Echi
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Hi Jerome...
I'm a bit late in appreciating the duometre. A couple of questions and I'm not sure if it was asked before:
1) I can see the chrono hand, of course, but does it have a "total" counter?
2) If it doesn't have a "total" counter, what's the philosophy behind it? Of course, having a "total" counter somehow detracts from the "dreaminess" of this piece as adding one may make it look like a "tool" watch. but then, again, it does have a chrono function...
3) Why marry a lunar function with a chrono in this case? I think the lunar layout is fantastic and can be the main aesthetic feature here together with, of course, the time telling function 
4) Of course, when I see the back, and it is a very beautiful one with two power sources... I can almost understand why you'd want to throw in something that can take advantage of the tech... which is the chrono.
Thanks for indulging my naivete on this piece, Jerome.
A great report, definitely, on a great piece.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre a Quantieme Lunaire: the white gold black star!
Here is a watch you've already seen in the last weeks as Nicolas already presented it. You think you got enough? Not me! The launch of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre series a few years back was a striking event as the watch concept is really innovative and...
I agree Jerome – the dial is hypnotizing! :)
Can’t see enough of this watch! Thank you for sharing more of this marvel! A true Darth Vader… Sorry I can’t help you with a sale – it’s out of my reach… Best Blomman
Totally on board with you .. And this black Knight.. :)
Indeed, Dje - can relate to your dwellings and desire, especially since I had the pleasure to see and try it recently at the JLC Boutique in Paris.. There are so many details, which fascinate me, ( including a beautiful back, a surprisingly easy feel on t...
+1...
Special piece indeed Jerome! The more I look at this piece, the more I love it. However, I am still on the fence on the Foudroyante. Thanks for sharing!
Mono Galaxy but Duo-metre?
I am a huge fan of the Duometre line from JLC, and it makes perfect sense that this watch was developed with accuracy in mind. The chronograph complication demands varying power loads and the Duometre resolved this age-old dilemma. The accuracy of this wa...
Well
Hi, On the chronograph version or in the Quantieme Lunaire version it is the same interest. On the Duometre a Quantieme Lunaire one barrel is just for providing the best accuracy, while the other powers all indicators, so indicators don't mix up with accu...
Well well?
Well the lunar complication and the chronometer each draw a constant amount of energy, so if the watch is accurate, it will be accurate for each. If the only reason why this complication has two power sources is to move the hands, then I do not see any ga...
I agree that the Chronograph requires more energy than the Moonphase and the date.
BUT the goal here is to get an absolute precision with providing to the escapement one source of energy, one of the 2 barrels, while the other is dedicated to the moonphase, the date, but also the hour, minute, and second hands. It is a concept, here, as ...
Hi Jerome...
I'm a bit late in appreciating the duometre. A couple of questions and I'm not sure if it was asked before: 1) I can see the chrono hand, of course, but does it have a "total" counter? 2) If it doesn't have a "total" counter, what's the philosophy behind ...
Dear Echi,this is NOT a Chrono....
they look similar,especially in the WG versions but this is a lunar calendar with a special attention to Chronometrie. Zero reset on both hands,one of the 2 barrels feeds hours,minutes,seconds and calendar,the other just feeds the escapement,therefore a s...
Ack! Ok...
I knew I was going to step on a landmine when I asked those questions. I think I misread the chronograph statement by Jerome and that he meant the other one. Now with that out of the way... I'm appreciating more how the backside contributes to the front. ...
Indeed, thank you Moc! nt
nt This message has been edited by Dje on 2011-06-03 10:47:27
Watch of the year?
Yes Yes yes yes yes.....its a constant dream affair for me..... Main feature?the matt black dial changes colour so many times depending on light condition,just mesmerizing..... I agree its a fantastic watch.Thanks for the report. Mo...
Honestly, Jerome, I think you're right.
This white gold Duometre is my favourite watch, this year. But you already knew that, after all I wrote about it. Believe me, this is not the last time we'll read something about it, as I have something already ... Ready in the tube. Best, and thanks for ...
It sure is a beauty, Jerome
especially this white gold version as you said. I've seen it a few times but never got to hold it. One thought I have is whether the foudroyante is a little out of place spinning away on what is a "tranquil" classic face.
THE watch
Many thanks for sharing your thoughts and additional great pics! Never thougt I I would see the QL in WG with 'my' number... Asked my AD after SIHH whether he could get the 089 for me. As this Year's version is THE hot item, JLC could or did not cater for...
Excellent decision, Ambos.
I'm impatient to see your live pics and comments! Congratulations are in order, and in advance. Best, Nicolas.
Patience
Is needed! Had tough negotiations with my wife... Once I fulfilled my part I can go ahead. Knowing that I'll have the watch sooner or later just sweetens the waiting time... So please bear with me.
I was fortunate to have this on my wrist yesterday
I was very fortunate to be in the London boutique and tried it on along with the chrono. To be honest, I have had a weird relationship with the dumoetre. In the past, whenever I have tried on one of the duometre chronos I have left without forming a bond....
Wish you the best, my friend, in your hunt of the Q.L.
I know, Patience is not a fmailiar feeling for me, either. Best, Nicolas.
I can hear the brain cells click .. And the numbers tick..
After those marvellous reviews .. and some ( almost) sleepless nights, - well, I am still on hold with this one, as there have been several really very nice things popping up, here and there : Nevertheless: Had a VERY similar experience about 2 months ago...