JLC - One more thought on EL II fit

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, and lightweight titanium case, the EL2 features a unique ratcheting lug that's hard to describe but delightful to use. A user inserts the quick-release strap of choice (all EL2s feature a tool-free strap exchange), and the inner portion of the lugs rotate to bring the shoulder of the strap into contact with the wrist.

For anyone who has ever tried a Hublot Big Bang/King Power or AP ROO and noticed the regrettable tendency of the strap to project far beyond the lugs and away from your wrist (think hula hoop!), the EL2 ratcheting lugs remedy this phenomenon.

Although my wrist is 6.4"/16cm, I have no problem wearing the EL2 securely. I'd go so far as to say it wears *much* smaller than the 46+mm Compressor Extremes. Even the rose gold version doesn't overwhelm with its added mass.

Best,

Tim

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Black Sunday picture: JLC Extrem Lab II.

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-00:50

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

By: Dje : July 6th, 2014-01:28

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.

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-01:31

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

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...

By: Tim_M : July 6th, 2014-04:32

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.

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-11:06

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...

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-10:58

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

By: Tim_M : July 6th, 2014-04:36

Agreed. Each time I tried it, I was amazed by the comfort.

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-11:09

The case is in Ti Van 15, by the way. ( Titanium Vanadium ). Best, Nicolas.

This is my

By: Ares501 - Mr Green : July 6th, 2014-07:51

blackest JLC obsession Yours D

Nicely said! ;) [nt]

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-11:11

an awesome piece...

By: gensiulia : July 6th, 2014-08:27

...for a strong wrist...well not strong...just big ;) no jokes, this is cool, truly. thanks Nicolas.

You would be surprised...

By: Tim_M : July 6th, 2014-08:54

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 ...

Yes, the evidence in pictures... ;) +1. [nt]

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-11:14

Pretty surprised, actually.

By: gensiulia : July 6th, 2014-13:40

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

Try it you would be surprised. It is really easy to wear, even for a normal wrist. [nt]

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-11:13

As soon as I get the opportunity, thanks :) [nt]

By: gensiulia : July 6th, 2014-13:41

And come back to us, please!

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-13:42

Nico what a great picture..

By: moc : July 6th, 2014-12:43

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. ;)

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-13:39

But yes, this is very interesting Watch. Best, Mo. Nicolas

I am in LOVE with this watch

By: AnthonyTsai : July 6th, 2014-13:24

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 ". ;)

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-13:40

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?

By: moc : July 6th, 2014-13:26

I can't find anything with the search engine.... Mo

Naah, but I will soon do so. I have to post something about the QL Enamel, first. ;) [nt]

By: amanico : July 6th, 2014-13:41

Dark Knight's Super-Tool.. Fascinating Avantgarde.. And I guess ..

By: hs111 : July 6th, 2014-23:36

.. 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