JLC Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Enamel Guilloché

amanico · 2019-09-25T02:45:49Z

Compare Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Enamel Guilloché in blue vs. 'Chestnut' for Only Watch 2019. Which dial color do collectors prefer?

amanico presents a compelling comparison between two exquisite Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Enamel Guilloché watches: the blue version unveiled at SIHH 2019 and the unique 'Chestnut' dial created for the Only Watch 2019 auction. He invites the community to weigh in on their preference, highlighting the subtle yet significant impact of dial color on the overall aesthetic and perceived exclusivity of these technically identical white gold perpetual calendars.

I already posted this Jaeger Lecoultre, which will be part of the " Only Watch 2019 Edition " auction in November.

But I wonder which one you prefer, the enamel guilloché blue, unveiled at the SIHH this year,

or this enamel guilloché " Chestnut ".

Both versions have the same case, 39 mm big, 10, 44 mm high, in white gold, housing the same movement, the Cal 868A/2, with an improved power reserve of 70 hours.

So you got it, the only difference is the color of the dial and moon phase disc.

I must say that I prefer the Only Watch version, here, for two reasons: The Guilloché blue Enamel should have been reserved to one or two watches, not to 6 watches, which is too much in my opinion, and I find this " Chestnut " color magnificent.

What about you?

Best,

Nicolas

Key Points from the Discussion

One collector finds the blue dial too 'gaudy' and the guilloché rays on both watches to 'cheapen' them, expressing a strong dislike for both versions.
Several contributors express a strong preference for the 'Chestnut' dial, finding its rich, warm color 'magnificent' and 'yummie,' and appreciating its distinctiveness compared to the more common blue dials.
The blue dial is acknowledged as nice but potentially 'too bright and showy' for some, reinforcing the appeal of the more subdued chestnut.
A suggestion is made to see the 'Chestnut' dial color in the Master Control line without the guilloché, indicating an appreciation for the color itself beyond this specific model's design.

The Discussion

1WatchMan

Sep 25, 2019

Maybe I'm a bit tired of blue dials and more attracted by different ones. The chestnut looks really awesome!

mrds

Sep 25, 2019

Always had a soft spot for brown dials... The FPJ CS Havana and the Parmigiani Kalpa QP come to my mind. So, yes, this Chestnut looks yummie! Daniel

DarrenKats

Sep 25, 2019

The blue is very nice. But a bit too bright and showy for me. The chestnut is a rich, warm color. Too bad I'll never see it in person.

Ano Nuevo

Sep 25, 2019

The blue hits 12 on the 1-to-10 gaudy scale. Brown? Well, I like brown straps, but don’t like brown dials. The guilloché rays cheapen both watches, in my opinion. Hard pass on both. A grumpy A. N.

Echi

Sep 25, 2019

Come to think of it, would be interesting to see this dial color in the master control line sans the guilloche. I can imagine it on the master control, for example. But yeah, chestnut works.

Jurry

Sep 26, 2019

For me easy choice: blue. The chestnut is too dark for my taste

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