So, I’ve been messing around with this Jaeger-LeCoultre JLC Reverso Tribute Monoface watch lately, and I gotta say, it’s been quite a ride. I wanted to see if I could somehow mimic the real deal without, you know, actually buying one. They’re pretty pricey, as you might know.
First off, I started by digging up everything I could find about this watch online. I learned that the Reverso Tribute Monoface is supposed to have these “ideal proportions” that fit any wrist. Apparently, it’s designed to look like the original 1931 Reverso model, which is pretty cool. I spent hours looking at pictures and reading descriptions, trying to get a feel for its design.
Then came the pricing part. Man, these things are expensive! I saw that the steel versions start at around $8,900, and if you want the pink gold one, you’re looking at $25,500! There was also some mention of $111 and $4, but it wasn’t super clear what those were for. I even stumbled upon some online marketplaces where people buy and sell used ones. It’s a whole world out there!
After that, I got into the nitty-gritty details. I read about the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Medium Duetto, which is apparently a unisex model. Sounds fancy, right? I also found out that the watch I was interested in has this Jaeger-LeCoultre 846 calibre movement thing. It’s supposed to have a 38-hour power reserve and can handle water up to 30 meters. I’m not planning on diving with it, but it’s good to know, I guess.
- Gathering Information:
- Looked up everything about the Reverso Tribute Monoface online.
- Focused on design details and proportions.
- Price Research:
- Found out the starting prices for different models.
- Explored online marketplaces for used watches.
- Technical Specs:
- Learned about the Jaeger-LeCoultre 846 calibre movement.
- Noted the 38-hour power reserve and water resistance.
I even read about something called the Geophysic, which was only made for a year and is super rare now. Less than 1,000 were made, apparently. It’s not the same as the Reverso, but it was interesting to learn about.
The whole point of the Reverso is that it was made for polo players so it wouldn’t break during matches. It’s got these Art Deco lines, which I guess are a big deal. I tried to find similar designs that I could maybe imitate or get inspiration from.
So, after all this research, I started sketching and planning. I’m not a watchmaker or anything, but I thought it would be fun to try and create something that looks like the Reverso Tribute Monoface. It’s been a challenging but fun project. I’m still working on it, but I’m pretty happy with how it’s going so far. Who knows, maybe I’ll end up with something that at least resembles the real thing!
My Imitation Journey
The goal was never to make a perfect replica, but rather to capture the essence of the Reverso Tribute Monoface. It’s more about the fun of the process and learning about watch design. Plus, it saves me a ton of money! I’ll keep tinkering and see where this little project takes me.
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