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Wow, I don't think I'm up for this challenge...

 

...especially on a Monday!  Although, I suppose it is already Tuesday for you, Nicolas.  I love both these watches, so picking a favorite from between the two is a little torturous! 

Reasons I'm for the Duometre: harmoniously balanced dial; flying seconds (So festive!); innovative new movement (Which I'm not even sure I understand completely -- I hope there's not a test later!); and a nod to classicism in the watch's presentation and execution.

Reasons I'm for the Amvox II: sporty dial featuring dynamic, yet judicious use of color; organic, and well-executed incorporation of the automobile motif; unusual chrono trigger mechanism (Very cool!); and a modern design that exudes a certain joie de vivre.

Both watches have a unique and substantial wrist presence, and I can't imagine ever regretting the purchase of either timepiece (If I had the funds, of course!).  Forget it!  I can't choose between the two! 

Thanks for the great photos, Nicolas!

Cheers,
Daos
(Note to self: must buy lotto ticket tomorrow!  smile)

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One complication, 2 different watches, but a same philosophy.

 
By: amanico : March 2nd, 2009-04:29
- The complication: The Chronograph. - The Watches: 1/ The Amvox II, with its particular vertical trigger pivoting case, which is used in place of the classic Chrono pushers. 2/ The Duometre à Chronographe: "One watch, 2 brains " as for the 2 barrels, eac...  

The duometre :)... by faaaar!

 
By: kkhazen : March 2nd, 2009-04:52
Though i got to admit that the chrono mechanism is quite interesting, original,... one down side, u will end up have a perfect finger print on ur watch when activating the chrono, and another when stopping it. The thing that bothers me the most though is ... 

So, Karim, wear gloves

 
By: amanico : March 2nd, 2009-13:17
You will avoid the fingerprints, and you will e in the spirit of the watch, imagining that you activate the Chrono while driving your Aston... And now, what do you think? Best, Nicolas

u know the driving leather gloves...

 
By: kkhazen : March 2nd, 2009-14:07
... they let ur finger breath ... Anyway u put it, ur gonna get ur finger prints at noon and at 6 o'clock. Focusing on the duometre right now, my mind still on it. She is on the top of my JLC list. That's the one i want put my finger on... and in RG! K.

Duometre, for sure Nicolas.

 
By: ahmetk : March 2nd, 2009-05:42
Call me conservative, but I'm not very much fond of concept watches. Duometre is one of the best examples of true horology in the current market. And it is also a good lesson for high end brands that inovation in movements is always possible. Despite its ... 

Chronographs...

 
By: david.graham : March 2nd, 2009-08:23
Hmmm, let me see - I'll take both please!! Cheers David

Both incredible watches but the Duometre is simply spectacular!

 
By: KCLQMULKU : March 2nd, 2009-09:29
Its not just the design of the dial, and the complication of its movement, but I really am impressed with the accuracy of its chronograph display.

For me, the choice is...

 
By: E.J. : March 2nd, 2009-14:08
Both!... But, as I think that I can´t have all in this live (LOL) I must say my choice... In this case my dreams are "duometres". And I must say too that the strap that you choiced for your beast is really awesome... Best mi hermano. Emilio. PS: I´m come ... 

Beautiful pictures...!

 
By: chetsstm3 : March 2nd, 2009-14:12
Thankfully I am fortunate enough to own both of these amazing chronos but put a gun to my head and I must choose the Duometre. It is just a joy to view in motion.

AMVOX

 
By: donzi22 : March 2nd, 2009-23:30
was my choice. But trust me Nicolas, of course I want both. Especially the Duo in gold....WOW its just flawless. Your P Duo looks great on the navy blue though! I love that combo.... Flawless photos as usual my friend Cheers Ian

Wow, I don't think I'm up for this challenge...

 
By: dxboon : March 3rd, 2009-00:19
...especially on a Monday! Although, I suppose it is already Tuesday for you, Nicolas. I love both these watches, so picking a favorite from between the two is a little torturous! Reasons I'm for the Duometre: harmoniously balanced dial; flying seconds (S... 

Tough call, Nicolas . . .

 
By: Dr No : March 3rd, 2009-08:34
. . . as these are two very different watches, and even though they have both parentage and a complication in common, they don't seem directly comparable in my view. Being a very casual person, I would gravitate towards the Amvox, but that's a purely pers... 

What a pair!

 
By: respo : March 3rd, 2009-10:52
It is so nice to see these two considered together and photographed so beautifully. For me, they both represent what is so exciting about Jaeger LeCoultre: the harmonious marriage of horological innovation and breathtaking design. Even though it is diffic...