The Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 388 is a hand-wound movement developed and manufactured in-house, based on the patented Duometre concept with two independent gear trains—one dedicated to timekeeping, the other to complications—linked by a single escapement for uncompromised precision. Its most striking feature is the Heliotourbillon: a triple-axis tourbillon composed of 163 components and weighing less than 0.7 grams, rotating in a dynamic motion to enhance chronometric performance and visual spectacle. Calibre 388 incorporates a perpetual calendar with a grande date, moon phase, day/night indicator, and leap year display, alongside dual power reserve indicators. It runs at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), offers a power reserve of approximately 46 hours, and consists of 655 components including 89 jewels. The movement measures 34.3 mm in diameter and 11.15 mm in height.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Movement Type
Manual Winding
Jewel Count
89 jewels
Power Reserve
46h
Frequency
28,800 vph (8 Hz)
Diameter
34.3mm
Height
11.15mm
Display Type
Analog
COMPLICATIONS
FEATURES
QUICK FACTS
BRAND
TYPE
Manual WindingSTATUS
LimitedMANUFACTURE
In-houseLAUNCH YEAR
2007CALIBER FAMILY
DuometreCOUNTRY
SwitzerlandALSO KNOWN AS
