Jaeger-LeCoultre

My second Tourbillon and first serious non-Patek. Bought number 42 of 500. I like this watch a lot already.. Getting up the courage to order the Gyrotourbillon 2 although one of the AD's I approached (not my usual AD) actually tried to talk me out of orde...  

and rethinking my 5101 as well And - congrats on your new acquisition. Asi...  

If I had a 5101, I know what I'd do with...I'd sell it to go on this Gyro II, my friend... The Gyro II is much more exciting, appealing and yes, horogically speaking, much more interesting. As for the finish, I'd say that the Gyro II is over the 5101, IMH... 

Thanks sincerely to all. I'm going to order the Gyro2 Reverso... That wrist shot put me over the top. I'll keep the 5101 but this JLC piece speaks to me. This message has been edited by nothing but time on 2008-05-30 06:40:17

Big big congrats, my friend... I envy you, and very happy for you, too! Keep us updated! Nicolas

Hi, Congratulations for your next order! Please then keep it until I can buy it back! Cheers Dje

. . . the platinum Reverso on your wrist is one of my favorite tourbillons as well . . . cordially, Art

I feel very lucky I can do it.. I never forget it... I will say its almost a full time job scouring for these pieces. You could easily pay tens of thousands (collective 100's of thousands) in premium if you don't spend your time buying right. It's a dance... 

... and the watch is on its way to Switzerland for service including a new movement which I've requested.. The case was fogging significantly.. and the tourbillon slowing. I stood before my AD's service manager and explained that the only moisture which c...