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SIHH 2011: An introduction to the new releases.
Hi All,
I just came back from Geneva with a full suitcase of Dreams.
Let me first quickly intorduce you the new JLC watches, this year.
Of course we'll come back on each of these novelties in dedicated posts, but as I know you well, you would kill me if I didn't make this quick introduction post.
1/ The Tribute To Reverso 1931.
It is impossible to ignore that this year is THE year of the Reverso, which celebrates its 80th Anniversary.
For this occasion, JLC decided to allow everyone to celebrate with the Grande Maison this birthday, with some affordable models:
The non limited Stainless Steel Tribute to 1931:
The Rose Gold limited edition Tribute to 1931:
These pieces will be available in April 2011, from what I've been told, the prices are 5500 Euros for the SS, and 11 500 Euros for the Rose Gold, being precised that the Rose Gold will be limited to 500 pieces.
2/ The Grande Reverso Enamel.
For the moment, it will be available only in Rose Gold, and it is a limited edition of 100 pieces.
The warmth and the fascination of an enamel dial...
3/ The Grande Reverso Ultra Thin ( unlimited ).
A well known and timeless dial with the stunning " Ultra Thin " case, in stainless stell or in rose gold.
4/ The Grande Reverso Duo.
In Stainless steel or in rose gold, a friendly complication, expressed in an elegant way:
5/ The Reverso Minute Repeater:
It is a limited editionof 75 pieces, in white gold.
The dimensions are 55 x 35 mm, and a reasonnable 12 mm high.
You will notice that there is no gasket to activate the Minute Repeater... The curtain does it all!
Envouting and original:
6/ The Tribute to Deep Sea Alarm:
What more to say that it has already been said?
The US Version, limited to 359 pieces ( 9500 Euros )
The European Version, limited to 959 pieces ( 9500 Euros ) 
Delivery expected in June.
7/ The Grande Reverso Ultra Thin Lady.
Cal 657, smaller than the man size ( 40 x 24 mm ), because our ladies also deserve a fine watch.
in stainless steel or in rose gold:
Diane Kruger's favourite watch... In all simplicity.
8/ Some other novelties.
A Gyro II in Rose Gold?
Why not!
A new Navy SEALs Chrono, an all new Master Chronograph in ceramic, a Master Grande Tradition Minute Repeater, a Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon, a Master Chronograph with a very nice black dial, a very fine Master Géographique....
We'll see all that in the detail, of course... Later, with real live pictures.
9/ General thoughts: Another superb year for JLC, which succeed in mixing Tradition and Innovation with talent.
My favourite pieces are the Tributes, Deep Sea Alarm and Reverso, but how can we resist to the charm, the fatal attraction of the new Reverso Minute Repeater, or ...
A frustration, and please note that it is just my point of view, about the Grande Reverso enamel, which I would have loved to see in white metal, but, with a bit of luck, it may come later.
Another interesting and enthusiasming point is that JLC also released some great developments of watches which already exist, like the Duometre à Quantième Lunaire, and re introduced other watches which made us dream, such as the Master Géographique.
Congratulations, JLC, for another year full of wishes and dreams.
Best,
Nicolas.
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SIHH 2011: An introduction to the new releases.
Hi All, I just came back from Geneva with a full suitcase of Dreams. Let me first quickly intorduce you the new JLC watches, this year. Of course we'll come back on each of these novelties in dedicated posts, but as I know you well, you would kill me if I...
nice overview
Thanks Nicolas for this overview of SIHH and these appealing beauties. I am definitely looking forward to see the Reverso Tribute to 1931 in flesh. I thought that JLC had also released a new ATMOS, but I might be wron. Best, karmin
Thanks for your indulgence, Karmin.
I didn't have much time to prepare a better post, but we'll come back to each of these novelties, and believe me, there are some pearls to discover, here. As for the Atmos, you're correc,t there is a new one which is very appealing. Best, K. Nicolas.
thanks for your observations Nico
And hope all is well. Love the American Deep Sea as well as the Lady Reverso Ultra Thin--the latter's stunning dial realldy does it for me. Jason
There is a lot to say about these novelties.
I would say that the most important thing is that JLC managed to release some exciting but affordable watches, such as theTT 1931. Will come back to these pieces soon. Best, Nicolas.
Thanks Nico and good to see that you are back!
The Home Pages of JLC are giving some "funny" information like the Enamel Reverso in SS or the Ladies Ultra Thin in White Gold high jewelry version... Do you have any additional information? Best, Kari
Well, Kari, you saw them in Geneva, and you had all the informations about these watches.
NO white metal for the Reverso enamel, nor white gold for the Lady UT. 100% sure about that. Sadly, because, like you, I would have loved to see the Reverso enamel in white metal. One day, maybe? It was great to meet you there! Best, Nicolas.
