Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris and Amvox Design Links
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris and Amvox Design Links

By amanico · Jun 8, 2009 · 35 replies
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Amanico's 2009 post, "An 'Air de Famille', or a link between the Past and the Present," masterfully illustrates Jaeger-LeCoultre's consistent design philosophy by comparing vintage Polaris models with modern Amvox and Master Compressor Memovox watches. His detailed visual analysis highlights how JLC respectfully integrates historical design codes into contemporary pieces, ensuring a cohesive brand identity across generations of timepieces.

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I fell on a pic which inspired me this post.

3 Polaris with 2 Amvox.



The inspiration is obvious.

Of course we have the same diameter, and quite the same thickness if we compare the Polaris and the Amvox I, as the Amvox I was presented as an Hommage ot the Polaris.

But the inspiration is also evident when you look at the Amvox II, which is 2 mm bigger in size, and a few more mm thicker, too.

The shape of the case and of the lugs are very close,

So are the case back, too:



And what to say about the dials?

Not look a like, but very inspired, don't you think?



Here a decent macro of the Amvox I:



If the Amvox I and the Polaris are Alarm Watches, the Amvox II is deeply different, as it is a Chrono, not an Alarm watch.



But even in its case, you have some common points:

An internal ring, which is not corresponding to an Alarm function, as, once again, the Amvox II doesn't have an Alarm Complication, but it was used as an esthetical code.



An internal bezel, which doesn't turn, but, as for the internal ring, it was used as a link to the family.





Same observations with the Amvox III:





Not only the dial, but also the hands do have something in common:

Have a look on this special Polaris which was one of the latest produced, for the Italian market...



Seems that this controversial version was used by JLC as an inspiration for the minute hand of the Amvox I and II, and for the Hour hand of the Amvox III.

Same close look if you consider the Master Compressor Memovox...



Here, the painted numbers and indexes have the same shape than on the Polaris 68, but the hands of the MC Memovox are close to those used on the Polaris 65.

And what to say about the latest Navy SEALs Alarm?:



Same Triangular Indexes, same Alarm Indexes and plain dots, Numbers inspired from the Polaris, even if bigger.



When the design and the History meet...

Funny, and interesting.

You can find quite a lot of other examples in the JLC History...

Among them, the first Reversos, with the more modern ones, with the GT case.

Or the Memovox E 855 Black dial with the more recent Master Memovox, and so on...

Even other brands are linked to their past, as PP with some Calatravas or World Time, VC with the Chronos, AP with the Royal Oaks, etc...

Most often, this link is a good thing, don't you think?

Looking forward to your views,

Best.

Nicolas

This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-06-08 23:11:56

This message has been edited by MTF on 2009-06-14 05:50:00

About the Jaeger LeCoultre Amvox2 Ref. AMVOX2

The Amvox2 represents Jaeger LeCoultre's approach to contemporary sports timing, offered here in the Steel Black series configuration. This 44mm reference positions itself as a substantial automatic chronograph within the Amvox2 collection, distinguished by its monochromatic steel and black dial treatment.

The 44mm steel case houses an automatic movement and features a black dial beneath sapphire crystal protection. Water resistance extends to 100 meters, while a fixed bezel completes the case architecture. The steel construction and automatic movement provide the mechanical foundation for this chronograph reference.

This Steel Black series Amvox2 appeals to collectors seeking a modern Jaeger LeCoultre sports chronograph with substantial wrist presence. The 44mm case diameter and black dial configuration offer a contemporary alternative within the Amvox2 range, providing automatic chronograph functionality in a steel sports watch format. The combination of size, materials, and dial treatment positions this reference for collectors focused on modern Jaeger LeCoultre sports complications.

Specifications

Caliber
Cal.751
Case
Steel
Diameter
44 mm
Dial
Black
Water Resist.
100m
Crystal
Sapphire crystal

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foullis
Jun 8, 2009

Yes, this is a nice way. Step by step, similar design, 100% tradition.

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dxboon
Jun 8, 2009

...that is apparent in the watches you've highlighted. There's a thoughtfulness to the choices JLC has made with the Polaris and Amvox in particular that I appreciate. They've kept the DNA of the vintage Polaris and reinterpreted it for our modern sensibilities in terms of materials, as an example. Overall, IMO these are just a great collection of watches! The only outlier for me is the Amvox III. Somehow, it just doesn't strike my fancy the way all the other watches you've pictured do. Thanks f

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time2tic
Jun 9, 2009

good design does not age, IMHO. seing this serie of pictures I can only dream of an Amvox 2 with the ceramic case of the amvox 3. Mister JLC, please...

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Vlk
Jun 9, 2009

I had a bad movement in the AD when I said "wow, you've got a new Tribute to Polaris" and he answered: "no, it's just an Amvox alarm"

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Ares501 - Mr Green
Jun 9, 2009

my pants are wet and not from Travarica LOL Great pic what a line up maybe RI in middle just to put some "lizard" colors in shades of grey ;0) All the best Damian

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respo
Jun 9, 2009

Excellent post, Nicolas. It is so interesting to see the alarms lined up in a row like that. I love the macros of the AMVOXi and the new Navy Seal. Just look at that dial on the AMVOX2 for instance. The details and layers are outstanding. The special Italian Polaris -- is that vintage or a re-issue? It looks to be in mint condition. I like the minute hand with the arrowed tip, as you noted, in common with the AMVOXi and the NSA. If it is a vintage Polaris, is that where the arrowed minute hand o

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