Geophysic... That is a name which sounds like honey for every Jaeger-LeCoultre Fan. Let me fist sum in a few lines what was the Geophysic, to better understand the Tribute. Born in 1958 to celebrate the International Geophysic Year, made for scientists an...
Well, you caught me off guard with the SS cross hairs. I did not mention due to the embargo, but there was an error by JLC on their website. If you googled Jaeger and Geophysic, it brought you to a page which showed the RG and the Platinum. When the Puris...
But at least, the Boutiques which allowed ( ??? !!! ) their clients to take pictures of an internal document ( ! ) showed the Pt version, only... With some mistakes, such as a sapphire case back, for example... Best, and congratulations in advance! Nicola...
If you are referring to my original post, I did not post any pictures of the sapphire back . I was aware of the different metals and the production numbers. Cheers,dreamer
My initial thoughts are: - I would have preferred a manual movement. - I would have preferred a Chronometre instead of the name on the dial . - I would have preferred plexi. - I love the size, the dots on the inside of the crystal.. - Finally we see a bet...
I see as a minor problem... I am used to be without it on the back... ;) Then I am more bugged about the "GEOPHYSIC" on the dial... One big part of the Geophysic character and charm is the some what badly printed "CHRONOMETRE" on the dial... What I mean i...
No, more seriously, I tend to agree ith you, on that matter, but since it is not a Chronometer, it is not allowed to write this mention on the dial... And the Geomatic name was on the Geomatic dial... So, all in all... Best, Blomman. Nicolas
I would have much preferred a manual movement, yes. And Chronometer, even better... BUT maybe they gave it a fine adjustement? Best, my friend, and thanks for your input. Nicolas
Hi Nicolas, Tonight marks the end of several years of discussion. And the beginning of many others... :-) I'm quite happy with the outcome, as I see it as a very well balanced compromise between the ideal Tribute to Geophysique (but probably unsoldable, a...
We should pay an hommage to those who were involved in the JLC History, hence one of the goals of my article on the Chronometry... And to the Godfather who left JLC recently, too, of course. Those Tributes, and expecially the stainless steel one, could we...
As well as JLC After chronometry post this....what's next??? Screaming of joy already :) This is awesome Although I'm rose gold guy I must say that Pt tribute is best by margin in my eyes Splendid times ahead So you got No 7 Pt you Devil??? ;) :) Sincerel...
This is just a first spontanous response, as I have already read your post twice, and will re-read it soon, I am sure.. 1/ Many of us here have been hoping very much for a TT Geophysic, several had and will have reservations, a la " Why tamper with one of...
and the new buckle (at least to me) looks very good, but with an automatic movement it is a no go for me. It is just not what it was famous for. A missed opportunity in my point of view. Nico, thanks for the very nice coverage! Oliver
It's wonderful - a "wear anywhere" watch for dress or sport. I really feel that it's something special - a great balance and a beautiful watch. Regarding the dials, I wish they would have "kept" the crosshair for the platinum since it's the limited editio...
I would say both, as they are very, deeply different. I woud say stainless steel, if only one is possible, because it is a toolwatch. And it is more coherent to own a toolwatch in stainless steel than in platinum. But the platinum has a lot of charm, too....
But like Oliver said they missed the main trick of it being a chronometer.....I understand why, but if JLC couldn't pull one of those out of the bag with their phenomenal history nobody could. Thanks for the report Nico, Andy.
I am still waiting for a confirmation ( or an infirmation, or an information ;) ) but there might be an interesting detail here. Now, if you meant manual movement, I can't disagree with you. But as said, they would have to do a dedicated movement for this...
After your recent Chronometry post I was considering a new topic on the forum querying which of the vintage chronometers the forum participants would most like JLC to reissue. The Geophysic was my top pick! I think I will start working on some more wish-l...
