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Jaeger-LeCoultre Boutique Exclusive Collection

By xiu laba · Oct 25, 2022 · 20 replies
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Xiu laba's recent boutique visit offers a fascinating look at Jaeger-LeCoultre's design philosophy, particularly their use of subtle color accents on iconic dials. This post also spotlights a remarkable horological achievement: the world's smallest mechanical movement. His observations provide valuable insights into JLC's blend of aesthetic refinement and technical prowess.

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But first to warm up, these 2 beauties. I know they are totally different style wise, but I like how JLC put small splashes of brighter color on top of the main dial color, e.g. orange dots on the blue Polaris dial and a lighter blue and red on the white Reverso dial. It makes an other wise monotonous dial stand out.










But the highlight of the night:




The smallest mechanical movement in the world, with time buried amongst a sea of diamonds. I could barely tell the time and it’s definitely not helped by all those shiny diamonds around it!

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patrick_y
Oct 25, 2022
Very nice pieces! My favorite is actually the diamond one!

Even though it's intended for ladies!

XI
xiu laba
Oct 27, 2022
You must have really good eyesight :)))

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patrick_y
Oct 29, 2022
Fortunately! For now!

My eye doctor tells me I can still be a pilot! I don't fly airplanes, but I do enjoy having good eyesight.

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xiu laba
Oct 29, 2022
You’re a very blessed person!

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patrick_y
Oct 29, 2022
Thank you!

I definitely should count my blessings!

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amanico
Oct 25, 2022
Aaaah, and did you kill your wallet? If yes, which one?

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