Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Triple Date Moonphase ref. 140.3.98 – 18k White Gold, Box & Papers

While brands like Rolex and Omega have garnered acclaim that has made them known to practically everyone, there’s a family of brands that have remained somewhat less popular yet are just as highly valued – if not more so – by many enthusiasts. The watch on offer here was made by one of those brands – Jaeger-LeCoultre. Due to its history of creating high-quality movements, parts, and tools for brands such as Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, and Patek Philippe, JLC is often referred to as “the watchmaker’s watchmaker”.
The Master Control Moonphase is an example of what the Le Sentier-based manufacturer does best – a highly-complicated-yet-stylish timepiece that follows the postulates of traditional Swiss watchmaking to the letter. While its slim, 37 mm white gold case and restrained overall design give off the impression of elegant minimalism at first, a glance at the delicate sunray dial reveals that there is more here than initially meets the eye. More specifically, the watch incorporates two of watchmaking’s more elusive complications – a pointer-date calendar and a moon-phase indicator. What’s more, it also features a small seconds display integrated within the moon phase complication and two apertures for the day of the week and the month just below the iconic logo. The faceted dagger indices and sword hands tie the impressive composition together, lending the watch an aggressive aspect and grounding it in the brand’s rich and diverse heritage.
Inside, the remarkable caliber 891/448 is ticking resolutely away. As the stamped caseback indicates, it has been tested for 1000 hours and found to be just as resilient as it is horologically impressive.
Our offering is in superb condition – recently polished, comes in a set of boxes (the box cushion is a replacement) and warranty card, and is outfitted with a brand new OEM blue ostrich leather strap paired with the original folding clasp. Ticking per specs.

Covered by a limited warranty of 1 year, starting on the date of purchase.