This Jaeger‑LeCoultre dates to 1940 and exemplifies mid‑century wristwatch design, notably its elegant tear‑drop lugs that give the case a refined, sculptural presence on the wrist. Beneath the case sits the Cal. 428/2, a period movement reflecting the maison’s focus on robust, precise mechanics. For the contemporary collector, such a watch offers a direct connection to classical watchmaking lines and movement engineering, appreciated for its historical context and the understated craftsmanship typical of Jaeger‑LeCoultre from that era.