Introducing Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Infinite ‘Halo’

The Atmos Infinite ‘Halo’ is an exquisite timepiece by Jaeger-LeCoultre, embodying a refined minimalist aesthetic and showcasing an innovative horological concept established nearly a century ago. This review delves into the clock’s technical prowess and its rich historical background as a distinguished line of Atmos clocks.

A short history of Atmos Clocks

The Atmos clock was first conceptualized in 1928 by Jean-Léon Reutter, with the dream of creating a perpetual motion timepiece. First introduced globally by Jaeger-LeCoultre, the Atmos represents a marvel in horological engineering as it is powered without any conventional energy source. The clock harnesses infinitesimal variations in ambient air temperature, drawing inspiration and energy from daily environmental changes. Specifically, a fluctuation of merely one degree Celsius is capable of powering the clock for approximately two days. Throughout the decades, Jaeger-LeCoultre has refined the Atmos mechanism and collaborated with various designers to enhance both its functionality and aesthetic appeal, solidifying its status as a beloved objet d’art in the world of horology.

10 coats of lacquer

The 2025 iteration, Atmos Infinite ‘Halo,’ features a striking white lacquer dial that stands as its centerpiece. Composed of two concentric circles, the dial creates an impression of depth and elegant simplicity. Each dial undergoes a meticulous process where ten coats of lacquer are applied, each drying precisely controlled to ensure superior clarity and finish. The polished baton-shaped indexes and hands, which complement the rhodium finish of the mechanism, each contribute to the pure and understated elegance of the clock. The externally marked minute ring with its indented dots adds to this refined aesthetic, enhancing the design’s minimalist ethos.

1°C – 48 hours of power reserve

Central to the Atmos Infinite ‘Halo’ is the Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 570, a movement renowned for its perpetual motility and efficiency. By eschewing additional complications, the Calibre 570 focuses exclusively on the essential display of hours and minutes, reflecting Jaeger-LeCoultre’s philosophy that sophistication emerges from simplicity. The movement is designed with an open-worked framework, emphasizing fine watchmaking finishes like brushed surfaces and polished edges that play with light and shadow. This approach not only showcases the clock’s mechanical intricacies but also highlights the technical expertise inherent in its creation.

Glass box

The clock’s case is an epitome of transparency and purity, crafted meticulously from glass to showcase its intricate mechanism as though it were suspended within an air realm. The cylindrical glass cabinet takes inspiration from the classical Art Deco “glass box” design of early Atmos models, while echoing the rounded domes of its earliest forms. This design choice ensures an unobstructed view of the mechanical components, letting the seamless glass construct disappear around the visual focus on the remarkable Atmos mechanism with its meticulously moving bellows, chains, and gears.

Forever a classic

The Atmos Infinite ‘Halo’ (21 500 € / US$ 20,000) epitomizes Jaeger-LeCoultre’s unwavering commitment to merging aesthetic evolution with technical prowess. This limited edition is a testament to the brand’s dedication to craftsmanship, creating a timepiece where purity of design brings the intricacy of elements to the fore. With its minimalist design and perpetual movement, it pays homage to its storied predecessors while embracing the brand’s innovative future in horology. Jaeger-LeCoultre‘s new interpretation of the Atmos clock continues the legacy of its unique perpetual motion concept and also reaffirms its position as a beacon of sophistication and ingenuity in the world of fine timepieces.