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Jaeger Lecoultre Amvox II Platinum, the coolest of the coolest, with a twist.
The Amvox II didn't receive the interest nor the passion it deserves. Yet.
But we are here to correct that. And to regret that Jaeger Lecoultre gave up with this kind of watches.
The twist, here? The platinum case, which is quite heavy. But this grey dial is really something.
Here on driving gloves...
Best,
Nicolas
Very nice Nico!
When I tried one on recently I was surprised that it wasn't as heavy as I was expecting. Certainly heavier than my titanium versions but not too heavy. More importantly, in the short time I tried it on, it felt pretty balanced with the deployant clasp and it didn't feel too top heavy. Am I right in saying that the parts of the case are a mix of platinum and titanium/steel?
You know I fully agree with your views on the Amvox 2 deserving more attention! I can only imagine that a large part of it is that newer collectors don't even know of the Amvox range, and those that do know of Amvox may be put off by the size and thickness - which is a bit unfair because they are pretty comfortable on the wrist. If the dial said "AP" or "RM" then that might help with their popularity too!
If something like the IWC ceramic 3705 can become a cult classic then I have hope that the Amvox range (particularly the Amvox 2) will become a sought-after classic as well, at some point, when the new collectors start to look beyond Rolex.
All the best,
Jon
I will check about the mix of metals of the case. But you are right, in some years it will gain its lettres de noblesse. I am pretty sure of that.
Agree on the underappreciated part.
Here’s my Titanium version of the original version. Such a cool watch that even today surprises people when they realize that ther are no pushers.
It’s a big watch, both in diameter and height, but that makes room for all the little details.
Claus
Super shots, Claus. Even some watchmakers are treating you like a fool when you say that it is a chronograph. " What, a Chronograph without pushers? Come on! ". :)))
Love this series
I just can't get along with cobranded content. No reason for aston (or any manufacturer) here ... could just be the jlc master racing or something creative. Turn it over and see the aston writing, not necessary IMO.
Great era for Jaeger,
Maybe one day they’ll come to their sense again.My one says hi.
