I wear a Reverso as a beater. All day. Everyday. The original leather strap didnt survive the first year. Put it on a rubberized leather. Ive done sports activities, went to swimming pools and the ocean (with care). Its been 5 years. Got some light hairline scratches no big deal. Still keeping perfect time. And looking stunning! My faithful companion.
I made similar experience with my Duoface. I wear it very seldom, only on the silver side, went through several straps, but I would never sell it. It is just gorgeous.
This is a much nicer version than the current one. I like that the company name is on a blank plate on the dial and is clear and readable. At the moment it’s written on the uneven part of the dial and looks like a black smudge.
Two comments, as an owner of a similar watch: 1. I doubt that these are still 35% up with the recent fluctuations in the market. 2. As you have discovered, it can be difficult to get a good fit with rectangular watches. I bought mine during the height of covid as part of a bigger purchase, and did not try it on. The fit was terrible, similar to your experience by the sounds of it. I was saved by Casa Fagliano in Argentina, who make Reverso straps with “curved ends”. It’s pretty expensive, but it saved this watch for me. Agreed, I love mine too!
JLC has 8 years of warranty. Perhaps it is worth checking if it still has a valid warranty and get that watch serviced free of charge. In any case, I would rather give 800€ to JLC for service and get that case polished as part of the service, get the 2 years JLC warranty, than give it to the local watchmaker. On the other hand, of you see your reverso being always running too fast, maybe it only got magnetized?
As per JLC records, it has never been serviced by their official network, whether it was serviced by an independent watchmaker I do not know, but I doubt it has
Beautiful Reverso !! Do not / never polish your Reverso. I bought a polished Reverso "8-days-reserve" where also the back was so much polished that the engravings were almost faded away. This annoyed me so much that I sold that watch.. now looking to buy a new Reverso
Likewise 2 years in on mine , I picked up at preowned reverso 986 duodate 2 years back and have worn it almost I’d say everyday since , and still loving it every bit as much 👍👍👍
My collection so far is an IWC mark XVIII pilot watch and a Rolex date just, but I have to say I could not want a watch any more than I want a JLC reverso duoface with an Ostrich strap
A beautiful watch that's for sure, you say if you're thinking of getting one go for it, easier said than done...lol...I'll carry on dreaming, and who knows what may happen.
For me, this is the most classy and beautifull watch ever. Perfection. Dont need to prove anything with size, classy square shape. If I have to choose just 1 watch for the rest of my life it would be Reverso for sure
I've never bought a watch & thought of resale . I bought a Rolex Datejust with a silver linen dial Two Tone paid $350 1974 it's worth around $6000 now , their have been times when I've thought about selling I remember when they were selling for $2500 and thought how crazy is this , like you it's nice to know prices have gone up but doubt I'll ever sell
the duoface actually is thicker because of the 2nd face, if you look at their website almost every model of reverso has different specs in terms of dimensions. I do find it interesting how they basically designed each model meticulously rather than just using the same case dimensions so they could shove the same movement in a bunch of different models... if they're not selling you a gmt / duoface they're making a different movement so the watch is thinner...
Two weeks ago i got a cheap Cartier Tank homage (quartz), love it, plus it'll make me hunt a real one for sure (Solarbeat is the goal). Incredibly legible, amazingly elegant, so diverse you could wear it in any outfit in fact. Enjoy Marin, we buy watches we like to have, not to flip... Cheers mate.
$800 versus $200 for a watchmaker that you trust and loves the watch? Why would you even think about that?! Especially if he's willing to give you some kind of basic warranty on the service but he may automatically give you already or could be worked in... real nice watch! Enjoy!
great video !!! agree on so many points, honeymoon, not a daily, etc... I thought Id put s rubber or nato strap on my rg 976, contrast will be crazy I thouught, turns out its the only one of the lineup thats 1mm wider no sporty jlc bracelet fits. Not sure about a random watch bracelet brand. I dont agree about precision because I know as a fact that the jlc976 is impressively accurate. I synchronize it with my 22' airking ( which is extremely accurate when its always worn ) with any online atomic clock, to the second, all starting at 00, and I I repeated many times and oserved both. Both were crazy accurate, the new cal3230 is really good, but the jlc976, to the second for hours and hours. AND I just came back from europe via heathrow so theey got cooked with x ray and magnetic fields. But I dont care ppl look at me crazy but I wear all my warches when I travel to avoid thesw x rays (maybe I was wrong all this time making a fool of myself for no reason, or that that metal detector gati is in fact more harmful because its actual EMF instead of x-ray...actually realizing as I type... 😂🤦🏻♂
Hello very impressive vidéo. Your'e lucky to own this history watch. I love the concept. The Reverso are the most magical timepiece on the World congratulations
Love it but in practice the GMT function makes no sense. The button should make the light face jump instead of the dark side as the dark face is the “home” with the day/night indicator. Not sure what JLC was thinking.
