and ? go read some reviews on watchuseek .. old movements .. no water resistancy... you can overwind them etc etc etc ... they lose 35% percent before you even buy them lol .. the hands are not gold but rhodium plated (which is absurd for this price range) many watches have terrible reading etc etc the list of problems go on .. rolex and glashutte are way above. jlc has zero decoration .. unless you go duo but those are gold and cost +25 k euro. even grand seiko has better finishing of the movement (not to mention the case ) so overall .. almost all good brands like, lange, glashutte, grand seiko, rolex, blancpain, and breguet. not to mention all richmonds watches are known to have terrible quality control as well as durability problems (with an expection a Lange) even vacheron has big problems ... people that dont know much about watch making might assume jlc is a good watch. but it really is not. and the watchmakers watchmaker is just a phrase that maybe made sense back in the days but these days its not true at all. lol not even to to mention their watches dont even have magnetic resistance (and its 2021 out there lol terrible !!!!)
@@MonsieurCorbusier it may be a German name but Edmond Jaeger was french, from Alsace, and pronounced it the french way, which is how JLC has stated the brand name is pronounced.
I am a 😎 proud owner of 5 Reverso.They are classic watches that hold their value, are high quality timepieces for a fraction of the price compared to the overated/inflated price "keep it with the Jones's" Rolex!
Great video! Just one thing: 30m of water resistance does NOT mean you can go diving this deep with it, not even technically. It only describes the static pressure resistance, but little movements under water already increase the pressure significantly. A 30m watch is merely resistant to splash water and you shouldn't even go under the shower with it. Still a lovely watch which I would love to own one day. Keep up the good stuff!
Thank you!! This is always a point of contention in the watch community. You should not be swimming or even showering with the majority of luxury watches.
I mean, it comes standard with a leather strap, not nylon, not steel, not "oysterflex". That should be indication enough that it doesn't belong anywhere near water. Lol.
I personally think that maybe... But just maybe... The reverso can make a big comeback like the cartier santos or tank did. There are good chances that these watches will find lots of new, young fans.
How thick is the duo-face? Is it top heavy? I tried on a medium mono-face and it looked very small. I tried on a gold large mono-face and fit perfect. I know the single face large are 45mm in length. The duo-face large are 48mm in length plus 10mm thick. I wish they kept the black tribute to 1931. They are difficult to find in the United States for under $7500, and the 1931 editions I find are from Europe, but dealers ask over $9-$10k.
@@Milofchg hi, Duoface is not heavy at all. About the thickness, when I compare with my OP36, I don't see that much a difference and I have chosen a large one because the dark side seemed quite difficult to read for me on medium. I have no regret. The trick is rather in the shape, I think. Feel free to check my IG for photos @fuel_of_cool 😎
To me, JLC is the best watchmaker in the world for the simple reason that 2 of the 3 brands of the holy Trinity, Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet has for sure multiple times in the history received JLC movements in their watches, there’s a reason why they called them the watchmaker’s watchmaker
They are the only watchmaker who have supplied movements to all three of the holy trinity. The sole reason they aren't one of them is because they weren't established as a maker of watches as early as the others but their engineering and movements were unsurpassed.
@@spidiq8 actually the first Lecoultre Movement factory is a few years older then Patek Philippe ( founded by Antoine Lecoultre in 1833, P.P was in 1839), in my opinion the holy Trinity a fourth rule, investment, a normal Master collection watch from jlc will never be really a good investment but a P.P. Or A.P Will almost certainly gain value in almost no time
Excellent video and coverage of the brand and its history. Worth it for a watch is always a difficult question as it is an emotional purchase and not really an investment in the same way that classic clothing is. For watch enthusiasts, a JLC Reverso will likely be worth it but for more casual watch wearers, an affordable alternative like a Seiko or even a quartz Cartier may make more sense. As a JLC Reverso 976 owner myself, I absolutely love the timepiece so it's worth it to me.
I've long admired these. Seeing one in rose gold in a jewler in Aspen in the 90s was the first watch to turn me on. Totally out of my range, but no reason not to appreciate them.
I bought a new classic Reverso in 1997 and in the span of 24 years I've only had to replace the ostrich band. The movement is still working fine even though I've never brought it in for servicing. For investment purposes, stick with Rolex and PP as Raphael suggests. I recently sold my 13 year old PP 5711/1A for almost quadruple what I had paid.
The lubricants in your watch stopped protecting the parts against friction long ago, sir. It’s been running on borrowed time for years. A complete service is long overdue.
