Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Geographic: A Worldtimer With a Twist

Jaeger-LeCoultre revisits one of its most pragmatic icons—the Reverso—with an impressive new take on global timekeeping. First introduced in 1931 to serve British polo players in India, the Reverso’s reversible case quickly became a design icon. Fast forward to 2024, the Maison has now unveiled the Reverso Tribute Geographic, a timepiece that boldly reinterprets its 1998 predecessor while delivering true worldtime functionality with a modern twist.

A Sophisticated Worldtimer Beneath a Timeless Face

At first glance, the front dial of the Reverso Tribute Geographic keeps things deceptively simple. You’ll find a large, polished big date aperture at 12 o’clock and a small seconds subdial at 6, both resting elegantly on either a sunray-brushed blue or chocolate-hued dial, depending on the case material. The dauphine hands and faceted indices retain the classic Art Deco vibe of the Reverso collection, while subtle changes like the sunray finish and clean layout ensure this new reference feels both elegant and contemporary.

Flip the case over, and the real magic begins.

Unlike traditional worldtimers that rotate a city disc around a static 24-hour ring, Jaeger-LeCoultre inverts the logic. A fixed ring displays 24 engraved city names directly on the caseback, while a recessed 24-hour ring rotates below. This two-tone ring—blue-themed for the steel model and black-grey for the pink gold—provides a visual cue for day and night, making it easy to reference time around the globe. The inner world map with meridian lines adds not only geographic context but a touch of horological theatre. Adjustments are made effortlessly via a pusher hidden between the lugs, advancing the 24-hour ring in hourly jumps.

A New Engine for a Global Classic

At the heart of the Reverso Tribute Geographic lies the newly developed manual-winding Calibre 834, designed, produced, and assembled entirely in-house. It’s a fully integrated movement, built specifically to support the dual complications of a worldtimer and big date. Notably, the big date uses side-by-side discs—rather than stacked—for a more refined and legible appearance.

Versatility Meets Elegance

True to its sporting roots, each model comes with two Casa Fagliano-crafted interchangeable straps. The steel version pairs a leather-and-canvas strap with a more classic calfskin strap, while the pink gold option includes a golden tan calfskin strap and a formal black alligator leather strap—offering wearers a seamless transition from casual to dressy occasions.

Final Thoughts

With the Reverso Tribute Geographic, Jaeger-LeCoultre has managed to honour its legacy while delivering a thoroughly modern and technically rich timepiece. From its clever worldtime display to its handcrafted movement and premium finishing, this is a Reverso that speaks to the traveller, the aesthete, and the horological purist alike. It’s not just back in business—it’s moving the game forward.

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