Tim_M
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In truth, this model is rather anodyne
The 1958 Geophysic was an inspired clean-sheet design and perfectly proportioned for a 35mm watch. The new Geophysic True Second seems too large for its dial and case details. What seemed ideal in 35mm does not feel as warm or charming in 40mm - at least from my perspective. The three-hand watch category is a crowded one, and legendary name aside, the Geophysic True Second struggles to compete in this crowded class. For this style of watch, I believe that the black dial Master Control and the new sector dial Master Control offer stronger aesthetics than the Geophysic TS, and both are reasonably priced.
I would advise seeking a Geophysic Universal time in steel - pre-owned to match the price of the standard model - as the modern Geophysic to own. It's more handsome, original, and distinctive, plus you gain functionality. It's a good value new, but it's also so recent that even "used" examples can be found almost untouched for good value.
Best,
Tim
Have been thinking about the JLC Geophysic True Second for my next JLC.
But for some reason there is not a lot of love or attention given to that model on this forum (unless I have formed a mistaken impression). Any owners out there? I’d really appreciate some comments, etc. cheers
In truth, this model is rather anodyne
The 1958 Geophysic was an inspired clean-sheet design and perfectly proportioned for a 35mm watch. The new Geophysic True Second seems too large for its dial and case details. What seemed ideal in 35mm does not feel as warm or charming in 40mm - at least ...
Nice watch but!
Hi Tim, We I am not an expert in watches but I have the JLC universal time and the re-edition of the 1958 geophysic watch that is not a true second. I can tell you that I chose the universal time because it was an innovation to have a true second( I know ...
These are just my opinions
I'm not an expert in watches, either. The Tribute to 1958 was handled more delicately than the True Second. Its proportions and details do make a difference, and many will consider it a cleaner effort than any Master Control with a date or the True Second...
Sorry Tim
Hi Tim I thought I was answering the person who wrote the post. I agree 100%with you concerning the feel and design of the geophysic 1958. And agree also that the true second is an anodyne watch altogether! Best, Samer
Thanks Samer.
Appreciate your thoughts! The tribute to 1958 LE is not really to my taste (I got to trial the prototype at an JLC Dinner). The True Second holds my interest. Cheers
If you love it go for it!
Hi! The taste is watches is so personal. If the true second holds your interest go for it! It’s a very innovative watch, the mechanism is superbe. And it can fool lots of people on wether it is a quartz or an automatic! I won a few bets on it😉! Wish you t...
No problems with the size but ...
The "true second" annoys me a little bit. I prefer the seconds "hovering" over the dial. Cheers, Nilo
I reviewed that watch which I quite well know, so I will share my feelings here...
Is it a good watch? Certainly. It has a good horological value, its movement is a great one, the Cal 770 is very nice looking. The name on the dial is an issue, for me. Call it Geomatic, and I am in. Call it Geophysic, and I scratch my head. This is an in...
+1 on that notion & assessment !.. The Geophysic UT is simply a terrific watch.. :))
.. and excellent value, even if pre-owned. I truly love this vivid blue dial with the continents, Cities + movmt ! I wear mine quite a lot, from fancy evening to casual blue look.. Cheers & Best, hs
I am really in line with your opinion on that watch.
Only to me 'geophysic' is less of a problem. I don't see it as comparable to the original one. To me it has the same DNA: technical, accurate. But with today's technology. As said somewhere else, it is on my top 3 reachable watches. If you like it, get it...
Aboslutely agree with you Nicolas. May be it is not an important issue that of naming a watch, but I feel that...
... the Geophysic name should be left only to the Tribute to the Model of 1958 introduced a few years ago which is a watch I love so much, you know. Why use same name of a classic of the past for a model that originaly never existed? JLC could have named ...
Not an owner but have tried it on a several times. It's grown on me. Sober charm is the name of the game I think. It's clean, and to me it would fit well in a design/architecture work setting. The UTT does tend to eclipse it.
Both true seconds are stronger offers than the Trubute to 1958 for me.
It’s really grown on me.
I’ve had one for a year now and really love it. I feel like it fills a great slot for me, owning mainly sport watches. It really can do double duty as a dressier watch but looks great with jeans as well. The thickness of the case is a plus for me as it fe...
Good one!
Thank you for this. It’s really growing on me as well. Date window bothers me but even that is ok. Appreciate your owner’s comments.
This watch just feels right to me.
Spend some time with it on your wrist. That’s when it really surprised me. The date window doesn’t bother me at all but that’s always a point of contention. Currently running at about +1/week after about a year.
That is fantastic!
Actually my omega Seamaster 300m with the coaxial runs about 3secs/week as well which is insane!
I am a owner
Yeah, not a popular model in this forum or anywhere for that matter because it really is very plain looking watch. In fact, it looks really dull compare with my other attention grabbing APs, Rolex or Pateks or even JLC's own Duometre. There is no brightly...
Nicely written, and I agree with your thesis here.
It is understated. Only the essentials (though could omit the date). It is about substance and not flashiness (in the ethos of the Geophysic). The casual observer will mistake it for something else entirely. Only the wearer and other select few will appre...
That’s great. Thank you for putting your thoughts in writing.
That’s exactly how my own thinking is running. This watch is REALLY calling to me now. Cheers
Well said!
So much to admire about the simplicity of design combined with the high level of watchmaking.