A new old stock dial is very white... I will show you that a bit later... Too modern, the buckle? Well, this is a modern re intepretation of the Geophysic, rather than a re edition. In that sense, it is a good choice to FINALLY have a nice buckle, in my o...
Hi Have to say there's a lot to commend here, despite some of the reservations voiced. Think I'm relatively agnostic about those, but can understand them. It seems a most restrained piece - very much like the idea of the platinum version - think pretty mu...
Add a touch of character, and you have a superb cocktail. Despite the reserves, which are long discussed choices. Best, and thanks for your input, JML. Nicolas
As usual, a great presentation, amanico! I am not a tribute watch type of guy... And here again I actually think it would have been best to have left this legend of a watch alone. Or rather it would have been best to pay a real tribute to it. If not a par...
For a vintage Collector, or, let's say a lot of them, the originals are the originals, and the re editions / Tributes / Hommages, cannot compete with them. It is logical. Let's think about that in another way... The current Patek Chrono, the 5170, is, lik...
All good economical and rational arguments. I invite you to let your guts and your heart speak. I know you have lots of both. :-) Not your logical understanding of the way things currently work at JLC. For better or for worse. You know, other watch compan...
On both affordable watches ( a simple Reverso has one ) and of course on more expensive watches ( Duometres, for example ). But the Reverso manual movements have been massively produced, and the Duometre watches start at 30 K Euros. In between there is no...
I sense some emotions... JLC could have done better. I won't drive the knife deeper into the flesh. To issue a correct re-edition, worse a tribute watch is in my opinion mission impossible. Your know my passion for vintage Longines and my interest for Ome...
- automatic not manual? - 40mm instead of 34mm? - platin? - really chronometer? - 2014 no jubilee of 1958, nor is 2014 in any way significant for geophysics or science Does the mere design similarity of a dial (and even here are important differences) rea...
The original was 35 mm big, not 34 ( The De Luxe was 34 mm big, by the way ). The Tribute is 38, 5 mm big, not 40 mm. Automatic movement, on that point you are right. Sad, but at least, it SEEMS ( I need a confirmation on that point, that the specs are mu...
Your are right, I got the size wrong but my point and message still is valid: the TT is bigger, a lot in relative terms. And your point about platin: ok, also a precious metal, butnif there was no platin version in 1958, why doing one? Why not steel, RG a...
I would like to clarify though that whilst I do not like this TT, I do think JLC is one of the most innovative houses, investing in th future (see Duometre, Gyro etc). It was more a general comment as an observation (after Basel 2014)
Many thanks for bringing this to the community Nicholas. You have done much to promote the historical importance of the original, and I believe that without your efforts, this edition would have struggled to come to fruition. I find it a very interesting ...
First of all, thanks a lot for the presentation and the detailed review. About the watches, it is a matter of perspective. If we consider them as stand alone watches, they are nice. And more surprisingly, I find the SS and PG dial much nicer than the PT o...
That is nicely put, and that is so important! As for the manual movement, I too would have preferred it, more coherent with the history of the Watch. Or, at least, an automatic movement with soe chronometric virtues... Thanks for your input. Best, Nicolas...
First , as I told our dear Moderator and host, he is doing support marketing, which is on record here , what he tried to trivialize... with full full blow back within hours me thinks. Never ever on Richemont's pay roll. ;) Second , a watch that is hailed ...
In that sense, you never disappoint. ;) There is no reason to suspect me, by the way: Marketing support because I write an article on Chronometry, and several posts about the Geophysic trying to explain what is a Geophysic, and allowing our readers to com...
Provoking reaction can be done in a number of ways. Watches, like most other things in life, cannot be defined into "right or wrong". One person's taste will differ from another. Vive la difference. There are many things about this new Geophysic that comm...
it is a necessary evil to be played - to keep the balance. Proud would be a mental impulse - in this case not applying. Now it is -at least in my understanding- important if someone is paid for (regardless if cash or goods) to play a certain role, it shal...
