker, Casa Fagliano.

The seven Reverso pieces are complemented by five watches that demonstrate the diversity of the 17 models included in The Collectibles programme. Each of the five additional watches offered in the sixth capsule represents a high-water mark for both Jaeger-LeCoultre and 20^th-century watchmaking, with groundbreaking innovations that exemplify the Maison’s pioneering spirit.

TRIPLE CALENDAR: THE GOLD STANDARD OF COMPLICATIONS

Jaeger-LeCoultre developed the first Triple (or Complete) Calendar calibre in 1942, a complication specifically designed for the growing wristwatch industry, displaying the date, day and month. An extremely elegant response to a concern for utility, intended for men of the world. As well as creating its own watches, Jaeger-LeCoultre supplied these calibres to some of the most renowned names in watchmaking. It thus became one of the most emblematic complications of the mid-20^th century.

Born in the early 1940s, the Triple Calendar by Jaeger-LeCoultre embodied a new generation of useful complications designed for everyday wear, combining timeless elegance with practical functionality.

Among the first complications conceived for a series-produced wristwatch, it left a lasting imprint on both the Manufacture and the history of watchmaking.

Dating from 1946, this rare Triple Calendar with Moonphase is housed in a 35 mm 18K yellow gold case (750/1000) produced in Paris by the Jaeger atelier and bearing the Edmond Jaeger hallmark. Made exclusively for the French market, it features a perfectly legible dial designed for exemplary ease of reading, in keeping with the spirit of military-inspired watches of the period. Powered by the manual-winding Calibre 494, the watch combines calendar indications with a moon-phase display integrated within the small seconds counter. It is fitted on a hand-crafted grained blue calfskin leather strap.  

THE DUOPLAN: A REVOLUTION ON THE WRIST

At the dawn of the partnership between Jaeger and LeCoultre, the Duoplan represented a genuine industry revolution. Built on two superimposed planes, the Duoplan calibre opened new creative possibilities for both companies. Invented in 1925, its rectangular two-level architecture enabled unprecedented miniaturisation by housing larger, more robust components within a compact construction. This breakthrough had a decisive impact on the design of women’s watches. It was also a revolution for LeCoultre & Cie, which, thanks to the Duoplan, transitioned from a movement and component producer to a full-fledged watch manufacturer.

An extreme miniaturisation with no concession to precision: the 1956 Duoplan Coulissante secret watch embodies Jaeger-LeCoultre’s technical ingenuity. Set on an 18K yellow gold bracelet (750/1000), its sliding element conceals the dial at will, revealing the secret character of the piece. The case and bracelet are finished with a wavy, textured pattern reminiscent of Clous de Paris decoration.

MEMOVOX: A SECOND MEMORY

In 1958, Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrated its 125th anniversary by launching three models that highlighted its expertise and the innovative character of its creations. Among them was a particularly striking interpretation of the legendary Memovox: the Memovox Parking. With a patented dial design highly recognisable thanks to its blue and white pictogramme, the Memovox Parking allows the wearer to set the alarm for a specific duration to avoid any parking ticket.

A 1958 Memovox Parking embodies a seemingly incompatible duality: elegance in 18K pink gold (750/1000) paired with purposeful functionality. Powered by the manual-winding Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 814, it transforms a refined dress watch into a discreet urban companion, thanks to its alarm function. The case bears the Edmond Jaeger hallmark (EJ), attesting to its Parisian craftsmanship in the Maison’s ateliers. It is fitted on a hand-crafted brown calfskin leather strap.

Produced in 1969, this steel Memovox Automatic Calendar, reference E855, pairs technical innovation with a strong visual identity. At the time, Jaeger-LeCoultre brought together two key advances in wristwatchmaking: the alarm complication and automatic winding. This 37 mm model features an elegant black dial with a date window at 3 o’clock and is powered by the self-winding Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 825.

