Jaeger-LeCoultre

I had the chance to cross the way of these 2 Black Beauties, today, at the JLC Boutique...

So, I took a series of pictures, but for the moment, just one which means a lot.

On the Left, the Duometre à Chronographe, in White Gold.

On the right, the Duometre à Quantième Lunaire, in White Gold, too.



When I first saw the Duometre à Q.L in Geneva, at the 2010 SIHH, I was very pleased by nthe watch, and deceived by the moonphase.

I'm still pleased, even more, with this black dial and the white metal case, and very nicely surprised by this moonphase.

A lot has to be said about this watch, these Black Beauties, so, I will work on my pics and on the text, and will come back, later.

Best,

Nicolas. This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-05-20 13:50:05

Very nice teaser Nicholas! Both really beautiful pieces.

Looking forward to seeing more, best my friend. Christian

I took several pictures to prepare one or two topics about them.

It just takes time, and if I have a moment, will try to take other pics of the Q.L only.

There is indeed a lot to say about these Duos!

Thanks for your nice words, Christian.

Best,

Nicolas.

.. and enjoy pictures and future text in anticipating sweet pain , but also joy !

Looking forward of course,

Thanks for this absolutely wonderful pic,
- contributing to a sleepless phase, where the knowledge
and the recent posst & encounters with other so pleasant (in part also black) pieces will be very good comfort
and perfect things to keep in mind !

Well - at least for the time being,

Dreams for the future- one day maybe ..

Thank you, my dark Lord aka Vlad,

best, hs

PS:
Thus - All great for NOW with lovely things ahead !

Something tells me  that you won't disagree with me...

Once you tasted the " dark side ", it is difficult to come back.

Best, my friend.

Coffee?

Best,

Nicolas

 

.. I consider myself, (un)fortunately.

Since seen this Dark Mysterious Lady,
- well and also in addition the Chrono in black,

- Yes, it's song can be very tempting,
definitely for me, BUT for the moment ..
- Peu de Patience ..

- Absolutely agree, my Lord, once tasted one
might be haunted, so powerful the spell.

And true, the more the humble knight looks on his own
lovely black troops, the more intense it might get.
In addition, the allure and the complexity to reflect
about its 'raison d'ėtre and concept, will augment
pleasure to at least think about it.

And finally - Cafė ? - Yes, anytime, as long as it
aids to some more Black Magic
( as in the recent pas, so pleasantly,
albeit on a bit a smaller, but very enjoyable scale).

Thus, I'll end my dwellings saying :

Black is Beautiful !!

Best,
hs
- aka 'Anakin' (or Luke)

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There's no shortage of movement decoration here, and these 2 pieces (I am told a particular expert) exceed ANYTHING PP or Lange have out....but you would know better Nicolas.

It's these pieces that I hope JLC will keep as slow-release, continually advertised, brand-building pieces - on the high side, and the EWC - for mid-level, and Reversos - on the lower level.

With the correct, continuous, targeted marketing, JLC could soon be accepted for its TRUE value by the watch-loving public at large (just ask Jean-Claude Biver).

-Dean

About the Duometre, I was told  ( in October 2009 ) that there were a few hundreds made ( à chronographe ), and my guess is that JLC wants to see this Duometre lasting quite a long time.

I don't see why it would be different for the Q.L which is a more " intellectual piece " than the Chronographe.

My dream is to see some " Entry level " belle horlogerie " at JLC.

For the moment, we are happy to  see the Cal 849 ( Master U.T  and the Cal 822 ( basic Reversos ) existing.

Nice movement, with an interesting level of decoration and finish for its category price.

I would love to see some more manual movements, with a superior degree of finish and decoration, not ala Dufour or Voutilainen, but well, you got my idea, ala Geophysic, let's say.

As for the Duometre, can't agree more with your opinion, I  sing its virtues since April 2007, and totally convinced and fan since the very beginning.

I don't see why JLC would be seen as inferior to PP or Lange with the Duometre, personally, except the fact that there is No PP name on the dial, which is pretty good as  the Duometre attracts true passionate of  fine horology, not snobs.

