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Stephe · 8 April 2023, 11:01 AM

Hi everyone,

I'm having a dilemma. Have my eyes set on a JLC Reverso 1931 tribute and also a JLC Master Reveil. I like the Reverso ,despite everyone telling me DO NOT get a rectangular watch - even after I explained the Golden Ratio.

Are most people inclined on getting Circular watches as compared to a Rectangular watch?

Side note, I also got offered another JLC piece, but it doesn't come with Boxes or Papers. The watch comes discounted though, but I really can't get over not having papers for the watch.

Decisions decisions.

Thanks!

Stephe · 8 April 2023, 11:07 AM

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CFR · 8 April 2023, 12:47 PM

You should get the Reverso if that's the one you like. But do you already have one or more watches? If so, then it may be a question of how any potential new acquisition would fit in with what you already have. A lot of people wouldn't own a rectangular watch as their only or primary watch but would own one as part of a larger collection.

texasmade · 8 April 2023, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Stephe

Hi everyone,

I'm having a dilemma. Have my eyes set on a JLC Reverso 1931 tribute and also a JLC Master Reveil. I like the Reverso ,despite everyone telling me DO NOT get a rectangular watch - even after I explained the Golden Ratio.

Are most people inclined on getting Circular watches as compared to a Rectangular watch?

Side note, I also got offered another JLC piece, but it doesn't come with Boxes or Papers. The watch comes discounted though, but I really can't get over not having papers for the watch.

Decisions decisions.

Thanks!

If only one watch, then get a circular watch. If you already have one circular watch then get a rectangular watch. I own a large Tank Americaine and have no issues with a rectangular watch.

charger_vital · 8 April 2023, 05:23 PM

Who is telling you not to get a rectangular watch? The Reverso is a classic. The other one is fine. But this is a no brainer.

pug208 · 10 April 2023, 10:54 AM

a round watch fits relatively easily to a wrist. a rectangular one is a bit tricky, even there is the gold ratio. You should always put the Reverso you like on your wrist to really see if it fits you.

Tools · 10 April 2023, 11:51 AM

Watches are round because the hands go around the dial without changing length or shape.

The golden ratio is about art, not watches.

If you want a rectangular watch, get one. They have been making them for decades for those who fine them more pleasing to the eye.

mps354 · 10 April 2023, 01:51 PM

I much prefer the reverso to any of JLCs other lines

AEC · 10 April 2023, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Stephe

...despite everyone telling me...

Who are "everyone", and do their opinions matter?

Easy E · 10 April 2023, 08:09 PM

If you like the Reverso then that is the one to get. It’s a nice watch.

brandrea · 10 April 2023, 08:14 PM

When I think of JLC I immediately think of the Reverso

Benzsiam · 10 April 2023, 09:17 PM

For me, JLC and Cartier look best with rectangular shape.

Dino944 · 12 April 2023, 04:10 AM

Why worry about what everyone else tells you? Buy the watch that speaks to you. The Master series is very nice, but to me- if you are buying a JLC, you get a Reverso! IMHO, no JLC has more JLC DNA in it than a Reverso. It's a classic that never goes out of style. There are thousands of round watches on the market. Plenty of them are great watches, but there is something special about having a different case shape. I don't own a Reverso, but I have a Cartier Tank Louis Cartier XL (rectangular), a Santos (square), a VC Historiques Carre 1936 (square), and a VC 1972 (asymmetric case). I have several round watches, but its a really nice change to put on a watch that is a completely different shape and doesn't blend in with a sea of round watches that I see on everyone else. Wishing you luck with whatever you decide.

Boston1 · 13 April 2023, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stephe

Hi everyone,

I'm having a dilemma. Have my eyes set on a JLC Reverso 1931 tribute and also a JLC Master Reveil. I like the Reverso ,despite everyone telling me DO NOT get a rectangular watch - even after I explained the Golden Ratio.

Are most people inclined on getting Circular watches as compared to a Rectangular watch?

Side note, I also got offered another JLC piece, but it doesn't come with Boxes or Papers. The watch comes discounted though, but I really can't get over not having papers for the watch.

Decisions decisions.

Thanks!

You should get what speaks to you. I bought a pink gold VC Fiftysix because I was in love with it the moment I tried it on. I didn’t care about the scathing reviews on most websites (“entry level” ad nauseam, no Geneva seal etc) by self-proclaimed connoisseurs who I doubt they have seen it in real life. David Brendan’s review on ABTW was rather vitriolic.
As far as non-circular watches are concerned, my first coveted watch was the Santos 100. A beautiful square watch that I have had for 15 years. I still love it.
Cheers

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8 April 2023, 11:01 AM	#1
Stephe Banned Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: The States Posts: 118	Rectangular vs Circle Hi everyone, I'm having a dilemma. Have my eyes set on a JLC Reverso 1931 tribute and also a JLC Master Reveil. I like the Reverso ,despite everyone telling me DO NOT get a rectangular watch - even after I explained the Golden Ratio. Are most people inclined on getting Circular watches as compared to a Rectangular watch? Side note, I also got offered another JLC piece, but it doesn't come with Boxes or Papers. The watch comes discounted though, but I really can't get over not having papers for the watch. Decisions decisions. Thanks!

10 April 2023, 11:51 AM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Watches are round because the hands go around the dial without changing length or shape. The golden ratio is about art, not watches. If you want a rectangular watch, get one. They have been making them for decades for those who fine them more pleasing to the eye. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

10 April 2023, 09:17 PM	#12
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,001	For me, JLC and Cartier look best with rectangular shape. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

8 April 2023, 11:07 AM	#2
Stephe Banned Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: The States Posts: 118

8 April 2023, 12:47 PM	#3
CFR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: US Posts: 1,075	You should get the Reverso if that's the one you like. But do you already have one or more watches? If so, then it may be a question of how any potential new acquisition would fit in with what you already have. A lot of people wouldn't own a rectangular watch as their only or primary watch but would own one as part of a larger collection.

8 April 2023, 05:23 PM	#5
charger_vital "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Basel Watch: LF Sport & Pepsi Posts: 1,008	Who is telling you not to get a rectangular watch? The Reverso is a classic. The other one is fine. But this is a no brainer.

10 April 2023, 10:54 AM	#6
pug208 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Terry Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 40	a round watch fits relatively easily to a wrist. a rectangular one is a bit tricky, even there is the gold ratio. You should always put the Reverso you like on your wrist to really see if it fits you.

10 April 2023, 01:51 PM	#8
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,097	I much prefer the reverso to any of JLCs other lines

10 April 2023, 08:09 PM	#10
Easy E 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 5,072	If you like the Reverso then that is the one to get. It’s a nice watch.

10 April 2023, 08:14 PM	#11
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,074	When I think of JLC I immediately think of the Reverso

12 April 2023, 04:10 AM	#13
Dino944 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rhode Island Watch: Batman, Kermit Posts: 1,097	Why worry about what everyone else tells you? Buy the watch that speaks to you. The Master series is very nice, but to me- if you are buying a JLC, you get a Reverso! IMHO, no JLC has more JLC DNA in it than a Reverso. It's a classic that never goes out of style. There are thousands of round watches on the market. Plenty of them are great watches, but there is something special about having a different case shape. I don't own a Reverso, but I have a Cartier Tank Louis Cartier XL (rectangular), a Santos (square), a VC Historiques Carre 1936 (square), and a VC 1972 (asymmetric case). I have several round watches, but its a really nice change to put on a watch that is a completely different shape and doesn't blend in with a sea of round watches that I see on everyone else. Wishing you luck with whatever you decide.

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