Its distinctive character is further enhanced by its five-row bracelet made by Gay Frères and engraved with the company’s chamois hallmark. Fitted with its original Gay Frères steel bracelet, the combination with the black painted dial makes it one of the most sought-after Memovox Automatic models, crafted by the renowned Swiss specialist known for supplying the world’s most prestigious watchmakers. An additional hand-crafted black calfskin strap is also provided with the watch.

GEOMATIC: THE CHRONOMETER CALIBRE

Inspired by the legendary Geophysic, the Geomatic incorporates the best that the watchmakers from the Vallée de Joux could produce at the time. The Geomatic was developed as one of the most reliable automatic watch of its time. Highly precise and a true benchmark at its launch in 1961, it symbolises the ultimate combination of state-of-the-art technology and understated elegance thanks to its chronometer-certified movement and rich dial.

A rare Geomatic E560 from 1970, produced to just 200 pieces, is housed in an 18K yellow gold cushion-shaped case (750/1000). Powered by the automatic Calibre K883S, chronometer-certified and tested for 360 hours, it features a stop-seconds mechanism for precise time-setting and an instantaneous jumping date. This highly technical construction reflects the pursuit of accuracy at the heart of the Geomatic line. It is fitted on a hand-crafted taupe calfskin leather strap.

Each timepiece offered under The Collectibles programme is presented with an extract from the Jaeger-LeCoultre archives and a complimentary copy of The Collectibles book, as well as a new handmade leather strap chosen to complement the style of each watch, except in cases where the model has a metal bracelet. In addition, when available, the original box and papers together with the original strap or bracelet will be included.

LONDON TO HOST THE PRESENTATION OF THE SIXTH CAPSULE OF THE COLLECTIBLES

The sixth capsule of The Collectibles will be unveiled on June 15 at Jaeger-LeCoultre’s London flagship, at 13 Old Bond Street, London W1 and will remain on display to the public until July 18. The opening hours are from 10:00 to 18:00, Monday to Saturday. The Collectibles timepieces will be available for purchase worldwide via jaeger-lecoultre.com from June 15, as well as at the London Flagship during the presentation period. The Collectibles book will also be available via jaeger-lecoultre.com and at all Jaeger-LeCoultre boutiques.

• The Collectibles Exhibition: introducing and showcasing at the New York City boutique a selection of collection pieces under an exclusive event from February 5 to February 23

• Focus on Reverso: a thoroughly curated capsule of 8 rare and sought-after models from the 1930s

• Fully authenticated and restored: meticulous care by the watchmakers of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s restoration workshop

Jaeger-LeCoultre is delighted to present the fifth capsule of The Collectibles, a precisely vetted selection of eight rare Reverso watches dating from 1931 to 1937 being offered to collectors. Among the emblematic models created by the Manufacture during the ‘golden age’ of 20^th century watchmaking, the Reverso stands out as one of the most enduring and immediately recognisable designs. New York City, with its great legacy of Art Deco architecture and style, is a particularly fitting setting for the release of these sought-after watches that epitomise the spirit and design values of Art Deco.

THE COLLECTIBLES PROGRAMME

The Collectibles is Jaeger-LeCoultre’s in-house programme dedicated to sourcing, restoring and offering rare, museum-grade timepieces from the golden age of watchmaking. Celebrating nearly 200 years of creativity, it highlights the heritage of La Grande Maison through a curated selection of 17 emblematic models – from the Duoplan and Reverso to the Geophysic, Futurematic and Memovox Polaris – spanning the mid-1920s to the early 1970s. Presented through exclusive capsule releases worldwide, these timepieces invite collectors to become the next custodians of their stories. This commitment to heritage is made possible by Jaeger-LeCoultre’s dedicated restoration workshop, one of the very few maintained by a Manufacture. Here, ten master watchmakers meticulously restore each piece, servicing movements, hand-rebuilding components and sourcing historical parts from exceptional heritage stocks, while preserving original character and patina. Once restored and certified to museum standards, each timepiece is ready to continue the story it began in the Vallée de Joux.

