Is Patek really considered number 1 ?

JLC Minute repeaters

By: MDT : March 18th, 2025-00:38

I am looking into some JLC Minute repeaters as they are wonderful, and seem undervalued. Its a bit confusing as it seems some folks interchangeably use the term ‘Master Minute Repeater’, and ‘Master Grand Tradition Minute Repeater’. It seems however they ...

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Yes. They're different. Master only means round-cased in JLC-speak. Nice problem to have!

By: patrick_y : March 18th, 2025-00:41

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Too example posts to review

By: Bill : March 18th, 2025-00:53

The Master Grand Tradition Minute Repeater typically features more high-end finishing, additional complications, and a higher price tag due to these added elements. A quick view on the Jaeger Lecoultre Master Grande Tradition Minute Repeater Perpetual Whi...

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THANK YOU Bill. This is so helpful !!!

By: MDT : March 18th, 2025-02:34

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Do they sound nice? I wonder how they would rank with other brands if Patek is no. 1

By: dte2 : March 18th, 2025-01:58

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By: MDT : March 18th, 2025-02:03

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That is the general consensus that I have been hearing. I am not sure who else contends in terms of tone, loudness, and consistency.

By: dte2 : March 18th, 2025-04:25

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I have not loved the few I’ve heard in person. The patek I’ve heard before has sounded better. YMMV.

By: m2 : March 18th, 2025-02:35

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Ask about servicing and costs.... and be aware of what you're getting into.

By: enjoythemusic : March 18th, 2025-11:50

JLC is seemingly cheaply priced for a good reason. Ask around here on WPS as for why. Plus one should NEVER buy a repeater without hearing it in person IMHO. Lots of lackluster-sounding examples from various retail brands out there imho.

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