I got my Grande Taille Reverso in 1999, and is still running today. I do believe the Reversos from the 1990s were not water resistant. Only on the later iterations did JLC start putting a rubber gasket around the movement to help improve water resistance.
I own a Reverso, and I WEAR it wherever I can, despite the inevitable accumulation of minor scratches. (However, motorcycles and mechanical movements don't mix well.) The Reverso is totally distinctive, and I greatly appreciate the understated, retro elegance. I'm surprised you didn't mention the different styles of guilloché watch faces. There are several, but once I saw the wavy design you show at 0:58, nothing else would do! It's what I got, and it's provided a very satisfying ownership experience.
@@rywk4225 Not at all, Rahul, happy to help! I use a 36mm quartz watch with a steel band from Mondaine's "Simply Elegant" collection. It isn't on their website right now, but can be found on Amazon for €339. What I like is that it's very thin, almost like it's painted on your wrist, and doesn't interfere with the tight cuffs on motorcycle jackets; and the band, of stainless steel mesh, is as comfortable as leather but isn't affected by sweat. The only functions are time and a sweep second hand; but if you insist on ANYTHING more (date!), your watch will be twice as thick. It also comes in 41mm, which I ordered first; it looked HUGE on my wrist, and I sent it back. The train-station-clock design is a bit of a gag, and you either think it's way cool or you hate it: but it most definitely is LEGIBLE, at least until the sun goes down. But whatever watch you wear, Rahul, ride carefully, have fun, be safe!
I'm biased, I have a JLC Reverso in medium with small seconds on a black alligator straps. It's my go to dress watch although I wear it occasionally for no particular reason.
even Ihsahn, a well-known as singer and guitarrist from the Black Metal Band "Emperor" have a Reverso (with personal signature and a custom made strap form JLC), so not only for classic style, the reverso fits, but also for the most antyclassic standpoint of black metal xD. But, it make sense, to protect the watch on the stage, so he use it for the intended purpose ;). from a horological standpoint, there is almost no other watch, that is so iconic like the Reverso. it was the first "sports watch" and layed the foundation for watches like the Nautilus or the Royal Oak.
@@thomasm3170 exactly.. and you can measure the time you must wait till the arrival of the ancient deamon of the eternal darknes (and protect the watchface, when he is comming with his legion of destruction) xD xD
This is my dream watch HANDS DOWN. Not a bad price point for someone in my line of work... former Navy but now, warehouse worker. Would gladly save up to get this watch. I have a smaller wrist so I think it would fit me well.
While watch shopping I was attracted to the art deco style. The JLC and the Girard Perregaux caught my eye. I bought the GP. My next watch will be a JLC.
AMZWATCH is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！
This watch has my artistic heart. I remember my father owning one in the 1990's, as a child I was facinated and my father would allow me to wear it on special occasions watch face down of course! The watch in its dual face form has very recently had a write up in the financial times as part of a Christmas shopping list. I still prefer the single face.
I can support the statement that JLC will always support their movements I have a 1956 LeCoultre and they made a part for it and still only charged me what that part should have cost not what it cost them to make it. Only downside is that they do not openly support non authorized watch repair shops which means that any repairs can become expensive and time consuming (one might expect that given the value of the watch but Omega does not do this anyone can order their parts meaning you can have lower priced repairs).
All of these high end Swiss watches are overpriced so I would not buy one...However, if I were to buy one, the Reverso would be at the top of my list. It has an understated timeless Art Deco elegance. With 90 years of history and still going strong, so It will be around long after the macho mega watches have fallen out of favor. It is the watch that is nicely different, which flies a bit under the radar, and is really appreciated by watch aficionados. Everyone has a Rolex and it screams social climbing as the default status symbol, but the Reverso has a powerful unstated elegance. The slimmer and smaller size makes it more comfortable to wear. Finally, It is well made is actually fairly reasonably priced for its category. It is for the person who thinks differently.
I've been learning more about the brand lately. Really amazing brand with some original and cool looking designs. Nice vintage vibe without looking 'old' but classy. That model you wore with the silver dial and brown strap is gorgeous.... But not sold new anymore.... Guess I'll have to look around for it! Great video!
