Jaeger Lecoultre Reverso Logitech Jean-Daniel Nicoud

Highly Collectible Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso – Logitech Presentation Watch

Reference: 250.5.08 | Year: 1996 | Unique Historical Provenance

This exceptional Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso is not only a masterpiece of Swiss watchmaking but also a rare piece of computing history. The watch was gifted by Logitech to Jean-Daniel Nicoud, the visionary Swiss inventor credited with developing the first optical computer mouse. It was presented to Nicoud to commemorate the milestone of one million Logitech mice sold—a pivotal achievement in the evolution of personal computing.

Jean-Daniel Nicoud is celebrated for his pioneering contributions to technology, including the creation of the Smaky computer in 1974. This groundbreaking Swiss microcomputer was one of the earliest portable computing systems, predating the IBM 5100 (1975) and foreshadowing innovations such as the Macintosh Portable (1989). Nicoud also contributed to other revolutionary technologies, such as the CALM (Computer-Assisted Learning Machine) assembly system and the Minicéline, a 6-gram micro aircraft.

This Reverso’s caseback bears a unique engraving featuring the Logitech logo, Nicoud’s name, and the year 1996, solidifying its status as a one-of-a-kind collector’s piece that bridges two realms of Swiss excellence: fine watchmaking and computing innovation.

The sale includes a copy of correspondence emails with Jean-Daniel Nicoud himself, further validating its provenance and making it a true museum-worthy timepiece.