Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Memovox Black Cal. 914

amanico · 2019-07-08T23:27:35Z

Explore the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Memovox Black, Caliber 914. Discover its tritium dial, manual winding movement, and collector appeal.

Nicolas (amanico) showcases his Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Memovox Black, Caliber 914, sharing striking images and key details about this distinctive timepiece. He highlights its unique attributes as the only modern Memovox with a tritium dial option and a manual-winding movement visible through a sapphire case back, promising a full review soon.

I still have to find where I've put my review on this watch, but I wanted to share two pictures of this Black Memovox, with you.

This is the only modern Memovox which also came with a tritium dial ( some were fitted with luminova, too ).

And it is also the only modern Memovox to house a manual winding movement, with a see through case back.

We'll come back to this marvel, no worries.

Best,

Nicolas

Key Points from the Discussion

The watch's excellent condition and the presence of 'T dots' (tritium lume) are highly appreciated by collectors.
The touch of red on the seconds hand, the 36mm size, and the no-date dial are specific features that collectors find particularly appealing.
This reference is considered by many to be perfect due to its superb dial, lack of superfluous text, ideal size, manual wind movement, and useful complication.
The design of this Memovox, particularly the minute repeater's heel, is seen as an inspiration for later JLC models in the 2000s.
The black dial of this Master Control reference is particularly admired, with many feeling it 'ticks all the boxes' for a JLC enthusiast.

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xxn

Jul 9, 2019

this reference ticks all the boxes. There’s just something about jlc master control black dials👌🏻

kev09

Jul 9, 2019

...but this is one. To me, perfect in every way: superb dial; no superfluous text; good size; manual wind and a nice complication. I would love to own one. Regards Kev.

jml_watches

Jul 9, 2019

Very nice watch - but then I am biased even if it is only with super luminova! Cheers JML

Watcholic_id

Jul 9, 2019

today i learn something new, thanks for sharing the info & pics. pls do share a more thorough review regarding this ref cheers

watchme

Jul 9, 2019

clearly the inspiration to the laser-welded heel of the minute repeaters in the 2000s. -Dean

mahesh

Jul 9, 2019

love the touch of 'red' on the seconds hand, on top at 36mm & No-date - can't resist falling in love with this piece. looking forward to your write-up soon ! Best, mahesh.,

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Memovox Black Cal. 914

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