A CAPSULE COLLECTION OF RARE REVERSO WATCHES 

The fifth Collectibles capsule collection explores the first decade after the Reverso's 1931 debut, showcasing the foundational elements that shaped its timeless design.

Redefining the shape of watchmaking: Created in 1931, the Reverso was born from a challenge posed by polo-playing military officers in British India: to create a timepiece capable of withstanding the sport's rigours. A masterful integration of form and function, its unique reversible case and sleek, Art Deco lines have made it one of the most immediately recognisable watches of all time. Epitomising the spirit of modernity at the time of its creation, the Reverso quickly transcended its sporting origins, captivating tastemakers and evolving through diverse variations for men and women. Through nine decades the Reverso has continually reinvented itself, both stylistically and mechanically, without ever compromising its identity: it has housed more than 50 different calibres, while its blank metal flip side has become a canvas for creative expression, decorated with enamel, engravings or gemstones. The distinctive and timeless design accounts for much of Reverso’s enduring appeal, its recognition as an icon of Art Deco style and its appreciation by collectors.

Eight vintage timepieces that marked the Reverso story:

• A Reverso 1931 features a black dial – described at the time as “the dial of the future” – a bold design choice at a time when silver dials were the norm. Its railroad minute track and trapezoidal indexes inspired today’s Reverso Tribute aesthetic, showcasing how the very first Reverso is echoing the most modern ones.

• A rare two-tone steel and 9K yellow gold (350/1000) Reverso from 1936 is powered by the Manufacture’s Calibre 410, the first in-house movement developed specifically for the Reverso. Introduced in 1933, this calibre pioneered a small-seconds display at six o’clock. Even though Jaeger-LeCoultre had begun developing its own Manufacture calibre, when the initial idea of the Reverso came about, La Grande Maison sourced movements from Tavannes – Calibre 063 and 064 for men’s models and Calibre 050 and 051 for ladies. This was a crucial, yet temporary, solution to swiftly bring the Reverso to market. Historically, two-tone cases were conceived to enhance durability by combining gold with harder metals, resulting in a watch more robust than a full gold piece.

• Completing the men’s pieces, a 1937 Reverso with Small Seconds houses Calibre 413, the Maison’s fourth in-house Reverso movement. Its black dial bears the name Jaeger-LeCoultre, marking the historic merger of the Le Coultre and Jaeger Maisons in 1937 and providing a precise reference to its year of production.

• The women’s models highlight the Reverso’s early adaptation to different wearers. A Reverso 1931 Dame in yellow and white gold 18k (750/1000) features a white gold cradle with yellow gold lugs and case, while its dial replaces the minute track with corner brackets at each of the four corners of the dial, a design detail echoed today in the Reverso One collection.

• The Reverso 1931 Dame with Double Signature, bears heated blue hands, a traditional watchmaking practice that changes the colour of the hands through a heating process. A rare double signature graces the dial and indicated that limited quantities of Reverso watches were delivered to a select few esteemed retailers, bearing their names.

• The collection also includes a highly unusual feminine piece, the Reverso 1931 fitted with a cordonnet bracelet. Traditionally made of calfskin leather, this slender rope-like strap appears here in chrome, attached on each side of the case via distinctive lugs.

• Finally, two versions of the Reverso 1931 Dame framed by geometric brackets and fitted with black or brown calfskin straps, captures the era’s graphic language, featuring a black dial considered strikingly modern at the time.

Each timepiece offered under The Collectibles programme is presented with an extract from the Jaeger-LeCoultre archives and a complimentary copy of The Collectibles book, as well as a new handmade leather strap chosen to complement the style of each watch, except in cases where the model has a metal bracelet. In addition, when available, the original box and papers together with the original strap or bracelet will be included.

NEW YORK CITY AS THE HOST OF THE FIFTH COLLECTIBLES CAPSULE COLLECTION

The fifth capsule collection of The Collectibles will take place from 5 February to 23 February 2026 at 701 Madison Avenue, New York City. It is open to the public from Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM until 06:00 PM.

