Hands-on: New Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Collection 2020

#JaegerLeCoultre #MasterControl #Memovox
Filmed in 4K we present you the new Master Control watches 2020. It was 28 years ago when Jaeger‑LeCoultre introduced its Master Control collection. Since 1992 it has been defined by technical rigor and stylistic restraint. All evolutions of the Master Control collection respect the tradition of the manufacturer based in the Vallée de Joux in the Swiss Jura and are a constant quest for innovation.
When launched the Master Control line was the first of Jaeger‑LeCoultre’s collections to benefit from its ‘1000 Hours Control’ certification. It is a demanding process that tests the entire cased-up watch (not just its movement), it set a new benchmark when introduced and has continually evolved in response to technological advances, to remain one of the watch industry’s most stringent testing protocols.
In 2020 the new new collection sets new standards in terms of puristic design with its 40-millimetre diameter, outwardly sloping bezel and dynamically curved lugs. The Master Control case exudes a relaxed and understated elegance. On the dials, Jaeger‑LeCoultre’s designers have reinterpreted the manufacturer's classical codes in a streamlined and modern style, in order to highlight each model’s complications. The applied indexes add refinement, their elongated triangular shape echoed by the Dauphine hands. Uniting the collection, sunray brushing animates the silvery-white background colour.
JAEGER-LECOULTRE MASTER CONTROL CALENDAR
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 866
Case : Stainless Steel
Water-resistance : 5 bar
Diameter : 40 mm
Thickness : 10.95 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 47 mm
Functions : Date, Hour - Minute, Day, Month, Moon phases, Seconds
Recto Hands: Dauphines
Movement : Automatic, self-winding
Components : 344
Vibrations per hour : 28.800 A/h
Jewels : 34
Barrel : 1
Height : 6.15 mm
Dial : Silvered grey, Sunray-brushed
Strap: Novonappa® calfskin
JAEGER-LECOULTRE MASTER CONTROL CHRONOGRAPH CALENDAR
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 759
Case : Stainless Steel
Water-resistance : 5 bar
Diameter : 40 mm,
Thickness : 12.05 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 47 mm
Functions : Chronograph, 30-minute counter, Date, Hour - Minute, Day, Month, Moon phases, Pulsometer, Seconds
Recto Hands: Dauphines
Movement : Automatic, self-winding
Dial : Silvered grey, Sunray-brushed
Strap: Novonappa® calfskin
JAEGER-LECOULTRE MASTER CONTROL MEMOVOX
Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 956
Case : Stainless Steel
Water-resistance : 5 bar
Diameter : 40 mm
Thickness : 12.39 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 47 mm
Functions : Date, Hour - Minute, Seconds, Alarm
Recto Hands: Dauphines
Movement : Automatic, self-winding
Components : 271
Vibrations per hour : 28.800 A/h
Jewels : 24
Barrel : 2
Height : 7.47 mm
Dial : Silvered grey, Sunray-brushed
Strap: Novonappa® calfskin
The Novonappa® leather, also known as “full grain” leather, is characterized by the flexibility of its texture and its warm natural color, which develops a beautiful patina over time.
UP TO 8 YEARS OF WARRANTY
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Care Program will provide you with personalized product information, advice, services and the ability to register for an extension of your International Limited Warranty up to 8 years. To learn more about the Care Program, please click here: www.jaeger-lec...

[@JoeyJiggles]

JLC is hands down the best watch company out there. Classic. History. Good leadership. MADE movements for the “holy trinity”. Get out of here, most underrated watch out there and PLEASE stay that way. These watches are for the real watch lovers 😉

[@WatchAdvisor]

... "These watches are for the real watch lovers 😉" ... I couldn't agree more! Thanks for sharing!

[@WatchGeek]

I love they are reasonably sized and the lack of thickness shows true engineering excellence

[@WatchAdvisor]

They are simply perfect...

