4 pieces to look at....

(1) in a GT case, the Reverso Day/Date: Reference 270.240.362B in 18ktR, or it's steel variants the 270.840.362B and 270.880.362.

(2) in a GT slightly tonneau case, the Gran' Sport Automatique: Ref 290.81.20 and 290.81.50 on bracelet (my preference).

(3) in a GT slightly tonneau case, the Gran' Sport Duo (which gives you both Duoface AND Date): Ref 394.81.02

(4) in a XGT case, the Reverso Grande Automatique: Ref 303.24.20 in 18ktR, or it's steel variants: 303.81.20 or 303.84.20.

I, particularly like these last 2 options. The Grande Automatique is a dual-time piece and the Grande Date can go forwards OR backwards. (It's such a shame JLC discontinued this piece.) The Gran' Sport Duo, on the other hand, gives you a 2-personality watch (silver dial on one side, charcoal on the other, and has a date, as well. I don't know why JLC didn't use this variation of the movement in a slightly larger Duo.

-Dean

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Thoughts on the Reverso...

By: Archy : August 18th, 2013-20:38

I am new to the world of JLC, so please forgive my ignorance or errors, but I would invite your thoughts on a couple of observations. First, I love the Reverso. I like the proportions and the Art Deco elegance and the distinctive design of the case. But I...

Reverso GT / XGT / Ultra Thin have all their fans.

By: amanico : August 18th, 2013-22:43

The GT is superb on the wrist, not too big, nor too small. Superb, with some awesome watches, such as the Reverso Pt Nr 2 Tourbillon or its skeleton version, or the Sun Moon Platinum, or the Rose Gold LEs.... And so on. Same for the XGT. I agree that they...

Of course...

By: Archy : August 18th, 2013-22:57

... not on the TT 1931, that is a very particular design. But on (say) the standard Grande Ultra Thin - why not? I keep deciding to get a Grande Date - and then deciding not to because of the size. I'd settle for a standard power reserve as a price for a ...

Did you try the Reverso Calendar, which is a Triple Date in a Grande UT case?

By: amanico : August 18th, 2013-22:59

Yes but...

By: Archy : August 18th, 2013-23:22

...I would prefer the Grande Date as (1) the case is a couple of mm. smaller (tho' still thick); (2) it has a wonderful 8-day power reserve; (3) I don't need the moonphase, and even at my age I can remember the day and the month; and (4) the movement of t...

Maybe they will include it later? For the moment, they played with the heritage.

By: amanico : August 18th, 2013-23:34

So, no date. But maybe that day will come? Best, Nicolas

4 pieces to look at....

By: watchme : August 19th, 2013-11:59

(1) in a GT case, the Reverso Day/Date: Reference 270.240.362B in 18ktR, or it's steel variants the 270.840.362B and 270.880.362. (2) in a GT slightly tonneau case, the Gran' Sport Automatique: Ref 290.81.20 and 290.81.50 on bracelet (my preference). (3) ...

Thanks....

By: Archy : August 19th, 2013-17:50

.....for that very comprehensive list. I don't think any of those pieces is in the current catalogue, however. I agree with your sentiment about the Grande Date - what a pity it is discontinued!

You brought up some valid and interesting points for discussion.

By: Ruckdee : August 20th, 2013-02:36

As an owner of an XGT sized Reverso, I also feel that it is somewhat boxier and less elegant than the other case sizes like the GT, the GRUT or the GR. We leave the Squadra out of this discussion as it is presented under a different light totally. I also ...

I think you may have....

By: Archy : August 20th, 2013-05:46

....hit the nail on the head. Your suggestion that perhaps JLC are using the Reverso as a vehicle for demonstrating their technical and artistic capabilities makes perfect sense when one looks at the range. It is in some ways unfortunate that it limits th...

I just found.....

By: Archy : August 22nd, 2013-16:25

.... this recent comment on another watch website. "The newer Ultra-Thin Reversos fit me best. If they come out with one that has a date in the next few years I will be all over it. " I wonder if this is a common sentiment, and if JLC will pick up on it? ...

I would be surprised if JLC decide to stop the development

By: amanico : August 22nd, 2013-22:32

of the Reverso UT line... This is, with he GT case, the most successful case, for the Reverso, IMO. My guess is that there are chances you will be happy, one day. Best, Nicolas

Thoughts on the Reverso...

By: MightyPir : August 23rd, 2013-08:45

I think that a regular date function would ruin the face of the standard GT...I love the simplicity and pureness of the three hands and there is perfect symmetry and harmony. I think that adding a date to a non round watch face is a serious challenge as h...

Welcome here, FGA, and thanks for your elaborated input.

By: amanico : August 23rd, 2013-08:52

I don't know how to attach pictures...

By: Archy : August 24th, 2013-22:51

...but do a search for the Lange Cabaret, which has a big date on a square face. I think that would be an excellent complication on a Reverso.