JLC Master Compressor Memovox, ref: Q1708470
Hi All,
This is my post here on the site. I am new to the JLC watches and not familiar with them. Hope I can learn heaps about them here.
I have my eyes on JLC Master Compressor Memovox, ref. Q1708470. (See borrowed image)
I love the look, especially the alarm function of this watch. Can anyone please tell me more about this MC Memovox? Any onwers care to share their views and opinions? How reliable are JLC watches in general?
Thanks.
Hello Ultraman,
Welcome here, firstly!
Well, I will try to make it short, but complete.
1/ The MC Memovox was released first in 2002, and discontinuedin 2008, if I remember it well.
When it was released, some of its elements were clearly inspired by the Polaris, the internal bezel, the shape of the numbers and indexes, the volume of the watch ( 0,5 mm smaller, though ).
In fact, it was presented as the heir of the Polaris.
It houses the Caliber 918, which is very reliable and accurate.
The only little thing is that the date can't be set quickly, as you have to move the hands from 10 PM to 3 AM and backwards, to do so, and that you will sometimes hear the hammer of the alarm, after it rings, but to stop this noise, you just have to change the alael hour, and give it one or two turns.
I would say that these small things make the charm of this watch.
2/ As said, no problems with reliability.
My opinion?
Yes, it is indeed a watch to consider.
An advice; Ask you seller if the watc has recently be serviced, and if the water resistance has been checked.
I suppose that you consider having some water activities with it, and like with all diving watch, the water resistance has to be checked every year.
Best, and please, keep us updated!
Nicolas
thanks
Thanks for the warm welcome and response, Nicolas!
Feeling warm up to this MC Memovox, the more I reearched on it.
For a 21mm lug, there are not much choice of aftermarket straps available for it?
Any strapmaker will be happy to make one for you...
" Sur Mesure ".
Without any problems.
Aaah, JLC works with Camille Fournet, so they can ask for a special order.
If you're living close to the BH JLC Boutique, go there and ask for Seth.
He's THE man.
Best,
Nicolas
i.e. the same as e.g. that of Master Compressor Chrono
Hello...
Here's mine.
What's a nice timepiece.....
Hope you have one soon.
Awesome photo, Garfield!
If it is possible, you made that Memo look even better than it is!
respo
Garfield... THE Garfield of the good old Panerai Days?
Happy to hear you, after such a long time!
If you are not the Garfield I know, let me congratulate you for one of my absolute favourite JLC.
Best,
Nicolas
Hello Ultraman!
The MCM is a fantastic watch!
My go to watch, , my first Memovox love, my trustworthy beater!
Here are a few posts I wrote that give you a hint of HOW much I love this watch!
As for the strap question – JLC or any strap maker will be able to fix you up with what ever you need…
Best
Blomman