Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Réveil Q163842A

nilomis · 2017-01-23T09:25:44Z

Explore the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Réveil (ref. 149.8.95), a unique perpetual calendar with a vibrating alarm. Discover its features, production, and collector insights.

Nilomis seeks community insights on a recent acquisition, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Réveil. This post explores the watch's intricate complications and market presence, inviting collectors to share their knowledge and experiences with this sophisticated timepiece. The discussion provides valuable context for understanding this unique JLC reference.

Team,

This is the watch (pictures from my watchmaker. great watchmaker, terrible photographer).

1) I understood that it's a combination of a perpetual with a Memovox (that also has the vibrating option). Correct?

2) Production around 2010?

3) Limited? Rare?

If it's a dud, it's now mine. Couldn't resist.

Thanks,

Nilo

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The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Réveil (ref. 149.8.95 or Q163842A) combines a perpetual calendar with a 'smart alarm' feature, offering both a traditional ring and a vibrating option, a cool and innovative complication.
The steel version of the Master Grande Réveil is not a limited edition and is not particularly rare, though its production ceased some years prior to 2017.
Despite its weight and thickness, the Master Grande Réveil is enjoyable to wear, especially when the strap is worn tightly.
The Master Grande Réveil was the first JLC watch to feature the 'Vibrate/Alarm' setting, which allowed for a muted alarm function.
Some owners found the legibility of the Master Grande Réveil to be poor in low-light conditions due to the lack of contrast with the main hands, leading to a decision to sell the watch.
The Master Grande Réveil is considered a favorite by some collectors due to its useful complications and appealing dimensions, though finding one at an attractive pre-owned price can be challenging.

The Discussion

VintageAlex (aka AlexKontiki)

Jan 23, 2017

Wow, it\'s... It\'s just an amazingly beautiful watch, Nilo. Congrats. All the best, always. Alex

Alkiro1

Jan 23, 2017

Congratulations for your new Jaeger. When I was younger, this Jaeger was my ultimate dream. Nevertheless, it was a little bit too big and thick for my chicken wrist ;-) You\'re absolutely right about your first point. The Master Grand Réveil (ref. 149.8.95 or Q163842A) is a combination between a perpetual calendar and a smart alarm with the possibility to choose between a ring or a vibration (very cool "complication" from my point of view). About your second point, I\'m sure the production began

zabreg1 Mr White

Jan 23, 2017

It does vibrate or ring at a set time. Mine says hello. I don\'t know about limited, but they are rare in the wild. I believe mine was 2008-9 production.

vitalsigns

Jan 23, 2017

But big and thick, very thick. Looking forward to your wrist shots. Cheers, John

zabreg1 Mr White

Jan 23, 2017

I wear it rarely but I love that watch.

Bill

Jan 23, 2017

It does not get much wrist time but each it is fun. I wear the strap tight and it takes a few minutes to acclimate to the weight. Enjoy

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Réveil Q163842A

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