JLC - I believe all Extreme LAB watches are intended for extreme conditions of use.

I believe all Extreme LAB watches are intended for extreme conditions of use.

At least that is the idea and that is what the JLC marketing want us to believe.

F1 champion Jenson Button wearing an Extreme LAB 1

Stephane Schaffte wearing an extreme LAB 1 on mount Antoine LeCoultre.

Logically, if JLC were to make an Extreme LAB 3, it should also be designed for another type of harsh environment. What comes to mind is a super dive watch, with crazy depth rating and a mechanical depth gauge that can be used for the entire depth range. It should have unusual complications for a dive watch, such as a tide graph or even sun rise and sun set. I would love to see JLC takes on the equally extreme Blancpain X fathom.

Another option is for JLC to design a modern mechanical space/ moon/ Mars watch. Tough enough to survive all the shocks and extreme temperature differences, yet provide unthinkable complications such as a star chart that can be set anywhere in or outside of the world.

As for the case size and costs. I don’t think an Extreme LAB watch should be limited by these arbitrary factors. Let the design team runs wild, let form follow functions, let them have an unlimited R&D budget and see what they are capable of. This is what I would like to see for the next Extreme LAB watch. I can dream....

Best,
David

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Jaeger Lecoultre Master Compressor Extreme Lab One and Two. What about a Three?

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-04:36

The funny thing when you compare the Extreme Lab One and the Two, is that the most innovative watch is not the one you think it is... The One has a clear sporty look, even with its Tourbillon and its open dial. It looks less " technical " than the Two, wh...

The first time I saw the MEL1, I knew this would be the ultimate watch to get.

By: datograph : October 22nd, 2018-07:20

Dreams about Lab 3? Just a slightly smaller case with 42 mm at maximum and less than $35,000 MRSP... :‘D

With what kind of complications? [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-07:50

Considering the price...

By: datograph : October 22nd, 2018-08:16

... the same as in Lab 2.

30 to 40 K euros, then. Which seems fair IF we have something mechanically and technically original. [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-08:18

The thing with me is, that most times it's just the size. I have a very strict idea of the size for a specific watch.

By: datograph : October 22nd, 2018-08:26

For me, a watch has to be 37-42 mm in diameter, if not I give a fuck about it's beauty and rant all the time.

He he he... For a concept or for a sports / tool watch, 42 to 44 mm is ok, for me. When you try the Extreme Lab One on, you don't have the feeling it is 44 mm big. [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-08:32

No, thanks. Aesthetics, aesthetics, aesthetics...

By: datograph : October 22nd, 2018-08:40

In this matter I'm very conservative.

As for the ExtremeLab3 I would like to see a new "zero oil" watch with countdown digital display chronograph alarm diver. Best, Yannis

For sure, the Extreme Lab One is the true star. And a pretty elusive and expensive one. As for the Three, you read in my mind. ;) [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-08:17

I too would love to see a ExtremeLab3 with

By: cory : October 22nd, 2018-15:09

Zero oil, countdown digital display Chronograph and of course a epic tourbillon that can handle anything that is thrown at it... Smaller case size than the 1 and I too think we should let the design team run wild! I would rather it was hard for us to be a...

You are not afraid it would be a tad too much? [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-15:31

That’s the challenge!

By: cory : October 22nd, 2018-15:46

I do prefer the LAB1 over LAB2 and as you know very well I generally prefer complicated over simplicity when it comes to these LABs especially.

Yes, but too much is the enemy of good. Or we have a combination of complications which is consistent. [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-15:52

Ok, I’m sure there will be a new tourbillon in the new HM to keep my complex mind happy ;) [nt]

By: cory : October 22nd, 2018-16:01

If the new HM is a grande complication, then yes, it is mandatory. [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-23:49

We know it's a GC! [nt]

By: cory : October 23rd, 2018-00:43

:)))) [nt]

By: amanico : October 23rd, 2018-01:12

A GCC!? 😂 [nt]

By: cory : October 23rd, 2018-01:39

I believe all Extreme LAB watches are intended for extreme conditions of use.

By: DSF : October 22nd, 2018-11:59

I remember these two pictures very well, David. Funnily, we are several to think about a superlative dive watch! Something ala X Fathoms, but ala JC. You will tell me that the Pro Geo already does that.

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-13:48

So we'll need something a bit different though... Best, Nicolas

I somewhat miss the Extreme-Lab-Collection – it really showed the sophistication and capabilities of Jaeger-LeCoultre!

