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It must be a fantastic tour, my friend!
Jun 12, 2022,12:51 PM
and thanks for sharing the story & tons of superb pics
the wall of movement is absolutely brilliant!
cheers
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WatchProSite Jaeger Lecoultre Manufacture Tour. The thread.
By: amanico : June 10th, 2022-16:07
For many years we wanted to organize a Manufacture Tour with Jaeger Lecoultre. Because Jaeger Lecoultre is one the most interesting watchmakers, because our site celebrated its 20th anniversary last year, because our relations with the brand are long and ...
Thanks for the report :)
By: chris7509 : June 10th, 2022-16:18
But is it a PP 5960A i see on the restaurant picture right in the front ?:p
:D
By: Joker2a : June 10th, 2022-21:02
...
You awakened all my memories of being there in 2005
By: cazalea : June 10th, 2022-17:24
Who could imagine that 17 years could go by so fast, and the experience of fine horology "up front and personal" would remain so compelling. But I suppose 17 years is just a "drop in the bucket" in the timeline of a manufacture like JLC! Thank you Nicolas...
+1
By: amanico : June 10th, 2022-20:48
Alex!!
By: InHavenPro : June 11th, 2022-01:10
Thanks mate for taking such quality shots, I'll save the couple where I'm seen in the frame - even though it looks like I'm half asleep (from serious jet lag) in that overhead picture of me scribbling on a pad with Patrick besides me, I promise I was tota...
Oh....
By: InHavenPro : June 11th, 2022-21:16
he shared with me not only excellent horological stories, but a fantastic gin (Monkey 47), and a top-class steakhouse dinner (masterfully selected by Tomas, if I'm not mistaken) - the 'cherry on top' of my two days in Switzerland ). I am wholeheartedly ob...
100% =)
By: InHavenPro : June 11th, 2022-21:52
You are welcome anytime,
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-00:35
A funny story I can share with you in the context you pointed out in your excellent picture with the cows is that an acquaintance of mine managed to get hit by a cow while driving relatively slowly on a rural road here in California. The cow was looking d...
A fantastic day!
By: Joker2a : June 10th, 2022-18:33
A very good atmosphere and a very nice team of pursites! Macalan forever
:)))
By: amanico : June 10th, 2022-21:44
Happy to see you guys had a great time at JLC
By: mahesh : June 10th, 2022-19:10
one of the most stunning manufacture one can visit...perfect blend of artisanal skills and history. that stair case with all movement hanging around - lovely. BTW the Pocket watch chronograph with white dial - killer reference ! Best, mahesh.,
What a tour, what a JLC team and what a Purist team!
By: eklektik : June 10th, 2022-19:35
What an exceptional experience it was! The reception by JLC was amazing, and all the top experts presented us their know-how and shared their passion for the brand and its products. A big thank you to Nico for organising it with the JLC team, it was fault...
Thanks for the great photos Nico!
By: GWIS : June 10th, 2022-20:12
It looks like you all had an amazing time. I hope Filip had the chance to chat with Francis Cretin about all things Amvox 2! What have they done to the Hotel des Horlogers! That used to a lovely, traditional Swiss hotel. May be it looked out of place next...
;)
By: amanico : June 10th, 2022-21:44
LoL =))
By: InHavenPro : June 11th, 2022-00:54
That was in fact something surreal for me! During lunch we spoke about his design process in 2004, how dear to him this design is, and how the crown design was updated shortly after the concept watches were presented not only to mimic the fuel cap design ...
Good idea!
By: InHavenPro : June 11th, 2022-07:26
But my watch came without any paperwork! Not that I give a damn, it was one of the best deals I could have ever made - it cost me less than the TAG Heuer Grand Carrera Caliber 36 did back in 2009........ I really hope Sebastien is super-happy with his Roy...
Soon.
By: Bill : June 10th, 2022-22:38
Yeeees!
By: amanico : June 10th, 2022-22:48
🙏😁
By: RabidManatee : June 10th, 2022-21:55
P.S. ....
By: InHavenPro : June 11th, 2022-01:31
The JLC team was obviously exceptional, everyone mentioned here, and others, deserve immense gratitude on our part. Lastly, I can't help but point out that Natassja is THE most fanciful spelling of the name Natasha I've ever come across - would have never...
Thanks for sharing
By: Jari from Finland : June 11th, 2022-02:45
You were having great time at the manufacture. These post are always interesting to read.
What a tour!
By: S F : June 11th, 2022-03:31
We can probably spend half a day at the wall of movements! Happy to see everyone had an enjoyable time together! Cheers🥂🥂
Cheers !
By: Ping.Timeout : June 11th, 2022-10:25
Si si...
By: amanico : June 11th, 2022-12:09
Great report
By: RG1 : June 11th, 2022-10:05
Thanks for sharing Nicolas..
Not directly :)
By: RayStantzPhD : June 11th, 2022-13:13
Look at my pictures, you see us standing around a table looking at a monitor. That was in the design department and the engineers were working with their CAD software around us. Next to me, there was someone working on a stunningly complex and beautiful R...
:))))
By: amanico : June 11th, 2022-21:14
You guys were....
