Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Jubilée Platinum

amanico · 2018-07-12T13:35:34Z

Explore the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Jubilée 39mm in platinum. Is this ultra-thin marvel a forgotten star? Community insights on its design, Caliber 849, and market reception.

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Amanico brings to light the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Jubilée, a platinum timepiece from 2013 that, despite its remarkable thinness and elegant design, seems to have slipped under the radar. He prompts the community to reconsider this watch's place among modern horological stars, highlighting its breathtaking profile and the substantial feel of its platinum case.

In 2013, Jaeger-Lecoultre unveiled a spectacular watch, the Master Ultra Thin Jubilée in a 39 mm platinum case, whose thinness was remarkable with a height of only 4, 05 mm, which is 0, 15 mm thinner than the Master Ultra Thin 34.

How can it be spectacular?

If I show you these 2 pictures, you will tell me that it is understated, hyper sober, austere, for some of us, serious... But spectacular?

The case back is not spectacular, as well. It has the good taste to not show the movement, the Cal 849, which is totally lost in such a " big " case.

But now, if I show you this picture...

Now we can say it is spectacular.

This profile is just breathtaking.

And the density of the platinum gives some pleasant consistence to the case.

To me, this " MUT 39 Jubilée " is one of the stars of our modern times. Surprisingly, we don't often discuss it. Forgotten?

Best,

Nicolas

Key Points from the Discussion

The preference for smaller, thinner watches is seen as a generational trend, with some collectors, like their fathers, valuing sophistication in a compact form factor. The MUT Jubilée is recognized as a stunning and remarkably made piece, especially for its side profile.
There is concern that JLC is neglecting its ultra-thin Caliber 849 movement, a hallmark of the brand's expertise in thin movements, with very few current models featuring it. This is viewed as a missed opportunity, as the 849 is a 'crown jewel' of JLC's production.
The watch's special design extends beyond its unique profile to include sharply cut curves, a distinctive 'paper' dial finish, elegant dial design, ideal dauphine hands, and the circular light play of the crystal edge, all contributing to its aesthetic appeal.
The perceived lack of 'hype' for JLC, even for magnificent watches like the Duometers and the MUT Jubilée, is suggested as a reason for its 'forgotten' status. The smaller movement within the 1907 case is noted, but the overall beauty and value are still appreciated.
Some collectors find the MUT 34 with its exhibition case back more interesting, as it showcases the movement, which is considered an important part of the watch. The Jubilée is appreciated by those who value 'under-the-radar' watches and technical achievement.
The technical achievement of thinness itself is considered a complication, highlighting the engineering prowess required to create such a slender timepiece.

The Discussion

Watch_kha_wen

Jul 12, 2018

Which is a shame in my opinion but also a generation thing I appears. My dad always told me that a sophisticated watch is a small and thin one - also more complicated to make I guess. Having a small wrist myself I have a huge preference for smaller and thinner watches as these are the only ones fitting me anyway...so back to the MUT jubilee I did see that one as a stunning piece and is remarkably made, simple enough but amazing when you look from a side view. Again a shame these types of watches

Alex25

Jul 12, 2018

I think the problem is not with the model that is gorgeous but with the brand. Unfortunately JLC fails to score hype points. The same picture remains with duometers and their other magnificent watches. As for 1907... One of the problems is that the movement is much smaller than the case. Apart from that this is a beautiful timepiece and quite a bargain (retail less than 14k). I would personally love to have one. Or any other JLC with caliber 849.

Horology75

Jul 12, 2018

When i got it First outing with the Mrs & the UT Yes I dropped it on the marble floor And back on the wrist

Watch_kha_wen

Jul 12, 2018

Not as thin as 4 mm but still thin and small enough compared to other names. Kev

jml_watches

Jul 12, 2018

As others have said - thinness is a complication too. Of the series I have a particular liking for the 34mm. Probably most to do with when I first got to appreciate JLC. Cheers JML

HaWei

Jul 13, 2018

I absolutely dont't understand why JLC neglects the marvelous calibre 849. In the product range of JLC on their website you justfind one watch (!) anymore with a squelette-version of caliber 849. For me this is nearly a shame, because JLC has been a specialist for ultra thin movementes since decades an there is no other movement in production now, that is really as thin as calibre 849. I own a MUT 34mm in steel and each time I wear it (mostly for formal occacions) I am happy and proud to own it.

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