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Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime Ref. 174.8.05.S Wristwatch

ProbableCredible evidence exists but classification is not fully established.

Record status

Individual type · partial

Period

circa 2009

Maker / issuer

Jaeger-LeCoultre

The source reports that this Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime, reference 174.8.05.S, dates to circa 2009. The stainless steel wristwatch measures 40mm in diameter and is fitted with an automatic caliber 975H movement containing 29 jewels, viewed through a display case back secured by four screws.

Its silvered dial incorporates a central dual time zone indicator with a blued hand, a 24-hour subdial beneath the 12 o'clock position, subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock, and a date display at 3 o'clock. The watch is presented on a Jaeger-LeCoultre black alligator strap secured with a stainless steel double deployant clasp.

Evidence at a glance

Linked sources
1
Photograph views
1
Catalogue references
0

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Technical characteristics

Type
Dual time wristwatch
Case Back
Screw down display back with four screws
Case Size
40mm
Reference
174.8.05.S
Accessories
Guarantee certificate and instruction booklet
Case Number
2500137
Place recorded
Switzerland
Movement Calibre
Cal. 975H
Maker / attribution
Jaeger-LeCoultre

Design

Visible features
• Silvered dial with date aperture at 3 o'clock, 24-hour subdial at 12 o'clock, and subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock. • Central blued skeletonized hand for the secondary time zone indication. • Fitted with a black alligator-pattern leather strap. • Polished stainless steel round case with smooth bezel and signed winding crown.
Dial and Mechanism
The watch features a silvered dial with a date aperture at the 3 o'clock position, a 24-hour subdial at 12 o'clock, and subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock. A central blued skeletonized hand provides secondary time zone indication. Internally, the watch is equipped with an automatic Caliber 975H movement containing 29 jewels. The auction house reports the movement is currently functioning and appearing in generally good condition when inspected under a 4x loupe.
Identity and Construction
This Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hometime, reference 174.8.05.S, is described as a stainless steel wristwatch with a 40mm diameter case. The watch includes a screw-down display case back secured by four screws. The timepiece is fitted with a black alligator-pattern leather strap and a stainless steel double deployant clasp. The source notes that the lot may be subject to CITES regulations regarding the material of the strap.
Provenance and Accessories
The watch is associated with the reference number 174.8.05.S and serial number 2500137, with an estimated date of circa 2009. It is supplied with a guarantee certificate and instruction booklet; however, the original box is not included. The auctioneer does not guarantee the working order or accuracy of the movement and advises that professional testing be performed to ensure water resistance is achieved.

Identification

Reference
174.8.05.S
Serial number
2500137
Source note
Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.

Catalogue references

No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.

Research required

  • Research required: The auction house notes this lot does not come with an original box, though dated papers are present.
  • Research required: The strap material is alligator, marked with a symbol indicating potential CITES export restrictions.
  • Research required: The working order and accuracy are not guaranteed by the auction house.
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