The Collectibles timepieces will be available for purchase worldwide via jaeger-lecoultre.com starting February 5, and also exclusively at the New York Flagship during the exhibition period. The Collectibles book can also be acquired through jaeger-lecoultre.com and at all Jaeger-LeCoultre boutiques.

• The Collectibles: a program to celebrate over 190 years of unique history with 17 emblematic models developed during the ‘golden age’ of 20th-century watchmaking
• Focus on feminine watches: a meticulously curated capsule of 10 Rare and sought-after models with the Duoplan and 101 calibres
• An historic milestone: marking the 100th anniversary of the invention of the Duoplan movement architecture
• The definitive reference book: all the stories behind the 17 emblematic models, now available on Jaeger-LeCoultre’s website

Jaeger-LeCoultre is delighted to present the fourth capsule collection of The Collectibles, a meticulously curated selection of 10 rare and sought-after timepieces created by the Manufacture during the ‘golden age’ of 20^th-century watchmaking (1920s–1970s). To be introduced in June, the fourth capsule collection pays tribute to the ground-breaking Duoplan movement, marking the centenary of its invention. Jaeger-LeCoultre will unveil the latest edition of The Collectibles in Paris – the home city of Edmond Jaeger, whose long collaboration with Jacques-David LeCoultre led to the formal merger of the two Maisons in 1937.

THE COLLECTIBLES PROGRAMME: EXCEPTIONAL TIMEPIECES AND A MASTER REFERENCE BOOK

The Collectibles was conceived for collectors wishing to acquire one of La Grande Maison’s most emblematic timepieces and enthusiasts seeking to deepen their knowledge of a highly significant period, not only for the advances made by the Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre but also for the development of watchmaking as a whole.

All watches offered under The Collectibles programme are drawn from the 17 models represented in The Collectibles coffee-table book. The definitive reference to the 17 most significant models produced by the Manufacture between the 1920s and 1970s, the book shines the spotlight on such ground-breaking innovations as the Duoplan, Reverso, Memovox, Futurematic and Geophysic. A full chapter is devoted to each of the 17 models and includes such essential data for collectors as the number of calibres produced; the movements used; case metals employed; dial variations and more. Background stories place each model in the historical and cultural context in which it was born, offering a broader understanding of the evolution of the modern mechanical watch.

REVOLUTIONISING FEMININE WATCHMAKING FOR 100 YEARS

The 10 watches offered in the fourth capsule collection are all fitted with a Duoplan movement. Invented and patented in 1925, the Duoplan movement enabled an unprecedented degree of miniaturisation, answering the watchmaking conundrum that reducing the size of components almost invariably comes at the cost of robustness and reliability. LeCoultre’s solution was a rectangular movement with a two-level architecture, enabling larger components to be housed in a smaller space.

This had a very significant impact on the design of women’s watches in particular. The Duoplan family of movements comprised four calibres, including Calibre 101, introduced in 1929 and today the oldest calibre still in production. Initially supplied to watchmakers and jewellers to power their watches, the Duoplan opened new creative horizons and quickly became a core line under the Manufacture’s own name.

By 1931 – when Cesar de Trey and Jacques-David LeCoultre founded Spécialités Horlogères SA to commercialise Jaeger and LeCoultre’s products – LeCoultre & Cie had been collaborating with the Paris-based firm of Edmond Jaeger for almost three decades. Featuring Duoplan and Reverso models, the 1934 edition of the Spécialités Horlogères catalogue was the first catalogue to feature products created under this collaboration and so, although the two firms did not merge until 1937, it could be said to be the first “Jaeger-LeCoultre” catalogue. Depending on where a watch was distributed, the dial was signed either Duoplan, LeCoultre or Jaeger – and sometimes Duoplan together with one of the two names. Imitating the distinctive two plan architecture of the calibre, the lettering of the Duoplan logo itself is arranged on two levels.