So it seems you are NOT proud of your actions....that at least has some redeeming quality. Yet, on the other hand, you simply continue your actions as if they were justified. Baffling. A necessary evil is one that is there for the common good. Evaluating ...
test balloons is known to you, I assume. Your Rolex story is not my cup of tea, I even can't judge if a Sub is real or fake holding it in my hands. ;) Well, I guess I totally overestimated Richemont's marketing strategies. Now I stand there corrected and ...
Dear Baron, I fully agree with you that personal critics are not the right way to express a different opinion. But we live in a world which asks for more transparency. Regarding the relation between the JLC company (and/or Richemont) and this forum, do I ...
I am the Moderator of the Rolex forum. Whether Rolex sponsor the Rolex forum or not is something that is the responsibility of the PurisS management. Personally, I have no idea what happens in this respect. As Moderator, I am asked by management to give a...
A moderator never discusses business with the brand he moderates. It is not his role, his function, his business. We have an Executive Team who deals with believe it or not, but I don't even say if ,this year, JLC is one of our sponsors. Why? To keep our...
I was not questioning your personal integrity / passion but rather the economical background of brand forums in general. I only raised the question because some moderators claimed in the discussion that there was not financial relation at all. My (simple)...
... and I guess I can understand why people are curious about our independence. But as a fellow moderator let me make some additional comments from my perspective and experience over the last few years: ThePuristS was paid for by Thomas Mao from his own p...
At least my post leaded so some insights and answers. Good thing! And somehow re-establishs my believe marketing departments know their job. As for the unknown 'big collectors' they attend websites like this and come back with open questions via privat ch...
Is there any doubt of the dedication and commitment of the team that is here 24/7/365. Every word and every sentiment expressed is their personal and passionate view. Just step back and have a look at what a rich resource is presented by passionate member...
That's your rights. All of us (well, at least the great majority) are here because of our love in horology, so, discussing and giving opinions is the role the platform of this forum has been created for. This forum is not a place which has been designed t...
Well, Nicolas, we are on the alert, so you cannot fool us this time! Of course JLC would never take an off-the-peg movement and dress it up as an iconic watch - that is Hublot’s business conduct! ;-) Moreover a watch with an automatic movement would rathe...
Thanks for the report and historical background Nicolas, As expected and discussed previously, JLC finally relaunched the Geophysic.... It is not very surprising as they don't have much models left to which they could pay tribute :))) I dreamed of this wa...
Hi, I purposefully didn't read through the other comments before committing my thoughts to 'paper' (see below), but I can see that we are on the same 'page' with our views. Perhaps JLC will hear and one day come up with the Uber Chronometer we crave (and ...
That would have been great. A fusion ( even if I hate this term, to be honest ) between what is a Geophysic ( a macho case / an interesting movement / Chronometer and Amagnetic ) and some elements of modernity, horoligically speaking. I think there is som...
....on otherwise enjoyable Nico post: USS Nautilus visited the North Pole in August 1958. In his book, Nautilus 90 North , Commander Anderson describes being presented with a watch for his achievements (Though I don't recall any mention of style or brand....
Thanks so much for the excellent write up, history and comments on the place of the Geophysic tribute, Nico. It is a brave watch for JLC to reissue. Very hard to keep the vintage aficionados happy, but it will have an appeal to a modern audience who don't...
Now, if is all about the philosophy of the Geophysic, IF this movement is finely adjusted, then the philosophy is respected. I can't wait to have this information. Nonetheless, I find the idea to create a new manual movement, which would be used for furth...
haven't seen many like that in the current market. Successors to the 1016 and the original geophysic are what I have in mind. Milgauss, explorer 1, the ranger from tudor, maybe an omega or two come to mind, but that's about it. True there is panerai - but...
An icon for connoisseurs who don't care about its " relatively " small size ( I am very happy with its 35 mm case, to tell the truth ). The Tributes could have gone some steps above, I agree with the general comments, but at least, in my opinion, and acco...
