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Thanks, Nicolas
...for this review of what was obviously the showstopper at SIHH (at least as presented by JLC and perhaps by all brands).
This is without doubt a stunning watch. JLC never disappoints in terms of delivering interesting pieces year after year.
As for the finishing of the movement, I wish JLC were consistent in its finishing for this Duometre line. Like you, I wish the finishing had been at this level for the previous Duometre pieces. While JLC makes more of its watches accessable to more people by not finishing at such high levels across the board, perhaps this line of watches, and perhaps one or two other lines, should be finsihed at the highest level even if that means higher prices. Let's face it, none of the Duometre watches is very afforadable or appealing to anyone but the most serious collectors.
I also find the second timezone (fuseau) curious. I would have preferred this piece to have been all about the precision of the tourbillon -- perhaps that should have been THE only complication presented.
I still prefer the Gyro 1, in the end, when it comes to these dual-axis tourbis. But that may be my onw personal leaning toward concept watches. Nevertheless, it is great to see the Duometre line extended by this and the smaller version of the Quantieme Lumaire (which I love).
Thank you,
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JLC SIHH 2012: The Duometre à Spherotourbillon.
If you allow me to paraphrase the famous advertizing about the Duometre, in this case I would say " One watch, Tow Chapters of the JLC Book ". Clearly, the all new Duometre à Sphérotourbillon belongs to the Duometre family thanks to its original concept, ...
Magical post about extraordinary piece
once more you gave us first hand info about this amazing novelty from JLC The movement looks gorgeous of course I prefer RG piece Another thing I like is applied logo on buckle..nice touch. Now I'm curious about the next one the direction JLC will make wi...
Their collection of high end pieces starts to be impressive, I agree.
I would have hard time choosing between the Gyro I and this Spherotourbillon, by the way. If only I could have this kind of problem or dilemma! Believe me, you're not he only one to suffer. But isn't it a delicious torture? Best, my friend. Torquemaded Ni...
Last?
Nicolas, You used the word, "Last," in your opening. Do you mean "latest?" -Dean
Very impressed..
I was very impressed when i handled it ,the main feature for me is that JLC managed to keep it in a Duometre size case,making this watch wearable and elegant,what a great effort. Technically ,its magical,the same kind of magic that the Gyro produces,aeste...
Nicely put, my friend.
This is a hyper elegant watch, not a one night love, but love for life. The more you see it, the better you understand it, and then, you love it. I love the direction JLC took, with this Sphero: Understatement at its paroxysm. As for the finish of the oth...
Yes I agree...
that wouldn t bother me,I love my Duos so much anyway that I wouldn t mind have payed more... Mo
I feel this is just the most exciting family from JLC...
Which can compete with the best watches from other brands! Best, Nicolas, who misses his Duometre.
speechless....
Maybe i could call it grail. Btw, is it possible to know the retaik price? Thanks nico for the ext3nsive post.
Thanks for this nico! A masterpiece
From Jlc i must say. From your pics, the pt appeals more.
HQ post.
Great reading and pics. Another fantastic timepiece from JLC. Thanks, Nico. Vte
If you have the possiblity to see it in the flesh, jump on the opportunity.
It is even more captivating in the real. Thanks for your kind comments, Vicente. Best, Nicolas.
A review as I love them
Full of tehcnical elements added to impressions .... As far as I'm concerned, technical issues and particularities of a watch are as important as its look and I wish so often I would find more such details in reviews when dealing with a great timepiece. T...
There is much more to say about the Sphero, Mark.
And no doubt that we'll come back to it later. As for the level of finish, check than anglages, for example: They are much deeper on the Sphero than on the two former models. The decoration, though, is very close, in terms of aesthetics. I am impressed by...
This is absolutely breathtaking. Sometimes I must remind myself to realize...
...that the mechanical magic on the screen or on the wrist is actually a wristwatch after all. Thank you for this unique insider's view of what went behind the scene before we can see such splendor at the show. Ruckdee
Nothing can beat the real experience, Ruckdee.
You will see the ballet of the Sphero, which is dangerously envouting... Best, and thanks for your input, Ruckdee. Nicolas
The very least we can do is say...
