Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second: A Collector's Journey of Hope
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second: A Collector's Journey of Hope

By Cookies · Jun 18, 2020 · 26 replies
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Cookies shares a deeply personal narrative, revealing how the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second became a symbol of resilience and new beginnings after a significant life event. His candid reflection on personal struggles and triumphs underscores the profound emotional connection collectors often forge with their timepieces, transforming them into tangible markers of life's journey. This post explores how a watch can transcend its mechanical function to embody hope and perseverance.

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There are places I'll remember
All my life, though some have changed
Some forever, not for better
Some have gone, and some remain
All these places had their moments
With lovers and friends, I still can recall
Some are dead, and some are living
In my life, I've loved them all

I have a confession to make. It took me 3 years to get this piece. 

I believed in happy-ever-after fairytales and so, I sold away my Reverso to buy a large diamond ring for a girl, so she’d marry me. I spent my entire savings to give her a fabulous wedding, where politicians and the press gathered. 

I was once happy but only for a while.

Life seldom gives us happy-ever-after moments. People change, hearts can change, and so I was left alone again after 3 years of doing my very best. She cheated on me, and a sad marriage of abuse and sadness prolonged till it fell apart.

Dejected, rejected, I flew home, leaving behind sad memories. As I walked through the airport shops, I went to look at the watches from JLC, to cheer myself up, and to remind myself of what I used to be when life was happier.

A very simple watch caught my eye. But JLC is seldom what it appears to be. I have my pride. I did not have any ability to buy the watch. But somehow, these words betrayed my mouth: “can I see this Geophysic please?” Something inside me smiled again.

Slowly, I picked myself up again, becoming more resilient. Sadness was just a passing phase.

Little did I know my next phase would be the biggest blessing. 

So here is my Geophysic, finally, after 3 long years of waiting.








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cazalea
Jun 18, 2020
Wow

A story of your life encapsulated in the watch -- sometimes we forget how these "simple mechanical objects" can mean so much more to us. Thanks Cazalea

CO
Cookies
Jun 18, 2020
Yes, sometimes a small object can mean so much

JLC is dear to my heart. To me it represents hope, triumph, perseverance and finally a job well done. I was exposed to the reverso at age 9, through an advertisement every night before the news. And my mother would say, wow, that’s ultra luxury, a super watch - she was a stock broker back then. And I always waited for that advertisement to play, to admire the flipping watch that costed a bomb, that successful people wear.=) well the day has already come. Alleluiah!

JU
Juliusotto
Jun 18, 2020
Hey welcome back,glad you are ok,

“If you want to have a good time then you need a good watch”,keep in mind that in every day of our life you can find something good,just need to concentrate in finding it and focus on cordial abrazo desde Tenerife!!! Iulian

CO
Cookies
Jun 18, 2020
Very warm words amigo

Thank you very much!!

SE
Seeks
Jun 18, 2020
Thank you for sharing your heartwarming story 🙏

I wish you the best for the years ahead and perhaps this True Second will commemorate them! By the way, I love so many aspects of the design and idea on the True Second movement. mine says Hi! Be well and stay healthy

CO
Cookies
Jun 18, 2020
I like your version so much

=D life is a box of chocolates, you’d never know what you’ll get. I’m grateful for being able to survive the ordeal to see the big beautiful rainbow in this phase of life. Thank you and may you have a great positive day ahead!

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