Why This Watch Matters
Simple designs are the hardest to achieve, but the reference 20007 from Jaeger-LeCoultre exemplifies how a beautiful dress watch should look.
The Full Story
Jaeger-LeCoultre is widely known for the Reverso and Memovox, but the company also excelled in manufacturing classic dress watches utilizing the same excellent movements as its competitors Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin. The reference 20007 relies on the manually wound caliber 885. This very watch was gifted in 1972, for the 30-year anniversary of an employee from AGFA-Gevaert. Judging from its condition, it was amazingly cared for. This classic JLC is the perfect accompaniment for all of your upcoming occasions, casual or dressy.
The Fine Print
Maker: Jaeger-LeCoultre
Model: N/A
Reference: 20007
Year: 1970s
Case No: 1349807
Material: 18k yellow gold
Dimensions: 34mm diameter; 9mm thickness
Crystal: Plexiglass
Lume: N/A
Caliber: Manual-wound caliber 885
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Olive Green Suede Strap
Lug Width: 17mm
Box/Papers: N/A
What we Love and What You Should Know
This Jaeger-LeCoultre is in overall stunning condition. The case in 18k yellow gold is extremely well preserved, with visible hallmarks and intact engravings on the caseback (celebrating the 30-year anniversary of an employee). The dial does not have any imperfections to its delicate sun-ray finishing, and the handset matches the applied indexes. The crown is properly signed, and the manual-wind caliber is in excellent mechanical order.
