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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. When not on my wrist, I keep looking at pictures and wondering why there is no bond. IIt is a spellbinding watch to look at.

 However, yesterday in the boutique I tried on the Lunaire next to the Chrono....and suddenly I saw what the issue was. The Lunaire dial, in my humble view, is an excellent balance. The Chronograph, as beautiful as it is, is perhaps not as balanced on the dial. I think it is right that after a while, the dial becomes easy to read, but on the Lunaire there appears at least to me to be a much kinder balance. With that gorgeous black dial and blue moonphase offset, the dial is magical. Mesmerising indeed. For me,  a most beautiful watch. Having said that, when I put the retrograde on, there was a definite feeling of hairs standing on end....so not quite the same thrill as that but certainly a big thrill. 

I was hoping to sell a vintage piece that might have funded a purchase of this watch but alas is not to be. So, it goes on my list of watches that I want that need patience. Either patience or a 25% rise in teh equity market...hahahaha


I am not good at patience....but will need to be. 

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre a Quantieme Lunaire: the white gold black star!

 
By: Dje : May 31st, 2011-12:55
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! :)

 
By: blomman Mr Blue : May 31st, 2011-14:12
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.. :)

 
By: hs111 : May 31st, 2011-14:50
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... 

And it's not a Memovox!

 
By: Dje : June 3rd, 2011-10:30
Hi Blomman, It's not a Memovox, it's not for you! Cheers Dje

+1...

 
By: ocwatching : May 31st, 2011-14:27
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?

 
By: bjacknot : May 31st, 2011-15:50
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

 
By: Dje : June 3rd, 2011-10:35
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?

 
By: bjacknot : June 3rd, 2011-13:50
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.

 
By: amanico : June 7th, 2011-23:20
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...

 
By: Echi : May 31st, 2011-20:17
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....

 
By: moc : May 31st, 2011-21:56
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...

 
By: Echi : June 1st, 2011-00:36
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

 
By: Dje : June 3rd, 2011-10:47
nt This message has been edited by Dje on 2011-06-03 10:47:27

Watch of the year?

 
By: moc : May 31st, 2011-22:01
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...  

Love it!

 
By: Davo : June 1st, 2011-03:17
Never get tired of seeing pics of that lovely piece. Thanks, Dje!

Honestly, Jerome, I think you're right.

 
By: amanico : June 7th, 2011-14:59
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

 
By: DaMctosh : June 7th, 2011-16:39
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

 
By: Ambos : June 13th, 2011-06:25
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.

 
By: amanico : June 13th, 2011-06:50
I'm impatient to see your live pics and comments! Congratulations are in order, and in advance. Best, Nicolas.

Patience

 
By: Ambos : June 15th, 2011-09:57
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

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : August 5th, 2011-06:28
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.

 
By: amanico : August 5th, 2011-07:29
I know, Patience is not a fmailiar feeling for me, either. Best, Nicolas.

I can hear the brain cells click .. And the numbers tick..

 
By: hs111 : August 5th, 2011-09:00
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...