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What a nice condition!
This watch is in stunning condition. Very impressive!
The ref 109 is a very important watch for me as it was my very first step in the vintage JLC world. Long time ago.
I wanted my move into the vintage world to be safe. That is why I chose this watch: small size, chromium case, so-so condition, but nice movement and fully original. I told to myself that I could learn a lot and I could not lose much!
The beginning of the story....
Some quick pictures of the 109.
When we say Jaeger Lecoultre, we think Geomatic, Geophysic, Memovox, Reverso, Polaris, Deep Sea Alarm, Triple Date, and a few others... But there is also an evident interest in the simple beauty of basic watches such as this not very popular Vintage Jaege...
Well, it's hard not to think of...
the Ref 159 when you see the Ref 109. Especially since JLC presented them together in the catalogue (1945). Thank you for these superb photos, my friend! Was this the one your bought today..?! In that case - congrats, awesome catch! Best Blomman ...
Naaah, this is not the one I bought today.
The one I bought today is a very rare bird. I only saw two in my short collectors life. I think you will have a big suprise... As for the 109, yes, this is a tempting choice, since I have, like you, the SHOM... And the condition is not bad, either... We'l...
Ouch! Lovely pair, my friend.
I don't thank you for giving me such bad ideas. ;) Best, Nicolas
This is a real ...
pleasure for my eyes - the shape of the case, the layout of the movement, the readability and look of the black dial, the big second ... :-) Would not buy the vintage version (personal reasons/view), but would love to see something on that level ... brand...
Me too, I would love to see something like this one, new.
At the only condition that they put a manual movement... Please, not an automatic movement in this one! Best, Nicolas
Simply Said.. Really enjoy 109 and 159, like ..
.. how shall I put it, a more quiet type of enjoyment, without exuberance but appreciation and love for these timeless pieces: One stronger, here darker in appeal (109), the other (159 or even SHOM) with a sober but very charming note. As you know, I have...
What can I say?
I am very happy to see the LB back in town. :) You said it with eloquence. These 2 refs, even if they don't have great movements, are very, highy desirable. Your wife has impeccable taste, but this was evident. Best! Nicolas
Special greetings to a Special person ! :))
Thank you for these soo kind words: - it does indeed feel so nice to be back also !! .. R. sends this one more to you with all her very best and Grandes bises, Best, hs Special greetings from R by 159 ...
What a nice condition!
This watch is in stunning condition. Very impressive! The ref 109 is a very important watch for me as it was my very first step in the vintage JLC world. Long time ago. I wanted my move into the vintage world to be safe. That is why I chose this watch: sm...
So, Ref E 109B!
Very nice one, Marv! You have them all! :) Was studying old documents and if I am not completely off in my French translation, the chrome case version has an "B" in the end. Another interestiong observation I made was that in fact this model has an "E" in...
Indeed
The serial number of this E 109 starts with a "B", as the serial of the solid gold watches ends with an "A". Regards,
This is indeed one I would advice as a first step in the Vintage JLC.
To get used to the smaller case, and to discover all the pleasures a " simple " watch can bring us. Thanks for your input, my friend. Best, Nicolas