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Agreed with your second paragraph.
But I am confident JLC can blend original and daring watches and Tributes, even if they have to avoid the " easy way " the " montre en trop ".
Look what they did in paralell with the Tributes: The Hybris Artistica and Mechanica, the Gyro III, and some stunning other marvels, like the EL I and II.
As for the original Geophysic, it included some nice horological features, such as the swan neck, the spiral Breguet, but in terms of finish, the Cal 476 SBr was downgraded, compared to the Cal 488 of the Mark 11... And at that time, the Automatic movement was a plus!
Best,
Nicolas
Black Sunday picture: JLC Extrem Lab II.
A Watch I had the pleasure to try, once again, in Hong Kong, during one of our GTGs. Each time I see it, it is a renewed pleasure. While I was very skeptical, when I saw the first pictures of this Watch, I must confess. Nothing can beat the real experienc...
Love it
Hi Nicolas, This one is a dream watch. Modern, technical, daring, and wearable even if it's large. I'd love to wear that watch, that is clearly under regarded, although more interesting than a Richard Mille IMVHO. Best Dje
We didn't discuss it too much, lately.
Agreed that it deserves more interest and consideration. One thing to avoid is to give too much importance to the size, on the paper. Once on the wrist, and a normal wrist, I mean, it works! Best, my friend. Nicolas
One of the best from JLC among the current line
Very technical and modern.I think that if it was signed by Richard Mille it will be priced at least 200.000 euros instead of 45.000. When it was first indrodused back in 2010 JLC said that the calibre 781 was a" new base movement that will lend itself in ...
I was told...
The word from individuals at the company was that it wasn't working reliably with the silicon escapement components. It's not that they couldn't get one to work, it was the overall challenge of getting it to keep a rate reliably in the context of a watch ...
Agreed with your second paragraph.
But I am confident JLC can blend original and daring watches and Tributes, even if they have to avoid the " easy way " the " montre en trop ". Look what they did in paralell with the Tributes: The Hybris Artistica and Mechanica, the Gyro III, and some stu...
The truth behind the aboandon of the silicon escapement...
I think it was something to see with the fact that the Swatch Group patented the use of silicon escapement... JLC was too slow on that matter and couldn't deal with this legal issue... It is a pity they didn't use the silicon escapement on the 781, but it...
One more thought on EL II fit
Many thanks Nicolas, for highlighting this exceptionally impressive, imaginative, and important JLC. You hit the bulls eye regarding the way this watch wears. In addition to the well-known accommodation provided by the short lugs, micro-adjustable buckle,...
Agreed. Each time I tried it, I was amazed by the comfort.
The case is in Ti Van 15, by the way. ( Titanium Vanadium ). Best, Nicolas.
an awesome piece...
...for a strong wrist...well not strong...just big ;) no jokes, this is cool, truly. thanks Nicolas.
You would be surprised...
As we say in the USA, "pictures... or it didn't happen!" So here you go, a few shots of the EL2 in rose gold, fitting comfortably and handsomely on my girlish 16cm/6.4" wrist: Best, Tim ...
Pretty surprised, actually.
I also agree on the comparison done before with RM, technically speaking, but, perhaps, the unorthodox shape of RM watches is a pro as fitting on a wrist. Thanks for the additional pictures. best regards, chris
Nico what a great picture..
This EL2 is a hell of a watch.. I need to go back to my literature and study its features a bit more,,,,,,I am seriously intrigued. Mo
I will soon post a review I already wrote on this watch. If I find it. ;)
But yes, this is very interesting Watch. Best, Mo. Nicolas
I am in LOVE with this watch
I hope there will be a rose gold Extreme Lab II available when I have the funds to buy one. It would be my FIRST JLC watch! - AT
As for a first JLC, this is a " voie royale ". ;)
I know how much you love it... It has been years you have it in your head... Best, Anthony. Nicolas
Have you ever posted an article on the EL2?
I can't find anything with the search engine.... Mo
Dark Knight's Super-Tool.. Fascinating Avantgarde.. And I guess ..
.. one has really to see & try in the real to better understand & apprehend the mission of this one. Although far beyond my reach, it is a sort of modern icon for JLC .. Captivating ! Best, hs
re: Sunday
I like the splash of red, it breaks up some of the grey and silvers of the dial parts. -MW
In my mind....
I have seen that watch in a clean, non-transparent dial, in a Duometer-style case. Dual-time, digital chrono counter. Very beautiful! -Dean