The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar reference 140.8.87 exemplifies the manufacture's renowned tradition of technical mastery and refined calendar complications. Introduced around 2001, this stainless steel classic offers a harmonious 37mm case size and elegantly proportioned silver dial with displays for day, date, and month—features that have defined the Master Control Calendar since its inception. Inside, the watch is powered by Jaeger-LeCoultre's automatic Caliber 889, a movement respected for its reliability and precise engineering, visible through the exhibition caseback on select models. This reference blends vintage cues with practical modernity, making it a collector favorite among triple calendar automatic watches from the early 2000s. The understated silver dial with its balanced layout and blue accents is especially prized for its legibility and sophistication. Stainless steel construction maximizes day-to-day versatility without sacrifice to timeless style. For collectors, the 140.8.87 stands as a prime example of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s early modern calendar offerings—a watch that marries horological artistry with all-occasion utility. Its historical context and reputation for robust calendar complication ensure lasting relevance and desirability on the vintage and neo-vintage market. Like New with Jaeger LeCoultre box and undated papers.