The fourth capsule collection of The Collectibles shines a spotlight on Jaeger-LeCoultre’s rich heritage in watchmaking for women. Since its earliest days, the Manufacture combined its commitment to technical sophistication and miniaturisation of components with an exploration of new aesthetics and different ways of wearing the time. One of its first wristwatches, created in 1865, was a woman’s wristwatch set with diamonds and rubies. Sixty years later, the Duoplan was to have a significant impact on the future of the Manufacture and what was to become the Jaeger-LeCoultre brand, as well as influencing the way women wore watches. Combining function and advanced mechanics with sophisticated design, a Duoplan watch was a fashion statement as much as a timekeeping instrument. Their lightness and ease of wearing were perfectly in tune with the spirit of feminine emancipation from the 1920s onwards.

A CENTURY OF DUOPLAN: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF MINIATURE MASTERY

The timepieces selected in the fourth capsule collection are ranging from diamond-set Art Deco cocktail watches to design-forward pieces from the 1940s and ’50s. Among these boldly styled pieces is a Duoplan Tubogas secret watch in 18K (750/100) yellow gold from c.1950, its distinctive geometry defined by strong vertical and horizontal ribs, and, from c. 1941, a Duoplan Chaine set on a bracelet of broad, yellow gold links. Clearly demonstrating the shift in tastes over the decades of the mid-20^th century, a 1960 High Jewellery secret watch is set into a white gold bracelet of diamonds and sapphires set in rivière style, and fitted with Calibre 101, the smallest movement in the Duoplan family.

Also on offer is a rarely seen version of the Duoplan Tuile collection, named after the convex dial glass reminiscent of the tunnel-shaped roof tiles used on traditional Mediterranean houses. This 1939 model features a rectangular case and dial set at 90 degrees, rather than vertically across the wrist. The horizontally mounted case also features on a steel 1930s Duoplan Driver with white numerals and hands on a black dial. Named for its angled case, which allowed drivers to read the time without removing their hands from the steering wheel, the ‘Driver’ is a fine example of a Duoplan model designed with functionality in mind.

FULLY AUTHENTICATED AND IMMACULATELY RESTORED

Every piece offered for sale through The Collectibles is thoroughly vetted by Jaeger-LeCoultre’s historical experts and fully serviced and restored by the specialised watchmakers of the Manufacture’s restoration workshop. Currently numbering 10 restoration watchmakers, the restoration workshop’s team has access to archives containing the blueprint of every piece ever made, as well as original spare parts in some cases. If there no component is available, the watchmaker can make an identical component from scratch, using one of the thousands original swages or stamps. Because the Manufacture is fully integrated, the entire process can be carried out in-house. While some pieces may require significant mechanical restoration, the intervention on the case and dial must be kept to a minimum, since too much work would alter the historical nature of the piece for collectors; therefore, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s acquisitions team seeks watches that are as close as possible to their original condition.

Every timepiece offered under The Collectibles programme is presented with an extract from the Jaeger-LeCoultre archives and a complimentary The Collectibles book, as well as a new leather strap chosen to complement the style of each watch, except in cases where the model has an integrated metal bracelet. In addition, when available, the original box and papers, and original strap or bracelet will be included.

The fourth capsule collection of The Collectibles will be revealed on June 9^th, 2025. The collection will be presented, along The Collectibles book, at the Jaeger-LeCoultre boutique at 7 Place Vendôme, from June 13^th to July 27^th, 2025. The timepieces will be available to purchase through jaeger-lecoultre.com, by appointment at the boutique bit.ly/BoutiqueAppointmentVendome, as well as during the Paris presentation.

• A meticulously curated collection of 10 rare and sought-after models for men and women
• Complemented by the definitive reference book about the ‘golden age’ of 20^th-century watchmaking
• Launching a new Collectibles capsule in Asia for the first time

Jaeger-LeCoultre is delighted to present the third edition of The Collectibles, a meticulously curated collection of rare and sought-after timepieces created by the Manufacture during the 50-year ‘golden age’ of 20^th-century watchmaking (1920s-1970s). Comprising 10 exceptional timepieces for men and women, this third capsule collection will be unveiled in Singapore in October 2024. After presenting the first collection in the Vallée de Joux and the second in Los Angeles, Jaeger-LeCoultre brings the third edition of The Collectibles to Singapore in appreciation for the strong watch collecting community in that country.

