Jaeger-LeCoultre

JLC: Introduction and detailed look at the Limited Edition JLC AMVOX2 Part2

 

Jaeger LeCoultre and Aston Martin

From the official JLC press release:
Jaeger-LeCoultre is celebrating this event by presenting two limited editions of the AMVOX2
Chronograph Racing model, which is still the only chronograph operating without push pieces
thanks to its revolutionary patented vertical-trigger system.

For the first time, the AMVOX2 Chronograph Racing limited editions are distinguished by
carbon fiber chronograph counters evoking several structural elements of the LOLA Aston
Martin prototypes competing on racing circuits, such as the monohull chassis, brake discs and
pads capable of withstanding temperature of over 300 degrees Celsius without the slightest
technical hitch. There is indeed no shortage of common denominators between the latest
racing car prototype developed by Aston Martin and the revolutionary AMVOX2 chronograph
conceived by the “Grande Maison” in the Vallée de Joux. Echoing the V12 engine powering the
two LOLA cars equipped with a six-speed sequential control transverse gear-box, the 751E
chronograph movement is distinguished by the ingenious nature of its levers that transmit
pressure on the watch glass to the movement in order to control the functions of the vertical-
trigger chronograph.

Inside the display case:

JLC's Calibre 751E automatic movement provides 65 hours of power reserve inside the 44mm x 5.65mm case.  The Amvox2 Chronograph Racing is available in titanium or black PVD coated titanium.

Available in a White or Black dial.

Waterproof calfskin and leather strap with matching orange stitching on a double deployant

Here's a view of the unique sliding lever for the chronograph functions

Rhodium plated brass hour and minute luminous hands.  Note the high tech look of the carbon fiber chronograph counters, very cool!  These JLC commemorate  the 50th anniversary of the victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with the '1959 - 2009' designation.

The Aston Martin logo spins around in the seconds display disc.

-MW

This message has been edited by DRMW on 2009-08-03 01:56:41