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Excellent Nicholas! When I visited last year, they were still setting up
part of this exhibit, glad to see the finished product. Were you able to see the "wall of movements"? That was really something too. So much history in this magical place and so many different movements over the centuries--I could have stayed a week. Thanks for the great report and sparking my memory.
Best,
Tim
From the Precision to the Complication, an interesting exhibition at the Manufacture.
Since July 2009, and till the 15th of March 2010, the Manufacture organizes a superb exhibition about some prestigious watches. This exhibition is organized in 2 parts, which is logical, by the way. First of all, the work on the precision, without which n...
What a fantastic post, thank you Nicolas!
Feels almost like I was there to see it in person. J The only thing missing is to be able to hear them… It makes me want to jump on the next plane to Switzerland! Thanks for yet another fantastic post! Best Blomman
You're right, Blomman
I missed a sound file for this post...It would have been fantastic to be able to hear all these striking watches, but the soundfile can't give an exact appreciation of their acoustic qualities. Thanks for your input! Best, Nicolas
Posts like this one...
... is what makes PuristSPro stand out compared to other fora. Fantastic post! Not only entertaining and informational but also educational and part of the learning process for an interested watch enthusiast. Thank you very much for the good work! Best, R...
The compliments are to be given to my Contact at the Manufacture and to the
Heritage Gallery Team, for their work and for all the informations provided during my visit at " La Grande Maison ", Rob. If you have the possibility, don't hesitate, and go there, you will be astonished by what you will see. Thanks a lot for your kind wo...
Thank you Nicolas.....
for a great post.... the next best thing after being there...... cheers
Unfortunately....
I was not able.... but at least you took us there my friend..... cheers
The movement is indeed magnificient, Moses...
That would be an excellent addition in a collection! Best, Nicolas
Thanks Nicolas
Very interesting and exaustive as usual.It s very nice how JLC goes from ancient watches to new ones.That keeps the interest alive throughout the journey.Sometimes,just looking at museum pieces,I get a bit bored after a while. So this is a clever way to d...
That helps to understand the link between
The old and the modern pieces, Mo... Once you get this link, you have a totally different appreciation of the modern production, IMO. There is so much to discover and to learn from the " Grande Maison "... Best, my friend. Nicolas
Thanks a lot, Milan. I was sure this post would please you!
This message has been edited by amanico on 2010-03-09 22:29:14
Nothing short of spectacular. Thank you!
The Memovox Deep Sea to the left of the Polaris looks very intriguing.
It is the European model, emcquillan.
A pure beauty! Will try to post something, as I received a new watch recently... Thanks, my friend. Nicolas
Agreed, Marcelo.
Woukld love to see a movement like the Cal 170 adapted to a wristwatch... Even if the Master Tourbillon ( Automatic, tough ) shows some similarities. Best, my friend. Nicolas
Merci Nicolas!
Excellent exhibit, you had better beam me over to see it. Then we shall go to dinner Best, -- Richard.
I do not think I say enough Thank you!
Thank you for all the wonderful posts! Best regards, Baxter
Impressive and inspiring!
Thank you for posting for those of us who cannot attend. Although I am a bit discouraged by the comments made by the manufacture that they will not pursue a new chronometer category time-only calibre because of not seeing it as "profitable" (statement mad...
Although I'm hoping to see a future high end Chronometric piece, the question is
Don't we already have it? Some facts: 1/ JLC won the Chronometry Contest...With 2 pieces. 2/ All the watches are tested following the 1000 Hours control. The specs of the 1 000 Hours Control are more rigorous than the COSC rules. Therefore, if it is not e...
It is totally
useless trying to do some work while you are around :0) just when I try to organize my daily work new post from you appears .... farewell to paycheck Anyway great read thank you again Best Damian
Resistance is futile, Damian...
Why boring yourself with work? Best, my friend. Nicolas
Thanks for sharing this information
I am really exited to see all these striking mechanisms Jaeger LeCoultre has produced. It was very informative and I have started to love this brand more and more. Thank you.
I share your fascination ofr striking watches, Infinity.