[@WatchAdvisor]

Please do also read the description of the video to get more technical insights... There are two more 4K videos to come... One presenting you the new Master Control Memovox Timer and another one presenting you a brand new diver from Jaeger-LeCoultre. This video will go online October 1st @ 11:00 am CEST... Post your comments and ask me whatever you want to know...

[@obud3777]

I'm looking forward to a new Jaeger diver!

[@philipnicolle6240]

The master control calendar in my opinion is an absolute work of art. Its the way all the small details harmoniously come together

[@WatchAdvisor]

Agreed! 👍🏼

[@philipnicolle6240]

@@WatchAdvisor forgot to mention but you have produced a great video. Very nice close ups of the watches with detailed information. ! I think the ownership of the Master Calendar is becoming an obsession ! Not sure if that's a good or a bad thing !

[@WatchAdvisor]

Philip Nicolle Thanks for your feedback! That’s very kind of you... “Obsession”? ... Let your heart decide... 😉

[@jamesbaum9775]

I like them all but the Calendar chronograph is perfection!

[@WatchAdvisor]

That chronograph already today is a design icon...

[@johnmanley4528]

I love those white dials. They're so clean and have such a classic look!

[@WatchAdvisor]

That’s 100% Jaeger-LeCoultre...

[@lesgillard1685]

Excellent presentation as usual Alexander. Incredible design engineering.

[@WatchAdvisor]

True! So true... Thanks for sharing!

[@bobbydazzler1780]

Clean. Fresh. Perfectly sized. Conservative in execution sure but as we’d expect it. Strap changes will move this watch from casual to formal in short order. Loving the star of the show the movement view. The golden rotor just so. Watches you can keep for decades and pass on to your family with pride. JLC always delivers the goods without ostentation or transient fashion trend.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your comment! So true ... a JLC has all the potential to also please several generations after us... such a watch will always show us happy seconds, minutes and hours...

[@midas1929]

JLC always gets so underrated. That Chrono is just gorgeous. What I also like about JLC is that many of their watches are still "reachable" for people that want to wear them, still have to save up some money for their passion and can not just toss 30 grant several times a year on every bezel color variation sealed in plastic.

[@WatchAdvisor]

TRUE! Jaeger-LeCoultre is understatement and a brand for the connoisseur ...

[@midas1929]

@@WatchAdvisor Yes, my holy grail watch and dream would be the Duomètre Quantième Lunaire. Maybe one day, but I am happy it exists and for those that have one.

[@tiberiusn4621]

i always love seeing JLC getting more attention for it's new releases, not just for the Reverso.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Which Master impressed you most?

[@affegorilla1299]

Wow the Chrono is like perfect! all details and measurements are perfect!

[@WatchAdvisor]

For sure a very good choice if you into a classical chronograph...

[@LuckyBuns]

It's simply a marvel to see how JLC had managed to keep the case size so thin with the Master Control chronograph calendar model. Genius in design and craftmanship! PS: I hope the iPhone 12 Pro will come my way :)

[@WatchAdvisor]

He he! It is noticed! Welcome at Watchadvisor! Thanks for you feedback...😉

[@LuckyBuns]

@@WatchAdvisor 😉

[@el.priest6518]

Great video Alexander, I enjoyed it a lot! Call me crazy but I like the simple “master control date” the most but of course I have to admit that the “master control calendar” is for sure such a piece of art!!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Also the "simple" date version is a wonderful watch - I agree!

[@austinzizzi1142]

JLC is stepping up there game

[@WatchAdvisor]

Which one is your favorite?

[@alanh8101]

They are exceptional Watches and as I say JLC is a watchmaker of watchmakers and one of my Favourite Brand of all time, all 3 of these watches are stunning well designed and something that JLC Stands for.. Great review Thank You very Happy to see this. Alan H

[@WatchAdvisor]

So true! Thanks for sharing! I have great respect of what Jaeger-LeCoultre is doing...

