Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre Unique Travel Time WG LE

exigesc · 2017-04-23T02:02:59Z

Discover the Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre Unique Travel Time in white gold. Exigesc shares his acquisition and the community discusses this JLC complication.

Exigesc shares his unexpected acquisition of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre Unique Travel Time in white gold, a piece he describes as a 'beauty.' This post delves into the allure of this specific Duomètre reference and its place within a collector's journey, particularly for those passionate about JLC's innovative dual-wing concept.

My original plan was to obtain the RG duometre chronograph to pair with my WG QL duometre but this plan will have to delay for some time now because of the most unexpected - the duometre UTT WG LE. My goodness what a beauty she is!!! I had never seen this edition in person & I felt in love with her right away!!! The dome shape of the globe looks amazing! It gives excellent dimension to the already lovely dial. Even though the price was a bit hefty, I think I got a very good deal compared to the current market price. So I can't complain! The RG chronograph will have to wait but I m going to enjoy the WG duometre duo a lot For a long time! Hopefully the trio will come eventually this year! Stay tune!!! Cheers

Key Points from the Discussion

The Duomètre Unique Travel Time is considered a grail watch by some collectors, with its complication display requiring some familiarity to master.
A true Duomètre enthusiast often aims for a trio: the Chronographe, the Unique Travel Time (UTT), and the Quantième Lunaire (QL), ideally in matching metals.
The UTT's globe complication, while initially tricky to set, offers a functional benefit for international travel.
The author confirms the UTT's dial takes time to get used to, even for setting the globe, and shares a side-by-side shot of his two Duomètres.
There's a speculative interest in future Duomètre innovations, such as a digital chronograph counter, a discreet tourbillon, or an innovative rattrapante with an exclusive alarm.

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Luis6

Apr 23, 2017

I really like this WG case with the grainy dial.

Alkiro1

Apr 23, 2017

Impatient to see the third one ;-) Best wishes Alkiro

hs111

Apr 23, 2017

Enjoy to wear your two (!) Duometres in the best of your health ! Best, hs

Bounce781

Apr 23, 2017

Congrats and wear in good health. A Grail for many here (including me!)

Apr 23, 2017

Congratulations on the new piece. It's fabulous. M4

Joepny

Apr 23, 2017

A very special watch.

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