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I just bught a Ref 70
I just bought a Ref 70 Barometer, Alarm, Clock at an antique store here in Katy, Texas. The frame, however, is not the shiny brass or gold like in the picture on this site but a dull brown. Other than that it is identical to the picture of the Ref 70 shown here. I paid $40 USA for this beautiful little desk clock/alarm/barometer and I will keep this forever. It keeps perfect time and is in perfect condition.
I do not see any serial numbers on the back and by the numerals on the face of the clock, I estimate this to be manufactured in the 1940's but I am not really sure. Can anyone tell me when this fantastic time piece was created?
Thanks,
Barry Begault
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(Jaeger) LeCoultre…
When we talk about Jaeger LeCoultre we often think (me included) only about the European market watches… We tend to forget the US market watches! Recently one of our friends here showed us a remarkable collection of LeCoultre watches and shared some good ...
Can't believe it... You found the Ref 70 ( Barometer, Thermometer and Alarm ) ?
Funnily, I found the Ref 69 ( Alarm ) some months ago, but still at the spa... But I'm still onn the hunt for the Ref 70! As to answer your question, there are models which don't disturb me to be LeCoultre watches: The Polaris and the DSA, for example, as...
The Ref 69?!
Nice! Looking forward to see it when it’s back from SPA! They are very charming these small clocks! I agree with you that some on of the models I still prefer JCL instead of LC. But my general thought of LC has changed a lot! What I don’t like is all the ...
Totally agreed on your thoughts about gold plated and gold filled.
Exactly the same for me. As for the Ref 69, yes, I was lucky enough to find one, now I just have to keep my fingers crossed to see it completely serviced... It is a member of the Jubilé Family, after all, like your Ref 70! Best, my friend. Nicolas.
Wish you a happy return!
Now I will have to start looking for a Ref 69… Best, my friend Blomman
I found a Ref 70
Hey! I just bought a 70 at and antique store in Katy, Texas in perfect condition! I keeps excellent time and I absolutely love this little time piece. I would like to know the age of it thought. I assume it is probably from the 1940's . I paid $40.00 in U...
Ref70
Yes, I thought it was a good price and I like the fact that it's small and all mechanical. I like mechanical clocks and have always wanted a nice desk clock, with a barometer and thermometer. This is a beautiful timepiece and I am just trying to find out ...
I will also have to
stop looking at your posts not only Vlad :0) Thank you for sharing To be continued??? BEst Damjan
Damjan, I understand why you avoid Vlad’s posts…
But mine are harmless! To be continued? Well if I ever finds the Ref 69 I promise to return to this topic! Thank you, Damjan! Best Blomman
i got through the mental journey as yours...
... to me, initially, i also had the same mental difficulty in accepting American version of JLC... when collecting, tried not to touch them... but somehow after reading more and more, found actually LC or JLC have no difference! after all, i have several...
Yes, the J, JLC and LC can be …
Confusing in the beginning! And frankly I still have problem with the Jaeger definition. Jaeger=Clocks in US, but watches in France..?! Good to know I am not alone doing taking trip..! Best Blomman
yet another
Fantastic post - keep them coming, even though I suffer a bit every time. I love that clock, that would be a dream to wake up to. Thanks again! --Sancerre
Thank you, Sancerre!
For you kind words! Well, I have some idée’s for some more posts… Will try to find time to write, but I will try to make them less painful…! Best Blomman
You have more tricks than all Harry Potter movies combined!
That alarm/baro/thermo clock is most surprising. Ruckdee
Nice clock
Blomman, So are you the guy who's collection the are going to put on show in paris next time. I figure that you are already preparing it with Nicolas. Best regards, George
Sadly NO!
My collection is far too small… …and incomplete. But thank you for the thought, George! Best Blomman
You never failed to impress...
Nice clock Blomman. I don't have such 'problem' about LeCoultre and I have daren't venture into vintage pieces. Best, Goh
Goh, you should try the vintage road…
It’s a long and tricky road – but a lot of fun! Thank you, Goh! Best Blomman
One more thing to add to the wish list
That Alarm-Thermometer-Barometer clock is amazing. I want one!!!!! That is a nice post. To think, a 125 anniversary in 1958! Awesome! Great post, Blomman, as always. So, I had not realized that the DSA really does look a bit smaller than than the Pola. Is...
The DSA is indeed smaller then the Polaris!
I will check but I think the DSA is about 39mm (Pola 42mm) and not as thick as the Polaris. Respo, time to start hunting clocks…? Thank you, my friend! Best Blomman
The DSA is 39, 5mm, the Polaris is indeed 42 mm, and ...
You have a difference of at least 3 mm in terms of thickness between the DSA ( circa 13 mm ) and the Pola ( 17 mm ). Best, Nicolas.
Soon...
Soon it is time to start hunting clocks, my friend. I know I must have a JLC clock on my desk or shelf before too long. The question will be which one... Best, respo
I just bught a Ref 70
I just bought a Ref 70 Barometer, Alarm, Clock at an antique store here in Katy, Texas. The frame, however, is not the shiny brass or gold like in the picture on this site but a dull brown. Other than that it is identical to the picture of the Ref 70 show...
real kickass jubilee collection Blomman
the condition of the pieces you find are just incredible to me. Mere mortals like me have to go without box, papers and discolored dials and hopefully original hands and glass! You have to conduct a masterclass one day when you have 'completed' your colle...
Thank you for your kind words, Damien!
This is an old post of mine - you should have a look at one more recent post for more of the Jubilé collection... jlc.watchprosite.com = One day I hope to be able to show you a complete(?) set of the Jubilé! An ongoing discussion - what ...