Okay, so I’ve been eyeing this Jaeger-LeCoultre JLC Reverso Tribute Chronograph for a while now. You know, the one with the flip face? Yeah, that’s the one. It’s a pretty penny, but I finally pulled the trigger and got one for myself. I wanted to document the whole process, from start to finish, just in case anyone else is thinking about doing the same.
First, I spent hours online looking at different places that sell this thing. I saw some on a few websites, but it was tough to know who to trust. Plus, the prices were all over the place. Some places had it listed for like a gazillion dollars, and others were suspiciously cheap. It was a real headache. I read that the brand was established in 1833 so it should be good. But I am not quite sure about it.
Then I found a few listed on some watch forums. People were selling their used ones, but honestly, I wasn’t too keen on buying a used watch. I wanted the whole experience of getting a brand new one, you know? Plus, who knows what kind of condition those used ones were in.
After a lot of digging, I decided to go with a local store. I went to try some of them and I found that there is one guy working there who knows what he’s talking about. The case is 49.4 mm x 29.9 mm and 11.4mm thick. The size is perfect. He explained all the different models and even let me try a few on. The movement is called Caliber 860, which is based on the 1998 caliber 829. It’s a dual-sided time display watch. That’s what I like about this watch! It also mentioned that there is another watch called the Geophysic, which was only in production for one year. And replaced by a watch called the Geomatic. So that one is even rarer. But I only want the Reverso one. It is powered by the Jaeger-LeCoultre 846 calibre movement. He seemed trustworthy enough. This way, if anything goes wrong, I can just go back to the store and deal with it in person. No need to ship the watch back and forth.
So, here’s the breakdown of how I got my hands on this beauty:
- Scoured the internet: Wasted way too much time looking at websites and forums.
- Ruled out used: Decided against buying a pre-owned watch.
- Found a local store: Stumbled upon a store with a knowledgeable staff.
- Tried it on: Got to see the watch in person and try it on my wrist.
- Paid the price: Forked over a hefty sum of money. No regrets, though!
And finally, I decided on the Jaeger-LeCoultre JLC Reverso Tribute Chronograph.
Here is what I finally got:
- Jaeger-LeCoultre JLC Reverso Tribute Chronograph.
- Authenticity papers and warranty.
- Original box and packaging.
- A huge smile on my face.
The Result
Now, I’m the proud owner of a Jaeger-LeCoultre JLC Reverso Tribute Chronograph. It’s a beautiful watch, and I’m so glad I went through with the purchase. The whole process was a bit of an adventure, but it was worth it in the end. If you’re thinking about getting one of these watches, I hope my experience helps you out. It’s a big purchase, so do your research and make sure you’re getting it from a reputable source. The price can vary based on model, condition, rarity, and market demand. And most importantly, enjoy the process! It’s not every day you get to buy a watch like this.
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