By: InHavenPro : June 11th, 2022-20:02
too cruel to Patrick here xD.... He was simply sincerely drained from the whole thing... and the Macallan of course=P.... Good thing he didn't fall over given how many times his head fell forward!
Great report, mon ami!
By: MTR : June 11th, 2022-23:12
I wish I would have been able to join this fantastic trip to JLC. Did you wear your JLC MR to celebrate these moments? Best Thomas
Next time....
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-20:11
You have to show me the Septantieme!! My favorite, non-gyrotourbillon Reverso=)
Deal!
By: amanico : June 12th, 2022-20:43
Travel light… 😎
By: MTR : June 13th, 2022-08:38
I have to confess I no longer put myself through the stress of taking multiple watches with me on a flight. I don't find that particularly pleasant especially going through the security controls. Therefore on my last trip to Genéve (visiting GP) I conscio...
THE ARRIVAL
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-02:06
As I have too many pictures for a single post, I will share the ones I have in this thread through a few different posts. These are the images leading up to us entering La Grand Maison - in case any of you guys would like to have a large-format picture e-...
Now,
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-16:41
that's a proper throwback ....
OUVERTURE
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-02:56
La Grand Maison is truly enormous.... Matthieu opened things up with showing us the immaculately preserved pocket watches from the 1920s and 30s.... Totally exceptional pieces. The highlight of the visit for me besides the Grand Sonneries and Gyrotourbill...
Beyond impressive!
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-16:35
I was totally mesmerized by those pocket watches! Cheers, Filip
NO FINGERS PLEASE
By: Sebi : June 13th, 2022-08:48
héhé it was difficult to respect the rule, my greasy fingers were all aching from the restraining order !
Oh!
By: InHavenPro : June 16th, 2022-19:50
Good, that wasn't initially clear to me.... Thanks, Filip
CLIMAX
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-04:48
Super amusing and endearing is that most JLC employees wear Reversos....=)) This highly skilled lady is working on movement finishing for ladies’ Reversos.... ........ The glass-partitioned watchmaker spaces where regular pieces and complications are put ...
FINALE
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-05:40
History.... Squared.... THE Wall. Les ATMOS ! ! .... Still one of my all-time favorites.... Majestic.... The original. Marquetry.... Dutch angle on the wall.... Watchmaking desk. 1880 1900 Best pocket watches.... ever made! 1934.... Top of the line, refle...
=P
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-18:36
Asap. ;)
By: amanico : June 12th, 2022-19:54
Merci for all your pictures !
By: Sebi : June 13th, 2022-06:57
Gotta love that astronomy atmos, so obvious that it is the perfect vehicle for astronomical complications
I certainly think so....
By: InHavenPro : June 13th, 2022-07:17
They've decided to 'double down' on that concept with the latest one as well........
Indeed,
By: InHavenPro : June 16th, 2022-19:49
my trip went really well, I slept for 13 hours straight when I came back! Now, just finally getting back to my regular work obligations.... Cheers, Filip
Bonjour my friends !
By: Sebi : June 12th, 2022-06:07
My turn to share some pictures ! The team looking at some old marvels. And Nico working with his portable watch-shed ! Patrick trying to no sand-blast his own watch No touching she said ! Kinda love this logo-ed rotor wheel. Nice pieces but dont you think...
Awesome images !
By: InHavenPro : June 12th, 2022-06:57
Not only high resolution, but quality framing as well . Much appreciated, likewise, Filip
Great additional images, thanks!
By: RayStantzPhD : June 12th, 2022-07:56
I will always remember the dramatically different ticking sound of your JLC pictured above and my 2.5 Hz Dornblüth
Thanks at all
By: tombub : June 12th, 2022-10:13
It was a pleasure to meet you ! Thanks at JLC, Dorothée, Natassja, for this superb expérience. Beautiful to see all peoples to work his position, with hands.
O Top! ;)
By: amanico : June 13th, 2022-20:45
My late and unedited photos…
By: dms : June 13th, 2022-21:30
The hotel … first nice surprise I wished I spent more time in this room Heaven’s entrance Masterclass Glad’s favorite spot Start of a love affair ??? Love at first sight. Me want one (the lamp or, worst case, the picture) Atmos wall … i wish we could see ...
My photos, finally!
By: eklektik : June 16th, 2022-19:47
Not the best, but could complete well the ones from my fellow Purists! On the way! L'hôtel des horlogers, its stunning design and amazing wine (how many bottles?!?!) The tour of the factory and the workshop "noise vs. sound" Bye bye JLC! I'll be back! I f...
By: eklektik : June 16th, 2022-19:54
Bye bye JLC! ...
You're the only one....
By: InHavenPro : June 17th, 2022-21:40
who actually thought of taking a picture of that wonderful wine! Yum!....
+1!!!
By: amanico : June 17th, 2022-22:42
😀
By: eklektik : June 20th, 2022-18:49
ROFL!
By: amanico : June 25th, 2022-06:43
😉
By: eklektik : June 25th, 2022-12:02
How awesome
By: stabilizer : June 26th, 2022-19:00
What a treat to read through all of this, much less I can only imagine to be there !