I went to bed looking at a pix of all four watches as a set. The original, in its 35mm size is just perfect in all aspects. It stands out in the whole set. For those fortunate to own (or find) the original, our as our dear Blomman have both colors, then y...
not sure why it narrowly missed the mark for me. love the PT version. not so hot with the crosshairs. manual wind would have been preferred as the others have stated but to my not so discerning sensibilities, an auto is ok and understandable... but did i ...
The Geophysic is less famous than the Reverso and the Polaris. When you have a Reverso or a Polaris on the wrist, people notice it. When you have a Geophysic on the wrist, only Watch nuts notice it. That is a fact based on several years of tests. ;) No do...
i am the culprit that posted this JLC Boutique Experience - Edited as per forum rules. Not the Original poster's fault, to say all . I was not aware of the embargo ( SIHH was in january ) and i will never knowingly break forum rules. After reading Joe ( 4...
Putting a Watch Under embargo in an internal document is too challenging, if you want the secret to be kept. These last months proved that it was an impossible challenge. As I wrote, not your fault. Thanks for your input, my friend. Nicolas
wonderful reading first thing in the morning with a nice cafe;) The automatic mouvement doesn't perturb me at all, it's practical. I love all three but my heart swings between the SS and the Platinum...somewhat I think I'll go for the SS. Thank you again ...
After my first read-through, I adored these re-issues. After thinking on it a bit, I still like them quite a bit. I think JLC really nailed it on the case, dials, size, lugs, etc. etc. But, I must agree with some of the other posters here that the movemen...
Well, a mantra that resonate so much in my head lately and that make s me see things differently…much differently.. I am the last person to judge on Vintage watches or re/editions,tributes etc,but from what I can see and ponder for myself this is a big hu...
But what makes me laugh is to see Vacheron, since you quoted that brand, using an automatic movement for their Chronometre Royal, you know, this close JLC Geophysic cousin which housed the same manual movement, without anybody ( or almost ) being shocked ...
Points of view, as long as they are elaborated. It is a pleasure to have these discussions, which is the main reason we are HERE. All the best, my friend. Nicolas
That "geophysique" is not antimagnetic, is not a chronometer and is not manual wind (but actually, the first two points are even more important in the spirit of the Geophysique). That is definetly NOT a tribute, but an appealing design of a Master Control...
The CR started as a Pocket Watch, didn't it? The movement was manual, as well as the movement housed in the contemporary Geophysic, wasn't it? The movement of the VC and of the JLC was the same, better finished ( which was ont tough ,as the JLC was not fi...
the Crab Lugs had a 1072 coming from JLC identical to Audemars Piguet 2072, and that standard of finish was exclusive for the two high end brand. It is another glorious part of VC history, supplied by JLC. One can compare to the Geomatic in JLC part, grea...
Funny to imagine what we all would say if Rolex did a TT to the James Bond Large Crown Submariner, but with manual movement, not waterproof (cheaper!), and maybe in yellow gold. BUT! Same dial design and hands
Firstly, "....its like trying to excuse our cheating wife just because we love her so much." Well, yes, if you love you "excuse" or forgive, that's what love is all about, is it not? Secondly, you mention Vacheron, "What if Vacheron or GP payed tribute to...
I know people who will never forgive cheating…….It s not love we are questioning here but the act of someone we love… This watch ,however you want to re dress it ,is a complete failure for what it SHOULD represent,not for what it looks like,it s actually ...
an I agree with you, it is not love we are discussing here;) that would take a much longer post:) Personally I find this watch very nice, I will most likely acquire one. I love the dial and particularly the hands, it is a simple and somewhat elegant tool ...
As you know I'm not really a vintage connoisseur but I know what the Geophysic represents and means. This is a main novelty and I'm glad it looks very close to the original one. Very elegant with some unique style characteristics. A very nice move from JL...