I am sure you are right. But I hope you are wrong.
Anyhow, the home pages of JLC under 2011 Collection tell that Reverso Email is made in steel and RG, references Q3738422 (180 pieces) and Q3732422 (80 pieces). Anyhow, other forums tell that 180 pieces are in steel and 89 pieces in Red Gold. True, this do...
Welcome back, Nicolas!
Of course you return with some tantalizing pieces of information. A NEW Navy SEALs Chrono?!?!?! An all new Master Chronograph in ceramic -- I must hear more about this one!!!! Yes, I wish for a white metal enamel dial Reverso, and I also thought from the ...
I still have to work on my pics, and to prepare the texts, but ...
Yes, this is another exciting year from the Grande Maison. Dressy, complicated, highly complicated, nostalgic, sporty, I think that they covered everybody's taste. Don't worry, I took some pics of the watches you mentionned, and we'll speak very soon abou...
Just a quick and dirty observation ...
On the MJLC website it is written that the Reverso Email will be available in 2 limited editions, 180 SS and 80 PG. Is this a typo on their part? Will comment more on the novelties later. Best, Richard
Bad typo, Richard.
But who knows? Maybe JLC will release, next year, a white metal version of this superb watch? Best, Nicolas.
I can only dream
Nicolas, Thanks for the flash update - I would love to get my hands on the ceramic Master Chronograph, even though I haven't even seen it. And the new version of the Master Geographic is to die for - this one is REALLY gone pull my heartstrings. Alas, I d...
I can see a new tendance, this year ...
To say it better, a tendance which started last year, and which goes on this year: Smaller watches when it comes to dressy watches, and reasonnably priced. Which are 2 important points, indeed. The new Master Géo? A superb one. It looks like the old ...
Such a great line up by JLC this year...
I love the tribute to Deep Sea Alarm the most... The first 3 reversos are extremely nice, but sadly I still don't see myself wearing such a small watch... Thanks for the quick report Nicolas! Looking forward to see the live pics of the novelties... Best, ...
I met some good old Panersiti friends in Geneva, at the SIHH, Sam.
And some of them, who, like you, are used to wear big watches. Not only they loved the bTT 31 in SS, but they ... ordered it, at their big surprise, because, like you, they thought that it may be too small. The only advice I can give you is to try it, you...
I would definitely love to see it in metal and try it on....
I really love the clean looking art deco dial... Do you know when they will be released for sale? Best, Sam
What's really cool is that dreaming is for free!!!
so we can get a lot of dreams! Matt
I know it's very subjective, but to me this is the most
impressive year yet. There are a number of pieces which are priced for humans and VERY appealing. I've added the Master Moon, Master Geographic and DSA to my wish list and I haven't even seen the ceramic or black dial chronographs yet. Tough choices lie a...
Uh oh, just saw a picture of the new 8 day perpetual at my AD.
My wife is going to kill me
Sure a great & busy week..
Welcome back, Nicolas & enjoyable first impressions ! Quite stunning the Minute Repeater & Gyro II RG.. But the TRIBUTES - you know my/ many people's "sweet falling" . - no wonder; "Need no say no more".. Thus, decisions made, done - again, thanks to you ...
Many tempting offers, hs.
I too know which watches I will get, if I can afford them... Some nice gold dreams, too. You'll have some surprises, I just have to work on the packaging. Best, Nicolas
Fantastic summary
Thks fr the report. Do you have the MSRPs of the reversos? Best, Horo
That's quite "reasonable"
Darn, this is going to be my first reverso in a decade, and it's all thanks to you! Best, Horo
My favorites ...
Tribute and European Deep Sea ... what more to say ! Thanks a lot for this quick preview Nicolas, keep up the good spirit ... please ? Ton copaing de Bruuxelless ...
Great
Great review Nico, I'm glad hear your're well! You have mentioned a new NS Chrono. do you have more information about ti? Cheers, Fernando
Yes, I have some informations, Fernando.
I have to work on the pics I took, and to prepare something I will soon post about this one. Thanks for your patience, but these last days were a bit busy, for me. Best, Nicolas.
I'm looking forward to see them
Don't worry Nicolas, take your time, enough for me to know that you have them and we'll see them soon Cheers, Fernando
Welcome back
Nice reveiw and I agree the tributes are magnificent. Best regards, George
Oh my god
Now you are scaring me, what is a man to do if JLC has more suprises reserved to us. Is this something my banker should be affraid of? Regards, George
Thanks for this review Nicolas
at this difficult time for you. The Reverso 1931 tribute is very hard to resist. Regards, Richard.
Why resisting, Richard?
