Jaeger-LeCoultre Dual Time New Model Review

amanico · 2008-06-17T04:10:59Z

First look at the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Dual Time. Amanico compares it to the 2004 model, highlighting dial symmetry, case refinements, and Caliber 975H.

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Amanico unveils a new Jaeger-LeCoultre Dual Time model, offering an exclusive first look at what he believes is a significant update to the brand's travel watch lineup. He meticulously compares this new version to its 2004 predecessor, highlighting crucial design refinements and technical improvements. Nicolas's detailed analysis, complete with macro photography, emphasizes the enhanced balance, elegance, and finishing of this latest iteration.

Or should I call it new Home Time, as for the moment, no one knows exactly what will be the right name of this watch?

I think that it's the first time this watch pops in a forum, so this is quite a scoop!

Here's the beast!

A pic is worth a thousand words to explain how the changes are important on this new watch...

Here's the previous model,launched in 2004:

The differences are obvious, while comparing the 2 dials.

The dial of the new version is much more balanced with the date at 3 instead of being located between 3 and 4, and the subdial of the Night and Day indicator is nicer, IMHO, as it's just below 12...In a nice symmetrical way, don't you think?

Even the subdial of the small seconds is much nicely designed.

So, these are the obvious differences, but this is not all!

The case is still in 40mm diameter, but the main differences are a bezel and the lugs which are designed in a slimmer way, as if JLC wanted to enhance the beauty of the dial.

Here are some pics...of the watch taken under different angles:

Here, you can admire the nice work on the lugs and the bezel...

I find it much more refined than the previous model, much more finished, with a certain look of classic, elegant and timeless watch.

Don't you think so?

I tried to take some quite good macro pics of the dial, to show the quality of the finish and of the design...

You can guess the second time zone hand under the hour hand...

And admire the sunburst finish of the silver dial, but also the very nice finish of the Night and Day indicator, which has 2 different guillochages, ala Breguet...

The numerals and hours marhers are applied, and gold plated.

The only thing I regret is that the night and day hand seems to be blue painted, and not blue heated, like on the classic Master RDM.

The Transparent Case Back offers a view on the reliable Cal 975H, and also allows to view the work on the lugs...

Some macros to appreciate the good quality of this caliber...Even if we don't have the same quality than the best JLC watches, we also don't have the same price!

This is a 30mm Diameter Automatic movement, with 29 jewels, and a power reserve of 48 hours, and made of 230 pieces.

The thickness is 5,70 mm.

The rotor has ceramic balls.

The movement has a variable inertia balance, beating at 28 800 vph.

This new DT is available on a SS Bracelet ( sorry no pic for the moment ) or on croco strap.

For those who want an even dressier look, but a bit more " oldie " too, the Rose Gold version is also available...

There will be a boutique edition, which will not be limited ( AFAIK).

It will come in SS and Rose gold with a black sunburst dial, and in WG with a beautiful Grey Dial, this last one should be LE...

Well, to end with this review, yes, I find it much more appealing than the previous model, an elegant Traveller Watch, and a very well balanced watch, with some nice improvements.

A watch which deserves to have a look on it!

Hope you will have some pleasure to read and view this topic!

Best.

Nicolas
This message has been edited by amanico on 2008-06-17 04:11:55 This message has been edited by amanico on 2008-06-21 01:11:54

Key Points from the Discussion

The new Dual Time's symmetrical dial, with the date at 3 and the night/day indicator below 12, is a significant improvement over the 2004 model's asymmetrical layout, making it appear classier and more balanced.
While the new model is more harmonious, some collectors appreciated the asymmetry of the older version, finding it gave the watch more 'personality' and charm.
The new Dual Time features a slimmer bezel and lugs, enhancing the dial's beauty and contributing to a more refined, classic, and elegant aesthetic.
The blue night and day hand appears to be painted rather than heat-blued, which is a minor regret for some, though it is consistent with the 2004 model.
The new model's design, particularly its symmetry, is similar to a limited edition Home Time created for the Viennese retailer Hübner in 2006.
The new Dual Time, or Home Time, is praised as one of the most elegant GMT watches in years, successfully converting the previous model's 'try' into a 'goal' with its improved design and finishing.

The Discussion

Jun 17, 2008

As usual, JLC gives us an extremely nice and functional dual time watch. Of course the design are from Master Toubillon.... While i do like the assymetry of the previous hometime, i can tell this will be a great seller!

Kong

Jun 17, 2008

Nicolas, this new model looks better than the 2004 version. However, this new model, seems like can perform 3 timezones.. so this Triple-Time (TT) is a great travelling watch...and of course will be very relevant if you have 2 girlfriends at two other zones Don't see any quick set button, so the crown controls all the functions. Well done. Kong

KCLQMULKU

Jun 17, 2008

This design looks a little similar to the PP Calatrava Travel Time, yet upon closer inspection looks may be a little deceiving as this JLC is indeed as individual as its potential name will suggest. Yet another great scoop. Thank you! This message has been edited by KCLQMULKU on 2008-06-17 06:14:38

Andy

Jun 17, 2008

they seem to have harmonised the dial design with the Master Tourbillon. I'd love to see a pic of the black dial version as the black dial Tourbillon is a stunner..!! It also looks a tiny bit thinner than the previous model...is it..?? Another great scoop..!! Andy.

ChristianDK

Jun 17, 2008

Thanks Nicolas for posting this scoop. I think it looks great. More harmonious. More finished as you say. However I also liked the modern element the asymmetry. I think it gave the old version perhaps a little more "personality", and I found the little "J & N" hand to be quite charming. The new Piece has a significant new crown. Is this because it is a Proto? It looks nice and also a bit retro! IMO. The indexes are certainly nicer and and simpler without the lume dots behind the "dagger " indexe

marcelo

Jun 17, 2008

There was really something that didn’t attract me on the 2004 model and you named it – the asymmetrical dial. The new model looks classier. You’re also right about the blue hand – a heated one would look better. At least it was not a downgrading from the 2004 model, which night & day blue hand also seems painted. BTW, do you think the old and new model 2 nd time zone hands (they look identical) are heated? Best regards, Marcelo

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