Jaeger-LeCoultre

A New Member Needs Some Advice

First off, let me take a moment to thank everyone on this board for helping me out on my education of fine timepieces. I am constantly in awe of how much is yet to be learned. All of you have helped make me make some great decisions on some great JLC pieces, but now I find myself torn and in need of help.

I am trying to build upon my collection of watches and have recently come across two pieces that I am really interested in, one is a JLC Grand Taille RDM in Platinum and the other is a Blancpain Leman Rattrapante in Steel. I can only afford one and I know they are completely different watches, but I just can't decide between the two. I have a vintage VC that I use for dressier occasions and also a vintage Pre Moon Omega Speedmaster so chronograph is covered as well. I just like the look of both the JLC and Blancpain, but wanted to ask all of you which watch you prefer as I can't seem to make up my mind.

I do own a JLC Master Calendar and an Amvox, so I have some JLC's and therefore thinking about a Blancpain. Tough decision for me.

Thank you for all of your help and I am glad I finally became a member.

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Normally I would go with JLC

By: mont : March 6th, 2008-20:08

Welcome Here, Lagauvulin

By: amanico : March 6th, 2008-23:47

To answer your question, I'd go on the RDM... You alreday own 2 nice JLC, this RDM will make the perfect trio, with 3 pieces that get some true JLC DNA. I' even think about completing this trio by a Reverso, as it's also an iconic watch...LOL Best, and lo...

Re: Advise

By: lagauvulin16 : March 7th, 2008-07:59

Nicolas, Thank you and excellent advise. I don't think you can ever go wrong with a Reverso, such a classic watch. Truth be told, I am not sure I would have much use for a Rattrapante, just looks cool. I think the Reverso RDM is the wise choice. I look fo...

Wise, I don't know

By: amanico : March 7th, 2008-08:06

I'm not sure if this is entirely relevant, but I thought I'd pass it . . .

By: Dr No : March 8th, 2008-10:03

. . . along anyways: rattrapantes are easily damaged if incorrectly operated, so if the particular watches you're considering are second hand, you might want to pay special attention to the Blancpain before committing your money. Cordially, Art

Completely relevant....

By: lagauvulin16 : March 8th, 2008-11:20

Art, You make an excellent point. I ended up talking to my AD about both watches as he is a dealer fro both Blancpain and JLC and he told he that he would never sell me a Blancpain since he has seen so many come in for service. He mentioned actually exact...

Nice and wise choice, Lagauvulin

By: amanico : March 8th, 2008-11:50

It's a beautiful Reverso! You' ll love the combo Ruthenium dial/ Platinum case!!! Please post some pics ASAP! Best. Nicolas

Re: Wise Choice

By: lagauvulin16 : March 8th, 2008-13:54

Nicolas, Thank you for helping me make this choice. At the end, I guess it was not that hard, but unfortunately I struggled with it. I feel really good about it now though. I am scheduled to pick it up on Friday, which is going to make this a long week of...

My pleasure!

By: amanico : March 8th, 2008-14:05

Lagauvulin, as you spoke about the ruthenium dialed Platinum Reversos

By: amanico : March 12th, 2008-00:36

Here's a Wrist Shot to help you to make your mind. Best. nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2008-03-12 00:37:03...

Re: Ruthenium

By: lagauvulin16 : March 12th, 2008-14:36

Nicolas, That is absolutely stunning! What a beautiful picture. The watch that was being held for me that I am scheduled to pick-up on Friday is the RDM as I mentioned, maybe from 2002 or 2003 or so. I have been trying to do as much research on the watch,...

Utkarsh

By: amanico : March 12th, 2008-14:44

Nobody can tell you what you have to do, except your heart... I think that in a nice collection, a piece like this Reverso RDM has a place in it, as ity's a classic, nad a dressy watch, and everybody who is a bit watchnut needs a classic dressy piece in h...

Nicolas..

By: lagauvulin16 : March 12th, 2008-15:22

Sage advice as always. I have been looking for a Platinum Reverso that "spoke" to me for over two years now and in that time I have tried on many dozens in different materials and with different complications to find the one that just hit me. Of course I ...

Thanks, my friend, and yes, enjoy!

By: amanico : March 12th, 2008-23:07

Don't forget to post pics of your new baby! Best. Nicolas

Re: Thanks

By: lagauvulin16 : March 14th, 2008-23:48