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Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime Ref. 174.8.05.S Wristwatch

Partially verified

The source reports that this Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime, reference 174.8.05.S, dates to circa 2009. The stainless steel wristwatch measures 40mm in diameter and is fitted with an automatic caliber 975H movement containing 29 jewels, viewed through a display case back secured by four screws. Its silvered dial incorporates a central dual time zone indicator with a blued hand, a 24-hour subdial beneath the 12 o'clock position, subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock, and a date display at 3 o'clock. The watch is presented on a Jaeger-LeCoultre black alligator strap secured with a stainless steel double deployant clasp.

Front view of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime ref. 174.8.05.S wristwatch on black alligator strap
Front view of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime ref. 174.8.05.S wristwatch on black alligator strap — Dreweatts 1759 Ltd. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
auctions.dreweatts.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dual time wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Jaeger-LeCoultre
Reference
174.8.05.S
Catalogue / lot identifier
337
Source-reported date
circa 2009
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
2500137

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Identity and Construction

This Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime, reference 174.8.05.S, is described as a stainless steel wristwatch with a 40mm diameter case. The watch includes a screw-down display case back secured by four screws.

The timepiece is fitted with a black alligator-pattern leather strap and a stainless steel double deployant clasp. The source notes that the lot may be subject to CITES regulations regarding the material of the strap.

Evidence for this section
  • “JAEGER LECOULTRE, MASTER HOMETIME, REF. 174.8.05.S, A STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH”
  • “Size: 40mm”
  • “Case: Stainless steel case, screw down display case back with four screws”
  • “Strap: Jaeger LeCoultre black alligator strap with stainless steel double deployant clasp”
  • “the lots may contain prohibited material such as endangered species (and therefore be subject to CITES regulations)”

Dial and Mechanism

The watch features a silvered dial with a date aperture at the 3 o'clock position, a 24-hour subdial at 12 o'clock, and subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock. A central blued skeletonized hand provides secondary time zone indication.

Internally, the watch is equipped with an automatic Caliber 975H movement containing 29 jewels. The auction house reports the movement is currently functioning and appearing in generally good condition when inspected under a 4x loupe.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial: Silvered”
  • “Movement: Cal. 975H, automatic, 29 jewels”
  • “Movement is currently functioning.”
  • “Movement appears to be in a generally good condition with little sign of previous intervention when viewed under a 4x loupe.”

Provenance and Accessories

The watch is associated with the reference number 174.8.05.S and serial number 2500137, with an estimated date of circa 2009. It is supplied with a guarantee certificate and instruction booklet; however, the original box is not included.

The auctioneer does not guarantee the working order or accuracy of the movement and advises that professional testing be performed to ensure water resistance is achieved.

Evidence for this section
  • “NO. 2500137, CIRCA 2009”
  • “Accessories: Guarantee certificate and instruction booklet”
  • “This lot does not come with a box, but comes with papers dated.”
  • “Dreweatts 1759 do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.”

Open research questions

  • Does the included guarantee certificate verify the circa 2009 production date?
  • What is the specific maintenance history of the movement?
  • Is the strap the original factory-issued component for this reference?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime Ref. 174.8.05.S Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference174.8.05.S“REF. 174.8.05.S”
Movement CalibreCal. 975H“Movement: Cal. 975H, automatic, 29 jewels”
Case Number2500137“NO. 2500137”
Case Size40mm“Size: 40mm”
Case BackScrew down display back with four screws“Case: Stainless steel case, screw down display case back with four screws”
AccessoriesGuarantee certificate and instruction booklet“Accessories: Guarantee certificate and instruction booklet”
MovementCal. 975H“Movement: Cal. 975H, automatic, 29 jewels”

Visible details

  • Silvered dial with date aperture at 3 o'clock, 24-hour subdial at 12 o'clock, and subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock.
  • Central blued skeletonized hand for the secondary time zone indication.
  • Fitted with a black alligator-pattern leather strap.
  • Polished stainless steel round case with smooth bezel and signed winding crown.

Research qualifications

  • The auction house notes this lot does not come with an original box, though dated papers are present.
  • The strap material is alligator, marked with a symbol indicating potential CITES export restrictions.
  • The working order and accuracy are not guaranteed by the auction house.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Y JAEGER LECOULTRE, MASTER HOMETIME, REF. 174.8.05.S, A STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record ec7de77487

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