Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute to 1948

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) · 2014-06-24T08:21:49Z

Discover the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute to 1948, featuring a grained dial and blued hands. Read about a collector's acquisition and community influence.

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

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jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) recounts his 'simple night' at a JLC cocktail party that unexpectedly led to the acquisition of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute to 1948. His post captures the excitement of an impulse purchase, influenced by fellow collectors, and showcases the watch's distinctive blued hands and grained dial. This article offers a personal take on the allure of the Reverso and the community's role in collecting.

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It was supposed to be a simple night.

JLC cocktail party at the JLC Singapore boutique to launch the Geophysic.

Nicolas aka Vlad was there as keynote speaker.

I was there to support him and the JLC friends and staff.

Unfortunately... I was distracted by the new Reverso TT 1948 with the beautiful grained dial and blued hands and indices. this is a watch which Nico and Stefan have poisoned me a lot recently... Thanks to them!

So whilst Nico was giving his speech (ie his poison), I got the watch. No wonder many PuristS have warned me about the Vlad.... I should have taken your advice more seriously !

Some pics for now. Will post more soon. Hope you like the TT 1948 too

Cheers

Robin

Still considered the Rouge but went for 1948 instead

Key Points from the Discussion

A contributor praises the author's choice, noting the Reverso TT 1948 as a fine addition to his collection and highlighting the difficulty of choosing between it and the Rouge.
The author admits his weakness for blued hands, which influenced his decision for the 1948 over the Rouge, despite the latter's special appeal.
A fellow collector commends the choice, noting how the Reverso TT 1948 complements the author's collection and specifically appreciating how the markers shift from black to blue.
The original poster humorously describes the 'Vlad style' of spreading watch 'poison' within the community, acknowledging he has now become one of those who 'bites others too'.
A friend congratulates the author on his 'special gift,' emphasizing the watch's perfect size and fit on his wrist.

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NT931

Jun 24, 2014

Ah, that's a beauty indeed, congratulations! [nt]

NT931

Jun 24, 2014

Ah, that's a beauty indeed, congratulations to you! [nt]

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Jun 24, 2014

I really like the dial alot!

Thank you for your well wishes! cheers robin

respo

Jun 24, 2014

It's not as if you did not have abundant warning about Vlad.

Ah well, you are not the first to have been "persuaded" by Vlad Dracul. And there are worse fates. ;-) Seriously, Robin, that is one fine looking Reverso. I would have an equally difficult time choosing between the Rouge and the 1948, but I think you chose very well indeed. This is a nice addition to your already outstanding collection. Congratulations! Best, respo

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Jun 24, 2014

Thank you respo!

it was indeed a tough choice. The rouge is just too special to overlook. The 1948 has a more special dial someone. I think it's my weakness for blued hands again! :) cheers robin

FanFrancisco

Jun 24, 2014

congrats on your first reverso...

... great choice indeed, the size is right which fits on your wrist so well. it was still a "simple" night for you, but you brought back a "special" gift home. congrats and wear it with good health, my friend. stefan

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