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Very Nice!
I like it a lot. The blued seconds hand and lovely silver dial make it timeless.
Thanks again for another excellent report and teaser Nicolas. At least you didn't make us wait too long...
I have to admit I was hoping for a new incarnation of the Geophysic---something simple and hightly anti-magnetic to compete with the Milgauss and Ingenieur. But maybe we'll still see a new Geophysic? It is still early...I can only hope.
Revealing the ....
The MASTER MEMOVOX Coming Back! I'm sure that many of us will be happy to hear such good news. JLC discontinued the last emanation of the Memovox, the Master Reveil, in 2005, which let all the fans of this watch a bit " orphan ". An Historical summary: Fr...
Very nice and good news
It was my first JLC back in 1987. Looking forward to see it soon Thanks Nico. Asi
That was exactly what I thought and felt when I saw this watch, Bijo.
A nice return in the Past. But in a modern way. I think this is not the only surprise the Grande Maison will offer this year... Best, my friend. Nicolas
Looks perfect for me... Great review
I'm in love with this kind of JLC. Here's my vintage memovox Thanks...
Very nice " Speed Beat ", Charles.
That's the problem with the Memovoxes, Charles... There are so many beautiful ones which were made. Yours is grogeous, as well as your pic. Best! Nicolas
Excellent news...
I really like the new style lugs and bezel. Also the crowns on the new model seem smaller than on the previous, which I can only approve of! I cannot wait to see how the 40mm will look and feel. I have a feeling that with the case changes it could be even...
Sorry for the teasing, Nikolaj
But this watch deserved such a teasing, don't you think? I'm really happy to see it back again, improved with some great details. I think it will be a hit, if I judge from the first reactions, here. Best, my firend. Nicolas
I liked the teasing actually, it's part of the fun here...
I myself was betting on a re-invention of the Geo-matic based on the case back engraving. I certainly seems that you managed to create quite a hype for this watch with this little photo (or maybe the watch did it itself??) It is definitely good to see thi...
You can beleive me, Nikolaj, the teasing didn't end...
There are some other nice surprises which are waiting for us... Best, Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-12-01 08:11:40
Oh boy! So now I'm back to dreaming during sleepless nights...
looking forward to it though!
Nice piece
But just really unfortunate that it is an automatic! Well mon ami, might you have any news of a remontage manuel novelty for me in exchange? LOl! Cheers Stephen
Beatuful pics as usual Nico....
of another beautiful JLC...!! So my first original guess from your teasing was correct.....I did hope it was going to be an alarm piece..!! Pity it has a solid back as that was nice on the last one but you can't have everything in life. Cheers, Andy.
I'm quite happy to see a nice solid case back on this piece
We had only one Memo which used a sapphire case back, the one from the 90ies, housing a MANUAL Alarm movement. Here, this is an AUTOMATIC movement, hence, you'd see nothing which would deserved to be shown, IMO. So, I prefer a solid case back, with a nice...
Your a classy guy Nico....
I still just love to see movements as they just look like living things..!! Having said that the only piece I have with a display back is the Grande Sun Moon....no display on the 292 so I can't even admire the swans neck but i know it's in there..!! Best ...
Like it !
Nice case on this new version. It reminds me a bit of this oldtimer: (sorry for the poor quality picture) (and yes, this one is a hand-wound ! ) On the version you show us here in Le Sentier, we can see that it differs in some points from the watch that w...
..and another thing...
The press release version says "Memovox" on the dial, while Nicolas' prototype says "Reveil" Nevertheless, I want one....and I want it NOW...;-) Claus
Yes, but my pic was taken in October
So the name of the watch could have changed... Nothing is definitive, till the SIHH. Let's see! Best, Nicolas
Of course, Clavi, " mine " was a proto
So things can change till the next SIHH. The name, for example. On the proto, it is called Reveil, while I guess that it will rather be Memovox. I also guess that some improvements will be made on the definitive version, as you pointed out some of them. T...
I could yes
I could consider it, sure as it is very nice and a "true" memovox. But at the moment, I have to save on the watch budget and to focus on my 'old' watches (I am very much into the triple dates at the moment...)
LOL, Clavi
How I understand you.... An endless story, indeed. I saw some very nice specimen, lately. The lugs are to die for, and the dial is just sublime. Good hunt! Best, Nicolas
Nico, you know what will be the question we like to ask...
when will it be officially launched, Nico? by the way, very nice shots, like this one - new dial details and the solid caseback! stefan
They will be introduced at the SIHH, in January
Ad the forst pieces are waited in June, if all works well... Impatient, hey??? Best, my friend. Nicolas
I want one !!!
I was actually looking for a Master Reveil but quite rare on the pre-owned market. Thanks Nicolas for the information, report and pictures. Best, Pascal
I really love this watch line/spirit...
I was having some thought about this one (Reveil) and when I saw it in flesh (last Tuesday during L.U.C dinner), I've been convinced that I want one. And now a re-edition, so what could I expect more Best, Pascal
It looks like you're starting a nice JLC Alarm collection, Pascal.