I have a simple message to JLC...and I really do hope they read this. This message is regrettably not about the watch itself, but rather about the customer service surrounding the watch. I have collected JLC longer than any make of watch. My father collec...
...... 1) I was a definite buyer of the platinum...i had made that clear in my messages. Is this a good way to treat a defined buyer? OK, if i had been a journalist at some magazine, then maybe the approach is different. But to a customer who is committed...
Today, two weeks after I first contacted JLC, I received an email from Carolien Jame regarding my enquiry about the Geophysic. She acknowledged the email sent on Friday 4th, but said that the two telephone messages left on 2nd and 3rd....where i spoke wit...
I won't say that I am disappointed, because honestly I wasn't really expecting it would be any different. Cutting lots of corners to make a product that will sell, certainly quite profitably, is probably what made short term business sense. Geophysic was ...
Developments, in the Tribute line, or in other lines. For example, an " affordable Belle Horlogerie " segment, in between the Duometre and the Master Control families, would have interestingly welcomed some exciting new watches, with small complications. ...
I think that this "re edition" of a watch similar in looks to the Geophysic is very nice indeed. Now, perhaps it should have been called differently and not "Tribute To"?! But in the end it is anti magnetic and although not housing a manual movement, the ...
...the re-edition is not the so-called "bastardized" version of its predecessor. There are more ways to ruin a watch than to put a self-winding movement where a hand-winding movement belongs although the use of the latter would be welcomed more joyfully ....
Won´t talk about this reedition, but the idea that arised from reading most messages here. JLC didn´t consider it to be viable to develop a new relatively affordable manual movement. It must mean something about the future of mechanical watches. Of course...
...more heat than light. It's a watch , guys! Anyone would think that JFK had been exhumed and shot all over again! As a ... watch ... think about it: a great size; a good look; a variety of metals; a couple of aesthetic variations; prices to suit all poc...
Yes, far too much written on a very ordinary watch, because the expectations were high. At least for some more than others, it seems. With its the Geophysic tag this watch does actually pretend to be what it isn't and does not respect its inspiration. Her...
It took Mlle. Jame precisely two hours and seventeen minutes to respond to an email from Australia, complete with full details of the models, pricing and banking details for funds wire. What brand of deodorant do you use? :-) By the way: Mlle. Jame also a...
Just the mention of the numbers made: 800 for the SS, 300 for the RG and 58 for the Pt. But not numbered, I mean no mention of xx, xxx / 58, 300 or 800. Best, Nicolas
.. am with you, that this is some sort of disappointment. - Also when, interestingly so, on a pic of the back of the prototype, one finds the wording " Limited edition of XXX pieces " (?!).. - saw it on another website, also posting pics + report.. ( not ...
JLC hesitated between the Limited Production in a short batch and LE. If not numbered, it woul have been more coherent to opt for the Limited Production, indeed. But what I can confirm you is that JLC will not make more TT Geophysics than announced. That ...
.. without to re-iterate : -why making the engraving ( "LE for XXX pieces") on the backside ?.. Either way, we will have to live with that , - And again: Also a number is just a number- not more, not less A somewhat little itch it remains - but not the mo...
.. I nevertheless will be looking forward how all this is unfolding, after "the smoke" clears - or as pplater above said: ".. until chilled out".. Have a great WE for you & yours, Best, hs
looking forward to see one in flesh one day. For whatever watch the manufacture is making, it is never able to please all people while some will have critics which I think it is normal. As long as it is constructive, it is always otherwise, we do not see ...
Dear Nicolas, Thank you for such a wonderful intro and review to an iconic piece. I think we all agree that a hand wound calibre, a "real" chronometer, and less writing on the dial is actually more. (The affluence of written information on the dial seems ...
I wouldn't be surprised to see JLC digging the Geophysic theme, since you asked. I dare say that these Tributes to Geophysic are cool, I just regret that JLC missed an opportunity to make them great. I had the opportunity to wear them all for a couple of ...