Thank you for such an inspired account of this piece. Also amazed at how you're able to maintain this level of energy right out of SIHH. Again, thank you.
Thanks, Echi.
There was a lot of blood to drink, at the SIHH... + Many holes in some nacks, after my visit. Best, Nicolas
I prefer Platinum.
Great write-up Nicolas, definitely the watch of the year for me. Best regards, George
Me too, but it is not a surprise, is it? :)
Thanks for your kind wordsn my friend. Best, Nicolas
Thanks, Nicolas
...for this review of what was obviously the showstopper at SIHH (at least as presented by JLC and perhaps by all brands). This is without doubt a stunning watch. JLC never disappoints in terms of delivering interesting pieces year after year. As for the ...
Many things to say, Respo.
Agree with you on the finish of the Duometre... Good, but it could be better ( the Chrono and the Q.L ), at this horological level. As for the 2d Time Zone provided on the Sphero, there are two things: First of all it is another complication. Why not? I h...
Impressive Nico
Bravo to JLC, every year they bring their technical savvy to horology world, I think this piece is much better than Gyro, as Sphero dont have ball cage outside the tourbi, and as for the hairspring, as Dje said, it is like a d*mn hearbeat, simply mesmeris...
The tough thing is to try to find OUR favourite watch.
The JLC catalog of high end pieces is getting bigger and bigger, each year. I would say Gyro I, because I am always faithful to my first love, but hey, this Sphero is far from being an uninteresting option! Thanks for sharing your opinion here, E.S. Best,...
With watches like that you have to wonder...
... if there is any manufacture at all that can compete with Jaeger-LeCoultre regarding technical knowledge? All the watches you mention in your post must surely belong to the most elevated echelon of horological mastery! Very impressive little wristmachi...
You can be proud of your MUT 34!
It is an excellent part of JLC genius. The Sphero is a brilliant and understated demonstration of JLC mastery, indeed. It left me a very strong impression. Thanks for your kind words, Rob. Nicolas.
Best of JLC , last decade album.
-The best Idea of JLC this last ten years, or let's say the most remarkable one was the Gyrotourbillon. It is here different but we find somthing in the idea. A very impressive Tourbillon with this magnificent spring like a deck watch. And the finish is t...
I am a big fan of the Duometre, as you know, Francçois.
So you can imagine my impatience to discover a new member of this family. I often said it, but the Duometre-whatever is the model- is a brilliant watch, with a nice dial, a great case ( a tad thinner would be great, but the movement is an obstacle to thin...
Fantastic review !
Hi Nico, Thanks a lot for your great job. I learnt a lot about this exceptional watch. Amitiés, Didier.
Envouting as you said...
Is the best word to describe your post mi querido Hermano. Gracias por compartir estos artículos meravillosos. Excellente! Thanks my friend. René P.S. Jaeger-LeCoultre has always been an innovative house, but lately it is reaching MAGNIFICENCE with it's w...
A superb review for a great watch
First of all, thanks a lot for this comprehensive review. The watch deserves it. It is a very clever use of the dualwing concept. Actually, I was never convinced by the stop tourbillon by Lange due to the fact that the balance wheel needs several seconds ...
Definitely, the compromise between the volume and the sophistication is remarkable. Thanks
For your input, Fx. Best, Nicolas
Thank you Nicolas
Hi Nicolas, Thank you for your superb review and pics. No it's not cold it's just that the platinum one was aimed at being worn to go out skiing I love this watch, and for me it is the watch of the show! I love the concept about real precision, I love the...
Certainly on my top three list of favourites watches at the SIHH.
And I would rank it number one, too. Not because it is a JLC, but because it is my conception of a very fine watch, from the case to the dial and movement. Very convincing watch, from the Grande Maison. Thanks for your input! Best, my friend. Nicolas
Thank you Nicolas...
...for the photos of this remarkable watch and for the explanation that accompanied each photo, without which I would be lost. Do you have any idea when/if JLC will open a boutique in NYC? I would love to be able to see some of these treasures in the meta...
No idea about that, Neil.
