Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Shadow Grande Taille – Ref. 271.8.62

$6000.00

A true pillar of high horology and Art Deco design, this Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Shadow belongs to the highly sought-after Grande Taille family. Combining the Maison's legendary reversible case heritage with a distinct, brooding aesthetic, this timepiece delivers an extraordinary balance of vintage charm, wearable proportions, and pure manufacture craftsmanship.

The Case & Heritage:

  • Collection: Reverso Grande Taille

  • Reference: 271.8.62

  • Dimensions: 26 mm x 42 mm (lug-to-lug) — the golden proportion of the Reverso line, offering a commanding yet refined presence on any wrist.

  • The "Shadow" Aesthetics: Characterized by its textured matte dark dial, luminous Arabic numerals, and sword hands, this reference presents a uniquely stealthy, vintage tool-watch aura within an iconic dress silhouette.

  • Condition & Character: Preserving its honest vintage character, with authentic signs of wear and patina that tell its unique story and enhance its collector appeal.

The Engine: Manufacture Calibre 822

At the heart of this timepiece beats the celebrated in-house Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 822 — a legendary, tonneau-shaped, ultra-thin manual-wind movement engineered specifically to conform to the rectangular geometry of the Reverso case. Renowned for its bulletproof reliability, tactile winding experience, and fine traditional finishing (Geneva stripes, perlage, and bevelled bridges), it represents pure Haute Horlogerie from The Watchmaker of Watchmakers.

Movement Technical Specifications:

  • Type: Mechanical, manual winding (In-House JLC Manufacture)

  • Calibre: JLC Cal. 822

  • Thickness: Ultra-thin profile at just ~2.94 mm

  • Jewels: 21 Jewels

  • Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)

  • Power Reserve: Approximately 42–45 hours

  • Components: ~134 finely finished parts

Overview:

Whether appreciated as a quintessential daily dress companion or as a historically significant piece in a curated horological collection, the Reverso Shadow Grande Taille Ref. 271.8.62 stands out as an authentic masterpiece of 20th-century watch design.