When I first saw this Tribute, I was ready to call the AD as fast as I could! then the movement... zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. It's a rather hollow tribute IMHO. Thank you for your amazing report as always.
We are many here to have preferred a manual movement, Inside! Now, let's travel in time, and imagine that Watchprosite existed in 1958. We discover the original Geophysic, a new Watch, at that time. 1st, we would have MAYBE preferred an automatic movement...
This is my very first post and I am pushed to it because of this vital discussion about a really great watch. Thank you amanico for your interesting review, the nice pictures and also for your contribution concerning the highly-discussed question "automat...
It is a real pleasure and honor to read that this topic and these passionate discussions made you go out of the wood. Thanks for your elaborated input. Please read my answer to Mostel above your answer, there are very similar points of view between you an...
Thank you Nicolas, it is always a pleasure to read your reviews and articles and to look at these well made photos of beautiful JLC-Watches. I am sure I will participate in your discussions also on other occasions in the future. Nice to be here. Hans
Merci for such a wonderful write up! You're truly the lifeblood of this community. I really like this watch, and also remember you are particularly fond of its vintage. This one is surely on my horizon. Such an elegant, unpretentious watch that speaks vol...
I am very impressed by the passion this thread has invoked. I can appreciate the disappointment for the vintage aficianados. A cutting edge watch that has become well just a nice watch... contemporarily speaking not a mechanical marvel. Again, I sympathiz...
...we all have been waiting and waiting for the day of this reissued Geophysic to come! was so happy to see this day being come. however, it did come but the feeling has been mixed for me! as like most Geophysic fans, most striking issue to us is the auto...
Automatic movement. All the Geophysic fans are not accepting that, or at least have tough time accepting it. The automatic movement is quite accurate as I've received the comfirmation that it is within the - 1 / + 4 secs per day, which is better than the ...
I was thinking over your reply to me, Nicolas... Although it would be interesting to look back at the Geo w/ a Purists site in mind... decades ago... The reality is that the legend of the watch was built upon the movement's excellence and VISUAL BEAUTY! I...
I guess I'm a rather pedestrian collector of watches (despise the term, "collector", actually), but I'm excited about this watch. More importantly, I'm excited to WEAR this watch. It's simple, plain, classic, functional, versatile, timeless, and in today'...
Actually, I would not say that the TT Polaris has a too Advanced movement. It is auto, it is an alarm, both characteristics being shared with the Vintage. Now, I well understand your love for the TT Geophysic. A Watch I've worn for several hours, and whic...
Had JLC made the Geophysic exactly as before, we would not have such a big discussion on this piece. Rather, lots of "finally!' "love it!" comments but nothing of substance. It'll quickly be forgotten as the next new thing comes along. This much discussio...
excuse me if my comments are covered elsewhere in the responses, this thread is so long I seem unable to keep track of how much of it I have read! Like many observers, I think these watches look great, although I admit a good part of this must be the refe...
1/ No, JLC doesn't have a round manual movement with a centrale second, except the Duometre... 2/ There must be some NOS movements, but in too low quantity for even a short production. Now, you raise an important question: JLC can, or could have found a m...
.. of the lume dots for the TT Geophysic 1958: - I've come across some other reviews, that report the lume's positionings NOT on the inside of the glass, as mentioned here, but actually - on the surface of the inner bezel ! (?) That way it would also avoi...
.. have to be one with the lume dots, (if on inner glass).. Thx anyway for asking the Manuf - Hope I didn't bother you too much ! Was just a Q, out of curiosity, also.. Best, also for your week hs Shallow view: appears as on inner bezel , somehow (?) ...
.. Will be looking forward, of course - Nice.. - 6 to 7 months, though :) But there will be good times in-between, I trust. Thanks a lot again for the kind feedback, Best, hs