My favorite 2024 is the Prospex Limited Edition 1965 Recreation European Exclusive in Gradation Island Blue. The dial is stunning and the contrast when on a white strap is to die for. I will get my hands on one from AMZWATCH
Iconic design, dressy, elegant and classy. Instantly recognizable by those who know watches, invisible to those who don't. The small size and leather band make this a true dress watch, as nobody in his right mind is playing polo, or doing anything especially active with this watch. But for this reason, this is not going to be anyone's 1 watch they way, say, a Rolex Datejust, or Omega Aqua Terra would be. So, I would say go for it if you want or need a dress watch and you are a watch collector. Stay away if you wear mostly casual attire and especially, if you want to impress people around you, since for all intents and purposes, 99.9% of the people who see this watch on the wrist won't notice it.
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I was just looking at Reverso pics this week because it is one of the very few square watches I really like. Sven is a mindreader. Now I just need to win a lottery
During these times, I have gotten away from wearing watches on my wrist because of all the excessive hand washing and sanitizing, unless I were to invest in something sterling or gold plated, because they are already antimicrobial and I don't have to risk ruining the finish. Pocket watches and belt loop hanging watches have been my recent style
For me JLC being not as street recognizable is actually a positive. For me Rolex, while still very good watches, is a bit too recognizable and leave a bit aftertaste as many could name Rolex, but not name any other luxury watch. Personally I like JLC, IWC and Blanpain. I like a bit more minimalistic classical look.
The only square rectangular watches I have are from Peugeot and Citizen. They don't cost much but I'm still happy with them. Hardly use my Rolex and I mostly use my Seiko's at home.
And with JLC, unlike Rolex and PP, one can actually go into the shop and buy it then and there. Imagine that! being able to buy it outright and not having to play some multi-year game...and usually at a fraction of the price.
If you want great watchmaking for a very competetive price you really can't go wrong with Jaeger-LeCoultre. Goes not only for the Reverso but for pretty much any watch from JLC.
To be honest sir 😂😂, I don’t know you if you are reading my mind . I was just planning purchasing the duo face of Jaeger le coultre then came across your informative upload ♥️
For me, the JLC Reverso Duo (Night & Day), A Lange & Sohne 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual and Tag Heuer Monaco are my holy grail watches. Maybe one day, I'll afford them!
The JLC Reverso is actually quite typical of the small Art Deco rectangular watches popular in the 1930s. You can find this style vintage watches all over eBay for a lot less money. They will not be reversing (big deal!) but will have a concave back and will sit much better on the wrist
Dunhill from London England owns or did own Cartier from France. Cartier made a number of watches for Dunhill, one of them is a copy of the Cartier Tank, which is about the same as the reverso in size. One of these even has a Jaeger-Lecoutre movement. The Dunhill facet is about 1/2 the cost of a Cartier, exact same model and movement, and about 1/3 the cost of a Jaeger-Lecoutre. The best watches Dunhill sold were made by Cartier from the 1990's to 2015 or so era. They were both bought out by Reichmont. (not sure of the spelling). - if money is important, look for a Dunhill.
I absolutely love watches, the high end watch brands are out of my budget but the AMZWATCH has literally an almost duplicate of every single watch on the market . Always a great but no matter your budget.
The black one is mine, the white I considered, but there is another I like more. Yes, it was the medium, I try to buy watches that both my wife and I can wear, that way we get more use out of them...
I got a lot and still get very much from owning and wearing the timepiece. Both dials are very simple, elegant and I still consider it quite an accomplishment, to incorporate 2 dials in one timepiece. My Duoface is more present on the wrist and is thicker than It seems from looking on the website. I have a black leather strap and the leather is very rich and has a high quality. In my opinion, the timepiece offers a lot for the money spent.
In my humble opinion I’m sure anything from A Lange & Söhne would be suitable for you and your style. I’m surprised you went with a Rolex Pepsi GMT as seen in previous videos but to each their own.
The Reverso is a perfect 2nd or 3rd watch. Once you own that Rolex Submariner, GMT or Omega Speedmaster, Seamaster. The next watch should be a JLC Reverso. It can also be great for a two watch collection... One everyday watch, and the Reverso could be a dress watch.
Personally the 36mm 1st explorer is the only one i really like. Classic and understated vs the sub. Every time I see someone wearing a sub and I look at them i just think desk diver. Not that that's a bad thing
@@junioradult6219 I agree... I sold my Sub ceramic and got "the call" for a Explorer 36mm October 2021. Yes I agree on the understated vibe of the Explorer. 36mm is a sweet spot doesn't matter if you have the new Explorer, a 1016, or a 114270/14270. It's the best all around Rolex you can buy. The smaller classic size makes this perfect for me. Smaller size watches are back. Even though I have a 7 inch wrist and can wear just about any size watch. I prefer smaller 36mm-40mm width/42mm-48mm lug to lug size watches. I will say the pre-ceramic subs are not as flashy and don't stand out like these new Subs.