[@alanh8101]

WatchAdvisor You know everything you shown and said is to the T and point. Now JLC is my Fav Brands and I’m sure they will strive to even create more Thinner JLC watch..this is I what I truly appreciate and big community out here for thinner automatic watches... I’m planning to get Master with Moon phase or Master Calendar with Moon Phase 👍🏼👍🏼 At the moment I’m restoring my Atmos clock 528 which is mother’s b year of birth 1960. Stunning watches they make and I’m hoping to make a trip visit Jeux Valley and visit JLC one day. Many Thanks to you All The Best Stay Safe Alan H

[@specialkfouryou]

Three amazing releases but wow, the chronograph is stunning!

[@WatchAdvisor]

It is my favorite too...

[@derekrolle6705]

Great new iteration of the Master Control line from JLC.

[@WatchAdvisor]

If you had to choose... Which one would it be?

[@derekrolle6705]

WatchAdvisor that is a tough question. I’d say the chronograph. The dial well balanced.

[@davidofglenbrook4487]

I love JLC. I just bought a Polaris Chronograph. I absolutely love it..

[@WatchAdvisor]

Very good choice! Black or blue dial?

[@davidofglenbrook4487]

WatchAdvisor Black Dial. Leather Strap. Stainless Steel.

[@MrGor3k]

Hard to not fall in love... I really like moonphase 😍 the chrono is amazing

[@WatchAdvisor]

That chronograph is a stunner! One of my favorite watches 2020 so far...

[@juliussternfeld428]

I love 💕 JLC. Especially the movements.

[@WatchAdvisor]

What Jaeger-LeCoultre delivers is top notch... under all aspects...

[@jhb072]

Thanks Alexander. Very nice presentation. JLC movements are among some of the best. Blue strap would enhance the look on the white dials. My favorite one they did was the Geophysics 58 from a few years back.

[@WatchAdvisor]

It is sad but true... things have grown quiet around the wonderful Geophysic Collection ... www.jaeger-lecoultre.com/ww/en/watches/story-of/story-of-geophysic.html

[@sadaka201]

Very nice watches from one of my favourite brands. Once more, well done Alexander! (Greetings from Zurich. Remember some weeks ago on Bahnhofstrasse...)

[@WatchAdvisor]

Of course I remember... Hope you are fine!!! Thanks for the feedback...

[@sadaka201]

@@WatchAdvisor Yes, everything is fine. Take care! By the way: My family is originally from La-Chaux-de-Fonds.....should tell you something..

[@pjdarcy]

The quick release strap is probably the greatest innovation is watches in the last 50 years. I wish all bracelets and straps came with it

[@WatchAdvisor]

It is a clear trend since people want to play around with straps and change the look of their watches... we will definitely see more such solutions in the near future...

[@alanl2550]

Just beautiful watches. Superb quality and stunning dials. Wünderschön!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Yessss! I couldn't agree more...

[@pukenanginang]

Im in the market for a calendar watch and since jlc announced the new master control line up and the new design without over doing it Im already sold and bought the master calendar. That jumping date from 15 to 16 of the month is really cool and initially used for the westminster perpetual calendar minute repeater. I changed mine to a blue JLC alligator strap and it looks awsome!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing this... You wrote: ... "I changed mine to a blue JLC alligator strap and it looks awsome!" ... That's what I suggested in the video... do change the strap... I don't like it either... Well done! Besides this I wish that your Jaeger-LeCoultre Master will always show you HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours!

[@TimG--]

Nice video mate

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you! Which one is your favorite?

[@supernova2615]

Love all three watches. Peffection! Thanks for posting!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing your feedback with us!

[@eddiedevonrex2308]

The chrono calender is the watch of 2020 in this price range and complications, hopefully it is a great success and they could do it in different dial colors maybe salmon?

[@WatchAdvisor]

Eddie Devonrex Watch of 2020? Yes 👍🏼! I have not seen anything better so far...

