amanico
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Jaeger Lecoultre Grande Reverso Ultra Thin Italico.
The Reverso Italico...
Some months ago, somebody posted a picture of it.
As we are revisiting the Reverso, this year, I felt it was interesting to remind this one, which, in fact, existed in the Ultra Thin line, but also in the Reverso 976.
The secret of the red R at eight o' clock?
R as Reverso? Probably, yes. 2011, the year of the release of this special Reverso, was the 80th birthday of the rectangular JLC icon.
R as Reunification? Yes, too. Indeed, as 2011 was the 150th birthday of the Italian Reunification.
And one less expected or less famous explanation: The letter R was used in the roman alphabet for Octoginta ( 80 ).
The kind of detail which contributes to the interest of a watch, which was, as you guessed it, reserved to the italian market. And a nice way to celebrate an anniversary, too.
Best,
Nicolas
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Jaeger Lecoultre Grande Reverso Ultra Thin Italico.
The Reverso Italico... Some months ago, somebody posted a picture of it. As we are revisiting the Reverso, this year, I felt it was interesting to remind this one, which, in fact, existed in the Ultra Thin line, but also in the Reverso 976. The secret of ...
So much to learn
have owned a Reverso Duo since last spring, I am finding so many interesting facts and the rich history of the fascinating timepiece. A clever dial design, I like the Roman calendar explanation.
+1 for the Roman calendar
I wonder if JLC was aware of this explanation, but in any case it's definitely the one that provides the best story for an Italian watch
The R of Reversos ;)
I also like the Roman numbering explanation best - and that one has so many ways of interpreting the R. Oh, and there is that lovely watch, too