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SIHH 2015: Introducing the New Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Moon 39 Boutique Special Edition. Live Pictures and Pricing.

Pure lines and an aesthetically refined dial. A graceful ballet brings the dial to life with the moon-phase display. Sapphire crystal case back reveals the movement. Only 4.9 mm thick, this ultra-thin movement is proof that technique and sophistication, however extreme, can happily coexist inside a narrow space. Fitted with a beautiful slate chocolate sunburst dial that is a true chameleon depending on the lighting conditions around the watch, this new Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Moon 39 Boutique Special Edition ref. 136255J just presented at the SIHH 2015 in Geneva, is a watch that delivers on the rich history of the brand and a perfect example of its classic DNA.

Simplicity, elegance and functionality are the attributes that characterize the new Master Ultra Thin Moon 29 Boutique Special Edition ref. 136255J. Its simple but rich dial, includes a moon phase indicator and concentric date display at 6 o'clock in the pure tradition of watchmaking as it adorns the lower part of the dial and lend the watch beauty and elegance. Its dark brown hand sewn alligator strap with tang buckle rounds out the understated elegance of this new creation from Jaeger-LeCoultre, a maison of haute horlogerie with almost 200 years of history.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Moon 39 Boutique Special Edition ref. 136255J is fitted with a exquisite rose gold case measuring 39 mm in diameter and only 9.9 mm in thickness. The Master Moon 39 watch is remarkably comfortable to wear and creates a subtly refined, elegant look. The beating heart inside this new watch is the automatic in-house calibre 925 composed of 246 parts, 30 jewels, one barrel and which provides a power reserve of 38 hours when fully wound while beating at a frequency of 28,800 vph. The calibre fully visible via the display case back is totally mesmerizing thanks to its classic finishes and its 22K gold accent on its oscillating weight.

On the wrist, the watch wears true to its size and quite elegantly. Once again, another spectacular release by a manufacture that provides the best bang for your buck. Watch pedigree check, superb craftsmanship check, in-house calibres check, classic design check, price triple check.

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