Introducing the Master Control Calendar by Jaeger-LeCoultre: A Timepiece with a Twist

Jaeger-LeCoultre has unveiled the Master Control Calendar – a marvel that marries historical design with modern aesthetics. This grained dial stunner comes in two shades of grey and is limited to just 500 pieces. It’s as exclusive as my grandmother’s secret cookie recipe!

Inspired by the iconic Triple Calendar movements of the 1940s, this watch is powered by the Calibre 866, providing a remarkable 70-hour power reserve. The complete calendar features a fancy jumping date hand that ensures the moon-phase remains unobscured, because who wants to miss a celestial event?

Paying homage to its 1940s predecessors, Jaeger-LeCoultre reintroduced this classic complication in 2020 as part of their Master Control Collection. This isn’t just a rehash – it’s part of the evolution of a collection started in 1992. The Master Control Collection established aesthetic codes defined by timeless elegance and technical rigor.

Now, let’s talk about this dial! It’s a classic complete calendar layout with a twist – or should we say, a shade! The two-tone, grained dial is a light and dark grey delight, clearly dividing sections for easy reading. Small red flashes on the date hand add a pop of color, kind of like adding a chili pepper to a bowl of vanilla ice cream.

The beloved faceted Dauphine hands, polished and brushed, are back to complete the look. Encased in a 40 mm Master Control case, it features polished and brushed finishes that add to its refined yet relaxed elegance. It’s like wearing a tuxedo with sneakers – stylish yet comfortable.

Now, what’s ticking inside? The in-house Calibre 866 movement powers this beauty, supporting hours, minutes, seconds, and the complete calendar with a moon-phase. It boasts a nifty rapid-gliding feature where, once a month, the date hand makes a leap across the dial to keep the moon-phase in full view. It’s as if the watch itself knows you love those moonlit strolls.

With the Master Control Calendar, Jaeger-LeCoultre continues to build upon its impressive legacy of innovation and style, combining technical expertise with creative design. It’s a watch that tells time and a story all at once.