By: datograph : October 22nd, 2018-12:55

P.S.: I forgot to mention this in my early post.

Me too. I hope there will be a third opus. There are some nice things to play with... [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-13:46

I am definitely in for an EL3...

By: holdemchamp1225 : October 22nd, 2018-14:03

you know my choice when it comes to the EL1 and EL2 Nico. While I absolutely LOVE and appreciate the technology of the EL1 I prefer the functionality of the EL2 which I consider one of the best, if not the best, sports watches made. Nothing comes close to...

Thanks for your feedback, my friend. Why not associating a diving watch with a GMT and an alarm? [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-14:11

That was what I was trying to say. Probably the only thing JLC can do to improve the already amazing EL2 besides the zero oil tech [nt]

By: holdemchamp1225 : October 22nd, 2018-14:13

That would be fantastic. [nt]

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-14:18

Just thought of something Nico...

By: holdemchamp1225 : October 22nd, 2018-14:18

JLC has put an enormous amount of R&D in the EL1 and EL2. Just think if Richard Mille or AP produced a watch like the EL1 or EL2 and the exorbitant price it would command. We are actually lucky JLC has developed these watches since we can enjoy them for a...

Yes, but these costs would command a suite to the Extreme Lab Saga! This is the great interest and raison d'être of the Extreme Lab One. A laboratory watch for the production to come.

By: amanico : October 22nd, 2018-14:21

BUT other watches have to see the light, in hommage to the Lab One. They know how to do it. They have to do it, now. Best, Nicolas

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I believe all Extreme LAB watches are intended for extreme conditions of use.

Jaeger Lecoultre Master Compressor Extreme Lab One and Two. What about a Three?

The first time I saw the MEL1, I knew this would be the ultimate watch to get.

With what kind of complications? [nt]

Considering the price...

30 to 40 K euros, then. Which seems fair IF we have something mechanically and technically original. [nt]

The thing with me is, that most times it's just the size. I have a very strict idea of the size for a specific watch.

He he he... For a concept or for a sports / tool watch, 42 to 44 mm is ok, for me. When you try the Extreme Lab One on, you don't have the feeling it is 44 mm big. [nt]

No, thanks. Aesthetics, aesthetics, aesthetics...

And you are right! Why would we buy watches which don't please to us? [nt]

$$$ ;) [nt]

;) [nt]

Extreme Lab1.The most innovative watch from JLC in 21th century.

For sure, the Extreme Lab One is the true star. And a pretty elusive and expensive one. As for the Three, you read in my mind. ;) [nt]

I too would love to see a ExtremeLab3 with

You are not afraid it would be a tad too much? [nt]

That’s the challenge!

Yes, but too much is the enemy of good. Or we have a combination of complications which is consistent. [nt]

Ok, I’m sure there will be a new tourbillon in the new HM to keep my complex mind happy ;) [nt]

If the new HM is a grande complication, then yes, it is mandatory. [nt]

We know it's a GC! [nt]

:)))) [nt]

A GCC!? 😂 [nt]

I believe all Extreme LAB watches are intended for extreme conditions of use.

I remember these two pictures very well, David. Funnily, we are several to think about a superlative dive watch! Something ala X Fathoms, but ala JC. You will tell me that the Pro Geo already does that.

I somewhat miss the Extreme-Lab-Collection – it really showed the sophistication and capabilities of Jaeger-LeCoultre!

Me too. I hope there will be a third opus. There are some nice things to play with... [nt]

I am definitely in for an EL3...

Thanks for your feedback, my friend. Why not associating a diving watch with a GMT and an alarm? [nt]

That was what I was trying to say. Probably the only thing JLC can do to improve the already amazing EL2 besides the zero oil tech [nt]

That would be fantastic. [nt]

Just thought of something Nico...

Yes, but these costs would command a suite to the Extreme Lab Saga! This is the great interest and raison d'être of the Extreme Lab One. A laboratory watch for the production to come.

Let's hope they do in a BIG way [nt]

Same hopes here! [nt]

What about...

Why not, but a fresh looking one, like they did for the Minute Repeater. [nt]

Very advanced watches

A superlative alarm in a diver's watch. [nt]

I love your idea! 😍😍😍

I think an original and superlative alarm on 24 hours ( for once ) would be a great base of work... [nt]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 [nt]

Does anyone know the reason

I think it is only an element of design. [nt]