{"product_id":"jaeger-lecoultre-5000-42-ultra-thin-automatic-cal-900-1982-box-certificate","title":"Jaeger-LeCoultre 5000.42 Ultra Thin Automatic Cal.900 1982 Box \u0026 Certificate","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSelling my beautiful 1982 Jaeger-LeCoultre ultra-thin automatic, reference 5000.42, powered by the ultra-slim calibre 900.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn insanely thin case of around 6mm, near 50 years old it's a stunning collector's watch unlike any other. One I am genuinely on the fence about selling. I absolutely love how flush it sits on the wrist - it is probably the thinnest automatic watch I have owned and almost disappears under a cuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI normally gravitate more towards sports watches. The current-model Longines Conquest feels like a very thin watch to me, but next to this JLC it feels like an Invicta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the delicate proportions, it still has loads of character. The rounded hexagonal case, crisp white dial, bold Roman numerals and date at 3 give it a really distinctive look that feels unmistakably vintage without looking dated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI recently wore it to a wedding and received loads of compliments on it. It is a phenomenal piece, working on a video of it for the Zero Hour Watches YouTube channel so keep an eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExcellent cosmetic condition \u003c\/b\u003efor a watch from circa 1982. The case has only light signs of age and wear visible upon close inspection, but overall presents beautifully. The dial is extremely clean and the crystal is clear and unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black crocodile strap has been worn but remains in very good usable condition and is fitted with the signed Jaeger-LeCoultre pin buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVery good mechanical condition, timegrapher tested across 5 positions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 0 to +6 sec\/day depending on position, 228 to 254° amplitude, and 0.1 to 0.3 ms beat error at 28,800 vph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Jaeger-LeCoultre calibre 900 automatic movement is running very well overall, showing strong accuracy, low beat error and solid positional consistency - amazing for a vintage ultra-thin watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower reserve tested at approximately 41 hours and 30 minutes, a healthy result for the calibre 900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComes with with:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre inner presentation box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre outer box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre certificate of authenticity signed 2005, matching serial and confirming manufacture circa 1982 and calibre 900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre Black crocodile strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre signed pin buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am not in any rush to sell this one and will be more than happy to keep it if it does not find the right buyer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePlease study the photos as they form part of the description, \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eI have tried my best to show any imperfections under bright light.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSerial number is censored for security.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHappy to take sensible offers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAny questions just shoot me a message.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThanks for looking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eSHIPPING:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFast and Insured Delivery in the UK (Royal Mail Special Delivery 1pm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFast and International Delivery via eBay's Global Shipping Program or UPS.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e(Import Tax, VAT, etc might be added on top depending on your country)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jaeger-LeCoultre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54494391370074,"sku":"398218034897","price":2300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/1951\/7786\/files\/57_dc675649-af82-41c4-a398-5a1c16371ca8.png?v=1785698525","url":"https:\/\/www.zerohourwatch.com\/products\/jaeger-lecoultre-5000-42-ultra-thin-automatic-cal-900-1982-box-certificate","provider":"Zero Hour Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}