Jaeger-LeCoultre

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 Jaeger Lecoultre, the Reference 109, which is a stainless steel 34 mm case, with a snap back case, a sublime glossy black dial, a large small seconds, and a basic Cal P 469 A movement.

In a certain way, it makes me think of the SHOM.

This watch is from the 40ies, like the SHOM is. More precisely from 1946, according to its movement number.







The movement is far from receiving an outstanding finish, but it is not unpleasant to see:





The pleasure is not always in the legend, and this reference is a superb evidence of that.

Best,

Nicolas

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

This message has been edited by blomman on 2012-07-30 14:41:31

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'll see...

Best,
Nicolas.

I don't thank you for giving me such bad ideas.

Best,

Nicolas

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 new.

Oliver

At the only condition that they put a manual movement...

Please, not an automatic movement in this one!

Best,

Nicolas

This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-07-30 23:02:29

.. 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 a real bond to our lucky find last year,
159 ( neither 109 nor SHOM yet for me), as she is
my wife's one, meanwhile..

So what remains to say:
-- always enjoy to be with both ! ..

Greetings,
hs

PS:
She sends her best , with this
little pic, where you know the original
as well ..

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

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

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....

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" infront of the number (as well has the Ref E 159) - which means these were classed as water proof!

 

Best

Blomman

The serial number of this E 109 starts with a "B", as the serial of the solid gold watches ends with an "A".

Regards,

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