amanico[JLC Moderator]
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Did you try the Reverso Calendar, which is a Triple Date in a Grande UT case?
This message has been edited by amanico on 2013-08-18 22:59:38
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...
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 ...
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...
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!
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? ...