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Nice history lesson
Excellent post, Nicolas. It is so interesting to see the alarms lined up in a row like that. I love the macros of the AMVOXi and the new Navy Seal. Just look at that dial on the AMVOX2 for instance. The details and layers are outstanding.
The special Italian Polaris -- is that vintage or a re-issue? It looks to be in mint condition. I like the minute hand with the arrowed tip, as you noted, in common with the AMVOXi and the NSA. If it is a vintage Polaris, is that where the arrowed minute hand originated for these alarms? The loss of that arrowed minute hand in he latest editions of the A2 DBS is a big omission, IMHO, for the very reason that these photos illustrate.
BY the way, what is the inner ring on the AMVOXi called, the one with the "30"s on it? Is there an official term for it?
In any case, it is always fascinating to observe the common design elements that help to make up the brand's DNA, as you call it, present among watches and across watch lines within the brand from the same generation and even more interesting when you can trace back decades and still find some of these key design elements. It is a way of preserving the history of the brand and gives the modern day watches greater integrity.
Thanks for posting these wonderful comparative photos.
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An " Air de Famille ", or a link between the Past and the Present.
I fell on a pic which inspired me this post. 3 Polaris with 2 Amvox. The inspiration is obvious. Of course we have the same diameter, and quite the same thickness if we compare the Polaris and the Amvox I, as the Amvox I was presented as an Hommage ot the...
nice pictures, thanks
Yes, this is a nice way. Step by step, similar design, 100% tradition.
It always remains something from the past, Milan
And yes, it may be called..;Tradition. Thanks, my friend. Best, Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-06-10 08:10:02
I enjoy the design continuity...
...that is apparent in the watches you've highlighted. There's a thoughtfulness to the choices JLC has made with the Polaris and Amvox in particular that I appreciate. They've kept the DNA of the vintage Polaris and reinterpreted it for our modern sensibi...
That may explain the strong appeal of the Amvoxes, Daos
When you respect your roots, when there is no cheating, things are simple...They are excellent! You can't go wrong with such a golden rule. As for the Amvox III, I wouldn't be so severe. I saw it in the flesh for more than ten times, now, and the associat...
I have also tried on Daos....
and agree with Nicolas. Very nice sport watch. But, as Nicolas also said taste is very subjective Cheers
Don't get me wrong...
...the Amvox III is a handsome watch, but for my taste I prefer the individual components to the whole of the watch. Separately, I enjoy the openworked dial with its grid motif that serves to reinforce the car tie-in, and I like the GMT, AM/PM, and calend...
No, Daos
I don't think you're alone to think what you think on this Amvox III. When I posted several threads on this watch, I didn't feel the same enthusiasm for the A III, than for the A I or II. But I also think that there is a big gap in price between the I, II...
Also, the III has a design flaw
I agree that the III is less appealing than the I & II (despite being more expensive). Also, I see a big functional flaw due to design. Tourbillon watches are in theory meant to be accurate timepieces (i.e. chronometric timepieces). However, the 'open dia...
You are not the only one
to have noticed this "shortcoming." I have noticed it, too. Your point especially about the tourbillon is well taken. It is not such a big deal to me if the seconds hand comes close enough to the to the seconds track without "touching" it, just so long as...
Another interesting thing is in A3 the "arrow" hand is the longer minute hand
whereas it is the shorter hour hand in A1 and A2. Don't understand the logic of the change and appears anomalty to me.
Daos I don't.....
get you wrong as taste is subjective and there is no right or wrong in questions of taste. Moreover I agree with you and prefer the AMVOX II DBS and that the back of AMVOX III is outstanding- the black rotor is truly well designed Cheers
good design is worth pounds of gold ...
good design does not age, IMHO. seing this serie of pictures I can only dream of an Amvox 2 with the ceramic case of the amvox 3. Mister JLC, please...
