Jaeger-LeCoultre

Now with the Olympics started, this old ad from 1964 feels very current again! Here paired with my Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Compressor Memovox, 54 years later... Best Blomman ...  

I would keep it for sure. Best Blomman

From Ł 24 upwards!

If only same prices today... Best Blomman

I had one and loved almost everything about it but sadly I just couldn’t live with the large compressor crowns which I found fiddly and uncomfortable. I released it back into the wild. I still miss it though. Regards Kev.

But I understand some might not like them as they are on the larger side.... Maybe time to try again? Best Blomman

blomman, Thanks for the vintage "contemporary" advertisement that shows seeking perfection in an imperfect world at the Olympics. Two points are poignant: Such pride in products that are only "from £24 upwards" Gasp! Sweden won the 1st gold medal at Winte... 

Different game back then, brands were proud of great watches, not because they were considered luxury items. Best Blomman

My point was that only GBP 24 seems low today but in those days, even a full 18K gold Milanese bracelet Omega Constellation was the price of a Mini car (except the Mini was three years later). Regards, MTF

As soon as I saw your post I ran out to get a picture of my wrist. I haven’t worn this watch for a couple of year s really, but this morning it called me at I went to get it from the bank. Funny coincidence HAGWE ...  

It was my first JLC and I have so good memories about the way I got it. To be honest I prefer flat smaller watches in general these days, but I think it is still so cool. After half a day on the wrist I’m used to it again and really, really enjoying it. I... 

From being my "daily beater" to a more seldom wrist candy... But this week I whet to the bank and got it! Enjoy yours, my friend! Best Blomman