Can't agree more with you, my friend. Best, Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-12-02 00:16:32
You're right Nicolas, I need alarm watches ..
...to wake up! A single one is not enough, so first one at 8AM, second one at 8.15AM and sometimes I would need another one at 8.30AM Any idea when JLC will propose a Répétition alarm watch?
It already exists, but it is not a JLC.
The U.N Sonata, which is an Alarm which sounds like a Minute Repeater. Best, Nicolas
Wonderful Report and sneak preview
I can't wait to see it in the metal. It is very elegant and understated. I love it!
Be sure that I will do a full report on the Definitive watch!
But the good thing was that I was able to take some pics of the proto, so we'll see the improvements on the definitive watch. I share your excitement, emcquillan! Best, Nicolas
Timeless
First thing that came to my mind. It looks like it can be produced 15 years from now or 15 years in past and thank you for case back reminders :0) now I look less ridiculous :0) Best Damian This message has been edited by Ares501 on 2009-11-30 10:21:55
Can't agree more, Damian
With this watch, you have a part of the JLC Patrimony, mixing the Past, the Present, and without doubt, the Future. I'm very pleased to see this watch re introduced in the catalogue. An Icon is back! Best, my dear friend. Nicolas
I have to say that you were the first, PP, to have found the answer
And you gave me hard time to try to hide it, to save my teaser! )) Well played, PP! Best, Nicolas
Thank you...
my friend.... Cheers This message has been edited by PinkPanther on 2009-12-01 06:07:27
Thank you Nicolas!
Fantastic report, I love it. Every detail works in the pictures, can't wait to see it in person. I have always regretted missing out on the previous version. Curious, it looks like they are moving away from the gold seal. It's been a long time since we've...
If you think about it, Patrick
The alarm most often went with a solid case back, except the 90ies Memo. Why? Because it is an automatic movement, first. So there is nothing really interesting to see. Then, because a sapphire case back would disturb the quality of the Alarm sound? So, i...
Sorry for the confusion, what I meant to ask was...
...do you beleive they are moving away from using the (applied?) gold seal on solid Master case backs. I have seen this in the compressor line, but I beleive all of the previous generation steel Master series watches with a solid back had a gold seal. Is ...
Thank you NIcolas...
...for the photos now I only have one question does it come with a black dial? N
Yes, Neil
But this is another story...and post! Thank you, my friend. Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-12-01 04:04:06
Great news, Nicolas...
This watch must have lots of lovers. But, I must admit, that IMO, nothing can beat your two Deeps Sea Alarms. I love them, I think that them are two of the most nice and appealing watches that I´ve never seen... And I was a lucky man being able to admire ...
That is another story, Emilio
Of course, the D.S.A are stunning. But my problem is that I also love this one... Damn, I need some serious diet! Best, Hermano. Nicolas
Like it, but not as much as the old Reveil
Thanks for a great report Nicolas. We discussed this topic a long while and I suppose all JLC lovers would like to see a new Memovox or Reveil. To me the old Reveil is a real beauty. It has quite a solid case IMO a nice bezel and a wonderfull 38 mm. Combi...
LOL, Starman,
I hear you perfectly on your arguments on the former Master Reveil. What you said is true, it looks chunkier, and it may please to some, without any doubts. Will a black dialed Memo come? The answer is ...YES! Do I already have a pic of it? NO. Sometimes,...
Enfin !
Thanks a lot for the pictures Nicolas. It's good to have real picture of an steel watch. Now, i want to compare the new memovox with my old réveil in the same hand. Nicolas too
We'll arrange that, Saniloc
As soon as possible, we'll take a pic of your Master Reveil, aside with the new Memo. Thanks for having let me play with yours, and for having allowed me to tae pics of yours. Best, my friend. Nicolas ( too ).
Here i am !
Phone me when we can do this. I think that this picture will interest a lot of people. if only you had known before that you were going to have the new memovox in hand, I would have spent you my master réveil
Rather nice, Nico...
I really like the crowns, which are very similar to the low profile crowns found on EPSA cases.... and that seconds hand is magnificent.
Eagle eyes, Ben!
Well seen, about the crowns! So, just rather nice? Best, my friend. Nicolas
Very Nice!
I like it a lot. The blued seconds hand and lovely silver dial make it timeless. Thanks again for another excellent report and teaser Nicolas. At least you didn't make us wait too long... I have to admit I was hoping for a new incarnation of the Geophysic...
As a big fan of the Géophysic, I share your hopes
I would really like to see a modern interpretation of the Géophysic, too. But, for now, I can only say that this Memo is a superb appetizer on what we will see in a very next future! Stay tuned. Best, Nicolas
Wow, excellent news....
Well worth the wait indeed. Does it come with bracelet, like the Hometime? Can't wait to compare it side-by-side with my Reveil. Any indication if JLC would offer one on black dial - perhaps as a boutique edition? Goh
I don't know all the details on the accessories
Which which will come with this watch, BUT I can tell you that something nice will be revealed ASAP. A Bracelet? I can only share a guess, as all hsn't be said, for the moment, but I think it may be very poosible to have a bracelet on this version. Best, ...
