The New Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Small Seconds 2021 Is Cloaked in Green

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The New Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Small Seconds 2021 Is Cloaked in Green
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The color green is the new, ongoing trend in the watch industry, and it has become the new blue after many watchmakers turned up with exclusive green editions. To keep pace with the trend, Jaeger LeCoultre seems to have released the new Reverso Tribute Small Seconds covered in green at the Watches & Wonders 2021.

Jaeger LeCoultre designed and introduced the Reverso collection exclusively for polo players in 1931. However, the watchmaker perceived that the Reverso appealed to people beyond the sports sphere. Eventually, it started to add colorful versions to the Reverso collection.

The new Reversi Tribute Small Seconds watch of 2021 debuts with all the signature features and the DNA of the original models. However, what’s alluring more eyes to it is the beautiful sunburst green dial. The color green on the new Reverso Tribute is portrayed virtually in a different way. Let’s dig into the details of this latest Jaeger LeCoultre watch below.

The New Reverso Tribute Small Seconds in Green – Features to Know

Jaeger LeCoultre offered the new Reverso Tribute Small Seconds Green in a stainless steel case of 45.6mm x 27.4mm x 8.5mm dimensions. However, the watch remains true to the original aesthetics and design from 1931. It features the signature angular lugs and grooves that have attained the timepiece an iconic status.

Moreover, the new Reverso green dial also sports all the iconic design components, including applied faceted-shape hour markers and the dauphine hands. Furthermore, you can see a white-outlined small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. It offers a counterpoint to the dial and case’s linear geometry.

Interestingly, the splendidly unique green dial is a genuine chameleon. Why? This dial with a sunburst finish appears darker and lighter based on the lighting conditions. Now:

If you flip over the case, you will also see a sunray pattern on the interior part of the cradle, resembling the dial’s sunburst finish. However, Jaeger LeCoultre equipped the new Reverso Tribute Green with a leather strap that matches the green hue of the dial. Thus, together with a vibrant green sunray finished dial and a green leather strap, the watch resembles the deep green pine forests surrounding the watchmaker’s abode in the Vallee de Joux.

The Movement Powering the Watch

The new Jaeger LeCoultre Tribute Small Seconds Green edition of 2021 comes with a reversible case and a solid metal back. Interestingly, it provides a perfect canvas to personalize with engravings and motifs. If you wish, you can keep the personalization hidden. Alternatively, one can turn over the case to make the back the watch’s front.

However, the watch case of 8.5mm thickness houses the in-house Calibre 822/2. This manually wound movement is rectangular, featuring small seconds. Jaeger LeCoultre designed the Calibre 822/2 exclusively for the Reverso series, and it offers 42 hours of power reserve.

Connecting the Reverso to its Sports Roots

Jaeger LeCoultre started a partnership with Casa Fagliano in 2011. For those unversed, people in the polo sports world cherishes Casa Fagliano for its handmade boots. However, Fagliano has made straps for several Reverso special edition watches.

The green leather strap that comes with the new Reverso Tribute Small Seconds is designed based on Casa Fagliano’s signature style. Together it creates a unified aesthetic that underpins the classic nature of the Reverso design.

However, the first half of 1931 was pretty the game-changer for the watchmaking industry and Jaeger LeCoultre in particular. You will be fascinated to know the storied history.

In India, British officers were unhappy that their watch glasses broke while playing sturdy polo sports. Eventually, they craved a robust timepiece that can accompany them flawlessly. So Jaeger LeCoultre reacted immediately to this yearn and turned up with the Reverso collection.

The Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso could flip over entirely on its axis, bringing the solid case back to the front. This solution became an instant success, especially in the field of polo sports. Over the years, the Reverso occupied a different place in the luxury watch industry. Its classic design allured to collectors beyond the sports field.

Later in 2019, the watchmaker released the Reverso Tribute Small Seconds to pay homage to the original model from 1931. The watch flaunts a striking burgundy sunray finished dial with dauphine hands and applied hour markers. However, the sub-dial at 6 o’clock counterbalances the timepiece’s aesthetic look.

The Jaeger LeCoultre Calibre 822/2 movement also powers the Tribute Small Seconds Burgundy Dial. Moreover, the watch’s vertical extremes feature the symbolic triple-groove detailing, offering a timeless look. In addition, the watchmaker completed the watch’s face by equipping it with a red calf leather strap from Fagliano.

Nonetheless, the new Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Small Seconds Green of 2021 flaunts magnificent elegance. It is undoubtedly a bang on the trend – the green is the new blue.