Jaeger-LeCoultre Amvox Series: Design & Innovation
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Amvox Series: Design & Innovation

By hs111 · Apr 17, 2016 · 27 replies
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hs111 provides a fresh look at the Jaeger-LeCoultre Amvox series, highlighting its distinctive design and innovative chronograph functionality. This post delves into the collaboration between JLC and Aston Martin, which birthed this avant-garde line of sports watches, and celebrates the enduring appeal of models like the Amvox II.


Friends,
Guess we all pretty much agree on the nice & rich heritage of a 
family of JLC sports watches, which exhibit great design, cool
appearance and superb functionality.

Well, I'm talking about the Amvox family of sports timepieces;
while the Amvox 1 has this strong common DNA 
with the Polaris (case, Memovox character..), the other one,
even more distinctly different, is the Chronograph line of the Amvox II.

Its design, from the very intro, was fresh, audacious, good 
looking. Also most alluring it came with a new Chronograph 
principle, with the tilting case to start, stop & reset the Chrono function.

It was design work of a gifted pair of JLC designers, one
of whom happened to be a delightful young woman,
Magali Metrallier, who also had drafted the Master 
Compressor Memovox together with Francis Cretin,
under the auspices of M. Jerome Lambert at JLCs
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Mmlle Metrailler ( Credit: JLC) 
Mmlle Metrailler ( Credit: JLC)

- Some of you had the pleasure to meet her in person,
and discussed the features & philosophy of the novel Amvox II
Chronograph principle, soon to be widely lauded.

So I thought, just to share two of my Amvox-1 pics, but
then also few shots about the begin of the series of Amvox creations, 
which were result & outcome of a cooperative program between JLC
and Aston Martin.

Really like that green 'Kermit' Amvox- 1, with a circular yellow Alarm scale 
Really like my green 'Kermit' Amvox- 1, with a circular yellow Alarm scale



A well scaled Memovox, with shared Polaris DNA.. Strong but balanced appeal ! 
A well scaled Memovox, with shared Polaris DNA.. Strong but balanced appeal !

This partnership had resulted in several Chrono models & watch 
iterations starting with the Amvox II, classical vs DBS type ( partially open)
followed by Amvox III up to Amvox 5 & 7.

Several of you here were & probably still are happy owners 
of the classical, quite timeless Amvox II, being origin & root of this 
series of avantgarde, almost revolutionary Chronographs, unequalled so far.

Especially in its Titanium version, it soon was to become an epitome 
of a great sports watch; this with distinct design codes also related 
to the dynamic automotive & racing DNA, Aston Martin was & is standing for.

Guess, I'd rather stop rambling too much here, but just wanted to share
my few own humble models of this family of watches.

To start with, here a WS ( credit Nico, AFAIK) of the base classical
Amvox II model, on a flight on the occasion of the 24 hrs 
of LeMans, if I remember correctly.


Amvox II on its way to action ( Credit: Nico) 

Amvox II on its way to action ( Credit: Nico)

Another nice static image below ( credit: again Nico)  of this same model, in Titanium: 
Black dial center, then the silver ring, and finally the typical arc- shaped window- scales 
for the Chronograph,  black numbers & indices & very  pronounced white hands + a red Chrono second..

Thus, these numbers on  a palette of greys, with some red accents, such as
the Chrono status writing @9, and peek through on the also red pivot mechanism..

A design juvenile, fresh but with timeless charm. - And so, more than a decade
later, these design codes and Chronos are still stimulating & unconventional.


A classical Chrono ( Puc Credit: Nico) 

A classical Chrono Amvox II : 1st generation( Pic Credit: Nico)

Herewith I would like to share my own Amvox II, which in fact is the DBS model,
now with partially open design, where the Chrono scales on the 2 wheels remain
visible, so does part of the inner plates.

Amvox II DBS ( Credit: JLC) 

Amvox II DBS ( Credit: JLC)


Further to that, I very much like the little contrasting red dots of the ruby jewels
& the b&w turning plate @6 to indicate night and day, next to the Aston Martin logo.

Overall I like that Chronograph Amvox II DBS a lot, highlighting an exciting
featured project and a splendid Chronograph with a superb design & functional
principle. 

Very nice wrist presence, with an accent by the partially open dial 
Very nice wrist presence, with an accent by the partially open dial



Really strong, but sophisticated appeal 
Really strong, but sophisticated appeal

For me, it's still one of JLCs best sportive watches so far, with a nice nod to racing
and Gran Tourismo history.

Well, think I'll stop here; if you want to read more about the Amvox Series, including
other or further models,  just enter it in the JLC Search fields.

Wishing you all a great week,

Cheers, hs
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This message has been edited by hs111 on 2016-04-17 23:46:56

About the Jaeger LeCoultre Amvox2 Ref. AMVOX2

The Amvox2 represents Jaeger LeCoultre's approach to contemporary sports timing, offered here in the Steel Black series configuration. This 44mm reference positions itself as a substantial automatic chronograph within the Amvox2 collection, distinguished by its monochromatic steel and black dial treatment.

The 44mm steel case houses an automatic movement and features a black dial beneath sapphire crystal protection. Water resistance extends to 100 meters, while a fixed bezel completes the case architecture. The steel construction and automatic movement provide the mechanical foundation for this chronograph reference.

This Steel Black series Amvox2 appeals to collectors seeking a modern Jaeger LeCoultre sports chronograph with substantial wrist presence. The 44mm case diameter and black dial configuration offer a contemporary alternative within the Amvox2 range, providing automatic chronograph functionality in a steel sports watch format. The combination of size, materials, and dial treatment positions this reference for collectors focused on modern Jaeger LeCoultre sports complications.

Specifications

Caliber
Cal.751
Case
Steel
Diameter
44 mm
Dial
Black
Water Resist.
100m
Crystal
Sapphire crystal

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AM
amanico
Apr 17, 2016

The III is something, too, but not in the same financial league, while the 1 played the card of nostalgy, and the 2, the card of the concept. The 7 is an evolution of the 2. And the 5 adds a world time to the chronograph, but sadly, this last one is classic, I mean, with pushers. So, you own the best of the Amvox spirit, here. Bravo, my friend. Bravo. Nicolas

BL
blomman Mr Blue
Apr 18, 2016

Another great pick up! But unlike Nicolas, to me the only true AMVOX is the first. The second is a fantastic concept chrono.... But more like a AMCHRON than a AMVOX! Best Blomman

LE
leighapfraise
Apr 18, 2016

that green timepiece looks like the military series, it is so cool the splendid dial combine with the delicate strap.

BA
Baron - Mr Red
Apr 18, 2016

.....i love the details and the emotion you fill. I bought Amvox I a couple of years ago...and was quite torn between whether to choose I or II..... you have me wondering...again. See you soon. Joe

KM
KMII
Apr 18, 2016

I have for a long time been very much into the Amvox I only, but fell for the two slowly at first, and then after having tried it on, much faster You summarize the reasons very well. I also like the freshness of the design, the concept nature, etc. Also a reason why I am a big fan of the Master Compressor Memovox. Definitely to enter my collection some day... Hope you can enjoy both frequently these days, with the weather being more appropriate

HS
hs111
Apr 18, 2016

.. in my humble view, they rather are complementary.. ( Memovox one, unique Chrono the 2, in my case open dial). Yes, looking forward to seeing you soon.. Cheers, hs

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