The Collectibles programme: exceptional timepieces and a master reference book

Introduced to coincide with the 190 years of the Manufacture, The Collectibles was conceived for collectors wishing to acquire one of La Grande Maison’s most emblematic timepieces and enthusiasts seeking to deepen their knowledge of a period that was highly significant not only for the advances made by the Maison but also for the development of watchmaking as a whole.

Complementing the capsule collection of watches presented for sale, The Collectibles coffee-table book is the definitive reference to the 17 most significant models produced by the Manufacture between the 1920s and 1970s. All watches offered under The Collectibles programme are drawn from among the 17 models represented in the book.

Celebrating the pioneering spirit that has always driven La Grande Maison, The Collectibles shines the spotlight on such ground-breaking innovations as the Duoplan, Reverso, Memovox, Futurematic and Geophysic. A full chapter is devoted to each of the 17 models and includes such essential data for collectors as the years of production for each reference; the movements used; case metals employed; dial variations and more. This is supplemented by detailed and informative photography, and copies of historic documents from the Manufacture’s archives. Along with providing indispensable data for collectors, The Collectibles book includes background stories that place the watches in the historical and cultural context in which they were born, offering a broader understanding of the evolution of the modern mechanical watch over the course of half a century.

A collection of 10 timepieces from the 1920s to the 1970s 

The third capsule collection, comprising 10 watches, includes a wide variety of pieces for both men and women, ranging from rarely seen interpretations of the Reverso and Memovox with eye-catching dials to classic examples of highly sought-after models such as the Master Mariner Deep Sea from 1970 and a Triple Calendar from 1945.

Among the pieces is an early example of the Powermatic, and it is the first time that an example of this ground-breaking model has been offered through The Collectibles. Dating from 1949, the year of the Powermatic’s launch, the watch is equipped with Calibre 481 featuring a ‘bumper’ automatic winding system and an integrated power reserve indicator (invented and patented by Jaeger-LeCoultre). Renowned in its day for its reliability, the Powermatic became the Maison’s emblematic watch immediately after its launch.

For women, three outstanding pieces epitomise La Grande Maison’s commitment to marrying technical sophistication with great design: from 1933, a Duoplan Coulissante features the two-level Duoplan calibre (which enabled an unprecedented degree of miniaturisation) in a gold case with a cover that slides to conceal or reveal the dial. A ladies’ Reverso from 1934 features a rare and eye-catching chocolate dial in a steel case; and a 1938 Calibre 101 model on an articulated gold bracelet sets one of the world’s smallest hand-wound mechanical movement in an avant-garde design that marked the transition from Art Deco to the more sculptural forms that came to define the 1940s.

Other high-design pieces include a Memovox Polaris II from 1970, with a turquoise dial and bezel, and a 1969 Memovox nicknamed ‘Brownie’ after its distinctive brown lacquer dial, which has acquired a patina resembling tortoiseshell.

Fully authenticated and restored to preserve its historical nature

Every piece is thoroughly vetted by Jaeger-LeCoultre’s historical experts, restored and fully serviced by the specialised watchmakers of the Manufacture’s restoration workshop. Currently numbering 10 experts, the restoration team can go through the Manufacture’s archives and find the blueprint of every piece ever made, and in some cases also find original spare components. If there is no component to hand, there is a stock of some 6,000 swages or stamps that they can use to make an identical component from scratch. Because the Manufacture is fully integrated, the entire process can be carried out in-house. While the mechanical restoration may, in some cases, be significant, the intervention on the case and dial must be kept to a minimum, since too much work would alter the historical nature of the piece for collectors; therefore, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s acquisitions team seeks watches that are as close as possible to their original condition.

Each Collectibles timepiece is presented with an extract from the Jaeger-LeCoultre archives and a complimentary copy of The Collectibles book, as well as a new strap chosen to complement the style of each watch. In addition, when available, the original box and papers, as well as original strap or bracelet will be included.