[@JakeAikens]

Tachymeter is distance over time. So if you are doing dead reckoning you know how fast you are moving from the tachymeter and then the chronograph can tell you how long you have been traveling that speed. So if you are in your boat with a paper chart you can say "If I travel at this speed for this amount of time in this direction I will run into the island I'm trying to find." Also works in aircraft. Pretty damn handy if you're ever in that situation. Which I'll grant you most people aren't. Then again I can't remember the last time I took someones pulse either.

[@WatchAdvisor]

A Pulsometer scale is the more “romantic” function 😉 ... just imagine to measure the pulse of a lady being together with you 😉 ...

[@kenanorabi6767]

wonderful review as always Alexander but can you please show us the watch clasp too 🥰❤ thanks

[@WatchAdvisor]

It is a standard butterfly folding clasp ... the ones I don't like...

[@kenanorabi6767]

@@WatchAdvisor LOL, so you like pin buckle .....especially on a leather strap for a classic watch.... me too we have the same taste 💞😍

[@ManuB985]

Like before seeing it, this evening couch, beer and 50inch screen! Thankyou

[@WatchAdvisor]

Very good idea! Cheers my friend!

[@jonnytesillo1142]

Hi ! They are undoubtedly incredible pieces very well achieved in proportion, they dress excellent in most wrist sizes, 40mm is a conservative size today sizes are appreciated that from my humble opinion break with the codes of classic time, the chronograph It is my personal choice of the three shown here, its dimensions are excellent, I insist I only speak of fir each individual with his own .

[@WatchAdvisor]

Wow! Wonderful! Thanks for sharing...

[@silverstar2835]

those are some stunning pieces of horology. great review!

[@WatchAdvisor]

I do agree and I do say thank you for the wonderful feedback! Always let me know if you have any questions...

[@kelvlau2003]

Amazing pieces from JLC as always

[@WatchAdvisor]

Do you have a favorite?

[@kelvlau2003]

For me, I love the simplest one. Only date

[@WatchAdvisor]

@@kelvlau2003 I hear you! Less is more...

[@kelvlau2003]

You are right even if no date is perfect for me

[@Speedmaster_321]

Absolutely amazing the Chronograph Calendar.. what a wonderful watch! Great video, thanks so much!

[@WatchAdvisor]

This chronograph really stands out! Not many brands offer this combination any more, it is so good to see this be done at such a quality ...

[@sosin]

Amazing timepieces. Great video Alexander.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you! let me ask you: which one is your favorite?

[@sosin]

@@WatchAdvisor if i could have one of the three i would choose the Master Control Calendar.

[@anthonystevens8683]

A terrific review Alexander, I have a JLC but until seeing your review I did not think I wanted another so soon, the memovox is calling the most.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your comment! Thanks for your feedback! Please let me know if you have any questions ...

[@anthonystevens8683]

@@WatchAdvisor A stupid question probably but and certainly not a possible purchase breaker for me but I guess the deactivation of the alarm could be just do not wind the alarm spring or does the alarm/date crown have a position to have the alarm on or off? With England now in lock down 2.0 so I'll have to wait a while that should help my bank account recover a little. As I cannot visit the store for a demonstration web land it is for now for my queries.

[@anthonystevens8683]

A bit of web searching it looks like the alarm will sound up to 30 seconds depending on the amount of alarm spring charge but once wound it will sound. This watch is definitely still on my list.

[@WatchAdvisor]

@@anthonystevens8683 The alarm will sound around 30 seconds... That’s alt least what my Polaris Memovox does. In these 30 seconds it almost impossible to either not hear or feel it. When used in noisy surroundings you will clearly feel the Memovox. If used in normal surroundings you will clearly hear it ... Waking up with it is always a pleasure... the day always starts in a very good way...

[@anthonystevens8683]

@@WatchAdvisor Oh dear, I hadn't considered the Polaris Memovox, the new one available in blue is fantastic and ticks more boxes that I thought there were. I already have a few divers and a few other types with a blue dials but not one with an internal crown driven diver ring with an alarm. My brain is telling me to look at a Polaris but my heart loves the more understated Master Control. I will use the England lock down period to ponder my options as I cannot justify both...... can I?

