Jaeger-LeCoultre continues to celebrate timeless elegance and mechanical ingenuity with the launch of the new Reverso Tribute Duoface Small Seconds, now available in striking black and vivid blue dials.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso: When Dual Time Turns Poetic
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duoface new editions pay homage to the earliest Reverso models with pure black or vivid blue dials.
This 2025 release underscores the Maison’s dedication to blending Art Deco aesthetics with high-precision watchmaking. With a choice of two dial colors, refined back dial design, and dual-time zone functionality, these models reinforce the Reverso’s status as a true icon of horology.
The Legacy of the Reverso
Created in 1931, the Reverso was born from a challenge posed by polo-playing military officers in India during the British Raj. They needed a watch capable of withstanding the rigors of the polo field. Jaeger-LeCoultre answered with a swiveling rectangular case and precision-shaped calibres, merging form and function. Over decades, the Reverso transcended its sporting origins, becoming a symbol of style and innovation for both men and women.
Its signature Art Deco lines and patented double-sided case (CH159982) remain defining features, while the introduction of high complications in the 1990s, including the Duoface (EP0633514), allowed for dual dials offering independent time zone adjustments. This duality turned the Reverso into a canvas for artistic and horological creativity.
Iconic Duoface Mechanics
The 2025 Reverso Tribute Duoface Small Seconds incorporates the manually wound Calibre 854, featuring 160 components, a 42-hour power reserve, and two time zones. A small slider on the top case-band adjusts the hours for the second time zone, while the front dial offers a small seconds display and the back dial a 24-hour/night-and-day indicator.
This engineering marvel ensures both dials operate independently, yet are driven by a single movement. The deeply etched sunray pattern on the inner carriage enhances the visual pleasure of flipping the watch, a hallmark of the Reverso’s ingenious design.
New Dial Colors and Design Features
The new editions pay homage to the earliest Reverso models with pure black or vivid blue dials. The black dial recalls the original 1931 aesthetics, while the blue dial employs 24 layers of lacquer for depth and vibrancy. Applied indexes, Dauphine hands, and a small seconds track create a harmonious visual geometry on the front dial.
The reverse dial, redesigned with a sleek sunray-brushed background, balances circles and straight lines and features a 24-hour sub-dial at 6 o’clock. Both versions come with two interchangeable Casa Fagliano straps—one leather and canvas, one entirely calf leather—reflecting the Maison’s polo-inspired heritage.
Technical Specifications
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duoface Small Seconds – Black
- Case: Steel, 47 x 28.3 x 10.34 mm
- Calibre: Manually wound Calibre 854
- Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds (Front); second time zone, 24-hour indicator (Reverse)
- Power Reserve: 42 hours
- Front Dial: Black sunray
- Back Dial: Silver-colour sunray
- Straps: Interchangeable Casa Fagliano straps (black calf leather; grey canvas and calfskin)
- Water Resistance: 3 bar
- Buckle: Interchangeable double-folding clasp
Reverso Tribute Duoface Small Seconds – Blue
- Case: Steel, 47 x 28.3 x 10.34 mm
- Calibre: Manually wound Calibre 854
- Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds (Front); second time zone, 24-hour indicator (Reverse)
- Power Reserve: 42 hours
- Front Dial: Blue sunray lacquer
- Back Dial: Silver-colour sunray
- Straps: Interchangeable Casa Fagliano straps (blue calf leather; blue canvas and calfskin)
- Water Resistance: 3 bar
- Buckle: Interchangeable double-folding clasp
Why Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Remains Timeless
The Reverso Tribute Duoface demonstrates the Maison’s commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and versatility. Its dual dials, precise mechanics, and refined aesthetics make it a modern interpretation of a classic timepiece. By uniting technical mastery with visual elegance, Jaeger-LeCoultre ensures that the Reverso remains both a functional instrument and a style statement.
Key Information
- What makes the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duoface unique? The Reverso Tribute Duoface is distinguished by its dual dials, each displaying a separate time zone, and its signature swiveling case that allows the wearer to flip the watch.
- What dial colors are available for the new 2025 Reverso models? The latest editions come in pure black or vivid blue, crafted with layers of lacquer to create depth and visual appeal.
- Who designs the interchangeable straps for the Reverso Tribute Duoface? The two straps are designed by Casa Fagliano, renowned for their polo and riding boots, blending luxury and functionality.
- How does the dual-time mechanism work on the Duoface? A second gear train reverses the rotation of the hands on the back dial, allowing independent time adjustment, while a slider adjusts the second time zone without disrupting the sleek case design.
