Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Jubilee Review

rovermark · 2013-07-30T03:47:01Z

Rovermark reviews the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Jubilee, comparing its 4.05mm thickness to the MUT 38 and discussing strap choices.

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Rovermark proudly unveils his new Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Jubilee, sharing initial impressions and comparison photos with his Master Ultra Thin 38. This post celebrates the exceptional thinness of the Jubilee model, a standout release from SIHH, and delves into a common collector's dilemma regarding strap choices.

As those of you who responded to my teaser post guessed my Master Ultra Thin Jubilee has arrived! Here are a couple of quick photos. Sorry about the quality. I'll try and shoot some better ones in the near future.

It's amazing how thin this watch is. I really don't think that pictures fully capture it.

4.05mm=Fantastic

Just for comparison here's the Jubilee with my Master Ultra Thin 38. I have to admit that I was thinking that I would sell my MUT 38 when the Jubilee arrived. However, seeing them side by side makes me think that there is room in my collection for both.

Even though the MUT 38 seems a bit bloated these days, at a full 6.3 mm, it is still a great watch ; )

There is one thing I need to mention. In most of these pictures the Jubilee is on a different strap than the one it came with. I currently have it on a dark blue lightly padded strap from a Reverso. The Master Ultra Thin Jubilee ships on a non-padded high-gloss black strap.

While I loved the thinness of the strap I really didn't care for the high gloss finnish. It's just too dressy for me. I have a matte black strap on order. Until it arrives then the Reverso strap will just have to do.

-Mark

Key Points from the Discussion

The original glossy black strap shipped with the Master Ultra Thin Jubilee is disliked for being too dressy, prompting the owner to replace it with a matte blue Reverso strap and order a matte black one.
The strap seen on the Jubilee prototypes at SIHH was stitched and matte blue, differing from the production model's glossy strap, suggesting a change from the sample.
The Master Ultra Thin Jubilee is hailed as one of the year's top watches across all brands, introducing a new concept of 'Spectacular elegance' due to its case design.
Despite the Jubilee's extreme thinness (4.05mm), some collectors prefer the slightly thicker 38mm Master Ultra Thin (6.3mm) for its more substantial feel and lively dial.
The Jubilee's arrival sparks a debate on whether to keep both the new Jubilee and the existing Master Ultra Thin 38, with the side-by-side comparison suggesting room for both in a collection.
The Jubilee is considered a significant winner from SIHH, with its simple dial and extreme thinness making it a highly anticipated piece.

The Discussion

Dave G

Jul 30, 2013

I got the call to pick up mine as well, which I can't get until next week due to business travel. I can't wait and your pictures don't help!

mell0822

Jul 30, 2013

between the two. But at just 4mm, I find it too thin for my liking. The 38mm MUT is my prefered choice including its lively dial. But it's just me. Melvin

Sandgroper

Jul 30, 2013

Congratulations, ooh! JLC...you've done it again:) Cheers Francois

watchme

Jul 30, 2013

The side-view pictures really explain the design and proportions beautifully! Can't wait to see it in the metal. -Dean

FanFrancisco

Jul 30, 2013

.... very very nice and huge congrats on your great piece arrived, Mark ;-) interesting to see both MUT pieces side-by-side, it seems the Jubilee one looks much elegant and handsome! stefan

amanico

Jul 30, 2013

The MUT 38 and the Jubilé are so different ( case and dial, case back ) that you can consider owning both of them. The MUT Jubilé is clearly one of the winners of this year, all brands included. It gave birth to a new concept: The Spectacular elegance. ;) I am totally in love with this case! Bravo, once again, my friend. Best, Nicolas

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