[@startupbusinesscoaching]

Huge thanks for this well done video. Subscribed!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Welcome to WatchAdvisor and thanks for sharing our passion!

[@daytonarol3x]

Beautiful pieces I'm looking to purchase all three...

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your comment! 😉 Which will be the first one?

[@daytonarol3x]

Master control Chronograph calender would be the first choice absolutely love this brand, I'm a keen collector and these would look very nice in my collection

[@WatchAdvisor]

@@daytonarol3x Keep us posted how you decided and what you bought… in case you have questions, please let me know…

[@suckgames]

Hey Alexander, nice review, love the video.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your feedback, thanks for sharing! Which Master is your favorite?

[@andreaiacolina]

Amazing watches. My favorite is the Calendar version.

[@WatchAdvisor]

I hear you!

[@MaxVandewiele]

Nice overview. I've been enjoying the calendar one for a few weeks myself.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Someone here was complaining about the readability of the date... What are your impressions?

[@ruddinnasir]

Beautiful Watches! Great videography!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you very much! It is always a pleasure to read such positive feedback...

[@mark10601]

Excellent and thorough review. Thanks

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you! Which one is your favorite?

[@mark10601]

WatchAdvisor Master Control Calendar is my favourite but I like the whole range!

[@chawenhalo0089]

A cool, fun and practical thing this Memovox! Didn't like the date application of the others though...

[@WatchAdvisor]

You need good eyes and you need to get used to read the date from the two calendar watches...

[@TheVarskvlavtbichuna]

I love JLC complications watches so much, 40mm is good size. 39-38mm woild be perfect.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Do you really think you could make out a difference of 1 or 2 mm?

[@TheVarskvlavtbichuna]

yes maybe 40is perfect, have to try when they arrive.

[@P0werCore]

Beautiful 😍 I love JLC thanks again Alexander 👍

[@WatchAdvisor]

You are again very welcome! Which one is your favorite?

[@P0werCore]

WatchAdvisor Hi Alexander, well it has to be the Chronograph Calendar for sure, I see it’s your favorite as well 👍 Second place is the Memovox 🤩

[@joycechan7659]

Excellent description...love the watches

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your comment... thanks for sharing!

[@wernerjacq]

Great presentation Alexander, these are some of the best releases this year I think. Could you please do us a favour and present the watches next time also in a somewhat more dimmed light condition (not dark) because now it has the same effect as when you are in a watch boutique: the spots overexpose and washes out the beautifull dial. To fully appreciate the beautifull dial, one should see it in diffrent lighting conditions.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for your feedback and constructive input!

[@wernerjacq]

WatchAdvisor Your understanding becomes you. Very respectable.

[@xyzi1384]

Good to hear you as always. ^♡^

[@WatchAdvisor]

Xyzi Thank you 🙏🏻 I am happy 😊 to read this. My I be curious and ask you which of the three is your favorite?

[@FABM27]

A good presentation video of the 3 models. JLC cutting some costs with the calf straps? Or making it more versatile by dressing it down? Maybe the straps will develop patina. I obviously liked the chronograph amongst the 3. I cannot remember if you mentioned the water resistance rating? Thank you for the video. Cheers

[@WatchAdvisor]

50 meters... I think JLC wants to set a new trend with that cognac colored strap and not cut costs. In the description of the video I do clearly mention, that the strap will quickly build up some patina ...

[@FABM27]

Just thoughts really do you think you will get a discount from your AD? If so how much %?

[@nickrichardson6455]

I actually think the simple Master Control Date is the best buy in the series

[@WatchAdvisor]

We didn't show it... the "simple" one simply is beautiful... that's true!

[@superfast30]

Stunning watches!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Let me be curious and ask you which one is your favorite?

