Jaeger-LeCoultre Mark XI RAAF: Vintage Military Watch

amanico · 2024-08-04T21:13:58Z

Explore the rare Jaeger-LeCoultre Mark 11 Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) watch. See detailed images of this historic military timepiece and its movement.

Nicolas (amanico) presents an exceptional Jaeger-LeCoultre Mark 11, specifically highlighting a rare Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) issued model. This post offers a detailed look at a significant military timepiece, providing invaluable visual documentation for collectors and enthusiasts interested in JLC's historical contributions to aviation watches. His contribution underscores the enduring appeal and historical importance of these purpose-built instruments.

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The original author, amanico, provided an additional image of the watch, crediting 'Classic Watch' for the visual. This further illustrates the watch's condition and unique characteristics.
Another contributor, India Whiskey Charlie, shared an additional image, likely of a similar or related Mark 11, enriching the visual context of the discussion.
This thread is primarily image-driven, with limited textual discussion beyond the initial post and image contributions.

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amanico

Aug 4, 2024

Thank you, Aquaracer.

aperna

Aug 4, 2024

Mon ami if this is yours,you are a very lucky man

jml_watches

Aug 4, 2024

I know it's a herresy - but that movement is worthy of a crystal case back!

But don't do it! Sometimes it's just enough to know! Cheers JML

amanico

Aug 4, 2024

I am in total agreement. Solid case back. Period. If you want to see the movement, you just have to open the case back. It is really worth it.

India Whiskey Charlie

Aug 4, 2024

Was the IWC Mark XI similar or almost identical?

amanico

Aug 4, 2024

Different movement.

Credit: Classic Watch.

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