JLC Chronograph
Discussion
hilly10 said:
As said fantastic watches they have a real presence. Retail price roughly that of a SS Daytona now thats a choice what would you choose. I am definitely stuck
You'd be a mug to choose the Daytona IMO.Yes the JLC will lose more money, but they have better movements, a date and look stunning.
It's an easy choice for me.
Sierra Mike said:
LukeBird said:
tertius said:
Lovely. Fabulous watch from one of the finest, if not the finest, manufactures around. My favourite brand.
Couldn't agree more.Not my favourite JLC though.
Edited by lowndes on Saturday 30th October 06:17
I agree, that's certainly not the nicest watch that JLC make, but I do think it is one of their nicest chronos. However, I'm not really convinced that the chronograph in general is a JLC strong point. I particularly like the original Hometime, pictured a few posts above, and the Reverso is fab.
I also rather like my Master Date:
I also rather like my Master Date:
Sierra Mike said:
This my my first post in this forum but I've enjoyed reading it for quite a while. Anyway, I thought I would put it out there and ask for people's opinions on this watch:
It's the Jaeger Le Coultre Chronograph 1758421. Personally, I really like it.
Really like that, although when I saw one in the flesh for the first time I couldn't help but notice how mahoosive it is. Those things are simply HUGE!It's the Jaeger Le Coultre Chronograph 1758421. Personally, I really like it.
You really do need fat, hairy wrists to get away with wearing one. Or drive a Lamborghini...
tertius said:
I agree, that's certainly not the nicest watch that JLC make, but I do think it is one of their nicest chronos. However, I'm not really convinced that the chronograph in general is a JLC strong point. I particularly like the original Hometime, pictured a few posts above, and the Reverso is fab.
I also rather like my Master Date:
That is a lovely watch. Is the month displayed in the window partially obscured by the minute hand? Also what are the two pips either side of the crown? I did try to look it up on the JLC site but couldn't find the exact model.I also rather like my Master Date:
lowndes said:
tertius said:
I agree, that's certainly not the nicest watch that JLC make, but I do think it is one of their nicest chronos. However, I'm not really convinced that the chronograph in general is a JLC strong point. I particularly like the original Hometime, pictured a few posts above, and the Reverso is fab.
I also rather like my Master Date:
That is a lovely watch. Is the month displayed in the window partially obscured by the minute hand? Also what are the two pips either side of the crown? I did try to look it up on the JLC site but couldn't find the exact model.I also rather like my Master Date:
Thats not a terribly good picture when it comes to showing the actual features of the warch I'm afraid. This is a better one (though not so arty):
The "pips" are recessed buttons for adjusting the month and the date. You won't find it on the JLC webiste as its long since discontinued, rather a shame I feel.
tertius said:
I agree, that's certainly not the nicest watch that JLC make, but I do think it is one of their nicest chronos. However, I'm not really convinced that the chronograph in general is a JLC strong point.
Indeed, I love the Master Calendar/Date/Moon series watches as being shown in some of these pictures, they are 37mm and a Master Date will be my next watch. I also have a 1990s Master Chronograph which is slightly smaller and which I rather like. 
Edited by RichB on Saturday 30th October 10:00
LukeBird said:
I hate you tertius, that is lovely! 
I don't think I've seen you post a picture of any of your watches and I haven't thought "Wow!"!
A stunning collection!
I also much prefer the older Master Hometime. The newer version is not nearly as elegant.
You are too kind ... I don't think I've seen you post a picture of any of your watches and I haven't thought "Wow!"!
A stunning collection!
I also much prefer the older Master Hometime. The newer version is not nearly as elegant.
I have a new arrival actually that I need to photograph and post up. Won't be today though, as the battery in the Elise has finally given up the ghost, and I need to go find a new one somewhere.
That Master Chronograph is also very nice indeed, is that one with a mecaquartz movement?
tertius said:
You are too kind ...
I have a new arrival actually that I need to photograph and post up. Won't be today though, as the battery in the Elise has finally given up the ghost, and I need to go find a new one somewhere.
No worries chap, as I said it's a lovely collection.I have a new arrival actually that I need to photograph and post up. Won't be today though, as the battery in the Elise has finally given up the ghost, and I need to go find a new one somewhere.
Can't wait to see the new acquisition!
RichB said:
tertius said:
...is that one with a mecaquartz movement?
That's the one...I had a look at a gorgeous IWC that had a mecaquartz, I presume it's the same movement as they're a touch on the rare side!
That and a Hummer (which I already have) are two movements I need in my collection!
LukeBird said:
...is it a JLC movement that was used in other watches?
It is indeed a JLC movement.Caliber: 631 JLC
Jewels: 25
Technology: Dual 1 kHz/4 kHz crystals, dual crystal movement method through the pairing of twin quartz. Chronograph mechanism is fully mechanical.
Functions: Hours,minutes, small jumping second at 6 o'clock. Timezone mechanism. Stop-second device. Mechanical date showing through aperture in dial.
Chronograph 1/4 second, 1/10 second, 60 seconds, 30 minutes, 12 hours. ADD, SPLIT; 2 push buttons.
Renata 379 1,55 V battery.
Annual accuracy: ±48 seconds
Watches:
JLC Heraion Chrono,
JLC Kyros Chrono,
JLC Odysseus Chrono,
JLC Master Chrono,
IWC Porsche Design Sportivo 02 Chrono,
IWC Porsche Design Titan Chrono,
IWC Ref. 3739,
IWC Ingenieur Chrono,
IWC Portofino Chrono,
IWC Ladies' Portofino Chrono,
IWC Fliegerchrono,
IWC SL Chrono,
IWC GST Chrono &
Chopard Happy Sport Chrono
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