Great for Memovox lovers like me! :)
Wonder if they will ever be able to do it in clear back though. Thanks Nic for the info. cheers Pat
No, Pat
As I previously said, the movement is the Cal 956, an automatic one, and since there is not much to be seen, I do think that a solid case back is the best solution, IMO. Therefore, I'm not sure an alarm will perfectly sound with a sapphire case back. Best...
Very nice, very...
Hi Nicolas, A very nice new model. A real elegant and exciting watch. Thank you for sharing! For me too bad that it has a solid back. Although the engraving is very nice I really would like to be able to see the beautiful movement. Greets Rik
Aaah Rik, this is the eternal problem
Put a sapphire case back, and you'll have a lot of people to say that it wans't worth it. Put a solid case back, and you'll have some to regret the sapphire case back... Best, my friend. Nicolas
Wonderful news...
This watch should never have left the range. I really like it and am pleased with the alerations to the previous model. Thanks for posting Nicolas David
If it is the price to pay to completely re think the watch, why not?
It allowed JLC to re think the watch, and us to measure all the loe we have for this piece.... Best, my friend. Nicolas
Ah, this is the one!
A great comeback! And one more JLC I will have to consider. Thank you for the reveal! Best regards, Baxter
I feel we'll be many to consider it, Baxter.
It belongs to the rare category of " Must Have " watches for every JLC fan and Alarm Lovers, IMO.... Best, and thanks for your nice words, Baxter. Nicolas
Thanks for the post Nico
Great looking watch,elegant and understated class.Again Tradition and innovation is really the perfect motto for JLC.Glad the memo is back!Yours,Mo.
Can't agree more, Mo.
Wearing it a whole day was a superb experience! Best, my friend. Nicolas
Finally! Thanks a lot!
Looks great so far. I'm looking forward to the World time version of it. I'm still not sure if I like it more than the NSA. Sure, totally different watches... Best regards
Totally different watches, as the E 855 and the Polaris were.
This Memo is a dressy watch, which can actually be worn with less formal suits, while the Polaris is sportier. Hence, the difficulty to compare these 2 Memovoxes. The solution? Getting both of them. Best, Nicolas
I believe the fomer Master Reveil was 38.7mm in diameter
Look into a 2002-2003 JLC brouchure.
I love it, but must confess...
that I really miss the "Memovox" Master Black with the exhibition back, so that you could SEE the gong getting hammered (not drunk) . -Dean
A black dialed version will be offered, but AFAIK
No sapphire case back... I just can tell you " Wait and See ". But I agree that the Black Memo from the 90ies was a superb watch. I'm hunting it, by the way! Best, Nicolas
LE with black dial
Will the black dial be the only difference between the regular steel model and the LE model in steel? If yes, this would - IMHO - not justify any significant difference in prices. However, an engraved back with a gold plate as additional 'goodie' would ma...
he he he he.......
You know me well my friend...... You are the moderator- it is up to you to reveal...... Cheers
Will you reveal
this information still in December? As I'm on a business trip for several weeks in Jan. and Feb. I would have to place any order in advance at my AD. So any further hint regarding the LE in steel would be very helpful.
I think I will be allowed to.
For the moment, the informations about the black dialed Memo are under embargo... But, AFAIK, it won't be a very short batch, so you will have the time to place your order. Best, Nicolas
Nice revival!
Thank you for the report Nico! Can't wait to discover the pink gold version, seems to be very charming in the press scans!!!
You're absolutely right to mention the RG version
I didn't, only because I didn't see it in the flesh, but it looks like another winner, indeed. Thanks, and Best! Nicolas
Great reveal!
Ah, so that is what you had up your sleeve. It is great that JLC brought back the Memovox. It was missing from the current lineup of alarm watches. I really like the new Master case style for this one and the 40mm size is a wonderful modern day size that ...
The dimensions are a great pro, in this case
Keep in mind that the new Memovox is 40 mm big and 14,08 mm thick, while the former Master Reveil was 38, 5 mm and 14, 025 thick. So, almost the same thickness for the a bigger size sounds lie the promise of nicer volumes. If I'm in? Yes, I will get one, ...
A logical move by JLC ...
It seems the cal 956 is becoming a work horse indeed, but why still insist on all these limited editions? Limited production more like it! I really like the new case, but the crowns look awkward. Cheers, Rick
The white dialed version is not a LE, I'm 100% sure.
The Black dialed version will be a LE... Not the white dial. Best, my friend. Nicolas
Great news but...
...I agree with my pal Starman that I prefer the Dauphine hands. Maybe it's our "father's love" of our old Reveils. JLC has time to change that hands as you said that it is a prototipe yet, ;-) isn't it? Great news. Thanks!
Well, I guess that there will always be
Some people who will prefer these hands to the Dauphine, and the contrary... Best, Nicolas