Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic E168 Vintage Review

amanico · 2012-06-12T13:13:10Z

Explore a vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic (Ref. E168) with detailed photos and collector insights. Discover its history, rarity, and why it's a grail watch.

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Amanico shares a series of captivating photographs of a vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic, a watch he considers an essential piece for any collector. His post highlights the exceptional condition of this particular reference, noting its correct plexy, radium dots, hands, dial, and case back.

I made a promise to myself, about a few watches, such as the Vintage Rolex GMT, the Vintage Fifty Fathoms, or the JLC Deep Sea Alarm, Memovox, Polaris, and ... Geophysic.

Each time I see one, I must try to take some photos, in order to, one day, make a compilation of them.

This time, the one I saw is certainly one of the nicest.

All is correct, on this one, from the plexy and the round radium dots, to the hands, dial and case back.

The only thing which is missing is the famous blue sticker, on the case back.

But the case is in superb condition, as well as the dial and hands, which is rarer.

Enjoy these few pictures, now:

Case number is 747 xxx, while movement number is 1 276 xxx.

Best to all of you, Geophysic Fans.

Nicolas.

Key Points from the Discussion

The Geophysic is hailed as an 'All-Time Great' and a 'Vintage grail' due to its pedigree, specific DNA, low-key appeal, unique balance, and fascinating history within the JLC family, not to mention its precise movement.
The author confirms that the featured Geophysic is indeed equipped with a plexy crystal, a detail that some collectors prefer for vintage reissues and tributes over sapphire glass.
The Geophysic was produced from 1958 to 1961, with approximately 1400 watches made across all metals (stainless steel, yellow gold, and rose gold), including 'De Luxe' versions without a soft iron dust cover.
A fellow collector expresses deep admiration for the Geophysic, crediting the author for introducing them to the model and now considering it a dream acquisition.
Another community member recalls being introduced to the Geophysic by the author in Paris, noting its 'magic' and attributing much of its appeal to the design of its hands.
The author emphasizes that even after owning a Geophysic for years, encountering another one remains a very special moment, urging others not to miss the opportunity if they find one.

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4Js

Jun 12, 2012

Just fabulous pix. Would love to add this one. I have nothing like it! Thanks for baiting the hook! Best, Joe

nilomis

Jun 12, 2012

Very nice balance between the dial and hands. How rare is this watch? any idea about production numbers and time frame? Thanks for the pics of this classic. Nilo

TdotBean

Jun 12, 2012

If I didn't know better I will this watch comes from the museum. Regard Tyler

Echi

Jun 12, 2012

Very beautiful. Hopefully with plexy... I think tributes and reissues (interchangeable, eh) should come with plexy/plastic glass. I'm thinking the group who buys into these things prefer it over sapphire. They should just use sapphire for MC type bread and butter series. But that's just me.

Sandgroper

Jun 12, 2012

you showed it to me in Paris. I didn't know this watch and had never heard of it...you know I am a neophyte in this sphere but when I saw it the first time I saw some magic in it. Don't know what it is but I am sure that the hands account for much of it. Kind regards from Down Under Francois

Subexplorer

Jun 13, 2012

... "Snow White" That would be a nice nick name for my own Geophysics... If I can find one! I´m in love with this JLC model! You are guilty my friend, as I didn´t know this model till you showed yours in some previous posts! I´ll need a lot of help from the Cosmos... to make it true my dreams! Best cordial regards, Tu amigo de las Pampas. Abel.

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