Being pocket, wristwatch, alarm or minute repeater, and now Grande Sonnerie, they all have Magic in common. They all add some Poetry in the fine art of watchmaking. They all are fascinating! Best, Nicolas
enjoy reading this post, as you said i felt like being there...
thanks very much, Nico. hope to visit there one day in my life. JLC indeed produces a lot of outstanding movements and watches. stefan
Would be fantastic if I can arrange
A Visit for a group of Purists! Best, my friend and thanks for your nice comments. Nicolas
Excellent Nicholas! When I visited last year, they were still setting up
part of this exhibit, glad to see the finished product. Were you able to see the "wall of movements"? That was really something too. So much history in this magical place and so many different movements over the centuries--I could have stayed a week. Than...
I only went 3 times at the Manufacture, Tim
And I saw this " wall of movements " 2 times. The first time in October 2007, for the inauguration of the Heritage Gallery, and the last time in Ocotber 2009, when I spent 2 days at the Manufacture to prepare all the topics I posted and those I still have...
Thank you for that photograph Nicholas, it really captures the
magnificent nature of what JLC has done. There are so many creations here and what was even more incredible, the number of "movements" that they did not show in the "wall". I truly could have spent many more days just viewing the "Wall". What a place inde...
Nicolas, I can understand your enthousiasm...
as this week I was at the JLC Manufacture and I saw the exhibition. It was indeed very interesting and the part with the repeaters was impressive. But the part that impressed me most from the visit, was the 'wall' with the calibres. Unfortunately, we (I a...
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Nobody is allowed to take pictures inside the Heritage Gallery, for Security Reasons... Sad, but it seems that it is necessary, for the moment. I hope that one day, it will be ok, because there are so many treasures to see there! Here's the picture you wa...
I'm late as always but great post!
Aaaaahhhhhhh, an audio room filled with Memovoxes, Minute Repeaters.... want that for my birthday. Great post, damn shame I cannot make time to pay a visit. So I'll wind up my Reveil, take place in the closet and listen to the sound. Not nearly your visit...
At least you own one of those Striking watches, Starman!
You can be proud of it! Thanks for your nice comments, my friend. Best, Nicolas
The balance wheel on that 160..
..is just fantastic. Looks even better in the test-case. Thanks for this post, Nico
Thanks for this wonderful post, Nicolas...
While nothing beats seeing it in person, this informative post makes up for those of us whom aren't able to attend. Thank you for bringing it here, for us. Best, Goh
Thank you Nico
For a great post and your enthusiam. I would love to see that Geophysic set. Its too bad the exhibition is ending as Im planning to visit in july - do you know if they have anything planned? All the best Christian
In July, COD
There will be another exhibition. I will tell you more in a very few weeks. As for the Géophysic set, you will be able to see it in the flesh at the Manufacture, my friend. Or in Paris ( only the watch ) if you come there! Very Best, Nicolas
thanks Nicolas
that sounds great. Im very exited to hear what it is as for coming to Paris I hoping to go it the autum all the best my friend christian
I will keep you updated, as soon as I know.
As for this next Autumn, I count on you! Best, Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2010-03-11 03:27:29
That was the purpose of the topic, Goh.
Happy to know that you appreciated the post, but as you said, nothing can beat a real visit! Highly recommended. Best, and thanks a lot for your kind comments. Nicolas
It will be great to take a trip together..
never been to JLC ,,,ah we could also have a beer or 2 after the visit....ciao Nico.Mo
I know a nice bar, in front of the Manufacture...
Would be great, indeed! Best, Nicolas
Thanks for a mesmerizing report filled with photos...
...of the most wonderful delicacies! Another classic post from you, Nicolas! Thanks so much. I enjoyed it thoroughly. You know what I dream about? I dream of visiting Le Sentier with you and Dje and having both of you guide me through all the wonders at t...
There are so many treasures to see at La Grande Maison, Daos.
And so many kind people to meet! We really have to try organize something. Best, and thanks for your kind comments, Sister. Nicolas
Outstanding
What a phantastic post Nicoals. While i didnt have the chance to see the exhibition with my own eyes, (and enjoy the sound), you really made it possible for me to be there for a few moments. thank you so much, Stefan