Manufactured in the 1950s, this LeCoultre features the bumper automatic Cal.481 with an indicator display, housed in a waterproof case with a black gilt dial. It is powered by the rare half-rotor automatic Cal.481, produced before the advent of full-rotor self-winding movements. A small aperture at the 12 o’clock position serves as a power reserve indicator, changing from white to red as the mainspring power decreases.
At first glance, the fancy-lug case gives the watch an elegant and decorative appearance, yet it is constructed with a screw-back waterproof design. The black dial, produced using the gilt process, showcases an intricate layout combining embossed bombé indexes with dot indexes. Blending beauty with durability, this exceptional piece displays a luxurious and highly attractive character through the striking contrast of black and gold.