[@DavidDatura]

Handsome watches. The chronograph/calendar and Memovox seem to have fully integrated movements. While the calendar only version does seem to be modular. As from the side you can see the crown is located at the bottom rather than the middle of the case, with the calendar adjustment pushers located distinctly above the crown 🤔

[@WatchAdvisor]

The calendar is being built on top of the automatic calibre, yes...

[@obud3777]

Very nice watches, just change the straps for custom made croco straps!

[@WatchAdvisor]

I would wear it with a black/grey nub leather strap. I don't like that cognac color...

[@jaywai755]

Absolutely gorgeous watches, I feel they would be perfect if JLC could reduce 1-2mm in both diameter and thickness. Interesting to see the changes made on the Memovox to allow us to see alarm working, would have preferred the date window to be more symmetrical or removed entirely. Still, great review as always, thanks Alexander!

[@WatchAdvisor]

A Memovox without date window would be really cool in fact... Less is more! But many potential clients want a date function... 🤷🏻 Thanks for your positive feedback!

[@pukenanginang]

Bought the master calendar a month ago and it is stunning! I like the calf leather and it turned to darkish brown now. Just wondering if the rotor is full gold or plated? Cant find any ref. About it. Thanks

[@WatchAdvisor]

The winding rotor of every Master Control watch is manufactured out of 22-carat gold. The hallmark is on its other side ... The Polaris watches though have a Tungsten rotor...

[@joeskeptical4762]

*_I like the seconds hand subdial with moon phases underneath. I've never seen this before; over the years how unique is this double complication feature?_*

[@WatchAdvisor]

It is pretty unique... Yes! Done at this level of perfection it’s VERY rare...

[@wolper2155]

Hi Alexander. Great Video. In my opinion, JLC have the most beautiful Dress Watches after Vacheron Constantin. Greetings from germany

[@WatchAdvisor]

Until some years ago Vacheron Constantin used lots of Ebauches from Jaeger-LeCoultre... I'd call them real sister brands

[@walterking5453]

Very well done done a great job thank you

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks 🙏🏻 for your feedback! Which one is you favorite?

[@terenceooi2340]

stunning content as usual..

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your feedback! Thank you! Which Master is your favorite?

[@terenceooi2340]

@@WatchAdvisor MASTER CONTROL CHRONOGRAPH CALENDAR

[@WatchAdvisor]

terence ooi That’s mine too! 👍🏻

[@grahamkearns3565]

Thanks for this; great reviews. I love the new style, although I wonder why they make the lugs so long: 47mm lug-to-lug seems like a lot for a 40mm case. It can be a problem for those of us with skinny wrists. Do you find the watches wear large? Also, are you thinking of doing a review of the Master Geographic? Thanks again.

[@WatchAdvisor]

I am used to wear big watches since I like them... I have a 17 cm wrist and for me this size is perfect. They do not wear large, they fit good and also look good... Master Geographic? Why not! Must see how I can get hands-on ...

[@popalaurian]

This is HH at her best JLC is for guy who know The Game of The Watches

[@WatchAdvisor]

Yes Sir! 😜

[@fintanusa]

JC, H. Moser and Dornblüth&Sohn top my list. The above JC line is probably the best collection for me, if it fits my 19 cm wrist and "feels" comfortable.

[@WatchAdvisor]

My wrist measures 17 cm, if this helps...

[@fintanusa]

@@WatchAdvisor It does. Thank you!

[@WatchAdvisor]

@@fintanusa I am happy to read this!

[@fintanusa]

@@WatchAdvisor Thank you. Just one Question: When will you be doing an in depth review on Dornblüth&Son?? I believe many watch friends would very much appreciate that.

[@Penny2105]

Very lovely watches!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Which one is your favorite?

[@Penny2105]

Hard decision, but I will go with Master Control Chronograph Calendar, I like that type of complication!

