{"product_id":"jaeger-lecoultre-dress-watchcrosshair-dial-ultra-thin-18k-yellow-gold-ref-2285-from-1950s","title":"Jaeger-LeCoultre Dress Watch Crosshair Dial Ultra-Thin 18K Yellow Gold Ref. 2285 from 1950s","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre Dress Watch – Crosshair Dial Ultra-Thin 18K Yellow Gold (Ref. 2285, Circa 1950s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eThe Jaeger-LeCoultre Ref. 2285 stands as a quintessential expression of 1950s refinement—elegant, restrained, and mechanically sophisticated. Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and powered by the maison’s ultra-thin Calibre K800, this watch encapsulates the golden age of Le Sentier watchmaking, where form and function merged seamlessly into timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"530\"\u003eThe Case – Classic 1950s Elegance in Gold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eThe 34 mm 18K yellow gold case embodies mid-century balance and poise. Its polished surfaces and slim, rounded profile exude sophistication without excess, designed to sit discreetly and comfortably on the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003eAt just 8 mm thick, this case showcases Jaeger-LeCoultre’s expertise in creating ultra-thin mechanical watches long before the genre became fashionable. The case remains beautifully preserved, with well-defined edges and its original case serial (916893) clearly visible—attesting to its authenticity and careful preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eThe watch is fitted with a Jaeger-LeCoultre signed crown and protected by a plexiglass crystal, adding a warm vintage charm that complements the gold’s natural luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eThe Dial – Crosshair Precision and Subtle Depth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eThe factory-original dial is a rare and beautiful crosshair variant, featuring a finely printed cross at center that gives the dial a sense of precision and symmetry. The engraved and sunken hour indices, an uncommon and luxurious detail, create depth and texture under varying light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eThe dial has developed a gentle, even patina, enhancing its authenticity and vintage appeal without diminishing its legibility or elegance. This subtle aging speaks to the watch’s originality and careful life over seven decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eThe Movement – Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre K800\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003eInside beats the Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre K800, a manual-wound ultra-thin movement celebrated for its precision and technical refinement. Compact yet beautifully engineered, the K800 exemplifies Jaeger-LeCoultre’s role as “the watchmaker’s watchmaker,” producing movements that balanced mechanical innovation with graceful simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003eThe movement winds smoothly and runs accurately, underscoring both its enduring quality and the brand’s mastery of fine horology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003eThe Strap – Handmade Belgian Leather Elegance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003eThis exceptional dress watch is paired with a brand-new handmade leather strap crafted in Belgium, offering supple comfort while perfectly complementing the warmth of the yellow gold case. The combination of vintage sophistication and contemporary craftsmanship ensures the watch remains both wearable and distinguished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2804\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"3456\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2835\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jaeger-LeCoultre Dress Watch – Ultra-Thin Crosshair Dial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2918\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2911\"\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2285\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2921\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2921\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre K800, Manual-Wind Ultra-Thin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3029\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3029\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3011\"\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Yellow Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3046\"\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3055\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3079\" data-end=\"3170\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory Original Crosshair Dial with Sunken Engraved Indices and Light Patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3171\" data-end=\"3215\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3173\" data-end=\"3215\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3173\" data-end=\"3183\"\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jaeger-LeCoultre Signed Crown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3243\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3218\" data-end=\"3243\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3218\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plexiglass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3244\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3256\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand-New Handmade Leather Strap (Belgium)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3315\"\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 916893\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3325\" data-end=\"3349\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3335\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3350\" data-end=\"3456\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3366\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage condition – sharp case, well-preserved dial, precise running movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3463\" data-end=\"3484\"\u003eWhy This Watch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3834\"\u003eThe Jaeger-LeCoultre Ref. 2285 captures everything that makes vintage JLC so admired: impeccable proportion, innovative mechanics, and restrained beauty. The crosshair dial and sunken indices lend subtle sophistication, while the Calibre K800 and 8 mm profile speak to the maison’s technical prowess in ultra-thin watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"4101\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis is a dress watch of quiet confidence—refined, balanced, and imbued with the charm of 1950s Swiss artistry. For collectors and connoisseurs, it represents a chance to own a genuine piece of Jaeger-LeCoultre heritage, untouched by time yet eternally elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Petit Suisse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55987622904133,"sku":null,"price":2900.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/0199\/9173\/files\/JaegerLeCoultreDressWatchCrosshairdialUltraThin18kYellowGoldRef2285from1950s-5119.jpg?v=1760634899","url":"https:\/\/www.lepetitsuissewatches.com\/products\/jaeger-lecoultre-dress-watchcrosshair-dial-ultra-thin-18k-yellow-gold-ref-2285-from-1950s","provider":"Le Petit Suisse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}