Imagine a watch that perfectly marries precision engineering with timeless elegance. After three years of intense research and development, GR Factory has unveiled a stunning replica of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Perpetual Calendar watch, complete with a fully functional mechanical movement. The journey was one of commitment to quality, sparing no expense or time to achieve flawless reproduction.
Let’s dive into the incredible features this watch offers. Firstly, it boasts a perpetual calendar functionality. Hidden at the 8 o’clock position is a concealed button to adjust the annual calendar via month settings, making it incredibly user-friendly. The perpetual calendar displays years from 2024 to 2029, simplifying the module replacement process.
Next up, we have the calendar, day, and month disks. The calendar disk is prominently positioned at 3 o’clock, allowing forward adjustment by rotating the crown’s first position clockwise. While you can reverse adjust, it’s not recommended as it might affect the moon phase disk. The day disk is displayed at 9 o’clock, adjusted through the crown’s second position by rotating the 24-hour time. At 6 o’clock, the month disk can be adjusted via the 8 o’clock concealed button, complete with a dedicated adjustment tool for ease of use.
Central to the watch is the warning window—a unique feature located above the dial’s central axis. When displayed in white, the window permits manual yearly adjustments. However, when blue, it signals a restricted period during which adjustments should be avoided to preserve the integrity of the movement.
The moon phase function, situated at the 12 o’clock position, completes a cycle every 30 days, showcasing real-time moon phase accuracy. You can adjust it through the crown’s first position—a solution to the complication of isolated moon phase adjustments.
Attention to detail extends to the exterior design as well. Using the same stainless steel material as the original, each part is precisely crafted with CNC technology to maintain the authentic look and feel. The watch retains the original’s 39mm size and, despite its advanced functionalities, maintains an optimal thickness of around 10mm.
Further, the watch face has been meticulously replicated, from the raised indices to the genuine tridimensional design and the signature Logo. The sword-shaped dauphine hands reflect Jaeger-LeCoultre’s quintessential style, partially sandblasted and polished, with an exquisitely crafted blue steel second hand.
GR Factory’s relentless pursuit of perfection in replicating the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Perpetual Calendar watch offers enthusiasts a piece that not only captures the heart but embodies the artistry and allure of fine watchmaking.