Jlc reverso is one of the few mechanical watches that are worth owning. It is a classic design from an incredible maker. Jlc is regarded as the watchmakers watch. I don’t own any Jlc. But if I did. A reverso would be one of them. Even it is a small watch and would look like a microwatch on my wrist.
@@omar10213245 That’s the point. Buying large watches to flaunt once’s wealth is not elegant. Not sure how you Americans don’t seem to understand these concepts.
One of my biggest regrets was selling my grande reverso. I am back in the market for a JLC and currently eyeing the new Master control chronograph. what a beauty !!
Before even watching the video, the answer is 100% YES
Yes it's worth it. Next video should be cartier tank quartz worth it?
NO NEED TO WATCH. THE ANSWER IS ALWAYS YES!
I like the rotary logo! I have a steel strap blue dial Rotary Monaco
@@mashedpotato238 Nice 👌
and ? go read some reviews on watchuseek .. old movements .. no water resistancy... you can overwind them etc etc etc ... they lose 35% percent before you even buy them lol .. the hands are not gold but rhodium plated (which is absurd for this price range) many watches have terrible reading etc etc the list of problems go on .. rolex and glashutte are way above. jlc has zero decoration .. unless you go duo but those are gold and cost +25 k euro. even grand seiko has better finishing of the movement (not to mention the case ) so overall .. almost all good brands like, lange, glashutte, grand seiko, rolex, blancpain, and breguet. not to mention all richmonds watches are known to have terrible quality control as well as durability problems (with an expection a Lange) even vacheron has big problems ... people that dont know much about watch making might assume jlc is a good watch. but it really is not. and the watchmakers watchmaker is just a phrase that maybe made sense back in the days but these days its not true at all. lol not even to to mention their watches dont even have magnetic resistance (and its 2021 out there lol terrible !!!!)
I am french and appreciate how careful you have about the pronunciations. You got it right sir. Well done.
I always pronounce Jaeger the German way, because its a German name. Le Coultre French of course. It is also a funny contrast in my opinion
He did a good job except for LeCoultre
@@MonsieurCorbusier it may be a German name but Edmond Jaeger was french, from Alsace, and pronounced it the french way, which is how JLC has stated the brand name is pronounced.
Today I had just visited a Jaeger-LeCoultre store in Ginza for the first time shopping for a dress watch.
I didn't realise there was a store in Ginza!
I could have visited it whilst writing!
Good store but the famed brand sekio is one finest if I were in ginza, I did buy a grand sekio
I am a 😎 proud owner of 5 Reverso.They are classic watches that hold their value, are high quality timepieces for a fraction of the price compared to the overated/inflated price "keep it with the Jones's" Rolex!
Agree
Judging your poor grammar, I'm going to say "cap".
yeah, they hold their value if you buy them pre-owned. not if you buy them brand-new
@@parkerhowell646 cap?
@@omar10213245 exactly.Never buy new watches in general!Always pre-owned!
Great video! Just one thing: 30m of water resistance does NOT mean you can go diving this deep with it, not even technically. It only describes the static pressure resistance, but little movements under water already increase the pressure significantly. A 30m watch is merely resistant to splash water and you shouldn't even go under the shower with it. Still a lovely watch which I would love to own one day. Keep up the good stuff!
Thank you!! This is always a point of contention in the watch community. You should not be swimming or even showering with the majority of luxury watches.
I mean, it comes standard with a leather strap, not nylon, not steel, not "oysterflex". That should be indication enough that it doesn't belong anywhere near water. Lol.
Yes, there is an understated elegance of smaller but classical designed timepieces that seems to escape the attention of today’s market.
I personally think that maybe... But just maybe... The reverso can make a big comeback like the cartier santos or tank did. There are good chances that these watches will find lots of new, young fans.
JLC is one of few brand who didn’t lost their brand goal for the latest trends
I am the proud owner of a Duoface and believe me, when you have it in your wrist, it is definitely worth 😍
How thick is the duo-face? Is it top heavy? I tried on a medium mono-face and it looked very small. I tried on a gold large mono-face and fit perfect. I know the single face large are 45mm in length. The duo-face large are 48mm in length plus 10mm thick. I wish they kept the black tribute to 1931. They are difficult to find in the United States for under $7500, and the 1931 editions I find are from Europe, but dealers ask over $9-$10k.
