Jaeger-LeCoultre

After so many years of hunt, I found it. To be honest, I didn't find it, a good friend of mine did it for me, which is one of the many evidences that this Community is great... And as a good thing never comes alone, another friend of mine found the Tribut...  

I'm very happy that you found some missing pieces of your (huge) puzzle. Best, Kari

What a great post to read on a Sunday. I am so happy for you. :) This is arguably the most sought after vintage JLC on the planet! You are a hunter extraordinaire and without much warning, makes a killing! Superb catch my friend and may you wear it in goo... 

The most sought after Vintage JLC? Certainly one of the most sought after, along with the very elusive DSA Europe ( how many did you see in the different collectors market? Me always never! ) the Geophysic, the Memovox WT ( Ref 3160 ) and the MARK 11 RAAF... 

You know you got good friends, when they search and find such rare models in pristine condition and offer it for you to grab instead of keeping it for themselves. That's all you really need end of the day....good friends and better yet if they love watche... 

:) What to say but some guys have all the luck :) my dear friend you made my Sunday more sunny Just one more request...picture of 65 +68+65 Tribute+68 Tribute ;) Best Damjan

The 2 TT Polaris + the 2 Original Polaris, then, the two Polaris II... I still miss one, the Red Pola II, but I promised to myself to find it within 12 months... ;) Best, my friend. Nicolas.

Hi Nicolas, First, huge congratulations for this purchase as I understand it has been a long endeavour and that you particularly appreciate this piece of history. Your review has been very educational to me and this is an exercise that should be made more... 

And to not hesitate to ask, in case of doubt. But we are not at the level of some Vintage Rolex or Omegas, here. We'll come back to some evolutions on the Polaris soon, my friend. Stay tuned, just stay tuned... Best, Nicolas

congrats on the watch!!

That's a very nice watch. Happy to see you get it back. Es precioso. Enjoy it, I know you will. Un abrazo. Vte :)

cant wait to see it for real...soon I hope Best Imran :)

As I own it for some 16 months, now... I grabbed it in London, and you were there! :) All the best, Alzeimran. :) :) :) Nicolas

a lost needle in the veritable haystack. there are no storm clouds brewing for you. cheers, elliot

Congratulations, Nicolas. What an impressive 'come-back' - and thank you for the additional background on the '65 Polaris. And your pictures are not too bad either...;-) Claus

I was enjoying it selfishly... ;) Thanks a lot, my friend. It was a long time since we didn't speak! Best, Nicolas

And some incredible sleuthing on your part. Do you think that the solid back on the '65 is due to the desire to make a more elegant diver or simply that it was a first attempt? Do the 16 holes allow for a louder alarm? Congrats again!

The first attempt was in 1963 with some 50 protos... So my guess here is that the first batch of definitive Polaris, in 65, came with this case back. Then came the holes... Yes, theorically, the holes allowed a beter propagation of the vibrations on the d... 

I am very pleased that you finally managed to complete the "Four of a kind" hand: Polaris '65, '68 and TTP '65 and '68. Following all the work you did (and shared) on this model, you deserve it! Your quest was also a hunt for information. Thank you for th... 

I don't know if I deserved it, but God, it is good to have it! ;) I compared my homework with the pictures I found here and there, and with the informations I could gather at the Heritage Department, and with Collectors. I also noticed that this Polaris 6... 

Like you, I prefer the 65 over the 68 (but not by much!) I can read the joy in your post and the special friends that came to help! Huge Congrats!

The 65 is more elegant undisputably, while the 68 looks more like a toolwatch. Both are brilliant and very desirable. Thanks for the kind words, my friend. Nicolas.

Love that last shot from your roof top. What a domb!...Almost as nice as my Speedmaster mondphase ;-) Best, -- Richard.

... I´m so happy for you my friend! Congrats for this addition to your stable, and for the "came back" of this watch. As usual, pictures and descriptions are impecable, and show in detail the secrets of this sought after model. I wish you will keep enjoyi... 

Yes, it is a big pleasure to see it added in the collection, after this very long hunt, and this great gesture from my friend. It was worth a post like this, for sure! Best, y un fuerte abrazo, Amligo. Nicolas

So happy that you found this one! You certainly deserve it in so many ways! May you enjoy it profoundly and show it off here frequently :) All the best Nikolaj

Be sure that these are not the last pictures you'll see of this watch. A watch that I own for 16 months ,actually, but that I have hidden to enjoy it selfishly. I have other pics I will post soon. All the best, Nicolas

As I know the story behind - it's with great joy I see this pair with you now! So happy for you, my friend! :) As for the hands - yes, both styles are shown in documents. Here is an example of the dauphin version. Another interesting point is the luminous...  

Something you can see on the official documents of this era. And you're right,, the story behind this watch makes it even nicer. All the best, and thank you, Blomman. Nicolas

Congratulations! This is a great reference post for those seeking a vintage Pola. Thank you! Well, I love the Polaris '65 and '68 as well as their Tributes. I could be happy, very happy, with any of them, but the '65 and TTP'65 remain dear to my heart. It... 

