Shop Pre-Owned JLC Reverso Watches With Bezel
Are you thinking of adding a Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso to your collection? Bezel offers a wide selection of pre-owned JLC Reverso watches, including top models with complications like perpetual calendars, tourbillons, and more. The Reverso is considered Jaeger-LeCoultre’s most iconic creation, renowned for its technical sophistication and reversing functionality. Created to protect the watch during polo matches, this collection has become a true JLC icon, beloved by purists, collectors, and luxury watch lovers worldwide. The Legacy of JLC Reverso Watches
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso has one of the most unusual designs in the world of horology, making it one of the most remarkable JLC watches. A truly original design, the Reverso’s backstory is just as distinctive as its design.
This horological masterpiece was first introduced in 1931. It debuted a rectangular art-deco-inspired casing, which was unique in itself. However, the most impressive aspect of this watch’s design is that the case can be flipped over to protect the dial.
This design feature was added to solve a practical problem: British polo players in India needed a watch that could withstand the rigors of the game without damaging the crystal. David LeCoultre and Parisian watchmaker Edmond Jaeger collaborated with engineer René Alfred Chauvot to bring this unique design to life.
This reversible design became more than just a practical feature. It was a symbol of elegance and innovation, distinct from anything else in the industry. In the first few decades of its existence, JLC did not produce the Reverso continuously as a standard collection. The Reverso officially joined the company’s lineup in the 1980s and has remained a flagship JLC collection ever since.
The clean, rectangular lines and Art Deco proportions of the Reverso captured the aesthetic spirit of the early 20th century. Over the decades, the model has evolved into an iconic status symbol, adorning the wrists of royalty and celebrities alike.
The Reverso has also become a canvas to demonstrate JLC’s mechanical creativity. Jaeger-LeCoultre has introduced versions with dual time zones, moon phases, tourbillons, and even minute repeaters, all ingeniously housed in the slim, rectangular case. The brand’s ability to blend functionality with form cemented the Reverso’s place as a legend in luxury watchmaking.
How Much Does a JLC Reverso Cost?
As one of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s flagship models, the Reverso spans a wide range of price points. You will find all kinds of watches in this collection, from entry-level steel models to complicated masterpieces with multiple extra features. The Reverso is also available in diverse material options, including classic stainless steel, luxurious gold, and other precious metals, introducing even more price variation into the collection. The enduring popularity and unique identity of the Reverso continue to contribute to its retail and secondary market appeal.
Retail Cost
Retail prices for a Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso watch start at around $7,000 to $10,00 for the simplest models of this watch, like the Reverso Classic Monoface in stainless steel.
More complex watches in the Reverso Classic sub-collection presented in gold casing cost between $15,000 and $25,000. The Reverso One sub-collection of ladies' watches is also relatively affordable, with most models being less than $10,000 (with a few exceptions).
The Reverso Tribute subcollection has pricier watches. Prices range from $10,000 to $41,000 for the most expensive, limited edition variants. Grand complications, such as the Reverso Tribute Gyrotourbillon, reach six-figure territory.
How Much Does a Pre-Owned JLC Reverso Cost?
The lowest Reverso JLC price in the secondary market is for the stainless steel variants with quartz calibers. Some examples in this category can be purchased for as low as $2,300. Similar stainless steel watches with manual calibers tend to go up to about $4,000.
Models with precious metal casing or complications tend to cost more, even in the secondary market—for instance, the Reverso Tribute Calendar ref. Q3912420, which has a moon phase display, can be purchased for about $39,500. Tourbillons and minute repeaters are even more costly. These limited edition watches tend to require a six-figure investment, with prices over $200,000 in some cases.
Key Features of JLC Reverso Watches
Reversible Case
This is the defining feature of the JLC Reverso watch. The feature was originally designed to protect the watch face from getting damaged during polo matches. It flips smoothly to reveal a solid back (or a second dial in some models). In addition to protecting the crystal from getting damaged, the reversible case also introduces some versatility and personalization to this watch collection.
Art Deco Inspired Casing
This is the defining feature of the JLC Reverso watch. The feature was originally designed to protect the watch face from getting damaged during polo matches. It flips smoothly to reveal a solid back (or a second dial in some models). In addition to protecting the crystal from getting damaged, the reversible case also introduces some versatility and personalization to this watch collection.
Minimalist Dial
All versions of the JLC Reverso (including those with complications) are characterized by a minimalist dial that promotes legibility. They have bold and elegant hour markers (or numerals), distinct sword-shaped hands, and refined typography that stand out against a smooth dial base.
Mechanical Versatility
The earliest models of the watch were simple, time-only watches. However, the collection has expanded to include extra complications, including day/night indicators, perpetual calendars, tourbillons, and even minute repeaters, giving them more utility than regular timepieces.
Popular JLC Reverso Watches
The JLC Reverso collection has been around for nearly a century and has grown to include various designs and functions. The collection is divided into three main lines: the Classic, One, and Tribute. Of these three, the Reverso Classic remains true to the original minimalist design, the Tribute features variants with bolder design features, while the One line has the widest selection of women’s watches. The Reverso Duo and Duoface are also known for having two contrasting dials on either side.
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Thinking of selling your JLC Reverso timepiece? Bezel offers a seamless way to find discerning buyers and collectors who will appreciate the craftsmanship and heritage of a Reverso timepiece and will be willing to pay its true worth. Selling on Bezel is simple, efficient, and will maximize the value of your timepiece.
Once you submit your Reverso for listing, our specialists will handle the entire process, starting with an in-house authentication and appraisal to determine its true value. We will also promote your timepiece, manage buyer inquiries, and securely process transactions so you won’t have to worry about anything. It’s the simplest and most efficient way to sell your cherished timepiece and get true value for your sale.
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