[@joofmagoof2841]

The memovox is my favorite

[@WatchAdvisor]

In this case I'd go for the chronograph calendar ...

[@johnmcdonagh1607]

Love the chrono’, thanks Alexander 👍.

[@WatchAdvisor]

My favorite watch 2020 so far...

[@popalaurian]

WatchAdvisor yes, The chrono is wow, Never compares with anything nowdays 2020, good choise Alexander

[@chareric]

Another great video. I love them all.

[@WatchAdvisor]

In case you must decide... which one would you pick?

[@chareric]

@@WatchAdvisor I love the idea of the memovox and it's functionally, but the chronograph looks nicer in my option. If I had to pick I would go the chronograph. I might look into some of the vintage models for the memovox which have a gold case.

[@WhatIsItReallyAbout]

My goodness, that's pretty.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Which one is you favorite?

[@WhatIsItReallyAbout]

@@WatchAdvisor MC Calendar - the first one

[@WatchAdvisor]

@@WhatIsItReallyAbout Good choice... Thanks for sharing!

[@SkywhiteChannel]

Heading to the store tomorrow to buy one. Thank you.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Very cool! Bravo! Which one will it be? Keep us posted... 👍🏼

[@SkywhiteChannel]

@@WatchAdvisor I’m hoping to get the chronograph based on what I’ve seen online. We will see if I change my mind when I see them in person. This of course is assuming my dealer has them.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Good luck! Keep me (us) posted!

[@SkywhiteChannel]

@@WatchAdvisor ended up purchasing the Master Control Geographic. Wearing it right now. AD did not have the Chronograph.

[@WatchAdvisor]

COOL! Congratulations! May your Geographic always show yo HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours - in whatever timezone you might be 😉 Once you have worn the watch for a while, let us know how it feels and works ... If you have questions meanwhile, please let me know...

[@outsidethematrix5053]

I have a question for you, would you take Vacheron Constantine 56 complete callendar or JLC master control chronograph? Your opinion is valuable to me.Thank you..

[@WatchAdvisor]

You are comparing apples and pears… What do you want to wear? A complete calendar or a chronograph? Do you have any preference?

[@seanlin5110]

@@WatchAdvisor I think @Patriot means Master Control Calendar! Exactly the same function but VC is much more expensive but only 40 hours power reserver.

[@goamber2162]

Excellent reviews

[@andresfelipefrancomunoz9210]

amazing video, nice to see the comparisons

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you for the kind feedback!

[@ItsNeverTooHot4Leather]

Wonderful watches, especially that triple calendar moon-phase. I also appreciate how you properly pronounce Jaeger LeCoultre!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing, love your comment!

[@blade5053]

Tried the Chrono in Boutique and it's stunning!

[@WatchAdvisor]

One of the best watch designs in 2020... Although it is not new... What about the strap? Did you like it? Many wrote here they wouldn’t wear with it...

[@blade5053]

@@WatchAdvisorTrue! Probably in some months i Will buy It. The strap look and feel confortable, soft to the touch , casual and done very well. I think that broke seriousness of the Watch in a great way.

[@summerrr1]

@@WatchAdvisor I would definitely need to change the strap. It looks cheap, even though it’s not.

[@taledvabsky]

Great video! I assume the oscillator is gold plated and not 18/20/22 karat, right?

[@WatchAdvisor]

The "old" rotor, yes had a good visible 22 carat gold segment... I'll find out if the new rotor is gold plated/has a gold segment/is gold...

[@taledvabsky]

@@WatchAdvisor any news yet? I bet many are curious too, thank you, looking forward to the snoopy video :)

[@watchunterbangla132]

I like jlc& jlc memovox . Thanks for details

[@WatchAdvisor]

There are only very few manufacturers providing a reliable and good sounding alarm watch, Jaeger-LeCoultre is among them ...

[@bennychen7433]

Interested in the memovox model!

[@WatchAdvisor]

Do you need any other information or help?