When the pleasure is here, don't miss it. That is my latest philosophy. Best, Nicolas.
Good philosophy Nicolas
but I have to choose the right one. That Master Ultra Thin Moon also looks inviting. Regards, Richard.
There is a novelty that with a lot of probability I..
will order........Not easy to guess though....... I am dreaming already.... Mo
Ooo... a mystery to solve! I'll try.
The master compressor geographique ? Best Tyler This message has been edited by T.Bean on 2011-01-20 16:33:24
No my friend...but your next guess..
will be the right one......but I don t know if I will answer........1 more week and I ll decide... Mo
Aha... A black beauty, maybe?
If this is the case, I'm sure you'll fall for it. Best, Nicolas.
The DSA US is moving fast.
Just the beginning of this week I got the news from JLC Boutique that Paris alone place 80 order, US 20 and Asia only 1! What's going on with my fellow Asians? By now I think more than half or near the whole lot is gone. Fellow purist you gotta move quick...
More than 100, Tyler...
Much more than this, and not only on the US DSA, but on both. Sure they will sell fast, and I'm very happy to see that these pieces received such a warm welcome. As for a good number, try : 59 ( the birth of the watch ), 62 ( the end of the production ), ...
Or should I try 64 your birth year :)
To remind me the person who introduce this watch to me, causing the commonly known "ramen diet period" so that I earn my right to own this piece. Here is me returning the favor. Best Tyler This message has been edited by T.Bean on 2011-01-21 03:01:09...
Welcome back Nicolas and thanks for the JLC novelties introduction.
I hope that all is well with you. Did I hear a Master Chrono in Black? Hope that it is a regular verison. A truly fabulous lineup from MJLC, I would really look forward to see this black dial Master Chrono, along with the awesome black dial Quantième Luna...
Yes, you heard well.
The Master Chrono comes with a black dial, this year, and it is not a LE. I will post some pics asap. Best, Goh. Nicolas.
Loved the quick overview..
And glad to see you posting! Looking forward to your detailed reports!
this is very nice post, Nico...
...hi Nico, i saw there is Ultra Thin Moon 39 in JLC website? any info e.g. price, when will it be released etc? this will be one of my targets too best to my friend! stefan
My guess is that they may be delivered before this summer.
But I will ask. The case is awesome. I wish we see it in more watches, in a close future! Best. Nicolas.
Great work
Thanks for the work, Nicolas. Can't wait to see the Master Chronograph in black.
Well, I must say...
it appears to be the "quietest" year in a decade - not much in the way of "Live" photos on ANY website. What you didn't mention is the piece that has me MOST interested - the MUT Moon 39. The mention of a new QP is interesting, but I'm wondering why JLC h...
Correct, Dean. I forgot to mention the MUT Moon 39.
And this is not because I don't like it! As for the " quite place ", I normally should have been able to faster post more pics and texts about the new releases, this year, but some unexpected issues drove me to adopt a slower rythm, sadly. Don't worry, yo...
The Grande Reverso Enamel
Finally is here.... again... someone is listening indeed :0) Although still shaken because of theft I'm very happy with complete line of Reverso for 2011 something for everyone Unlike you or dr.kol I adore Enamel Reverso...superb piece RG+enamel+Grande ca...
Don't get me wrong, Damjan.
I love the idea of the Reverso enamel, and I was part of the prayers to see this watch coming soon, so I'm happy to see it released this year. It has its charm in RG, definitely. But it would aslo have been DIVINE in white metal. Best, my friend. Nicolas.
I like the JLC line up best of the big companies this year
those ultra thin reversos are very nice. Thanks for the report! Andreas
I do share your point of view,
Even if I saw some very interesting watches here and there, I still think that JLC presented an amazing line up, which impressed me more than what I saw elsewhere. Best, Nicolas.
Thank you, Nicolas!
For the introduction! Looking forward to see the details of all the watches. So far the two DSA are still my favourites… Take care, my friend Best Blomman
Looks like a lot of tribute paid to the past. The DSA looks interesting
Thanks Nic. cheers PAt
Yes. I wouldn't complain, as they are really beautiful and respectful to the...
Spirit of the original models. BUT, there are much other things, which are not Tribute, and which are very interesting. Stay tuned. Best, Nicolas.
It seems that this 2011, is a great year full of great novelties...
for some brands. For example, I must admit that Panerai releases a lot of fascinating watches this year. Probably one of the best years, IMO. The other superb example of a great year is JLC, for sure.... Nothing more to say about the fantastic work made i...
Indeed a great year for JLC.
The Tributes, but some others, too. In fact, too many tempting offers, this year. But I still think that too much is better than nothing. Thanks for your input, Hermano. Nicolas;