@@Milofchg hi, Duoface is not heavy at all. About the thickness, when I compare with my OP36, I don't see that much a difference and I have chosen a large one because the dark side seemed quite difficult to read for me on medium. I have no regret. The trick is rather in the shape, I think. Feel free to check my IG for photos @fuel_of_cool 😎
Even grande Duoface wears thin enough on wrist
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greeting from a Dutch fan.
Welcome and danke well
JLC ABSOLUTE CLASS! Love the Reverso: Rich history, watchmaker's watchmaker, such a cool piece and is always classy!
To me, JLC is the best watchmaker in the world for the simple reason that 2 of the 3 brands of the holy Trinity, Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet has for sure multiple times in the history received JLC movements in their watches, there’s a reason why they called them the watchmaker’s watchmaker
They are the only watchmaker who have supplied movements to all three of the holy trinity. The sole reason they aren't one of them is because they weren't established as a maker of watches as early as the others but their engineering and movements were unsurpassed.
@@spidiq8 actually the first Lecoultre Movement factory is a few years older then Patek Philippe ( founded by Antoine Lecoultre in 1833, P.P was in 1839), in my opinion the holy Trinity a fourth rule, investment, a normal Master collection watch from jlc will never be really a good investment but a P.P. Or A.P Will almost certainly gain value in almost no time
@@esteban8840 My comment was referencing the fact that LeCoultre were a manufacturer of movements and not of watches as early as the trio.
Excellent video and coverage of the brand and its history. Worth it for a watch is always a difficult question as it is an emotional purchase and not really an investment in the same way that classic clothing is. For watch enthusiasts, a JLC Reverso will likely be worth it but for more casual watch wearers, an affordable alternative like a Seiko or even a quartz Cartier may make more sense. As a JLC Reverso 976 owner myself, I absolutely love the timepiece so it's worth it to me.
This is the earliest I've ever been to a new video from GG!
Also this channel is so close to 1 million subscribers! Congratulations
I've long admired these. Seeing one in rose gold in a jewler in Aspen in the 90s was the first watch to turn me on. Totally out of my range, but no reason not to appreciate them.
I bought a new classic Reverso in 1997 and in the span of 24 years I've only had to replace the ostrich band. The movement is still working fine even though I've never brought it in for servicing. For investment purposes, stick with Rolex and PP as Raphael suggests. I recently sold my 13 year old PP 5711/1A for almost quadruple what I had paid.
The lubricants in your watch stopped protecting the parts against friction long ago, sir. It’s been running on borrowed time for years. A complete service is long overdue.
I got my Grande Taille Reverso in 1999, and is still running today. I do believe the Reversos from the 1990s were not water resistant. Only on the later iterations did JLC start putting a rubber gasket around the movement to help improve water resistance.
I own a Reverso, and I WEAR it wherever I can, despite the inevitable accumulation of minor scratches. (However, motorcycles and mechanical movements don't mix well.) The Reverso is totally distinctive, and I greatly appreciate the understated, retro elegance. I'm surprised you didn't mention the different styles of guilloché watch faces. There are several, but once I saw the wavy design you show at 0:58, nothing else would do! It's what I got, and it's provided a very satisfying ownership experience.
dont mind me asking, but which watches do you prefer for motorcycle riding?
@@rywk4225 Not at all, Rahul, happy to help! I use a 36mm quartz watch with a steel band from Mondaine's "Simply Elegant" collection. It isn't on their website right now, but can be found on Amazon for €339. What I like is that it's very thin, almost like it's painted on your wrist, and doesn't interfere with the tight cuffs on motorcycle jackets; and the band, of stainless steel mesh, is as comfortable as leather but isn't affected by sweat. The only functions are time and a sweep second hand; but if you insist on ANYTHING more (date!), your watch will be twice as thick. It also comes in 41mm, which I ordered first; it looked HUGE on my wrist, and I sent it back. The train-station-clock design is a bit of a gag, and you either think it's way cool or you hate it: but it most definitely is LEGIBLE, at least until the sun goes down. But whatever watch you wear, Rahul, ride carefully, have fun, be safe!
@@wordsmithgmxch thanks alot brother!👍👍👍
I'm biased, I have a JLC Reverso in medium with small seconds on a black alligator straps. It's my go to dress watch although I wear it occasionally for no particular reason.
even Ihsahn, a well-known as singer and guitarrist from the Black Metal Band "Emperor" have a Reverso (with personal signature and a custom made strap form JLC), so not only for classic style, the reverso fits, but also for the most antyclassic standpoint of black metal xD. But, it make sense, to protect the watch on the stage, so he use it for the intended purpose ;). from a horological standpoint, there is almost no other watch, that is so iconic like the Reverso. it was the first "sports watch" and layed the foundation for watches like the Nautilus or the Royal Oak.
