Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox: Vintage Collection Overview

In this insightful article, hs111, a dedicated collector, offers a captivating glimpse into his Jaeger-LeCoultre watchbox, focusing on the enduring charm of early Memovox references. His personal journey and meticulous curation highlight the historical significance and aesthetic appeal of these vintage alarm watches, providing valuable context for both seasoned enthusiasts and new collectors. hs111's passion for the Memovox line underscores why these particular references continue to be highly sought after in the vintage market.

Team,

As some of you here already know, about one focus point of my

collection efforts are the JLC Memovoxes and I just recently thought to quickly

browse through this part of my stables for some of them,

specifically the early times and models. Here to start our view & little time-travel:

As a beginning here JLC Ref. 3150, an early Memovox of the early 50ies, typical for her tubular, "hooded lugs", which define

this very Reference in a characteristic way; 

The 3150 was released 1950, introduced for the first time at the Basel Fair.

My joy was even bigger, as here she is, a  Memovox, from
the mid 50ies, which has a great dial with a two-toned
patina, ranging from light cream to a champagne-type,
and wonderful blued hands.

Find here the example pic from my stables, including some advertisment from the

Basel introduction in 1950.

in a very nice condition, with this greenish patina

After quite some intense search (in fact for more than 5 years), eventually -  another one for me, to make the pair of E159..




It’s really a big pleasure to look down on her and the harmony of the black dial with the patinated indices & pointers is indeed

a joy for me..




Here a smallish (34mm) Duo: the E159 (rt) and another early MMV, the E 851 (left), a charming pair IMHO.

This E 159 came to me from a dear friend, who parted from her, and I was happy,

he considered me a good house for her. ( You know, who you are..), - Thx a lot !

Thus, finally above here together this Duo of these two smallish timekeepers, which however
are true JLC Vintage pleasures for me to wear & look down on them.

Rendering a small but convincing spell..

Here therefore now, another 2nd little delicacy, from 1956, when she was presented 

in recognition of participation of the recipient in a hunt for elks:

JLC Memovox Ref 851, Cal 489/1, diam: 34

Hope you liked the little excursion:

- smaller pieces, can generate big pleasures..
At least for me..

Cheers & Best,
hs