Jaeger-LeCoultre at Watches and Wonders 2014

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) · 2014-10-01T11:49:35Z

Explore Jaeger-LeCoultre's 2014 Watches and Wonders booth with jrwong23, featuring high complications like Rendez-Vous Ivy Minute Repeater and Duometre Spherotourbillon, plus an enameling master class.

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Jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) offers an exclusive look into the Jaeger-LeCoultre booth at Watches and Wonders 2014, showcasing a range of high-complication timepieces. His post provides a rare glimpse into the event's atmosphere and JLC's artistic endeavors, including a master class on enameling. This report remains valuable for understanding JLC's presence at major watch fairs and their commitment to traditional crafts.

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I spent some time at the JLC booth today and had lunch with a close JLC friend of mine. Some quick pics to share from the JLC Booth at W&W.

Entrance to the JLC booth

The center of the booth to showcase some of the super watches from JLC

The new Rendez-Vous Ivy Minute repeater launched in W&W 2014

Notice the blue enamel dial also has a purple hue to it

Rendez-Vous Celestial

Duometre Spherotourbillon

Duometre a Grande Sonnerie

Duometre Spherotourbillon enamel

The side profile allows us to take a sneak peak at the Spherotourbillon

Duometre Quantieme Lunaire (for Vlad)

MUT Minute Repeater Flying Tourbillon

I was also invited to participate in a JLC master class today at the booth. The lesson was on enameling.... I soon learned that I have no talents in this field :P

The venue of the JLC master class within the booth

The material from which we are to design our own enamel work

Some metalic oxides with various colors

Our tools

More tools

PuristSPro Agent Wong on a mission

What should I design??

I decided to do a dinosaur (T-Rex/Dragon) that my son loves to draw

Added some details and colors (it's so difficult as everything is so fine and small)

The artwork being quickly heated at 200 degrees celsius to dry the wet enamel

They have an oven at the back of the booth! The enamel master helping me bake my enamel work at 800 degrees celsius!

My first JLC Diploma

The JLC master class was pretty fun! Hope you enjoy this brief report

cheers

robin

This message has been edited by jrwong23 on 2014-10-01 11:51:36

Key Points from the Discussion

The Hybris Artistica collection, featuring high-end complications and exceptional craftsmanship, was a highlight at the JLC booth.
The author participated in a JLC master class on enameling, noting the intricate skill required for this traditional craft.
A fellow PuristS inquired about the display of Geophysic models at the event, which the author admitted to missing amidst the busy schedule.
The author confirmed that the Geophysic was likely present but he did not capture photos, inviting other attendees to share if they saw it.

The Discussion

amanico

Oct 1, 2014

Superb report, Agent Wong. It seems that JLC took the heavy weapons.

What did you think about the Hybris Artistica collection? The Enamel Master Class was a good idea! Best, and thanks a lot for the report, my friend. Nicolas

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Oct 2, 2014

Indeed JLC showcased their heavy artillery in the center of their booth!

The Hybris Artistica collection! Very impressive collection of course with high end complications combined with a very high level of craftsmanship. I cannot afford any one of the 12 unfortunately! :p They are grail pieces. cheers robin

AlexSunrise

Oct 1, 2014

Thanks for taking us along, Robin

Your design for the enamel master class was pretty cool! :-) Some superb pieces being showcased as well. Were the Geophysics being displayed as well? Thanks again, Robin. Best, Alex

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Oct 2, 2014

Happy to share Alex!

Geophysic... I am pretty sure it was there but somehow I missed it... :( Any PuristS saw it in W&W JLC booth, let us know, thanks! Cheers robin

DRMW

Oct 1, 2014

Very cool!

Thanks for bringing the event to us jrwong23! -MW

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Oct 2, 2014

No problems MW! :)

Hope you enjoyed the post :) Cheers robin