Sharp observation. I realized that same fact the first time I brought the watch overseas. My solution is to set the local time on the white faced side when I land overseas, and then jump the black side to the time back home.
What you only switch it to the other side that little? Come on dude. It such an amazing watch im trying to get one now at a good deal. What is a good price for a duo face ? In good condition
I agree with you except on the value unfortunately and it's a shame regarding as the watch is a masterpiece. Anyway it would have changed nothing to my purchase. I have the new generation of your model, duoface GMT and I prefer your silver side with the JLC written on a plain space rather than in the guilloché like on mine. I wear mine quite often (at least 2 days a week with my OP the other days) except on summer because the sweat is bound to damage the strap.
I've bought mine used, thus it was great value, especially since the price and hype around Reverso has grown since I bought it. Buying new, it will depreciate, but like you said, even if I bought new and "lost" some money, I would be ok as it is a masterpiece 😁
I've been eyeballing this watch for a year now, would you wear this traveling abroad than a traditional GMT? Also the white/black dial reverso is available at every boutique I went to, I don't think it appreciated that much.
I'm talking used, my reference is selling at roughly 38% more than when I bought it used. And yes, you can take this one traveling, only watch nerds will know it is valuable, unlike a Rolex 😂
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This is one of the JLCs models which I appreciate the most, and it would be my purchase choise, but it is a pitty that it does not fit into my wearing style. Thus, I would not buy it because it would not get much of the wearing time.
His is an older one but if it helps- I got a new one in May 2021 and tested it last week and it’s pretty much spot on. Scarily showing 0.0-0.3spd in all but one position.
i dont know what all this increase in value talk is, ive got a near new large with small seconds, and couldn't get anywhere near what i paid for it. 6k outright sell or 3.8k trade.. is the best one could hope for.
ye, $ JLC is for very rich folks ... and better get it checked in Geneva ... you know; the next time you pick up a few million franks from your numbered account ... 😏
I wear a Reverso as a beater. All day. Everyday. The original leather strap didnt survive the first year. Put it on a rubberized leather. Ive done sports activities, went to swimming pools and the ocean (with care). Its been 5 years. Got some light hairline scratches no big deal. Still keeping perfect time. And looking stunning! My faithful companion.
Which Reverso has a WR greater than 30M?
@@samiransar387
Didn’t say went swimming 🏊🏻♀️
Just wore it at the pool and at the seaside
@@samiransar387 he said with care. I'm assuming just light use in water
@@youraveragepasser-by7367 I was hoping there was a more resistant Reverso that I hadn't heard about lol no biggie
maybe a reverso squadra but not a regular one...reverso and steel bracelet is a nonsense in my opinion.
It’s nice to have a watch you still love after several years.
I made similar experience with my Duoface. I wear it very seldom, only on the silver side, went through several straps, but I would never sell it. It is just gorgeous.
This is a much nicer version than the current one. I like that the company name is on a blank plate on the dial and is clear and readable. At the moment it’s written on the uneven part of the dial and looks like a black smudge.
Yup, one od the reasons I like this over the current one as well 😄
Two comments, as an owner of a similar watch:
1. I doubt that these are still 35% up with the recent fluctuations in the market.
2. As you have discovered, it can be difficult to get a good fit with rectangular watches. I bought mine during the height of covid as part of a bigger purchase, and did not try it on. The fit was terrible, similar to your experience by the sounds of it. I was saved by Casa Fagliano in Argentina, who make Reverso straps with “curved ends”. It’s pretty expensive, but it saved this watch for me. Agreed, I love mine too!
You've just helped me make up my mind, I'm going to make a purchase, thanks.
Thank you. An owners long term view is very helpful for someone thinking of a purchase.
JLC has 8 years of warranty. Perhaps it is worth checking if it still has a valid warranty and get that watch serviced free of charge. In any case, I would rather give 800€ to JLC for service and get that case polished as part of the service, get the 2 years JLC warranty, than give it to the local watchmaker. On the other hand, of you see your reverso being always running too fast, maybe it only got magnetized?
