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LeCoultre 'Beau Brummel'

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The LeCoultre Beau Brummel is a manually-wound wristwatch produced for the American market during the 1940s and 1950s. The watch features a 31mm case constructed of 14K yellow gold-plated material, characterized by a conical profile. A recessed black dial is positioned centrally within the case, while the surrounding bezel incorporates an integrated arrangement of gold-tone dot and square hour markers. Power is provided by a manual-winding movement. The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring top-stitching and a pin buckle. The design aesthetic is marked by a focus on restrained geometry, intended for the American market under the LeCoultre signature. This timepiece serves as an example of mid-century LeCoultre production, reflecting a preference for understated case architecture and mechanical focus in dress watches of the period.

Frontal view showing the 31mm 14K yellow gold-plated case, recessed black dial, and integrated dot and square hour markers.
Frontal view showing the 31mm 14K yellow gold-plated case, recessed black dial, and integrated dot and square hour markers. — Analog Shift. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
analogshift.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dress watch
Maker / attribution
LeCoultre
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1940s-1950s
Source-reported place
United States

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 watch is housed in a 31mm case composed of 14K yellow gold-plated material. The design features a circular profile with a recessed central portion that contains the black dial. This arrangement creates a visual depth, with the dial surface set concentrically within the outer structure of the case.

The bezel serves as a functional and decorative component, featuring integrated hour markers. These markers consist of a series of raised gold-tone dots and squares, positioned directly into the case design surrounding the dial aperture. The lugs are angular in form, extending from the main body of the case to accommodate the strap.

Evidence for this section
  • “The 31mm 14K yellow gold-plated case is compact by modern standards”
  • “A small black dial, set concentrically within the case, creates a striking sense of depth”
  • “bezel introduces an unexpected detail: raised gold dot and square markers, integrated directly into the case design.”

Movement and Functionality

The timepiece is powered by a manual-winding movement. The construction prioritizes mechanical clarity and efficiency, adhering to the technical approach associated with the maker during this period. The movement is contained within the gold-plated case, designed for reliability in a dress watch format.

The focus of the mechanical execution remains on precision and standard timekeeping functions. The crown, featuring the manufacturer's logo, is used for winding the internal mechanism, maintaining the aesthetic of a gentleman's dress watch from the mid-20th century.

Evidence for this section
  • “Inside beats a manual-winding, reliable movement”
  • “focused on precision, efficiency, and mechanical clarity rather than spectacle.”

Provenance and Presentation

Produced specifically for the American market, the Beau Brummel serves as a representative example of LeCoultre offerings available to collectors in the United States during the mid-20th century. The watch is paired with a brown leather strap featuring top-stitching, which is original to the presented package and intended to reinforce the tailored appearance of the timepiece.

The naming of the model references George Brummell, a figure historically associated with menswear and a philosophy of restraint. The presentation reflects this theme through its minimalist dial and integrated bezel design, avoiding ornate ornamentation in favor of balanced proportions and graphic contrast.

Evidence for this section
  • “Produced for the American market in the 1940s and 1950s”
  • “The watch is paired with a brown top-stitched leather strap and classic pin buckle”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber used in this reference?
  • Are there variations of this model with different case materials or dial colors produced in the same era?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for LeCoultre 'Beau Brummel'
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerLeCoultre“LeCoultre “Beau Brummel””
Case diameter31mm“The 31mm 14K yellow gold-plated case”
Case material14K yellow gold-plated“The 31mm 14K yellow gold-plated case”
Movement typeManual-winding“Inside beats a manual-winding, reliable movement”
Production period1940s and 1950s“Produced for the American market in the 1940s and 1950s”
MarketAmerican market“Produced for the American market”
Bezel decorationRaised gold dot and square markers“bezel introduces an unexpected detail: raised gold dot and square markers”

Visible details

  • The bezel features a pattern of alternating raised gold-tone dots and squares.
  • The dial is black and situated at a lower depth than the surrounding bezel.
  • The lugs are angular and integrated into the case structure.

Research qualifications

  • The exact year of manufacture within the 1940s-1950s window is not specified.
  • The specific mechanical caliber designation is not provided in the source text.

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

Consulted source

ساعت LeCoultre مدل Beau Brummel

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record fdd1ed8833

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