Vintage
Nicolas (amanico) brings to light a captivating vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox E 855 'Blue Scale' from the late 1960s, a reference celebrated for its distinctive aesthetic. His detailed photographs, captured at the JLC Heritage Gallery, offer a rare glimpse into this sublime timepiece, even noting a specific detail about its hands. This article delves into the nuances of this iconic alarm watch, exploring its design and the community's appreciation for its historical significance.
The Memovox E855 is a notable iteration within the Memovox family, recognized for its alarm complication and often associated with designs from the 1970s. This reference represents a period when Jaeger LeCoultre explored various aesthetic expressions for its alarm watches, appealing to collectors interested in the brand's mid-century output. It stands as an example of the Memovox's enduring appeal as a functional and distinctive timepiece.
This reference typically features a case, often in stainless steel, housing an automatic movement. The specific caliber, such as the K825 or 825, is known for its dual-crown system, one for time setting and winding, and the other for setting and winding the alarm function. The case diameter is commonly around 37mm, and it is fitted with a crystal, often acrylic, protecting a dial that frequently includes a rotating inner disc for the alarm setting.
For collectors, the Memovox E855 is valued for its mechanical alarm complication and its place in the lineage of Jaeger LeCoultre's alarm watches. Its variations in dial design and case materials offer diversity for those assembling a collection of Memovox models. The E855 appeals to enthusiasts who appreciate the brand's technical innovations and the distinct character of its alarm timepieces from this era.
this is one of the memovox watches that always hits me right in te heart, it would be great if they did a re-issue or something close.
Very Cool one ! The dial is stunning...very unique.
I personally find the sound of the alarm so ugly... Am I missing something? It sounds like my grandfather's JLC alarm travel clocks (one with black leather sheathing and the other, much smaller, with gilt metal and clous de Paris pattern), which I liked aesthetically but the sound of which I found very raw and unpleasant... (the photos come from the web, they're not mine, but they're so very close to my memories of these clocks)
Just spectacular, what a pity they fitted the wrong hands... ๐ฅ
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