Vintage LeCoultre Master Mariner Automatic – Caliber 481

A classic mid-century LeCoultre Master Mariner automatic wristwatch featuring the desirable power reserve indicator at 12 o’clock. This is a clean, honest example of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s U.S.-market pieces, combining understated design with strong mechanical pedigree.

The silver dial is well-balanced with applied hour markers, dauphine-style hands, and a distinctive power reserve display, giving the watch both functionality and vintage character. The case is 10K gold-filled with a stainless steel case back, typical of LeCoultre models produced for the American market during this period.

Inside is the LeCoultre caliber 481 automatic movement, a 17 jewel Swiss movement known for reliability and smooth winding.

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Details

• Brand: LeCoultre (Jaeger-LeCoultre U.S. market)

• Model: Master Mariner

• Movement: Automatic, Caliber 481

• Jewels: 17 jewels

• Case: 10K gold-filled bezel, stainless steel back

• Dial: Silver with applied markers and power reserve indicator

• Case Size: 35mm (excluding crown)

• Strap: Italian Brown leather strap (used)

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Condition

• Watch is currently running

• Dial shows light aging/patina consistent with vintage pieces. Power reserve window fonts appear smudged from aging

• Case shows wear and signs of use, including surface marks. Crown was replaced at some point with Omega gold crown

• Crystal has visible wear

• Movement appears clean (see photos)

• Service history unknown; accuracy not guaranteed

Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.

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Why this piece stands out

• Desirable power reserve complication

• Classic mid-century LeCoultre design

• Reliable caliber 481 automatic movement

• Great entry point into vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre

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