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Jaeger-LeCoultre minute-repeating movement in a chrome case

Partially verified

This Jaeger-LeCoultre minute-repeating watch, identified by number 2967, is dated to approximately 1910. The 19''' movement is housed in a two-body, polished chrome case measuring 46 mm in diameter and 16 mm in thickness. The watch functions as a minute repeater, with the complication activated by a slide located on the case band. The movement itself features rhodium plating decorated with wavy lines, comprising 35 jewels, wolf's tooth winding, a straight-line lever escapement, and a cut bimetallic compensation balance equipped with gold meantime and temperature adjustment screws. It also utilizes a Breguet balance spring with an overcoil and an index regulator. The watch is accompanied by a service invoice from 2000, a copy of the movement brevet, and instructional materials. The auction description notes the presence of subsidiary seconds and blued steel spade hands. The overall condition is reported as very good.

The movement and repeater mechanism of the Jaeger-LeCoultre watch, showing the caliber finish and the repeating train.
The movement and repeater mechanism of the Jaeger-LeCoultre watch, showing the caliber finish and the repeating train. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Pocket watch · Minute repeating pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Jaeger-LeCoultre
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
260
Source-reported date
circa 1910
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
2967

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

Movement and Complications

The watch is powered by a 19''' movement, rhodium-plated and finished with a wavy-line pattern. The mechanism includes 35 jewels and utilizes wolf's tooth winding. The escapement is a straight-line lever type, paired with a cut bimetallic compensation balance. To ensure precision, the balance incorporates gold meantime and temperature adjustment screws, complemented by a Breguet balance spring with an overcoil and an index regulator.

Functionally, the watch is a minute repeater. The chiming mechanism strikes on gongs, which are activated by a slide mounted on the exterior case band. This arrangement allows the user to trigger the repeating function while the movement is contained within its housing.

Evidence for this section
  • “19''', rhodium plated, wavy-line decoration, 35 jewels, wolf's tooth winding, straight line lever escapement”
  • “repeating on gongs activated by a slide on the band.”

Case and External Features

The movement is housed in a two-body, polished chrome case. Measuring 46 mm in diameter with a thickness of 16 mm, the case is described in the auction records as custom-made. The exterior presents a clean, polished appearance.

The dial features subsidiary seconds, which are paired with blued steel spade hands. These components remain in their original state, contributing to the overall presentation of the object as documented by the auction house.

Evidence for this section
  • “Two-body, chrome, polished.”
  • “Subsidiary seconds, With blued steel spade hands.”
  • “Custom-made”

Documentation and Condition

The object is accompanied by a collection of auxiliary documents including a service invoice dated 2000, a copy of the movement brevet, and instructions for the watchmaker. These items provide additional context for the object's history and maintenance requirements.

Regarding its condition, the auction description provides a grading of 'AA Very good' for the overall piece. The case is reported as being in very good condition, albeit with slight scratches.

Evidence for this section
  • “Accompanied by a service invoice dated 2000, copy of the movement brevet and watchmaker instructions.”
  • “Grading System Grade: AA Very good”
  • “Movement: 2* Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense”

Open research questions

  • What is the original provenance or factory application for movement number 2967 prior to its housing in a custom chrome case?
  • To what extent does the movement brevet documentation clarify the specific repeating mechanism patent utilized in this 19''' caliber?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Jaeger-LeCoultre minute-repeating movement in a chrome case
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerJaeger-LeCoultre“Jaeger LeCoultre.”
Serial Number2967“No. 2967.”
Datecirca 1910“Made circa 1910.”
Case MaterialChrome“chrome, polished”
Jewel Count35“35 jewels”
Diameter46 mm“DIAM. 46 mm.”
Thickness16 mm“THICKNESS 16 mm.”

Visible details

  • Movement features rhodium-plated bridges with wavy-line engine turning
  • Minute-repeater slide located on the exterior case band
  • Subsidiary seconds dial with blued steel spade hands
  • Wolf's tooth winding mechanism

Research qualifications

  • The chrome case is described as 'custom-made', suggesting it may not be the original housing
  • The auction description notes 'overhaul recommended' for the movement

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

Consulted source

EBAUCHE JAEGER LECOULTRE BOITE DE TRAVAIL Jaeger LeCoultre., "Repetition a Minutes", No. 2967. Made circa 1910. Fine, large, minute-repeating, movement housed in a chrome case. Accompanied by a service invoice dated 2000, copy of the movement brevet and watchmaker instructions.

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record be5ce1f3c9

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