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Nicolas (amanico) brings to light the Lemania Tg 195, a timepiece that has steadily gained recognition among collectors over the past decade. His post highlights the watch's inherent charm and powerful character, inviting a closer look at what makes this once-overlooked reference so compelling. This article delves into the unique features and historical context that contribute to its growing appeal.
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Mark XI is a historically significant pilot's watch produced for the British Ministry of Defence (MoD) under the 'Mark XI' specification. It was one of several brands, including IWC, to supply watches meeting these stringent requirements for air navigation. These watches were designed for extreme legibility, robustness, and accuracy, serving as essential tools for RAF navigators.
Equipped with the Jaeger-LeCoultre Caliber 488/SBr, a manually wound movement, the Mark XI features a hacking seconds function for precise synchronization. The movement is housed within a soft iron inner case for anti-magnetic protection, a critical feature for aviation instruments. The stainless steel case typically measures around 36mm in diameter, with a fixed bezel and a screw-down case back, ensuring durability and water resistance suitable for military use.
For collectors, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Mark XI represents a pinnacle of military watch design and functional horology. Its clean, utilitarian aesthetic, combined with its robust construction and historical provenance, makes it highly sought after. The watch's enduring appeal lies in its direct connection to post-war aviation and its embodiment of purpose-built design.
.... yet to solve.: what does TG195 really mean ?
The central seconds hands runs continuously until the pusher at 2 is depressed. The seconds hand jumps back to 12 o'clock and the crown pops out. The time can now be changed or synchronised with another watch and then once the crown is pushed back in the seconds hand runs once more. Baruch
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