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The concept of the Reverso model was originally developed in India in 1931 to meet English polo players' need for an unbreakable watch.Set in a reversible case, the elegant timepiece managed to survive the harsh trials of the competition. Moreover, the lucky owner could personalize it by engraving his initials, family crest or some motto on the dial-protecting shield.Today, almost 80 years later, Jaeger-LeCoultre is happy to bring forth its new Grande Reverso Ultra Thin watch, which pays tribute to the famous edition of 1931. The appealing novelty strikes the eye with its slender case, which appearance exudes classical simplicity. The new Jaeger-LeCoultre watch has been released in two case versions: steel and 18-carat pink gold. Dimensionally, it stands 46 mm in height and has a width of 27.5 mm as well as a thickness of 7.2 mm. The timepiece in question provides a "1000 Hours Control" indication, presented on its back. The water-resistance of the case is assured down to 3 bars. The interior life of the model is represented by a just 2.94 mm thick manufactory-made mechanical hand-wound movement - Calibre 822. Crafted, assembled and embellished by hand, it boasts 21 jewels. Composed of 134 parts, the movement runs at the rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour and supplies a 45-hour power reserve.The caliber 822 brings to life the basic functions of hours and minutes. For the new Grande Reverso Ultra Thin watch the brand's specialists have chosen a guilloche silvered dial, completed with stamped numerals and/or hour-markers.The audience will also enjoy limited-edition models. They come equipped either with a black dial with white hour-markers or a silvered dial with golden numerals and hour-markers. Both interpretations are equipped with dagger-shaped hands.A harmonious union of technique, strength and elegance, the new Jaeger-LeCoultre watch is delivered on a black alligator leather strap, finalized by a pin buckle.Discover a fine selection of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches and clocks:

This watch brand is as sleek-looking as it sounds. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Memovox watch will make a comeback in 2010 and those who are familiar with the Memovox watch will find that exciting.The watch gets inspiration from the original Memovox watch which is known for being the first wrist watch that comes with an alarm function and an automatic movement. The Memovox, which was powered by a Jaeger-LeCoultre Caliber 489 movement, was first released in the market in 1950 and was produced until 1968.Since that time, the Memovox has become like the dinosaurs��extinct. However, the brand is set to release the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Memovox watch next year and it will be powered by a Jaeger-LeCoultre caliber 956 movement with a 45 hour power reserve.The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Memovox watch comes in a stainless steel or rose gold case measuring 40 mm in diameter. It comes with a silver dial with gold Arabic numerals at 6. 9 and 12 o'clock. There is a date display window at 3 o'clock.