jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)
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JLC Atmos clocks
Recently there was a thread on the JLC Atmos clocks and Cazalea shared his experiences with 3 of them in his home, two belonging to him.
Incidentally I have been thinking of getting the basic JLC Atmos recently, the no frills version, just time.
Unfortunately what I read worries me a bit. One of my JLC collector friend in Singapore also told me it's not very accurate and sensitive to moves, children running around.
However another JLC collector friend of mine is very satisfied with his for the past few years
JLC Singapore told me the Atmos clock has to be on a flat surface and from time to time has to be adjusted (which is easy to do and anyone can do it at home).
Any owners with experiences to share on their JLC Atmos clocks? Many thanks in advance!
Cheers
Robin
This message has been edited by jrwong23 on 2016-05-01 16:06:31
JLC Atmos clocks
Recently there was a thread on the JLC Atmos clocks and Cazalea shared his experiences with 3 of them in his home, two belonging to him. Incidentally I have been thinking of getting the basic JLC Atmos recently, the no frills version, just time. Unfortuna...
The thing is that if it was never serviced, after some long years, it may...
Be problematic. Other than that, if you leave it on a flat surface, without moving it too often, it is not a problematic clock. Best, Nicolas
Thanks Nico for your inputs
I intend to get a brand new Atmos so should be on on servicing at least the first few years
Just the basic time only or the Moonphase
The Newson is too expensive ! I still have fears about the curious kids at home .... So also considering some wall clocks Which they can\'t reach . Cheers Robin
Here you are...
Correction: Walled since 1996. With the first wall of the building. Best, Nicolas ...
An Elegant Clock
I have a perpetual/moon phase model, and I love it. It has run constantly for ~8 years. It does "drift" over time; I ignore it unless it gets over +/- 7 minutes, largely self corrects. I have several clocks and appreciate that I don\'t have to wind this o...
Good points
The Atmos is really elegant looking and I also like that I don\'t have to wind it Thanks a lot for your feedback! Cheers Robin
I bought an Atmos from the 1950s...
... two years ago, since then it sits firm on a flat surface at home and it has been just astonishingly accurate. I managed to get it to +1 minute in a month, that\'s good enough for me ;-) Cheers Henrik
Wow that's very accurate Henrik!
Good to hear and you have a vintage Atmos at that Bravo. Thanks for your feedback Cheers Robin
I bought mine some 11 years ago.
it has been serviced twice. It works well but it's everything but accurate. Best Kari
Oh wow. Your sharing
Reminds me of one of my friend\'s who told me his Atmos has many issues on accuracy Thanks for the feedback Kari Cheers Robin
It's a nice decoration
but mine is not good enough to show the time. It was a JLC approved watchmaker who brought me the JLC wall stand and fixed it. Later he tried to adjust the watch but without great success. Anyhow, Atmos is a nice conversation piece when having guests. Bes...
I bought mine 7 years ago...
It sits on a shelf and has run constantly over those years. I haven't noticed any accuracy issues. ...
Great to hear!
Thanks Dave for your feedback! Your pic makes me think I should consider the Atmos perpetual moon as well Cheers Robin
Mine dates from 1954 and has been serviced 3 times so far
My Mum bought it in 1956. It endured the tropical weather of Africa (not a very good idea) and it needed to be serviced just after 2 years. It did not return to Africa and stayed in Europe where it got serviced only twice since then (basically one service...
Wow 2 generations of kids and several cats!
Great feedback thank you for sharing your ownership experiences Cheers Robin
Cats are more dangerous than kids
I still remember our cat sitting next to the Atmos and being mesmerized by the balance wheel. I had to grab her by the back and pull her out. I sprayed some pepper around the Atmos and she never dared doing it again.
All an Atmos needs is
a stable place, free from vibrations. A dedicated shelf might be a solution (there is one made in JLC available). A friend has it for decades, serviced once after some 20 years, and according to him, it de facto does not need adjusting - it is anough to s...
Thanks Petr for all your feedback
Very useful thank you I live in Singapore where it is summer all year round but the temperature difference between day and night should be able to charge it Cheers Robin
Atmos : Clock that lives on air
Hi Robin, great to see your interest in Atmos. Fascinated by its tag line "The Clock that lives on Air" made my decision to have it almost 8 yrs ago and its amazing as stated by other Purists. Just keep it a bit higher than kids reach. As long as you do n...
Fantastic pic Gautam!
Love yours with the moonphase. Thanks for sharing your feedback and story and picture Cheers Robin
Atmos
Left, purchased 2002 - service once - good time keeping Right , from early 60's - service once - running v well Can't go wrong with Atmos ! ...
Wow a great pair of JLC Atmos clocks you have!
Including a vintage one from the 60s. Happy to hear they are both running well. Thanks for sharing and I appreciate your feedback a lot Cheers Robin
I have two
Robin, Atmos clocks are often given as momentos of pivotal moments in your life; awards for services rendered; celebratory gifts. Not knowing this, I just bought the moon one on its visual appeal, about the same time as all these other Purists (who knew?)...
Great sharing Mike
Thank you very much for sharing your story and pics. Now the Moonphase version seems more appealing looks wise to me. I am considering the Atmos now amongst other wall Quartz clocks. The MBF spider doesn\'t work for my wife ! Yes for Atmos definitely look...
my Atmos clock is super awesome...
At my old house +/- 5mins over 6 mths for abt 3 years, Then we moved house (still in Singapore) with it since 1 year ago and the accuracy after my second attempt only is less than 1 second per days. I love my Atmos clock more than all my wrist watches in ...
Thanks bro!
I helped you add that picture you sent me. Next time let me help you check why can\'t you upload pics Your pic looks great! An Atmos amongst your nice drinks Thanks a lot for your feedback. Sounds like it has served you very well Cheers Robin
Nilo?
Robin, We only have one Atmos and I don\'t remember that I made a mention here. In any case, here\'s my experience: It\'s a clock that requires an oriental patience to settle and adjust but it\'s worth everything ($$$ and patience). Just to look the slow ...
Oops!! I meant Cazalea
When I typed Nilo by mistake lol! Sorry sorry Thanks for your inputs and feedback Nilo. Indeed I like the Atmos but am concerned about Time and $$ maintaining it.
Mine is easy to own
I've had my Atmos Classique for about five years from new. It's remarkably accurate once settled and adjusted. It does need to be sited on a stable surface and leveled using the spirit bubble. Once you've done this I only need to correct it once or twice ...