replica reverso tribute small seconds 1931
The replica Reverso Tribute Small Seconds 1931 is the closest most collectors will get to the original art-deco icon without the auction-house premium. It pairs the swiveling rectangular case with a clean small-seconds dial, so you get the silhouette that made the Reverso famous and the proportions people actually wear. This guide covers what to look for before you add one to your rotation.
What defines the Reverso Tribute Small Seconds 1931?
It is a rectangular, reversible dress watch with a small seconds subdial at six o'clock, inspired by the 1931 original. The tribute line keeps the case slim and the dial restrained: dauphine-style hands, applied indices, and a finish that reads as elegant rather than loud.
Key Features
- Reversible rectangular case with a smooth 180-degree swivel mechanism
- Small seconds subdial positioned at 6 o'clock
- Slim case profile that slips easily under a shirt cuff
- Dauphine-style hands with applied hour markers
- Sapphire crystal up front and a solid, engravable caseback
- Choice of hand-wound or automatic movement depending on the version
- Alligator-grain or calf leather strap with a matching pin buckle
- Available in stainless steel and gold-tone finishes
Materials and specifications
Cases are typically 316L stainless steel, polished and brushed by hand, with gold-tone versions using PVD or gold plating over the same base. The crystal is sapphire with an anti-reflective coating, and the strap is leather with a soft lining plus quick-release spring bars on most builds. Hand-wound versions are the purist's pick and sit around 45 by 27 mm on the wrist, while automatic versions run slightly thicker. Water resistance is generally rated for daily splashes, so keep it away from the pool and the shower.
Shipping and returns
Orders ship within a few business days and include tracking from dispatch to delivery. Every piece is inspected and photographed before it leaves, and returns are accepted inside the stated window as long as the watch comes back unworn with its protective stickers intact.
Is the Reverso Tribute Small Seconds 1931 comfortable for daily wear?
Yes. The curved rectangular case hugs the wrist and the slim profile sits flat under a cuff, so it works equally well with a suit or a sweater.
Can the caseback be engraved?
The solid back panel is designed for personalization, which is one of the reasons the Reverso has been a gift watch for decades.
What should I check when it arrives?
Confirm the swivel locks firmly in both positions, the subdial hand sweeps smoothly, and the strap hardware sits flush against the case.