The third edition of The Collectibles will be launched in Singapore on October 11, 2024 with a panel discussion led by Matthieu Sauret, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Product Marketing and Heritage Director. The collection will be presented, along with The Collectibles book, at the Jaeger-LeCoultre boutique at Marina Bay Sands from 13–23 October 2024. The timepieces will be available to purchase through jaeger-lecoultre.com, as well as during the Singapore presentation.

Covering the 50-year ‘golden age’ of 20^th-century watchmaking (1920s-1970s), The Collectibles encapsulates the way that watchmaking evolved through five decades of momentous social and technological change, and the role played in that evolution by the Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre. Under The Collectibles programme, a continually evolving selection of historically significant timepieces is released as a series of capsule collections presented in different cities around the world, and available for purchase.

To complement these meticulously curated collections, Jaeger-LeCoultre has published The Collectibles book – the definitive reference to 17 historically significant models that represent high-water marks not only for Jaeger-LeCoultre but also for the development of watchmaking in the 20^th century. Written by the experts within La Grande Maison and covering each model in encyclopaedic detail, supplemented by copies of historical documents from the Maison’s archives, the beautifully illustrated coffee-table book also offers fascinating insights into the cultural and social milieu in which the watches were developed. All watches offered under The Collectibles programme will be drawn from among the 17 models represented in the book.

The second capsule collection, comprising 11 watches, includes a 1920s Duoplan, an early Reverso and two great innovations from the beginning of the 1950s: Futurematic and Memovox.

The Futurematic was the world’s first fully automatic watch without a conventional crown and winding mechanism and was claimed to be the world’s most accurate wristwatch of its day. Thanks to the ground-breaking Calibre 497, the watch stops before it is fully unwound – effectively ‘going to sleep’ while retaining enough energy to restart with utmost accuracy, even after a long period of immobility. With the time set by a disc on the case-back, the absence of a winding crown accentuates the purity and symmetry of the Futurematic’s design.

In 1957, seven years after creating the first Memovox, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s engineers combined two major technical advances – an alarm function and automatic winding – for the first time to create Calibre 815. Among the five Memovox pieces offered in this second capsule collection are two Memovox Automatic Calendar pieces; equipped with Calibre 825, they have the added benefit of a date display at 3 o’clock.

Every Collectibles timepiece is presented with an extract from the Jaeger-LeCoultre archives and a complimentary copy of The Collectibles coffee-table book, as well as a new calf leather strap chosen to complement the style of each watch. In addition, when available, the original box and papers, and original strap or bracelet will be included.

Every piece is thoroughly vetted by Jaeger-LeCoultre’s historical experts and fully serviced and restored by the specialised watchmakers of the Manufacture’s restoration workshop. Currently numbering 10 experts, the restoration team can go through the Manufacture’s archives and find the blueprint of every piece ever made, and in some cases also find original spare components. If there is no component to hand, there is a stock of some 6,000 swages or stamps that they can use to make an identical component from scratch. Because the Manufacture is fully integrated, the entire process can be carried out in-house. While the mechanical restoration may, in some cases, be significant, the intervention on the case and dial must be kept to a minimum, since too much work would alter the historical nature of the piece for collectors; therefore, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s acquisitions team seeks watches that are as close as possible to their original condition.

The second capsule collection will be unveiled in Los Angeles for collectors and Jaeger-LeCoultre enthusiasts to view at the Maison’s boutique on Rodeo Drive from 16 June until 21 June. Along with the newly restored watches offered for sale, visitors to the boutique will discover a display of pieces from the Manufacture’s archives that represent each of the 17 chapters in The Collectibles book, shining the spotlight on the pioneering spirit that has always driven La Grande Maison. They will also enjoy live demonstrations of the painstaking craft of polishing screws and the fascinating art of heat-blueing hands. These two crafts are among the dozens of skills employed in the Manufacture’s restoration workshop, breathing new life into decades-old pieces and enabling these timeless objects to be passed from one generation to the next.

