LeCoultre Powermatic
To me, there’s something extremely charming about owning a Jaeger LeCoultre – wearing the “watchmakers favorite watch” is a geeky experience you have to feel to understand but once you have, it’s unmistakable.
This example, a vintage Powermatic in steel, is certainly no exception. In fact, it’s one of the most attractive LeCoultre’s I’ve ever owned – in both design and concept. See the red window at 12? That’s a power reserve indicator and it lets its owner (and the world) know exactly how wound it is and how much longer it will run, without being charged. Since it is an automatic watch and you’d never run out of power with it on the wrist, the function itself isn’t nearly as useful as it is interesting but still, it’s something that separates this watch from the pack. It makes it all the more complicated, beautiful and desirable.
While beautifully paired with a vintage steel bracelet, this piece would also look terrific on leather.
And of course, it comes complete with a certificate of authenticity and appraisal and is shipped carefully and fully insured.
Wire Price: $1,867
Maker: LeCoultre
Model: Powermatic
Era: 1950’s
Case Diameter: 33 millimeters
Lug Width: 16 millimeters
Case Material: Stainless steel
Case Condition: No serious nicks or scratches
Dial Condition: Aging throughout
Movement: Automatic winding
Strap or Bracelet: This watch comes on the strap/bracelet in the listing. To request a different color strap, inquire above.
Box & Papers: Unless otherwise stated in the description, vintage watches do not come with their original box and sales receipt. We do, however, include a certificate of authenticity and appraisal with each purchase.
