LeCoultre 'Beau Brummel'
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1940s-1950s
Maker / issuer
LeCoultreThe LeCoultre Beau Brummel is a manually-wound wristwatch produced for the American market during the 1940s and 1950s. The watch features a 31mm case constructed of 14K yellow gold-plated material, characterized by a conical profile.
A recessed black dial is positioned centrally within the case, while the surrounding bezel incorporates an integrated arrangement of gold-tone dot and square hour markers. Power is provided by a manual-winding movement. The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring top-stitching and a pin buckle. The design aesthetic is marked by a focus on restrained geometry, intended for the American market under the LeCoultre signature.
This timepiece serves as an example of mid-century LeCoultre production, reflecting a preference for understated case architecture and mechanical focus in dress watches of the period.
Evidence at a glance
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Dress watch
- Maker
- LeCoultre
- Market
- American market
- Case diameter
- 31mm
- Case material
- 14K yellow gold-plated
- Movement type
- Manual-winding
- Place recorded
- United States
- Bezel decoration
- Raised gold dot and square markers
- Production period
- 1940s and 1950s
- Maker / attribution
- LeCoultre
Design
- Visible features
- • The bezel features a pattern of alternating raised gold-tone dots and squares. • The dial is black and situated at a lower depth than the surrounding bezel. • The lugs are angular and integrated into the case structure.
- Case and Dial Design
- The watch is housed in a 31mm case composed of 14K yellow gold-plated material. The design features a circular profile with a recessed central portion that contains the black dial. This arrangement creates a visual depth, with the dial surface set concentrically within the outer structure of the case. The bezel serves as a functional and decorative component, featuring integrated hour markers. These markers consist of a series of raised gold-tone dots and squares, positioned directly into the case design surrounding the dial aperture. The lugs are angular in form, extending from the main body of the case to accommodate the strap.
- Movement and Functionality
- The timepiece is powered by a manual-winding movement. The construction prioritizes mechanical clarity and efficiency, adhering to the technical approach associated with the maker during this period. The movement is contained within the gold-plated case, designed for reliability in a dress watch format. The focus of the mechanical execution remains on precision and standard timekeeping functions. The crown, featuring the manufacturer's logo, is used for winding the internal mechanism, maintaining the aesthetic of a gentleman's dress watch from the mid-20th century.
- Provenance and Presentation
- Produced specifically for the American market, the Beau Brummel serves as a representative example of LeCoultre offerings available to collectors in the United States during the mid-20th century. The watch is paired with a brown leather strap featuring top-stitching, which is original to the presented package and intended to reinforce the tailored appearance of the timepiece. The naming of the model references George Brummell, a figure historically associated with menswear and a philosophy of restraint. The presentation reflects this theme through its minimalist dial and integrated bezel design, avoiding ornate ornamentation in favor of balanced proportions and graphic contrast.
Identification
- 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 exact year of manufacture within the 1940s-1950s window is not specified.
- Research required: The specific mechanical caliber designation is not provided in the source text.