But I don't think you will see a JLC Boutique in NY, this year. As fro the watch, it is good to be lost, when it is with such a delicious timekeeper. Best, my friend. Nicolas
brilliant review
this is such a fine timepiece I would find it hard to believe another offer at sihh could top it in terms of excitement. this really does act as a wonderful flagship to JLC's high end line. that said, I hope some folks sell their other Duometres to buy th...
Defintely a top piece from the SIHH 2012. And certainly THE top watch.
The Q.L or the Chrono are far from being bad choices, Pat. The Sphero is the same and a different Duometre, like a member of the same family. These Duometres are driving me crazy! Best, Nicolas
Impressive Spherotourbillon from JLC
Great report Nicolas. The Spherotourbillon is very impressive and one of my favorite pieces from this year's SIHH. Regards, ED-209
Beautiful, is it me or is the font size on the platinum one bigger?
I think I like the smaller font size better. regards Robert
I think it is you... Or, at least, my pictures.
Just reviewed the pictures, and to me, the font is the same... A visual effect from the angle I took the pictures? Best, Nicolas
really, the last front side picture next to each
other (or the first one in the larger piece of text) the font size on 'quantieme' and 'spherotourbillion' seems the same but on the dates seems bigger? Or should I stop and go home to rest Do appreciate the watches and all the information you share. Rober...
so, I went home and didn't visit till just now....
Still no difference. I'd better go and see my optician this weekend. Good weekend to you and love to see what the new week will bring
:) Maybe is it due to the angle of the picture?
Which always brings some distorsion... Next week, next novelty... Best, Nicolas
What shall one say ?.. A 'summit' post .. For a 'summit' piece..
.. This family of Duometres has got another jewel: - technically, aesthetically - but also on an emotional significance level, it appears . Your review again lets one feel that spirit, (which always mesmerizes me), but also the DNA of the piece. as well a...
Thanks for your very kind words, hs.
The very good thing with this STratoSphero Tourbillon is that it also helps to better appreciate the other ( more affordable ) offers from the Duometre Family, and man, I can really say that I miss my Duo à Chronographe very much! When I saw the Sphe...
I've been away for a while ...
and came back to an incredibly moving post. Not only have you presented this work of art and science in a way that informs and impresses beyond words, but your passion for this piece will keep me thinking of this masterpiece for a very, very long time. On...
Thanks for your very kind words, David. But it is always easier to write a post
About a watch when the watch is great. Best, Nicolas
Beautiful review......
Bravo Nicolas, what a marvellous review and beautiful pictures, I really didn't need the heat of these emotions as it is 41C here in Perth but what a pleasure to read and see these magical timepieces. Is it a coincidence that both JLC and Lange (being par...
Hi François!
Affordabilty is not an issue. I mean, I always have pleasure to see an Aston Martin in the street, and I am thnkful to his owner to have given me some seconds of paradise. Same for the Sphero: I will certainly never get it, as it is both limited and not i...
Double seal, yes.....soon!!!
By the way, do you remember I told you how much I loved the Duometre a Chronographe but that I felt it was too big for me? Well, in Singapore I visited the JLC boutique and tried the Duometre with black dial...and it is magic, not too big anymore!!!. It i...
Excellent decision!
I was never able to decide which one I prefer, the platinum with its sublime grained dial, or the more powerful WG Black Dial... You will have one of the finest, if not THE finest modern Chronograph. Best, my friend. Nicolas
Terrific look at perhaps the novelty of the year...
In my opinion. I appreciate the summary of the previous complications too. Sometimes I look at the release year and think I am really old as they don't seem so long ago! The ST seems like an incredible evolution of the Duo line. The DNA is there. JLC cont...
The richness of the high end collection is getting more and more
Impressive, for sure. And even more when you think that these exceptional pieces started to pop up in ... 2004! Thanks for your input, Michael, and Best! Nicolas
An impressive piece of Haute Horologie !
1s per day !!! That's what I like really. Nicolas, could you consider doing a review on the new Ultra Thin Tourbillion sometime soon? That would be more "accessible" than this sphero. Many thanks Tri
Thanks for your input.
Yes, of course I will post a review on the MUT Tourbillon. I still have three or four reviews to post, on the JLC SIHH 2012 collection. Stay tuned! Best, Nicolas