The second capsule collection of The Collectibles programme will be available online through jaeger-lecoultre.com, as well as during the Los Angeles presentation.

The Collectibles presents a meticulously curated collection of rare and sought-after timepieces that represent high-water marks for both Jaeger-LeCoultre and 20th-century watchmaking.

“With Jaeger-LeCoultre’s most emblematic timepieces being increasingly sought-after by collectors, we are delighted to introduce The Collectibles,” says Catherine Rénier, CEO of Jaeger-LeCoultre. “Together with a new master reference book for our Maison’s most emblematic models of the 20th century, this new programme presents a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of the Manufacture’s history.”

Over time, a continually evolving selection of timepieces will be available to purchase through The Collectibles on jaeger-lecoultre.com and in the form of capsule collections that will travel around the world. 

Among the first to be offered are fine examples of a Geophysic, a Memovox Parking, a Master Mariner Deep Sea and a Shark Deep Sea. Every Collectibles timepiece is presented with an extract from the Jaeger-LeCoultre archives, a new watch strap and a complimentary copy of The Collectibles coffee-table book. In addition, when available, the original box and papers, and original strap or bracelet will be included.

Every piece offered through The Collectibles is thoroughly vetted by Jaeger-LeCoultre’s historical experts and fully serviced and restored by the specialised watchmakers of the Manufacture’s restoration workshop.

Currently numbering 10 experts, the restoration team can go through the Manufacture’s archives and find the blueprint of every piece ever made, and in some cases also find a stock of original spare components. If there is no component to hand, there is a stock of some 6,000 swages or stamps that they can use to make an identical component from scratch. Because the Manufacture is fully integrated, the entire process can be carried out in-house. While the mechanical restoration may, in some cases, be significant, the intervention on the case and dial must be kept to a minimum, since too much work would alter the historical nature of the piece for collectors; therefore, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Heritage team seeks watches that are as close as possible to their original condition.

“Being able to restore these remarkable timepieces and offer them once again is a nice tribute to our current environment, in which sustainability and second lives have come to the fore,” says Catherine Rénier. “It is fantastic to see 50- or 80-year-old pieces given a new life. For me, that symbolises the beauty of our world – of timeless and durable objects to be passed from one generation to the next.”

The Collectibles coffee-table book covers the period from 1925 to 1974, surveying 17 of the most significant models produced by the Manufacture during this ‘golden age’ of 20th-century watchmaking. Shining the spotlight on the pioneering spirit that has always driven La Grande Maison, the roll-call of ground-breaking innovations includes timepieces such as the Reverso, Memovox, Futurematic and Geophysic. A full chapter is devoted to each of the 17 models, providing an encyclopaedic history and including essential data for collectors supplemented by detailed and informative photography, and copies of historic documents from the Manufacture’s archives.

While Jaeger-LeCoultre collectors and enthusiasts have always been able to glean information from a variety of different resources online and in print, this is the first time such detailed information on these key 20th-century models has been brought together in a single volume, written by the experts within La Grande Maison.

Besides providing indispensable data for collectors, The Collectibles book offers history aficionados a broader understanding of the evolution of the modern mechanical watch over the course of half a century. With background stories that place the watches in the historical and cultural context in which they were born, the book brings a fresh perspective to the way that watchmaking responded to the momentous social changes that occurred during the 20th century and the role played in that evolution by the Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre. With the increasing freedom of women in the 1920s, wrist-worn watches, along with radically new styles of dress, liberated them from the stiffness and constraints of old society; in the 1930s, the Reverso – with its distinctive style, coloured dials and unisex appeal – epitomised the lifestyle of the newly fashionable ‘sporting gentleman’; as the 1950s brought an emphasis on technology and the emergence of the international businessman, Jaeger-LeCoultre responded with automatic movements and numerous useful functions – as seen in the Futurematic, Memovox and Geophysic. More than a collection of watches, The Collectibles provides a snapshot of a remarkable period in world history.