@@thomasm3170 exactly.. and you can measure the time you must wait till the arrival of the ancient deamon of the eternal darknes (and protect the watchface, when he is comming with his legion of destruction) xD xD
I would rather go for a Cartier Tank but this is an iconic watch indeed.
Yes, Cartier has some nice watches too, stay tuned for another video 😜
I second that. A yellow gold Cartier is timeless
Which one you prefered the most and why? Louis, americaine, solo?
Mine's Americaine, but i'm just curious. Because they are truly a grail
@@desanctisapostata Louis all day everyday and twice on a Sunday!
@@mazrashid6549 why the Louis? It's so hard to decide!
JLC REVERSO, for me the most beautiful watch legend of all time! Greetings from Serbia!
Of all the content featuring this watch available, this is one of the best. Really engaging; which is surprising given the length of the video.
This is my dream watch HANDS DOWN. Not a bad price point for someone in my line of work... former Navy but now, warehouse worker. Would gladly save up to get this watch. I have a smaller wrist so I think it would fit me well.
While watch shopping I was attracted to the art deco style. The JLC and the Girard Perregaux caught my eye. I bought the GP. My next watch will be a JLC.
One advantage of this and a Rolex is that small models can be purchased otherwise other brands are often 40-42 mm today
Well, you can find a lot of vintage watches that are smallers, such as Omega. Also, Cartier offers their Cartier Tank Solo in 34 mm
@@callehammar2743 yep I have one
Years ago I promised myself I would buy a JLC one day......after the last 12 months, you know what, now is the time.👍
AMZWATCH is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！
This watch has my artistic heart. I remember my father owning one in the 1990's, as a child I was facinated and my father would allow me to wear it on special occasions watch face down of course!
The watch in its dual face form has very recently had a write up in the financial times as part of a Christmas shopping list.
I still prefer the single face.
I can support the statement that JLC will always support their movements I have a 1956 LeCoultre and they made a part for it and still only charged me what that part should have cost not what it cost them to make it. Only downside is that they do not openly support non authorized watch repair shops which means that any repairs can become expensive and time consuming (one might expect that given the value of the watch but Omega does not do this anyone can order their parts meaning you can have lower priced repairs).
All of these high end Swiss watches are overpriced so I would not buy one...However, if I were to buy one, the Reverso would be at the top of my list. It has an understated timeless Art Deco elegance. With 90 years of history and still going strong, so It will be around long after the macho mega watches have fallen out of favor. It is the watch that is nicely different, which flies a bit under the radar, and is really appreciated by watch aficionados. Everyone has a Rolex and it screams social climbing as the default status symbol, but the Reverso has a powerful unstated elegance. The slimmer and smaller size makes it more comfortable to wear. Finally, It is well made is actually fairly reasonably priced for its category. It is for the person who thinks differently.
I just went to Ginza to and fell in love with this watch, the gold duo faces is the most amazing classic looking watch !
Nicely presented, SR!
I'm a sucker for Art Deco so Reverso came naturally to my liking. JLC is on another level definitely.
I've been learning more about the brand lately. Really amazing brand with some original and cool looking designs. Nice vintage vibe without looking 'old' but classy. That model you wore with the silver dial and brown strap is gorgeous.... But not sold new anymore.... Guess I'll have to look around for it!
Great video!
My favorite 2024 is the Prospex Limited Edition 1965 Recreation European Exclusive in Gradation Island Blue. The dial is stunning and the contrast when on a white strap is to die for. I will get my hands on one from AMZWATCH
Congratulations Mr. Schneider !!
For a men's fashion channel, the subject was very well developed
Reverso is an iconic watch, certainly worth it!
Yes, but buy it either secondhand or from a dealer that can negotiate on price.
Iconic design, dressy, elegant and classy.
Instantly recognizable by those who know watches, invisible to those who don't.
The small size and leather band make this a true dress watch, as nobody in his right mind is playing polo, or doing anything especially active with this watch. But for this reason, this is not going to be anyone's 1 watch they way, say, a Rolex Datejust, or Omega Aqua Terra would be.
So, I would say go for it if you want or need a dress watch and you are a watch collector.