I agree
I had a bad movement in the AD when I said "wow, you've got a new Tribute to Polaris" and he answered: "no, it's just an Amvox alarm"
LOL, vlk
That is a great compliment for each of these watches. The Amvox I compliments, IMO, the Polaris, and vice versa. Put them side by side, and you will check this theory very easily. Best, Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-06-10 08:19:1...
Because of your Air de Famille
my pants are wet and not from Travarica LOL Great pic what a line up maybe RI in middle just to put some "lizard" colors in shades of grey ;0) All the best Damian
As for the grey dial, Damian, wait a bit, I have a surprise
I prefer to warn you, my good friend... Stay away from the Travarica Bottle...Well, till I come to see you. Best, Nicolas
Hmmm if the grey warning
is what I fear it might be then it will be plenty to drink for :0)) & no warning is strong enough for that ONE ;0) Best Damian
Nice history lesson
Excellent post, Nicolas. It is so interesting to see the alarms lined up in a row like that. I love the macros of the AMVOXi and the new Navy Seal. Just look at that dial on the AMVOX2 for instance. The details and layers are outstanding. The special Ital...
Always interesting to dig out and discover how important are these links
Between Past and Present. As for yoyur questions: 1/ THe Italian Polaris is supposed to be a Vintage, according to the Team of the Heritage Gallery. It was a very short batch of watches limited to the Italian Market. But there also were some other Vintage...
What a family...
Thank you Nicolas for another interesting walk through JLC history and heritage. Prior to last Saturday I would look at your photos of the Pola family, past, present and future, with longing and anticipation. I now look at them with the satisfaction that ...
What a nice compliment, or outcome, Neil
To be proud of the watch we own, to feel, understand, and fully appreciate its own value. I love that idea...This Reality. Best, Nicolas
First of all....
What great pictures you take.... makes us think twice about posting pictures (well maybe not lol) You have a talent my friend! As far as a line up- what a great collection, very similar but different at the same time. I, as you know prefer the AmvoxII. I ...
Well, Pink Panther, I pray for the Memovox to come back
As I strongly consider it as a Cult Watch, from JLC. A bit likek the Calatrava for Patek. And I'm quite sure that JLC will re release it in a short future. It is unvadoidable, to me. Thanks for the nice words, my friend, but I'm lucky enough to have a nic...
Kewl post N!
I'd have to say, that besides my MCDC, you chose my fav. JLC's here. Esp. love the Amvox series... B well my friend, Matrix.
Aaah, Matrix, I knew you would love this post!
Tradition and modernity at its best! Thanks for the nice comments, Matrix! Best, Nicolas
Those lazy bastards at JLC!
They probably are laughing their eyes out know. Changing a little bit of this and a little bit of that; same movement, oh well slightly modified; make the price a lot higher, some limited editions and another cash cow is born. LOL just kidding. I really l...
Indeed, the recipee is excellent
It even gives some legitimity to the modern watches. Without speaking of Beauty and strengh of course! I wouldn't make an opposition between the Amvox I and the Polaris. I previously wrote it, to me, these 2 watches compliment each other. They enhance the...
"Alarming" evolution!...
It is wonderful to see the evolution through these pieces; somewhere in there you could also possibly include the non-sports iteration in the Master Control Memovox, couldn't you, and still see strong family lines in the alarm disc, numerals, indices and ...
pplater
You're absolutely right, we may play a wider game, and compare the Vintage Geomatic with the more recent Master Control, or the Vintage Memovox with the Master Reveil, the Original Reverso with the simpler modern one, and so on. And we'll always notice th...
I like the "Italian Polaris"
When will the NSA be delivered, anyone know? Thanks for the post!
Hi, Drehy,
The first Navy Seals Alarm have to land in October / November 2009. Best, Nicolas
Congrats Nico for this article and the impressive gathering.
I think that the Amvox III is maybe one of my fav JLC. Fr.Xavier
The choice of the " Champion " is very wide, FX
That's the good thing, indeed. We all have our Favourite, we defend them, love them, and it is always a great pleasure to see this kind of match! Best, and thanks, FX. Best, Nicolas