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Jaeger cal. 285 18ct 'hunter case'

Posted: Mon Feb 09, 2015 2:06 pm
by TBW
Hi all!

I have been a long time watchcollector and lurker. Really loving all the knowledge spread here.
So I bought this Jaeger 1930's chronograph this weekend from the family of the first owner. I know the Jaeger Chronographs with 285 calibre are pretty rare, gold cases are a bit rarer and black dials are even more rare.
But the real cool thing about this watch is that it has a 'hunter' case, the caseback and 'bezel' with crystal are foldable by hand. Has anybody seen one like this? I took these pictures from the watch how I found it. It will need a service.

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Re: Jaeger cal. 285 18ct 'hunter case'

Posted: Mon Feb 09, 2015 6:26 pm
by zafbasha
Good looking watch. The caliber 285 is actually made by Universal Genève, not that rare. But you're right the black dial and hinged case is pretty unusual.

If you need a service, we can perform, no problem. We've done many.