Stay away if you wear mostly casual attire and especially, if you want to impress people around you, since for all intents and purposes, 99.9% of the people who see this watch on the wrist won't notice it.
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In my opinion, the JLC Reverso is a totally underrated. A Great Watch!
I was just looking at Reverso pics this week because it is one of the very few square watches I really like. Sven is a mindreader. Now I just need to win a lottery
JLC reverso classic medium monoface is my grail. Never seen a better watch.
Why not the duo face if you don't mind me asking?
During these times, I have gotten away from wearing watches on my wrist because of all the excessive hand washing and sanitizing, unless I were to invest in something sterling or gold plated, because they are already antimicrobial and I don't have to risk ruining the finish. Pocket watches and belt loop hanging watches have been my recent style
For me JLC being not as street recognizable is actually a positive. For me Rolex, while still very good watches, is a bit too recognizable and leave a bit aftertaste as many could name Rolex, but not name any other luxury watch. Personally I like JLC, IWC and Blanpain. I like a bit more minimalistic classical look.
Always a good day when your video drops!Great video as always.Can’t beat it for MAMACOO watches！
The only square rectangular watches I have are from Peugeot and Citizen. They don't cost much but I'm still happy with them. Hardly use my Rolex and I mostly use my Seiko's at home.
Whats the reference no. for that black face reverso you showed in the video?
I think this is the best watch to pass down for generations.
Completely unrelated, but I used your small "it's important to be a good speaker" clip for a class project UA-cam video. Thanks!
100% Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso is an elegant timepiece.
I wasn't aware of how small the Reverso was until watching this video. Very refreshing, actually.
And with JLC, unlike Rolex and PP, one can actually go into the shop and buy it then and there. Imagine that! being able to buy it outright and not having to play some multi-year game...and usually at a fraction of the price.
If you want great watchmaking for a very competetive price you really can't go wrong with Jaeger-LeCoultre. Goes not only for the Reverso but for pretty much any watch from JLC.
To be honest sir 😂😂, I don’t know you if you are reading my mind . I was just planning purchasing the duo face of Jaeger le coultre then came across your informative upload ♥️
My favorite watch channel without a doubt.I’m happy to spend my money on MAMACOO watches. I’ve never been let down by their products
Hope to see more Is It Worth It! Definitely one of my favorite series from GG.
What a fantastic informational video about the JLC Reverso. Better than most watch blogs lol
I love these “is it worth it” videos please keep them coming!
I absolutely love my Reverso. Worth it ?
YES.
For me, the JLC Reverso Duo (Night & Day), A Lange & Sohne 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual and Tag Heuer Monaco are my holy grail watches. Maybe one day, I'll afford them!
The JLC Reverso is actually quite typical of the small Art Deco rectangular watches popular in the 1930s. You can find this style vintage watches all over eBay for a lot less money. They will not be reversing (big deal!) but will have a concave back and will sit much better on the wrist
Dunhill from London England owns or did own Cartier from France. Cartier made a number of watches for Dunhill, one of them is a copy of the Cartier Tank, which is about the same as the reverso in size. One of these even has a Jaeger-Lecoutre movement. The Dunhill facet is about 1/2 the cost of a Cartier, exact same model and movement, and about 1/3 the cost of a Jaeger-Lecoutre. The best watches Dunhill sold were made by Cartier from the 1990's to 2015 or so era. They were both bought out by Reichmont. (not sure of the spelling). - if money is important, look for a Dunhill.
What an outstanding channel. I’ve been binging it all day 😊
What timing, I was deciding between a Rolex Daytona, AP Royal Oak, and JLC Reverso tribute moon as my next watch...going with the JLC :)
That's a fantastic problem to have!
Tomorrow Im getting this JLC watch and I am so excited, Great Video. 😁
You lucky @#$% 😄👍
I absolutely love watches, the high end watch brands are out of my budget but the AMZWATCH has literally an almost duplicate of every single watch on the market . Always a great but no matter your budget.
My Reverso Duoface is still a favorite in my collection!
I cannot think of any brand that’s more worthy than JLC.
I always heard of these watches as "engineer" watches, because an engineer could protect the face when working in the field.
ARE BOTH WATCHES (reversos) in your personal collection? Also, the one with ostrich band, what size is it? Is it the medium?
The black one is mine, the white I considered, but there is another I like more. Yes, it was the medium, I try to buy watches that both my wife and I can wear, that way we get more use out of them...
@@gentlemansgazetteWhich reference # is the black dial?
