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Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 Chocolate Ref. 2782560 - Review
First of all a very happy new year to all the fellow collectors around the world!
As many of you I (almost) certainly have way too many watches in my collection yet I decided to start the year
with another gift for myself: a Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 also known as the one with the "Chocolate" dial (Ref. 2782560).
Beside the usual "love at first sight" effect I will try to persuade you in this review that this watch is simply perfect even for a collector that has everything (or better said, perfect for me!).
This was a very instinct purchase as I learned about this watch just few days ago while looking at some old photos of a two years ago when I first tried the "brother" of this Reverso in white gold (Ref. 2783520). Back then I decided not to go for it and when I discovered that there was a new version in Rose gold I couldn't wait to get it.
I am lucky to live close to a newly opened JLC boutique
I was specifically looking for the Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 Chocolate and, at first, I couldn't find it.
I was specifically looking for the Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 Chocolate and, at first, I couldn't find it.
There was the older version in white gold, the steel version but where is the brown?
Here it is! Now you probably know the feeling of really wanting to get a watch and wondering if it
Here it is! Now you probably know the feeling of really wanting to get a watch and wondering if it
indeed available ...and here it was 
I wouldn't say that my heart was racing (I always finding it
I wouldn't say that my heart was racing (I always finding it a bit of an overstatement when I read it) but I was really happy!
Bear with me on the photo quality as this first photo was taken in a bit of a rush
Now the tricky issue when you find a watch that you really want - and might not need - is resisting or
Now the tricky issue when you find a watch that you really want - and might not need - is resisting or
"investing" some of the hard earned money in yet another amazing piece of wearable art.
Talking about art: the lady in this photo in the JLC boutique seemed convinced that I should indeed get it
- after all there was only one piece available and this Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 is not always available
at authorised distributors - so why not ?
Trying the watch confirmed that it was indeed both very light and ultra thin. Both characteristics
Trying the watch confirmed that it was indeed both very light and ultra thin. Both characteristics
are really important. And hear I say only once: a word of caution in buying a watch that is either
too heavy or big for your wrist. You might love it (a lot) at once but the force of physic will prevent you
from wearing it as much as you would like (this is not to say that you shouldn't get a bigger and heavier
watch that you like. Just that it might take a while to get used to it and it might never be as comfortable).
I am a big sinner in this department!
When you just put the watch back in the tray and, just for these few seconds, you already miss it
When you just put the watch back in the tray and, just for these few seconds, you already miss it
you know that you are in trouble
And now is too late ready to go
Back in my office I can't stop enjoying the watch. Very light, classy yet not as understated as while
And now is too late
ready to goBack in my office I can't stop enjoying the watch. Very light, classy yet not as understated as while
gold - so a statement indeed but a discrete (and very light and thin) one.
The strap is another amazing element of this watch. It was produced in Argentina by polo bootmarker
The strap is another amazing element of this watch. It was produced in Argentina by polo bootmarker
"Casa fagliano ". Now this might sound trivial but having a comfortable strap is essential to me and is not
always that obvious - I do have some watches I love that have not that comfortable straps.
As you can detect in the photo this strap has some visible scratches (the boutique ensured me that it was
just a result of being in display for long and perhaps this kind of leather might be prone to these scratches)
but offered to let me have a new strap, obviously for free
This version of the Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 has no logo on the dial simply the name
"reverso" above the the seconds at 6 o'clock. I have seen other reviews criticising this
choice but I disagree. I think that it adds an element of vintage to the watch that I really like
Winding a manual watch can be either a pleasure or a nuisance: much of it depends also on the
Winding a manual watch can be either a pleasure or a nuisance: much of it depends also on the
winding action that was the first thing I remembered when I looked at the old photos of the JLC 1931 in
white gold that I tried back in 2012.
I have tried (and still own) many manual watches and I can only say that this model
winding action is by far the best I have have encountered.
What do you think of the watch on my wrist?
Conclusions: If you like square watches a JLC reverso is certainly "the" watch that you need in your collection. The Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 Chocolate dial watch is an eternal classic that excels in both look and wearability. It is both
very light and thin making it ideal for daily wearing. Like many other high-end watches this is really wearable art
and, in essence, a dream.
Thanks again for reading and feel free to comment. Very happy on my first JLC
Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 Chocolate Ref. 2782560 - Review
First of all a very happy new year to all the fellow collectors around the world! As many of you I (almost) certainly have way too many watches in my collection yet I decided to start the year with another gift for myself: a Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931...
Your JLC Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 Chocolate is a delight
The chocolate evokes the vintage feel of a time past. An JLC is doing great work on the strap to keep it historical rich and luxurious but sporty at the same time. Thank you for a great review and enjoy the watch in great health. Bill
Thanks a lot Bill I agree...
That there is something special in the luxurious - sporty combination and this particular model is an excellent example - great idea to have a custom strap that is really special and makes a difference!
Two very interesting things...
Your journey which drove you to go fir the G.R.U.T Chocolate. It is always god to know what drove you to go for a certain Watch. The second part of your nicely written article is the name on the dial. JLC Watches which don't have the name of the company o...
You share part of the guilt...
Interesting! In this case I think the original inspiration in steel with the chocolate dial did have the name and in a different position
Yes, I would have preferred a Reverso on the upper part of the dial.
Like on the original. I find it nicer like this. But not a big deal, IMO. Best, Nicolas
forgot the photo...and about guilt
Forgot to attach the photo (not mine) the original did have the logo on the dial but I really like this new re-interpretation and the fact that is in rose gold. I also wanted to say that you share part of the "guilt" as I always saw in your posts that you...
Good idea to post this side by side picture.
Here is another chocolate, I took at the Manufacture. And thank you so much for the kind words. Best, Nicolas ...
gorgeous photos Nicolas with the risk of going...
Off topic can you tell me which JLC you own ? I saw the photos of your gorgeous platinum one but I would like to know more :)
Thanks, Christian...
Let's say that I own several JLCs... Reverso Septantieme, Master Minute Repeater, TT DSA US, Amvox II, and a few Vnitage, among others. ;) Best, Nicolas.
That is not really a collection, most an addition of pieces.
Pièces which I love a lot, by the way, for what they represent / mean to me. Best, Nicolas
Splendid choice.. Timeless icon.. Sincere congrats ! :)
.. BTW: can confirm the superb quality of the Fagliano strap; have applied it to my TT Reverso 1931, which resulted in a very nice combo, as well. But your RG has elegance & nice presence. Wear her in the Best of your health !! The elder cousin sends gree...
thanks you! the elder cousin...
Is truly gorgeous too and fits well with the la fagliano strap that is indeed very unique and comfortable. Very good idea from JLC - I do love this subtle innovation and re-issue of some reinterpreted iconic pieces in their extensive historical collection...
Big congrats my friend !
Very happy you joined our jlc and Reverso gang! :) The chocolate dial and rose gold case combo is to die for. Looks fabulous on you! May your new chocolate Reverso always give you lots of joy when you wear it! Thanks for sharing with us :) Cheers Robin
Thank you Robin and congrats for your stunning..
Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1948 - it really fits very well on your wrist. The other Blue JLC is also stunning! Love the size and how light the watch is!
Reverse?
Congratulations. Beautiful watch. Do you have time to share the watch in its reversed state?
Congrats on your first JLC!
It is one sweet chocolate i must say. Great pictures man and it fits your wrist perfectly! I agree on the lightness and thinnes of this watch. Its going to be an instant classic. It has become my favorite piece as well. Great way to start the new year! Ch...
