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Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second vs Omega Seamaster 1948.
A dilemma arose. Like both, but you need to choose only one: the practicality of antimagnetic caliber or dead second.
What to add to the collection?
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Hs111's multi-year quest for a vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre E159 culminates. Discover its charm, dial details, and community insights on this rare JLC.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second vs Omega Seamaster 1948.
A dilemma arose. Like both, but you need to choose only one: the practicality of antimagnetic caliber or dead second. What to add to the collection? ...
I find the Omega's case to be rather inelegant compared to the JLC's case.
Do not prefer the date on the JLC. But the real deal-breaker is the Omega's short hour hand. I would definitely go JLC in this case. The dead seconds complication and the nicely decorated movement is a good bonus.
Pretty good question
I am on the fence w the Omega tiny hands... even though they are true to history... they look too small here... and I generally don't like Omega's advertising w celebrities, etc... feels very phony to me... but who can argue w Omega in general? Not sure w...
Seeing your arguments, are you sure the JLC is not antimagnetic enough?
Between the two, JLC without a doubt. I have often been tempted by Omega but I have always been scared of ending up being bored with one. They are rather common as well (although not this model), and for me this is also a no-go. Good luck in your hunt! Be...