Sadly I bought this one used, it is actually from around the year 2000, so it's closer to 20 years than 8 😂
@@WatchGeek Then I would guess it was never serviced until today, thus no need to worry :)
As per JLC records, it has never been serviced by their official network, whether it was serviced by an independent watchmaker I do not know, but I doubt it has
Beautiful Reverso !!
Do not / never polish your Reverso. I bought a polished Reverso "8-days-reserve" where also the back was so much polished that the engravings were almost faded away. This annoyed me so much that I sold that watch.. now looking to buy a new Reverso
A grail of mine. A stunning watch to say the very least. Great history and continued classic great looks. Thanks for sharing.
This is one beautiful watch, iconic. There should be a Reverso in everyone's collection, in my humble opinion 😊
I agree completely 😁👍
Lovely JLC, a timeless design
Likewise 2 years in on mine , I picked up at preowned reverso 986 duodate 2 years back and have worn it almost I’d say everyday since , and still loving it every bit as much 👍👍👍
Hey those are the same reasons why I like this reference the most!
Beautiful watch.
Beautiful. I love the dark face side!! Thanks for sharing this. 👍
My collection so far is an IWC mark XVIII pilot watch and a Rolex date just, but I have to say I could not want a watch any more than I want a JLC reverso duoface with an Ostrich strap
A beautiful watch that's for sure, you say if you're thinking of getting one go for it, easier said than done...lol...I'll carry on dreaming, and who knows what may happen.
It's very nice. A good purchase.
Best reverso for me too
Congratulations on a great watch! 🙂
For me, this is the most classy and beautifull watch ever. Perfection. Dont need to prove anything with size, classy square shape. If I have to choose just 1 watch for the rest of my life it would be Reverso for sure
I've never bought a watch & thought of resale . I bought a Rolex Datejust with a silver linen dial Two Tone paid $350 1974 it's worth around $6000 now , their have been times when I've thought about selling I remember when they were selling for $2500 and thought how crazy is this , like you it's nice to know prices have gone up but doubt I'll ever sell
True, Because otherwise you'll never be truly loving the watch you bought.
the duoface actually is thicker because of the 2nd face, if you look at their website almost every model of reverso has different specs in terms of dimensions. I do find it interesting how they basically designed each model meticulously rather than just using the same case dimensions so they could shove the same movement in a bunch of different models... if they're not selling you a gmt / duoface they're making a different movement so the watch is thinner...
Two weeks ago i got a cheap Cartier Tank homage (quartz), love it, plus it'll make me hunt a real one for sure (Solarbeat is the goal). Incredibly legible, amazingly elegant, so diverse you could wear it in any outfit in fact.
Enjoy Marin, we buy watches we like to have, not to flip... Cheers mate.
Amazing watch..
$200 to service a Reverso is a steal
$800 versus $200 for a watchmaker that you trust and loves the watch? Why would you even think about that?! Especially if he's willing to give you some kind of basic warranty on the service but he may automatically give you already or could be worked in... real nice watch! Enjoy!
Personal grail hopefully getting mine on my 30th soon
great video !!! agree on so many points, honeymoon, not a daily, etc... I thought Id put s rubber or nato strap on my rg 976, contrast will be crazy I thouught, turns out its the only one of the lineup thats 1mm wider no sporty jlc bracelet fits. Not sure about a random watch bracelet brand. I dont agree about precision because I know as a fact that the jlc976 is impressively accurate. I synchronize it with my 22' airking ( which is extremely accurate when its always worn ) with any online atomic clock, to the second, all starting at 00, and I I repeated many times and oserved both. Both were crazy accurate, the new cal3230 is really good, but the jlc976, to the second for hours and hours. AND I just came back from europe via heathrow so theey got cooked with x ray and magnetic fields. But I dont care ppl look at me crazy but I wear all my warches when I travel to avoid thesw x rays (maybe I was wrong all this time making a fool of myself for no reason, or that that metal detector gati is in fact more harmful because its actual EMF instead of x-ray...actually realizing as I type... 😂🤦🏻♂
The black side of your watch is certainly better looking than the current model in production.
Beautiful watch! Thank you for the review. ❤️
Great video about the reverso. Where did you get the custom straps from?
Hello very impressive vidéo. Your'e lucky to own this history watch. I love the concept. The Reverso are the most magical timepiece on the World congratulations
Do you remember the place that sold watches in Japan you used buy from many years ago? Mainly citizen eco-drive watches. I can't remember.
