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Mark1958a provides an insightful first-hand review of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Geographic WorldTime, a limited edition boutique piece. His detailed comparison with other world time watches and personal observations on wearability and functionality offer valuable guidance for collectors considering this complication. This post highlights the practical considerations of owning a world time watch.
I was fortunate to get first aliquot of this limited edition boutique piece. I have been looking for a world time to add to my collection. I was considering the Richard Mille world time but the dial was tool large for me so i went with the RM 11-02 but another story. I considered the Vacheron Constantin Overseas world time. I like this piece but dial is not easy to read with 37 time zones. The new Breitling navitimer world time (not released yet), and JLC Geophysic. I like the geophysic but the fact I saw three of these and the quartz like seconds hand movement itself was not the issue but the fact that for some of the ticks -- did not line up precisely with the seconds marker and this would drive me nuts.. Ok that is me though. If that was not as issue for me, I would have gone with the Geophysic.
Here are some of my first comments-- the plus and minus issues as I see it. The watch comes with a leather strap but i purchased the bracelet as an extra. I prefer bracelets in general but wanted this as more of a sporty look. The watch with the bracelet is very comfortable. I have a small 6.4 in wrist and wears well. Not heavy by any means. I do like PR indicators on both manual and automatic. In reality the most important complication one can have after time and date. The dials are easy to read. Even the date is readable for the size of the dial. So good contrast. I like the DST markings as well. The 10'oclock crown moves the 24hr dial, city dial and small time dial at 6'oclock. The main crown in the 2 position moves the 24hr dial and the small time dial. To set the time by main crown you end up moving the two time dials, 24hr dial and city dial. The one negative is that the only way to use the two time dials as a true GMT is if you set the small dial to the local time and leave the main time dial as the home time. I would prefer the opposite scenario. You can set the two dials for two time zones as you wish but then the 24hr dial/city dials will not be set correctly. Minor issues -- The 5' end of the central seconds hand is a bit longer than i like. Overall i like this very much. Could easily be a daily wear piece. Happy to answer any questions.
About the Richard Mille Flyback Chronograph Felipe Massa Ref. RM011
The Richard Mille RM011 Flyback Chronograph Felipe Massa represents the brand's RM 011 series, distinguished by its flyback chronograph functionality within a 40mm case format. This reference was produced from 2007 to 2020, establishing it as a multi-year production model within Richard Mille's contemporary lineup.
The watch features a 40mm titanium case fitted with a fixed bezel and sapphire crystal. The skeletonized dial construction provides visibility of the internal components. The automatic RMAC1 caliber delivers 55 hours of power reserve, while water resistance extends to 50 meters. The timepiece is completed with a rubber strap.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking Richard Mille's flyback chronograph complications in a titanium construction. The 13-year production span from 2007 to 2020 makes examples readily available across different production periods. The 40mm case size and rubber strap configuration position this model for those prioritizing technical complications within Richard Mille's sports watch category.
Specifications
- Caliber
- RMAC1
- Case
- Titanium
- Diameter
- 40 mm
- Dial
- Skeletonized
- Water Resist.
- 50m
- Crystal
- Sapphire
About the Richard Mille Flyback Chronograph GMT Ref. RM011-02
The RM011-02 represents Richard Mille's Flyback Chronograph GMT within the RM 011 series. This reference combines flyback chronograph functionality with GMT complications in a 40mm titanium case configuration.
The watch features a titanium case measuring 40mm in diameter with a fixed bezel and sapphire crystal. The skeletonized dial reveals the automatic RMAC3 caliber beneath. Water resistance extends to 50 meters, while the movement provides 55 hours of power reserve. The watch is fitted with a rubber strap.
Produced from 2014 to 2020, the RM011-02 appeals to collectors seeking Richard Mille's approach to multi-complication sports watches. The titanium construction and skeletonized dial presentation align with contemporary preferences for technical visibility and lightweight materials in luxury sports chronographs.
Specifications
- Caliber
- RMAC3
- Case
- Titanium
- Diameter
- 40 mm
- Dial
- Skeletonized
- Water Resist.
- 50m
- Crystal
- Sapphire
Key Points from the Discussion
- The Polaris Geographic WorldTime is praised for its comfort on the wrist, even for smaller wrists, and its clear, readable dials, including the date and DST markings.
- The watch's functionality allows for setting the main time dial to local time and the smaller dial to home time, with the world time ring correctly reflecting the home time zone.
- The bracelet, while comfortable and nicely polished, uses push pins instead of screws for link adjustment, which is a minor drawback for some collectors.
- The Polaris Geographic is considered a strong contender against the Geophysic Universal Time, with its textured blue dial and world time complication offering a distinct appeal.
- Some collectors find the Geophysic UT's world map dial less readable due to hands vanishing against it, making the Polaris Geographic's legibility a key advantage.
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