If I had the budget, I would choose JLC over the Holy Trinity and Rolex hands down.
I got a lot and still get very much from owning and wearing the timepiece. Both dials are very simple, elegant and I still consider it quite an accomplishment, to incorporate 2 dials in one timepiece. My Duoface is more present on the wrist and is thicker than It seems from looking on the website. I have a black leather strap and the leather is very rich and has a high quality. In my opinion, the timepiece offers a lot for the money spent.
Great to see a non watch focussed channel covering the reverso! Very nice!
@Campari Soda never claimed to be stylish :)
In my humble opinion I’m sure anything from A Lange & Söhne would be suitable for you and your style. I’m surprised you went with a Rolex Pepsi GMT as seen in previous videos but to each their own.
Sven it's not really a watch guy he probably just bought that rolex for his videos
NO NEED TO WATCH.... THE ANSWER IS YES. But I still watched anyways and loved this vid. ;) Just found your page! Thank you for this vid!
JLC is so underrated. Your average person doesn't know what brand it is
I don’t think it’s underrated, it’s more exclusive…
The Reverso is a perfect 2nd or 3rd watch. Once you own that Rolex Submariner, GMT or Omega Speedmaster, Seamaster. The next watch should be a JLC Reverso. It can also be great for a two watch collection... One everyday watch, and the Reverso could be a dress watch.
I totally agree 👍
Personally the 36mm 1st explorer is the only one i really like. Classic and understated vs the sub. Every time I see someone wearing a sub and I look at them i just think desk diver. Not that that's a bad thing
@@junioradult6219 I agree... I sold my Sub ceramic and got "the call" for a Explorer 36mm October 2021. Yes I agree on the understated vibe of the Explorer. 36mm is a sweet spot doesn't matter if you have the new Explorer, a 1016, or a 114270/14270. It's the best all around Rolex you can buy. The smaller classic size makes this perfect for me. Smaller size watches are back. Even though I have a 7 inch wrist and can wear just about any size watch. I prefer smaller 36mm-40mm width/42mm-48mm lug to lug size watches. I will say the pre-ceramic subs are not as flashy and don't stand out like these new Subs.
Jlc reverso is one of the few mechanical watches that are worth owning. It is a classic design from an incredible maker. Jlc is regarded as the watchmakers watch.
I don’t own any Jlc. But if I did. A reverso would be one of them. Even it is a small watch and would look like a microwatch on my wrist.
It always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of AMZWATCH's watch 99% of people will never see.
Highly appreciate this great informative video, thank you sir!
Totally agree with your point about the movement! It REALLY would have to be a version with a mechanical movement not quartz!
Great Job, your video answered all my questions perfectly👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I’ve got a JLC reverso moon tribute and it’s absolutely beautiful beats a Rolex any day due to the style and class.
My dream watch, thanks for sharing the history.
Really an ace outfit today, normally I’m not a fan of double breasted suits but that charcoal flannel really works with that style.
Extremely thorough. Kudos to you! I’m tempted to buy that book.
I just bought my wife a reverso she loves it
Can anyone tell me reference number of the Reverso at minute 15:18? Also, what strap is that? It's very beautiful and I got to have it!
Ever since I bought a watch from MAMACOO, My question is if it's this hard to tell them apart, what is the point of owning an authentic watch?
Rememer the smaller the watch the older the money. Buying the large versions is quite tachy imo.
what if i don't buy a watch to showcase my money?
@@omar10213245 That’s the point. Buying large watches to flaunt once’s wealth is not elegant. Not sure how you Americans don’t seem to understand these concepts.
@@Milofchg good for you, Milo
Can anyone please tell me what model of Reverso is the black dial one in the thumbnail? (With the Breguet numerals and squared small seconds?)
One of my biggest regrets was selling my grande reverso. I am back in the market for a JLC and currently eyeing the new Master control chronograph. what a beauty !!
fascinating...I had no idea the reverso was out of production for nearly 40 years and was only revived in 1982.
I didn't either. Hard to imagine wearing the reverso and listening to Michael Jackson and sporting a mullet.
This is definitely my next watch ⌚️🤔🧐
I also love the Breguet classique, which is relatively unknown in comparison
I love the Reverso. I'm just not at a point financially to afford one yet
Before even starting this video the answer is yes!!!
may I ask what the circumference is of your wrist? I'm having trouble finding the right size!
Loved your video presentation love my first Jaeger Lecoulte love your tips on how to dress…but I already knew…you got it going on.
Definitely! Worth every single dime. 👍