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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Memory, Ref. 255.8.82

Partially verified

This Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso "Memory" wristwatch, reference 255.8.82, was produced in 1999. It features a rectangular, double-face, stainless steel case measuring 22 x 38 mm with a ridged bezel and sapphire crystals on both sides. The watch is powered by the manual-wind Calibre 862 movement, which is tonneau-shaped, copper-colored, and finished with "fausses côtes" decoration. This movement includes a lever escapement, 23 jewels, a monometallic balance, and a self-compensating flat balance-spring. The timepiece offers a 50-hour power reserve. The secondary face incorporates a permanent minute register with a fly-back mechanism, controlled by a pusher located on the case band. The watch is accompanied by a stainless steel deployant clasp. The dial, case, and movement are signed by the manufacturer.

A close-up view of the black dial face of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Memory, showing the 60-minute fly-back register and side pusher.
A close-up view of the black dial face of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Memory, showing the 60-minute fly-back register and side pusher. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Double-face rectangular wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Jaeger-LeCoultre
Reference
255.8.82
Catalogue / lot identifier
406
Source-reported date
1999
Source-reported place
Switzerland

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

Case and Dial Design

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Memory features a three-body rectangular stainless steel case with polished and brushed surfaces. It is characterized by its ridged bezel and the use of sapphire crystals on both the front and back faces. The watch is designed with two distinct display sides, a hallmark of the Reverso series.

The primary side features a silver dial with guilloché decoration, painted Arabic numerals on a plain reserve, and an auxiliary seconds dial, equipped with tritium-coated lozenge hands. The reverse side presents a contrasting black dial with central guilloché and painted white Arabic numerals, including a white lozenge hand specifically for the fly-back register. This secondary face serves as a permanent minute register, activated by a pusher integrated into the case band.

Evidence for this section
  • “C. three-body, polished and brushed, ridged bezel, sapphire crystal on both faces.”
  • “on one side, "guilloché" silver with painted Arabic numerals on a plain reserve, auxiliary seconds dial. "Lozenge" tritium-coated hands.”
  • “On the other side, black dial with painted white Arabic numerals, "guilloché" at the center.”

Movement and Mechanical Specifications

The watch is driven by the Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 862 movement. It is a tonneau-shaped manual-wind movement finished with copper-colored plating and fausses côtes decoration. The mechanical structure includes 23 jewels and a lever escapement.

The caliber utilizes a monometallic balance paired with a self-compensating flat balance-spring, designed to provide a 50-hour power reserve. The fly-back mechanism is a central feature of the watch's functionality, which enables the user to reset and restart the register via the external pusher, allowing for continuous minute tracking.

Evidence for this section
  • “M. Cal. 862, tonneau, copper-colored, "fausses côtes" decoration, 23 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance-spring.”
  • “with permanent minute register with fly-back mechanism, 50 hours autonomy”

Signatures and Condition

The dial, case, and movement of the watch are all signed. According to the provided grading, the watch is assessed as being in very good condition across its components, including the case, movement, and dial.

The watch is provided with its original stainless steel deployant clasp to secure the strap.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial, case and movement signed.”
  • “Grading System Grade: AA Very good Case: 2 Very good Movement: 2* Very good”
  • “Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific significance of the 'Memory' branding within the context of the 1999 Reverso line?
  • Does the serial number on this specific lot correspond to a limited production run?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Memory, Ref. 255.8.82
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference255.8.82“Ref. 255.8.82”
Production year1999“Produced in 1999.”
MovementCalibre 862“M. Cal. 862”
Case dimensions22 x 38 mm“Dim. 22 x 38 mm”
FunctionsPermanent minute register with fly-back“permanent minute register with fly-back mechanism”
Power reserve50 hours“50 hours autonomy”
Jewels23“23 jewels”

Visible details

  • Case features a pusher on the side to operate the fly-back register
  • Secondary dial displays a 60-minute graduation scale
  • Movement is decorated with fausses côtes
  • Watch is fitted with a brown leather strap

Research qualifications

  • The exact state of the movement is subject to the auction house's recommendation for an overhaul
  • Long-term functionality of the tritium-coated hands is not assessed beyond current condition reporting

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

Consulted source

Jaeger-LeCoultre "Memory", Ref. 255.8.82. Produced in 1999.Very fine rectangular, double-face, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, with permanent minute register with fly-back mechanism, 50 hours autonomy and a stainless steel Jaeger-LeCoultre deployant clasp.

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 720b41d5e5

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