At first glance, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso à Eclipse appears to be a traditional Reverso timepiece.

However, if you spin the wheel on the outside of the case (at 2 o’clock), the dial shutters open to reveal a secret beneath. This is no ordinary Reverso. Beneath lies a hand-painted enamel work of art.

This rare form of art, enamel dial painting, is one that has long been used in haute horology.

The skill level required is so high that few people in the world can produce these intricate paintings. For Jaeger-LeCoultre to be able to apply this expertise within a Reverso model, behind a mechanically retracting dial, is quite impressive.

Final Thoughts

The Reverso is a reversible dress watch, best suited for pairing with thinner wrists and formal attire. And the Reverso à Eclipse takes it a step further, and gives you the hidden complication, offering you a choice of a traditional dial or an enamel-painted dial. Thanks to a well-considered design, both configurations allow you to read the time with ease.