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JAEGER LE COULTRE
Corvo Reverso" model
Numbered caseback No. 468035
Folding clasp Gobbi - Milano
Circa 1975
Reversible stainless steel wristwatch specially made to order for Giogio Corvo.
Case: rectangular, smooth back without initials, last three digits of case number under bezel, numbered
Dial: anthracite grey with white-painted Roman numeral hour markers
Movement: mechanical with manual winding, K 840, signed "Le Coultre & Co".
Buckle: steel folding clasp, signed "Gobbi Brevettat".
Size: 22 x 38 mm
We would like to thank Jaeger-LeCoultre for their kind collaboration.
A stainless-steel manual winding reversible wristwatch
Notes:
Jaeger-LeCoultre's Reverso Corvo occupies a unique place in watchmaking history, as it revived the iconic Reverso line in the 1970s.
Originally launched in 1931, the Reverso was designed for British polo players in India. Its reversible case protected the dial during matches. However, in the late 1940s, the model fell into disuse and production ceased.
In the early 1970s, Italian watch distributor Giorgio Corvo discovered around 200 unused 1940s Reverso cases in the Jaeger-LeCoultre factory. Aware of their potential, Giorgio Corvo persuaded the brand to reassemble them into complete watches. Jaeger-LeCoultre agreed, and the resulting timepieces, known as "Corvo Reverso", featured hand-wound movements and dials with white or grey Roman numerals.
Only 100 of each dial color were produced. These watches quickly sold out in Italy, reviving interest in the Reverso line and leading to its full revival in the 1980s.
Features of the "Reverso Corvo" :
- Case: Stainless steel, vintage 1940s cases
- Dial: White or grey Roman numerals
- Movement: Hand-wound
- Production year: circa 1975
- Limited edition: 200 pieces (100 per dial color)
These watches are highly sought-after by collectors because of their historical significance and rarity. Our example is even more so, as it features a steel folding clasp signed Gobbi, suggesting that this piece might have been sold by the famous retailer Gobbi Milano.
Indicative condition report:
Sold as is, without warranty
Traces of wear and tear visible throughout,
Movement works, but needs servicing
Condition report given as an indication:
Sold as is, without warranty
Signs of wear from use visible throughout
Movement is ticking but plan for standard overhaul
Corvo Reverso" model
Numbered caseback No. 468035
Folding clasp Gobbi - Milano
Circa 1975
Reversible stainless steel wristwatch specially made to order for Giogio Corvo.
Case: rectangular, smooth back without initials, last three digits of case number under bezel, numbered
Dial: anthracite grey with white-painted Roman numeral hour markers
Movement: mechanical with manual winding, K 840, signed "Le Coultre & Co".
Buckle: steel folding clasp, signed "Gobbi Brevettat".
Size: 22 x 38 mm
We would like to thank Jaeger-LeCoultre for their kind collaboration.
A stainless-steel manual winding reversible wristwatch
Notes:
Jaeger-LeCoultre's Reverso Corvo occupies a unique place in watchmaking history, as it revived the iconic Reverso line in the 1970s.
Originally launched in 1931, the Reverso was designed for British polo players in India. Its reversible case protected the dial during matches. However, in the late 1940s, the model fell into disuse and production ceased.
In the early 1970s, Italian watch distributor Giorgio Corvo discovered around 200 unused 1940s Reverso cases in the Jaeger-LeCoultre factory. Aware of their potential, Giorgio Corvo persuaded the brand to reassemble them into complete watches. Jaeger-LeCoultre agreed, and the resulting timepieces, known as "Corvo Reverso", featured hand-wound movements and dials with white or grey Roman numerals.
Only 100 of each dial color were produced. These watches quickly sold out in Italy, reviving interest in the Reverso line and leading to its full revival in the 1980s.
Features of the "Reverso Corvo" :
- Case: Stainless steel, vintage 1940s cases
- Dial: White or grey Roman numerals
- Movement: Hand-wound
- Production year: circa 1975
- Limited edition: 200 pieces (100 per dial color)
These watches are highly sought-after by collectors because of their historical significance and rarity. Our example is even more so, as it features a steel folding clasp signed Gobbi, suggesting that this piece might have been sold by the famous retailer Gobbi Milano.
Indicative condition report:
Sold as is, without warranty
Traces of wear and tear visible throughout,
Movement works, but needs servicing
Condition report given as an indication:
Sold as is, without warranty
Signs of wear from use visible throughout
Movement is ticking but plan for standard overhaul