Jaeger-LeCoultre
Master Compressor Extreme Lab 2, Reference 196.T.53.S | A limited edition titanium and ceramic semi-skeletonized dual time zone chronograph wristwatch with date, function selector, 24-hour and power reserve indication | Circa 2015
Auction Closed
May 11, 11:29 AM GMT
Estimate
15,000 - 30,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Dial: semi-skeletonized
Calibre: cal. 780 automatic, 70 jewels
Case: titanium and ceramic, sapphire crystal display case back secured by 4 screws
Case number: 2'740'648, 039/300
Closure: titanium Jaeger-LeCoultre buckle
Size: 41.5 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: none
Please note the leather strap derived from endangered species is for display purposes only and is not sold with the watch. The watch will be shipped with a Sotheby’s branded calf leather strap.
Jaeger-LeCoultre's Extreme Lab collection features daring and wildly modern designs that are a true departure from the rest of their design suite. The ribbed ceramic bezel is visually striking against the semi skeletonized dial which reveals a variety of special features incorporated within the 70-jewels calibre 780.
The inner bezel of the dial features a unique automobile inspired power reserve indication. The color red fills the track until the power reserve is full at up to 60 hours. At 12 o'clock, a jumping analog minutes register allows for easy reading for the chronograph function. Lastly, a selector adjacent to the date window allows the wearer to clearly activate the hands using a pusher through the crown. For the ease of the wearer, the left side case band also features a chronograph locking slide.
The Extreme Lab 2 offers everything a modern watch collector is looking for, from the totally in-house movement, to the highly legible skeletonized dial and unique analog minute display.
Furthermore, the pink gold version was produced as a limited edition of 300 pieces.