About This Watch
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Large Duoface brings the ingenious dual-dial concept to the Classic line, offering a more understated presentation than the Tribute variant. The front displays a classical silver dial with thin baton markers and leaf-shaped hands, projecting timeless elegance, while the reverse reveals a contrasting black dial with a second time zone and day/night indicator. The caliber 854A drives both displays through a single manually wound movement — a feat of engineering miniaturization that demonstrates JLC's mastery as the Manufacture des Manufactures. The Classic styling with its polished case and restrained dial design makes this Duoface particularly versatile. It functions as a conservative dress watch on one side and a more contemporary piece on the other — two watches in one, quite literally. The 47mm height provides ample space for legibility on both faces, while the 9.1mm thickness remains impressively slim for a dual-dial complication. The Duoface concept, first introduced in 1994, has become one of the most beloved expressions of the Reverso, appealing to travelers and collectors who appreciate functional ingenuity wrapped in timeless design.
Specifications
Movement
| Movement Type | Manual |
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| Caliber | Jaeger-LeCoultre 854A |
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| Power Reserve | 42 hours |
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| Frequency | 21,600 vph |
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| Jewels | 19 |
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Case
| Case Diameter | 47.0mm |
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| Case Thickness | 9.1mm |
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| Case Material | Stainless Steel |
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| Crystal | Sapphire (both sides) |
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| Bezel | Fixed, polished |
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| Dial Color | Silver (front), Black (back) |
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| Lug Width | 19mm |
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| Lug-to-Lug | 47.0mm |
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Features
| Water Resistance | 30m / 98ft |
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| Bracelet/Strap | Black alligator leather strap |
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| Clasp | Deployant clasp |
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| Weight | 66g |
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| Complications | Dual Time ZoneSmall SecondsDay/Night Indicator |
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