Great video, my favorite watch
Love it but in practice the GMT function makes no sense. The button should make the light face jump instead of the dark side as the dark face is the “home” with the day/night indicator. Not sure what JLC was thinking.
Sharp observation. I realized that same fact the first time I brought the watch overseas.
My solution is to set the local time on the white faced side when I land overseas, and then jump the black side to the time back home.
It feels like yesterday I watched your newly posted unboxing video of this watch, tempus fugit
Yup, time really flies 😁
@@WatchGeek wish i can "turn it around" like your Reverso
What you only switch it to the other side that little? Come on dude. It such an amazing watch im trying to get one now at a good deal. What is a good price for a duo face ? In good condition
I agree with you except on the value unfortunately and it's a shame regarding as the watch is a masterpiece. Anyway it would have changed nothing to my purchase. I have the new generation of your model, duoface GMT and I prefer your silver side with the JLC written on a plain space rather than in the guilloché like on mine. I wear mine quite often (at least 2 days a week with my OP the other days) except on summer because the sweat is bound to damage the strap.
I've bought mine used, thus it was great value, especially since the price and hype around Reverso has grown since I bought it.
Buying new, it will depreciate, but like you said, even if I bought new and "lost" some money, I would be ok as it is a masterpiece 😁
Honest review. 👍
I've been eyeballing this watch for a year now, would you wear this traveling abroad than a traditional GMT? Also the white/black dial reverso is available at every boutique I went to, I don't think it appreciated that much.
I'm talking used, my reference is selling at roughly 38% more than when I bought it used. And yes, you can take this one traveling, only watch nerds will know it is valuable, unlike a Rolex 😂
How much of the wear and tear is from you, versus the prior owner? That Reverso looks great!
Scratches are all mine, it was like new when I bought it
Cool watch!
Great video! Thanks!
My personal grail watch..
I just watched your video and I really enjoyed it! Your video was well-made, informative, and entertaining. I especially liked the way you explained the topic in a clear and concise way. I also appreciate the way you included relevant details in your video.
Overall, I thought your video was excellent! I would definitely recommend it to others who are interested in learning more about the topic.
Thanks for creating such a great video!
Sincerely.
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😄😄👍
What is the reference number of your piece? Definitely the right complication/aesthetic combination to go with 👌
270.8.54
that blue croc strap is awesome where did you get that?
A guy from Thailand custom made it, as well as the brown one in the video.
@Harry Balls i only have his email: tranhoangbaonhu862016@gmail.com
Considering you only wear it on weekends, it’s a little odd after just 3 years it needs servicing, no?
It was bought used, it is from late 2000's
Where did you get the straps for your reverso from?
Ebay seller from Veitnam, contacted him and he made custom ones for me
This is one of the JLCs models which I appreciate the most, and it would be my purchase choise, but it is a pitty that it does not fit into my wearing style. Thus, I would not buy it because it would not get much of the wearing time.
Hi, may i know how many seconds it gained/lost per day after 3 years? Thanks
His is an older one but if it helps- I got a new one in May 2021 and tested it last week and it’s pretty much spot on. Scarily showing 0.0-0.3spd in all but one position.
@@manuel_winde Thanks! good to know... cheers. :)
I like both faces
i dont know what all this increase in value talk is,
ive got a near new large with small seconds, and couldn't get anywhere near what i paid for it. 6k outright sell or 3.8k trade.. is the best one could hope for.
I got my used for about 38% less than what they sell for today.
I got it 3 years ago.
Maybe it's down to my reference number
Its beutiful i wont too buy one , only i like also Stainley back and now its 14.500 . But i though that it cant take little beating. Best regards
May I please ask what size your wrist is?
6,7"
Is this the medium or large size
It's Grand Taile, which is very close to today's Medium
@@WatchGeek I think medium is the one to get
nice review and an outstanding piece!
Service? So soon?!
It is a used 20 years old watch, I bought it pre-owned 😂
A service after three years?!
No, 20 years, it is from the 2000's.
I bought it used 😁
Beautiful watch. But not so wearable.
I care more for my watches than for myself: so how to schatch them ?!
Reverso is trmendous.
ye, $ JLC is for very rich folks ... and better get it checked in Geneva ... you know; the next time you pick up a few million franks from your numbered account ... 😏
Nah, I'm more old fashioned, I keep my millions in gold bars in vaults in Switzerland 😂😂