This sweet and simple timepiece is firmly grounded in the watches of the 1950s. With a stainless steel case measuring 39mm across and with an eye-catching two-tone sector dial, this 2017 release is part of a three-piece collection that celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Master Control line. It would look just as appropriate with blue jeans as it would with a suit. Its dressy-casual character is accentuated by a leather strap featuring a deployant clasp.
It features skeletonized syringe-shaped sweep hands, a black second hand, and a date window at 3 o’clock. Lastly, but perhaps most importantly, this self-winding mechanical watch features the Jaeger-Lecoultre caliber 899/1 movement. As the minimal text on the dial attests, this watch is indeed “automatique.”
Information:
Jaeger Le-Coultre Master Control
Reference: Q1538530
Dated: 2018
Bracelet: Blue Delugs Leather Strap with original JLC buckle
Case Size: 39mm x 8.5mm Thickness
Lug Width: 20mm
Case Metal: Stainless Steel
Movement: 899/1 - Automatic
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, date
Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes, and warranty papers
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet size: 7,5”
Condition: Excellent
Case has light normal wear. Strap is new, with light wear on the buckle. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear.
History of Jaeger-LeCoultre
Jaeger-LeCoultre, founded in 1833 in Switzerland's Vallée de Joux, began as a small workshop established by Antoine LeCoultre. Driven by innovation and precision, LeCoultre's company quickly gained recognition for its high-quality timepieces and movement production. In 1903, a partnership with Parisian businessman Edmond Jaeger led to the formation of Jaeger-LeCoultre, combining Swiss watchmaking expertise with French elegance.
Throughout the 20th century, Jaeger-LeCoultre solidified its position as a leader in watchmaking innovation. The company's milestones include the creation of the world's thinnest pocket watch (1925), the self-winding Atmos clock (1928), the iconic Reverso watch (1931), and the Master Memovox alarm wristwatch (1950). Today, Jaeger-LeCoultre continues to operate as a true "Manufacture," designing and producing its timepieces entirely in-house, while maintaining its legacy of innovation and exceptional craftsmanship.
