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May 22, 2018,19:26 PM
 

Since some seem to be asking about watches we would like to see recreated or revisited, I would like to see a 2019 new vision of the JLC Master Compressor Memovox, although the original version from 2003, only 15 years ago, does not seem dated when I look at pics from the wide world web, reproduced here. Do any members own this or have they owned it and since let it go? I'd like to hear some personal perspectives on it. It does appeal to me. I could buy one used of course, but I keep hoping JLC will unveil a new modern sport watch with alarm and with new movement. Would others like it as well?






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I remember mine very well. I let it go.

 
 By: Bill : May 22nd, 2018-19:35
The Jaeger Lecoultre Dualmatic. It was a very handsome watch. It was a big boy too. ...  

I still like my JLC MCC

 
 By: vitalsigns : May 22nd, 2018-19:43
Here on a gray strap w/ red stitching and perched on a sculpture. ...  

It's pretty close to a perfect daily watch.

 
 By: Tim_M : May 22nd, 2018-19:45
The 41.5mm size works for most; the steel case is versatile and tough; the lume is abundant enough to work well; the alarm is a friendly complication with many uses. Also, with an internal dive bezel and locking crowns, the watch is suitable for light-dut... 

Definitely towards the top of my shopping list...

 
 By: KMII : May 22nd, 2018-21:31
In exactly the combination you’ve shown - with the honey coloured calf strap 👍🏻

I had one some years back and initially loved it...

 
 By: kev09 : May 22nd, 2018-23:53
...but unfortunately the compressor crowns spoiled it for me. I have a quite thin wrist and although the size of the watch wasn’t a problem, the crowns stuck into the back of my hand and soon became annoying. I also found them fiddly to use. Great watch b... 

I loved it since it was unveiled. And got it a few months after. I let it go for the Amvox One Ti, in 2006. The pros? A very cool aesthetics, a modern Polaris, and a good size.

 
 By: amanico : May 23rd, 2018-00:57
It was the first Master Compressor, and the introduction of the Compressor Crown was an interesting solution, too. The Cons? The domed and engraved case back is not super comfortable, on the wrist. AND... The Cal 918 doesn't offer a quick set of the date,... 

Very interesting, Nicolas. I'm glad you still appreciate the MC Memovox. Do you still have the Amvox One Ti?

 
 By: remarque : May 23rd, 2018-20:16
Whereas the crowns are more conventional with the Amvox One, the case sizes are very similar, so they should wear about the same. Does the Amvox have a less domed caseback? I do prefer the dial of the MC Memovox. Your comment about the inconvenient non-qu...  

Well, as for me (and most of you know)...

 
 By: watchme : May 23rd, 2018-06:34
I think the Compressors were sexy beasts. The 41.5mm size is very wearable (but seemed large, at the time), and I was hoping for a 42 or 43mm re-launch, since the 46mm was too large for most wrists. The Polaris is nice, but IMO is a cheap substitute. -Dea... 

I still have mine...

 
 By: claes_t : May 23rd, 2018-10:13
It is a very nice watch and I love it! ...but I somehow feel it is somewhat fragile. I'm hanging on to it, but I don't consider it a daily... ...  

Thank you...

 
 By: claes_t : May 23rd, 2018-10:20
Your post made me happy. I feel this model is underestimated. The rich sound of the alarm truly fills me with joy and you can put it on leather, rubber or bracelet... It just works.