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Jaeger Lecoultre Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar 39 Steel Black ( 2016 ). Some thoughts
In 2016, Jaeger released two very nice looking watches, a new one, the Reverso Tribute Duo, and a new version of an existing model, the Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar 39, in steel, with a black dial. Of course, you can also mention the Reverso Tribute to Gyrotourbillon, but it is playing in another league.
The Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar 39 was first unveiled in 2013, in steel, white gold and rose gold, and has received, at that time, a warm welcome.
The recipe is simple: A refined case, and an elegant dial, which in black, adds a cool factor. While the other versions are understated, the steel black dial version is immediately catching the eyes.
Here it is:
Now, let's imagine you are in charge of the Design for this watch.
Would you do it with the window for the years, or without?
I photoshopped the image above, and let's see the outcome:
What do you think? Better with, or without the years?
What do you think? Better with, or without the years?
Is it that important to have the years?
A side by side picture will probably help:
Ok, one thing is sure, Jaeger Lecoultre opted for a black background for the years, which is a very good decision, in order to not ruin such a beautiful dial.
But would you go farther?
Anyway, this version is gorgeous, in my opinion. It is not a new watch, but a very good iteration. And for those who are thinking about getting a perpetual calendar, certainly a good one!
Looking forward to reading your comments and thoughts,
Best.
Nicolas
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Jaeger Lecoultre Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar 39 Steel Black ( 2016 ). Some thoughts
In 2016, Jaeger released two very nice looking watches, a new one, the Reverso Tribute Duo, and a new version of an existing model, the Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar 39, in steel, with a black dial. Of course, you can also mention the Reverso Tribu...
I’m not that keen on perpetual calendar watches...
...but this is a particularly attractive one. The black dial is lovely and balanced and really shows off the moon phase. All the functions are very legible but I much prefer it without the year indicator. I’m not that old yet that I can’t remember what ye...
to be honest Nico...i think this is one of the best PC
& especially great value with the steel version - there is not big competition to this watch... i'm equally impressed by the level of detail, 'the small slot' in the hour & minute hands so the reserve is always visible...excellent thought. 200% no yea...
... thus destroying the sober balance you want to achieve ...
... by leaving away the year window. Those stubby leap year hands squeezed into the subidals of perpetual calendars belong to the weirdest design elements available in the horological repertoire. For me, the best way is to integrate them into a movement b...
Here is the former Black PC...
Credit picture: Antiquorum. There wasn't much lume... ...
Hi nico
I actually like it on the dial. I don't feel it's v obvious n it's there when I need it. Kinda like 4 digit display, ala iwc. It's q cool imo
I love this piece but
don't seem to adore it. I have been close to buying it twice. 1. I think it needs more dial depth (think of the effect the PP3940 has) 2. I wish the hour and minute hands had their tail tips arriving at the centre at a true tangent to make what I would ca...
Agree w nico
I find the finish pleasant enough. Can be better but at what cost. Actually one of the very attractive points about this piece is it being a very well priced pc from a true manufacture like jlc