Jaeger-LeCoultre has unveiled its seventh capsule collection under The Collectibles program, featuring 10 historic models. These models are showcased at an exhibition in Hong Kong from October 13 to 19, prior to their release.
What is Jaeger-LeCoultre's The Collectibles Program?
The Collectibles program by Jaeger-LeCoultre periodically introduces capsule collections of vintage watches, covering designs from the mid-1920s to the early 1970s. Each watch is restored with care and sold with full documentation.
Which Models are in The Collectibles VII?
The latest collection includes the following models:
- Calibre 101 Chain: A women's model featuring the world's smallest rectangular movement, crafted in 750 rose gold with diamond and Hyceram® ceramic inlays.
- Duoplan Chain: From 1955, made with 73.92 grams of 750 gold, featuring the Calibre 403 and blued hands.
- Duoplan Tubogas: A 1949 model with a bold design, featuring a yellow gold case and a pink gold bracelet.
- Duoplan monocorne: Circa 1935, with a unique single strap attachment, crafted in pink gold with a bespoke calfskin strap.
- Calibre 101 (1950): A tiny 6.15 mm by 5.84 mm platinum case with the smallest mechanical calibre, adorned with baguette-cut diamonds.
- Reverso Cordonnet: From 1931, a women's steel model with Calibre T051 from Tavannes.
- Reverso Platinum Number 1: A 2001 limited edition with a skeleton movement and a platinum case paired with a Casa Fagliano blue cordovan strap.
- Reverso Platinum Number 2: A 2003 limited edition featuring a power reserve indicator and tourbillon, with a platinum case and Casa Fagliano strap.
- Triple Calendar: A 1949 pink gold model with Portuguese day and month discs, paired with a burgundy calfskin strap.
- Futurematic E502 (1958): Known as “Porthole”, featuring a 37 mm steel case with a calibre that ceases at power depletion.
- Memovox Parking: Introduced in 1958 for Jaeger-LeCoultre's 125th anniversary, featuring an alarm for parking meters.
Where Can You See and Buy These Watches?
The Collectibles VII models are sold globally on jaeger-lecoultre.com from October 13 and in Hong Kong during the exhibition. Each watch comes with an archive extract and a copy of "The Collectibles" book.
What to Expect at the Hong Kong Exhibition?
Visitors can attend discussions with international and local experts led by Matteo Sauré, focusing on horology, collecting, and restoration. The exhibition is at 1/F, The Chater House, Central, Hong Kong, open Tuesday to Saturday 11:00-19:00, and weekends 11:00-18:00; free entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the Jaeger-LeCoultre Collectibles VII watches available for purchase?
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Collectibles VII will be available for purchase globally from October 13, 2023.
What is unique about the Calibre 101 Chain watch?
The Calibre 101 Chain is a women's model featuring the smallest rectangular movement globally, crafted in 750 rose gold with diamond and Hyceram® accents.
Where is the Jaeger-LeCoultre Collectibles VII exhibition held?
The exhibition is at 1/F, The Chater House, Central, Hong Kong, from October 13 to 19, 2023.