Jaeger-LeCoultre Proto Zero Watches Overview

amanico · 2019-05-28T23:28:15Z

Discover Jaeger-LeCoultre's 'Proto Zero' watches: reconditioned prototypes sold for charity. Explore rare Duomètre, Master Grande Tradition, and Reverso models.

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Amanico introduces the intriguing concept of Jaeger-LeCoultre's "Proto Zero" watches, which are reconditioned prototypes sold for charity. This post sheds light on these unique pieces, highlighting their significance as rare collector's items that also supported the "End Child Sexual Abuse Foundation."

You certainly heard about Jaeger Lecoultre " Proto Zero " watches.

The idea came to light in 2012, to support a noble cause, the " End Child Sexual Abuse Foundation " activities. 10% of each watch sold were donated to this organization.

All the " Proto Zero " were sold through the Hong Kong 1881 Heritage Boutique.

The " Proto Zero " are true prototypes, reconditioned to be as qualitative as any other definitive watch. They are badged " Proto Zero " on their dial or case back.

There were several through the years.

I will show you those I found on the net, which is far from being an exhaustive list.

- The Duomètre à Spherotourbillon:

- The Master Grande Tradition Minute Repeater in titanium:

- Reverso Guilloché Blue Enamel:

- Reverso Gyrotourbillon 2 in rose gold:

- Duometre à Quantième Lunaire White Gold Black Dial:

There were many others such as the Extreme Lab II in rose gold, the Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon 43, the Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 in Rose Gold, the Duometre à Chronographs White gold Black Dial and so on...

If you are lucky enough to own one, or if you have some pictures of them, please feel free to post them.

Best,

Nicolas

Credit pictures: Christies, except the Gyrotourbillon II in Rose Gold.

Key Points from the Discussion

The "Proto Zero" watches are true prototypes, meticulously reconditioned to meet the same quality standards as definitive production models.
Each "Proto Zero" watch is distinctively badged on its dial or case back, marking its prototype status.
The initiative began in 2012, with 10% of each watch sale donated to the "End Child Sexual Abuse Foundation."
All "Proto Zero" watches were exclusively sold through the Hong Kong 1881 Heritage Boutique.
Louis Koo, a Hong Kong movie star, was involved in modeling for the JLC Proto Zero auction, featuring watches like the Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon Cylindrique à Quantième Perpétuel Jubilée and the Master Grande Tradition Minute Repeater in rose gold.
A Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra-Thin Jubilee Proto-Zero also exists, with a photo of Winston Koo wearing it, though pictures of the actual watch are rare.

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DSF

May 29, 2019

I bought this proto zero from a fellow purist Joe. Pictures credit to him as well. Best, David

DSF

May 29, 2019

I read about a Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra-Thin Jubilee Proto-Zero as well from this article. Sadly no pictures of the actual watch. Best, David

amanico

May 29, 2019

Here is the famous picture... I even made an April's Fool about this one, if my memory serves me well...

DSF

May 29, 2019

It was a good joke Nico 🤣 Best, David

DSF

May 29, 2019

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Best, David

Tyo

May 29, 2019

what a great theme of collection.

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