Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX7 Collection Overview

GWIS · 2023-04-29T12:55:58Z

Explore the Jaeger-LeCoultre Amvox 7, the final JLC x Aston Martin collaboration. GWIS shares insights on its unique design, power reserve, and collector appeal.

GWIS's acquisition of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Amvox 7 offers a timely look at a unique chapter in modern horology. His initial impressions highlight the watch's distinctive design and functional innovations, inviting collectors to revisit the final main installment of the JLC x Aston Martin collaboration. This piece explores how the Amvox 7, with its 'busy/mad' dial and integrated power reserve, continues to captivate enthusiasts a decade after its launch.

I received this Amvox 7 last week. I’m supposed to be keeping it for my birthday, at the end of May, but I “had” to try it to make sure it was working properly after its trip from the seller in Japan!

As many of you will know, the Amvox 7 was launched in 2012 and was the last of the main JLC x Aston Martin collaboration watches.

Like the other Amvox watches, it’s fun and innovative and the addition of the power reserve, at the top of the dial, makes for a useful complication (I use it as a rough fitness tracker).

The dial is busy/mad but I like having something quirky in my collection.

All the best,

Jon

Key Points from the Discussion

The Amvox 7's busy dial is a common observation, but its unique power reserve indicator often compensates for this visual complexity, enhancing its appeal for collectors.
There are design parallels between the Amvox 7 and the Explorer II, particularly in elements like the strap change system, suggesting a shared design language or functional inspiration.
The Amvox 7 is characterized as a 'teenager with tattoos' compared to the more 'grown up, smart and sophisticated' 'Plamvox,' emphasizing its quirky and unconventional aesthetic within the JLC lineup.
The symmetrical date display is a key design element that enhances the technical and well-designed nature of the Amvox 7, contributing to its overall appeal.

The Discussion

vitalsigns

Apr 29, 2023

The symmetrical date really seals the deal. The piece is technical, interesting and well-designed. I wouldn't have the patience to keep my hands off of it either. Enjoy! John

AuHavrePro

Apr 29, 2023

Wasn't expecting this one from you! Sincere congratulations, enjoy it thoroughly ........

GWIS

Apr 29, 2023

I’m glad I’m not the only one to love the “7”. All the best, Jon

GWIS

Apr 29, 2023

I know you prefer your “Plamvox”, which is very understandable - it’s grown up, smart and sophisticated. The 7 is a teenager with tattoos, body piercings and green hair😀

gup502

May 2, 2023

One of the daring examples in watch making of JLC in those days.

smironov

May 2, 2023

I own Amvox7 as well and love it. Find the dial to be somewhat too busy as you've also mentioned but that is sort of compensated to me by the addition of this very special power reserve indicator. Also, may be it is just me but I see AMV7 as a younger brother to EL2 red version. Just look at pics, they have much in common, I think. Anyway, my sincere congratulations! Enjoy.

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