A little while ago SG talked about a
Gucci Twirl watch, which allows a guy or a gal to turn the dial so the watch face is protected when necessary. However, I don't think I will pay around $1000 for a Gucci watch. It's a fun accessory for the season but not investment worthy. For SG to pay good money for a reversible watch I demand only the best and Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso is SG's top pick.

JLC Reverso case was invented in 1931 to protect the watch during polo matches. Rene-Alfred Chauvot was commissioned by Cesar de Trey of Switzerland to develop a timepiece with a case able to swivel on its own axis through 180 degrees in order to turn its back on a hard knocks and thus protect its own dial. (info. via Jaeger-LeCoultre) JLC Reverso starts at around $4000+ for the simplest design to about $100,000+ for tourbillon.

This reversible feature is great when I golf or exercise. I can still tell the time without worrying about the face.

For a stylish but savvier price, Cartier Basculante will suffice in both departments. It's a classical design great for everyday wear and the price is much savvier than JLC. I wanted this Cartier watch for the longest time until I saw the JLC.

I found a great Cartier Basculante at Jomashop for $1799.
image: Cartier, jomashop
I've never seen features like that before!
ReplyDeleteI just love the Cartier ones.
I have the Cartier Basculante with my initials on the reverse side.
ReplyDeleteOn my list of things I must have is a classic vintage Cartier tank watch.
ReplyDeleteYes, Cartier is a classic must in a gal's jewelry box.
ReplyDeleteThat is brilliant! I have this problem with my watches, the glass is all scratched up!
ReplyDeleteI've always loved the JLCs. Cartier makes beautiful classic watches too, though.
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