Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Ref.141.001.5 manual wind

Few watches have achieved the status and cultural importance of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso. Created in 1931, the Reverso was born from a unique challenge: creating a wristwatch robust enough for polo players while maintaining the elegance expected from a refined timepiece. Its ingenious reversible case quickly became one of the most recognizable designs in the history of watchmaking.

Over the decades, the Reverso evolved while preserving its unmistakable identity. The rectangular case, Art Deco inspiration and exceptional proportions transformed it from a practical sporting watch into a symbol of understated sophistication, appreciated by collectors around the world.

The Ref. 141.001.5 belongs to an important chapter of the modern Reverso revival. Produced during the late 1980s and 1990s, this reference perfectly represents Jaeger-LeCoultre’s ability to reinterpret its heritage while remaining faithful to the original concept. Examples of this reference are known with the classic steel and gold construction, manual winding movement and the iconic 39 x 23 mm case proportions.

Inside beats the legendary Jaeger-LeCoultre calibre 846, a slim and reliable hand-wound movement that reflects the Manufacture’s historic expertise in creating elegant mechanical calibres. The 846 family has been closely associated with the Reverso collection for decades, combining precision, robustness and refined architecture.

This example, featuring a steel case with gold elements, a silver dial with applied numerals and a serial number 162xxxx, represents the classic aesthetic that has made vintage Reverso models increasingly appreciated among collectors.

Recently serviced in July 2026, it is fitted with a warm honey-colored ostrich strap, adding a sophisticated contrast to the Art Deco lines of the case.
A timeless piece of Jaeger-LeCoultre history, the Reverso Ref. 141.001.5 remains one of the most elegant expressions of traditional Swiss watchmaking: discreet, distinctive and instantly recognizable.