Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre à Chronographe White Gold

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Amanico celebrates the two-year anniversary of owning his Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre à Chronographe in white gold with a black dial. His post beautifully illustrates the watch's enduring appeal and versatility, showcasing it in diverse settings from Valencia to Morocco and back to the Manufacture. This personal reflection underscores the deep connection collectors form with their cherished timepieces.

If you follow me, you know that there is a big love affair between myself and the Duometre à Chronographe. A love affair which started as soon as the Duometre was unveiled, in 2007, and which was compromised after a sad event in January 2011. But in December 2016, I could solve that painful issue and get another Duometre, to replace my platinum version, a white gold black dial.

It's been two years, now, that I own this black beauty.

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And since then, this is one of these watches I bring with me, everywhere I go.

Valencia, Spain:

Morocco:

Back home, at the Manufacture:

This is also one of these very rare watches I admire front and back side.

Cool, elegant, powerful, eye catching and you get the satisfaction to have one of the finest chronograph from the modern production, from these ten last years.

And certainly one of the most original with its dual wind concept ( one barrel and its gear train for the chronograph, one barrel and its gear train for the time, to not pollute the time when the chronograph is running ).

I would also add that it is, in my opinion, one of the most interesting modern Jaeger Lecoultre, as well as the whole Duometre family. But the Chronograph has a place apart, since it is THE Duometre, the first of the saga. There are, of course, some high end Jaeger Lecoultre watches, but there is nothing like the Duometre.

It also became a kind of fetish watch for me, a watch that I decide to wear when I have some challenges to achieve. The kind of watch which gives you confidence and strength... Curious, strange, but true.

In a few words, it is a keeper in my collection, as I rate it in the top ten of the watches I own. Which means a lot!

Best,

Nicolas

Key Points from the Discussion

The Duometre à Chronographe is highly regarded for its 'unrivalled power, strength, and class,' with its size being perfect even for smaller wrists.
The white gold black dial Duometre à Chronographe is considered magnificent, with some collectors moving closer to acquiring one after seeing it.
The Duometre à Chronographe is a personal favorite among modern chronographs due to its unique and interesting design compared to others on the market.
The Duometre line is expected to expand with new models and complications in the near future, suggesting continued innovation from JLC.
The watch is praised for its fresh take on a chronograph and its beautiful execution, making it a timepiece easy to fall in love with.
The black dial Duometre is particularly striking and is noted as a highly searched watch, alongside the Langematic anniversary edition.

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Cpt Scarlet

Dec 27, 2018

Is a great watch from JLC and it’s great that it gives you so much pleasure.

Cpt Scarlet

Dec 27, 2018

Every time I start to look for one, I get distracted 👀

KMII

Dec 27, 2018

And it’s certainly a watch to fall in love with. A fresh take on a chronograph and beautifully executed, too! Hope you continue enjoying it for many years 😊

KMII

Dec 27, 2018

And I hope your working on it bears fruit one day soon 😊

mahesh

Dec 27, 2018

Seriously a wonderful watch & it is sharper for 42mm. Today’s highest search includes this & the Langematic anniv edition ! Best, Mahesh.,

Luis6

Dec 27, 2018

should be even more tempted after seeing Nicolas' post. And I just couldn't help but share a photo or two of mine. Cheers, Luis

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