Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duoface 272.1.54

This Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duoface 272.1.54 is an excellent example of one of watchmaking’s most enduring designs. With its distinctive reversible rectangular dial, it also celebrates the Franco-Swiss genius of René-Alfred Chauvot and Jacques-David LeCoultre. Not only is this desirable vintage watch well preserved, but being two watches in one it’s a sure conversation starter. From Jaeger-LeCoultre’s calibre 854 movement to the exquisite silver guilloche dials and engaging Reverso Duoface (or Reverso Due) design it’s a true classic. And it could soon be yours…

A classic Art Deco-style gold watch
If you’re an established JLC collector, you’ll appreciate the appeal of this Art Deco-style watch. And what it could bring to your collection. Most likely, however, we suspect that this gorgeous Swiss timepiece – first added to the Reverso family in 1994 – will find a new home with someone seeking a special gold watch that’s a little bit different. Is that you?

Two stunning reversible dials
Treat yourself to this gem from Le Sentier and savour not one but two reversible dials so cleverly engineered by JLC. Both integrate perfectly into the inspired slide-and-flip design of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duo 272.1.54. Moreover, both are powered by the ingenious gearing of a single mechanical movement.

On one side there’s a signed silvered dial with central machined section, black Arabic numerals, small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock, an inner seconds track and blued-steel sword (épée) hands. Contrast this with the second dial on the reverse of the rectangular Grand Taille (‘big size’) case: a sunken main circular dial boasts Arabic 12, 3 and 9 numerals, with a smaller intersecting subsidiary date dial flanked by NIGHT and DAY annotations.

Technical & Condition

Condition: The dial, hands, case and sapphire crystal of this timepiece are all in excellent condition. The case has only minor scratches (please review the photos). Both dials are clean with the exception of a small mark in the top right corner of one. The strap is worn but still wearable. We can help fit a new third party strap at cost should you wish. 

Year: Circa 2000.

Case size: 26 mm x 42 mm (inc. lugs) with three horizontal ridges at top and bottom on both sides.

Case material: 18k yellow gold (hallmarked ‘18k 750’)

Movement calibre: Recently serviced manual-winding Calibre 854 with 21 jewels and c. 45-hour power reserve

Strap/bracelet: Your watch will come on the original (worn but still usable) signed JLC brown leather strap with 18k gold deployment clasp.

Box and papers: Our own.

Buy your Reverso Duo today
Treat yourself – or someone special – to this fascinating timepiece and secure much more than just the versatility of two watches in one. Jaeger-LeCoultre is a top Swiss brand with a strong story. The Reverso is a horological classic. And the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duoface 272.1.54 is one of the most interesting variations on the design’s signature theme.

Overall, this is a stunning gold watch in excellent condition that’s guaranteed to turn heads. It won’t be with us for long, so contact us today and put it on your wrist.