Yes, we can say that the Polaris 65 and its re edition are weird watches. I totally agree with that. Not the ultimate diving watch, but a lovly and very elegant one. No doubt we'll often discuss it and share somenew pics of it. Thank you for your input, m... 

my friend. Congratulations sir, this is a great watch and with so much meaning too. Wear it in the heart and on the wrist in good health, Best, Tim

Thanks for your kind comments. Stay tuned, I have a lot of new pics to post about it. Best, Nicolas

The Polaris is, IMHO, the grail of grails. Congratulations, Nilo

Along with the Geophysic, the Mark 11 RAAF, the Mark 7 Weems, the DSAs, and a few others... But what a pleasure to own, wear and fully enjoy this one! Best, my friend. Nicolas

Keep it well my friend. cheers PAt

So it rather is a superb addition in the collection than a come back. ;) A keeper. Best, Nicolas

You must have been like a good boy on christmas eve hahaha!!! Also, i can imagine you poring over all the details to ensure that you weren't dreaming and that your 65 is truly there right in front of you. Cool!

I had the time to check, re check and re re check the infiormations I gathered here and there, which is mandatory when it comes to Vintage watches, nothing being definitely engraved. ;) As for being a good boy, well, it depends. :) All the best and, thank... 

can't wait to see it in person. Cheers, Asi

If yes, well, we'll have another good opportunity to admire it together. ;) Best, Bijo. Nicolas

to your latest find. The fun is not always and only along the way, sometime the end itself is just as stunning. It is one of the more difficult vintage JLC to find but now you have it on your wrist - your heart can be serene again (at least till you next ... 

Now the question is to know which of my next quesst i will find, first. ... Best, and thanks! Nicolas

This saying came to my mind when reading your post, Nicolas. My sincere congratulations to your new old Polaris 65 which is a spectacularly clear and lovely tool watch and congratulations to your friend(s) who helped you finding it! Enjoy wearing (and kee... 

Congratulations on your new fine timepiece! Your knowledge of details is just incredible. I repeat- you are among the MAIN reasons that I use this website and fine it so useful! I did not know a 65 Polaris even existed! Your the best Nicolas! Enjoy your n... 

You made me think that I have a small something to post on the Rolex Forum... ;) Best, my friend. Nicolas.

... by an amazing collector. Thanks for sharing your journey with us, Nicolas. You are the quintessential Purist! - Scott

Amazing catch and brilliant review and comparison. ... I almost feel like starting a hunt myself ... But seems like a minefield too Best and have joy my friend Hans

A complete (and fascinating) history lesson in a brief message! Many congratuations on this conquest, Nicolas! Best, Gary

..... vintage year indeed. I think when you had many of your watches stolen, many people on this forum felt the pain that you felt. Not to the same degree, but there was empathy. This world is so often full of bad things....theft, deception, ill-feeling e... 

I don't know what to say, my friend. 2011 was a sh...y year on many grounds, but it was also an amazing year, due to the reaction of my friends. And you know you're part of that. So, a pudique Thank yo is the least I can do... Really. All the best, Mr Bar... 

I'm so happy for you! René, the envious ;)

Special watch Nicolas, for its hunt, for what it means to you, and for time and passion you gave her. I am very happy that YOU get such a catch Francois

under wraps for a long time...It is a very nice watch. You seem to have a knack for tracking down such pieces (with the help of your friends). It is a nice looking timepiece which you should enjoy for a much longer time! tempusfugit

But I enjoyed it selfishly, and a lot. ;) A keeper, for sure. This watch is much more than a watch , it is friendship. Best, and thanks for your comment, TF. Nicolas

What a great piece it is. With the help of your great friends from the community. To me, the 65 or TTP 65 are the biggest wannahaves... Enjoy it in good health! Cheers! Rik

The spirit has faithfully been preserved. Best, and thank you, Rik. Nicolas

a truely amazing nice ollections of polaris. Thanks for sharing

Most has been said above already, - so I just want to sincerely and full-heartedly congratulate you, dear master & friend !! :)) This Duo for you . I am sure is and will be again special and of a specific, yes iconic "symbolism" to you, (I would guess, au... 

You were one of the first to see it in the flesh, as I brought it with me in Vegas, during our IGOTT II. Hope to see you soon, and in the best of health, my friend. I miss you. Best, Nicolas

Congratulations. Your passion and love for the Polaris really comes through with your words and pictures. I love that a good friend helped. Thanks for telling us this story. It's a pleasurable one. Best wishes,

Unless the gesture is the cake, in this case... Thank you for reading and answering, emcquillan. Best! Nicolas.

... i still can recall your pain when hearing the stolen story happened in Geneva some time back. truly happy to hear this lovely Polaris back home with you :-) stefan

And thank you for having kept the secret as you saw it in Vegas, past year! ;) Best, Nicolas.

...and thank you for the wonderful post. The watch is a marvel....and your post so rich in detail, but simply a pleasure to read. I am sharing your pleasure of this important additon...and i can see that the rest of the PuristS do as well. Wear it in good... 

I suspect it is much more than a simple summer love. ;) Best, Nicolas