Could JLC be soon accepted for its true value?

Here is my personal opinion: JLC has already earned a lot of- more and more- sympathy, these last years, and starts to reach this " recognition " value, with such enthusiastic   masterpeices such as the Duometres, the Gyro I or II, the MMRs, and so on.

The Tribute To ... is also a good way to pay homage to the rich patrimony of the brand, and should prove, demonstrate  to all what JLC was able to do in terms of Innovation, at this time ( even if the competition was serious, but if you take all the watches they made in from the 30ies to the early 70ies, what other brand can say the same? ).

I think JLC is in the good path, sincerely.

Best, Dean.

Nicolas.

I love the watches. And, the good news, is that they are SO far out of my reach that I can thoroughly enjoy them without worrying about breaking the bank. That is because they are TOTALLY beyond my financial reach.

So, keep them coming Nicolas!

As a side note, your posting of things in the vintage area create a completely different reaction.

--Sancerre

Knowing that some Beauties exist, in this world, is already a feast.

Well, it is better if you can get it, true.

Pleasure is not a question of money: I can't afford an Aston, but each time I see one in the street, it makes my day.

As for the Vintage, yes, there are some great  alternatives, my friend.

Best,

Nicolas.

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Have I seen that before? Looks familiar and still my favorite of the two. Perhaps evnof the the line. And agree the moon phase is a improved on this one.

Best

Christian

I have to replace my Duometre à Chronographe in platinum, which  is part of the watches which have gone, sadly...

The Black sister could be a great alternative, for sure.

Unless I go  on the Q.L, or even better, on both.

Don't  really know which one is my favourite, I don't know if I can even say that one has to be my favourite, though.

They are so close and so different at the same time.

Hmm, if only we could have this kind of dilemma, and only this kind of dilemma, in Life, it would be  delicious dream, unless it is a Reality, or a fantasy...

Best, my friend.

Nicolas.

Will do it as soon as I have the time to work on them.

Best,

Nicolas.

Absolutely awesome picture of two stunning black beauties.

Interesting to note that the Chronographe is still available. The tough part is choosing one over another.

Wonderful executed but one thing that bugs me is the plate 'No xxx/200' on the dial side.

I am looking forward to more pics and text from you about these two Nicolas.

Best,

Goh

Rather than the LE number, which I don't care at all, or, better said, I would have preferred seeing that these 2 black are limited in production than in Edition.

But, for once, it is not a too high LE, which is a good thing.

Best, and thanks for your encouragements.

Nicolas.

and you composed the shot encompassing the two most interesting parts of the dial from both pieces...

Love the Chrono and admire the moonphase...ARGH..too bad my banker will not allow it!

Nice one counselor!

There are truly some very interesting things on these 2 black Beauties.

I'm often deceived by the moonphases, but here, I'm fascinated by its design, its feeling.

Best,

Nicolas.

Great shot of two lovely pieces. Do keep postin'em for us, Nic! We love'em.

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JLC has done a phenomenal job on these two pieces!

Rahul

My absolute favourite line among all the JLC families of products.

There is such an interesting homogeneity on these watches!

Thanks, Rahul.

Best.

Nicolas;

And that is saying a lot! But alas, it is not affordable for me. Well it is, but then I would probably have to allocate my annual 'watch fund' to it, and there have been too many great pieces, haha

Any chance they will do one in steel Nicolas? After all, they did a perpetual calendar in steel and I am super glad they did!

Rahul

JLC, when they released the Duometre, in 2007, clearly stated that there will not be a Duometre in any other metal than a precious one.

The Perpetual Calendar you're speakingf about doesn'tg have the same level if finish and decoration, it is targetted in another league than the one the Duometre is playing in.

The good news is that JLC will play with the Duometre, and introduce, regularly, some new complications.

When will we see a new Duometre? Probably in one year or two.

What could it be? No idea, but I'm damn excited.

Best,

Nicolas.

Seems I'm engaged on the long version.

Best and thanks for the nice comment;

Nicolas.

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