Back in the day (I believe the 50's and 60's), the US imposed import tarriffs on watches, therefore JLC imported uncased watches into the US to avoid such tariffs. They were then branded as LeCoultre instead of Jaeger LeCoultre to offer a distinction to those coming from Switzerland. It was a rather
you're making me a believer on the white Milgauss, which has always been my favorite from afar, but never bonded with once on my wrist. Will have to give it another go when the opportunity comes along. Great seeing you enjoy yours, and congrats on the great find! Enjoy the weekend, Alex
when entering Switzerland, you declare your property and you pay a bond of CHF 500, which are refundable when you leave the country and provide proof that the property you declared is coming along with you. Maybe a similar system is in place for EU countries? Safe travels, Alex