[@bennychen7433]

Just waiting on their release in Australia. I went to the AD and they are not yet in store (at least the store I was in).. At this price level, I wish to view the watch in person. Mind you I have 3 JLC watches , Atmos clock (the "new one" ) and a travel memovox clock.

[@WatchAdvisor]

@@bennychen7433 Sure! I couldn't agree more! Keep me posted and let me know if I can do something for you...

[@charlesokeefe8413]

could you review the Jaeger Lecoultre Master Controll limited edition with the sector dial?

[@WatchAdvisor]

Can't promise... If there is an opportunity I'll do it of course..

[@dcerise1974]

beautiful watch the master control calendar.... amazing ... how does it compare to JLC perpetual calendar (beside the price difference)? I am looking at both models to keep for my futur grand son...

[@WatchAdvisor]

The difference is that you have to do all adjustments of the calendar… the mechanism will only advance the discs … Now, is this something annoying/disturbing? That depends what you expect from your watch and if you are willing to interact with it on a regular base… For me it is fun and I enjoy it very much…

[@dcerise1974]

@@WatchAdvisor Thanks a lot :)

[@scamdemicusmaximus5109]

C'mon JLC, make a black dial version, please.

[@WatchAdvisor]

That could be an option for the future and that would look very cool indeed!

[@sergeyzerkin8029]

Alex do you know if it’s true that the rotor is plated and not really gold ? And do you know why the hands are not in gold but steel and plated with rhodium ? Because the rhodium will wear out after two years and you will he left with the steel hands ? Is it made for saving costs ? Or what is the reason behind it ? Thanks

[@WatchAdvisor]

The rotor is 18 carat gold! The hallmark is on it but on the other, not visible side. I told JLC they should make the hallmark visible to avoid these questions... Why the hands are made how they are is ... I can only guess: weight when made in gold or cost when made in gold... And don’t worry the color of the hands will not change, also after many , many years...

[@sergeyzerkin8029]

@@WatchAdvisor thank you Alex ! You always take time to answer and you know soo much ❤️

[@WatchAdvisor]

@@sergeyzerkin8029 It is my pleasure to share my passion and knowledge with you!

[@Superdada]

22 carat

[@charjanto1996]

Thinking to get a memovox 😍

[@WatchAdvisor]

charjanto1996 Wait until tomorrow! At 11:00 am CEST you will be able to discover a world premiere... an interesting addition to the collection ...

[@hsun2504]

nice

[@WatchAdvisor]

Which one is your favorite?

[@hsun2504]

@@WatchAdvisor memovox!!

[@the3cl3ctic]

Can you leave the chronograph running without detriment to the watch?

[@WatchAdvisor]

Yes, you can... modern & good chronograph calibres don’t have an issue with that...

[@golgothatheend]

Kinda shame they discontinued geophysics. Their steel three handed one was one of my dream watches, and they just... Removed it from their catalog.

[@WatchAdvisor]

The Geophysic watches are absolutely cool and I do miss them... as you do...

[@muyanjin3859]

the 3 hander was always limited, just like the original 1958. the deadbeat with date probably sold as well as you would expect a 10k quartz

[@walkerb1734]

I snagged one of the 1958 limited editions and it is my favorite piece in the collection! Simply amazing!

[@Foxrock321]

😊be carefull what you ask for, keeping these multi complicated watches set becomes a chore..I have the Longines Master Calendar moon phase ,,and once it’s set it stays on the winder. And I have yet to buy another one with this many functions,..actually the fewer functions the better, there my rant is over

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing your passion with us! Keeping a watch on a winder is a possibility, but do remember that this also uses it... like if you park your car in the garage and you keep the engine running all the time...

[@j.burgess4459]

I have a lot of respect for Jaeger-LeCoultre. However, I find these Master Control watches sit in a slightly strange place in the market. People who are looking for a watch like this are generally willing to spend more and get something like a Patek Philippe, I think. They should make more sports watches. As for dress watches maybe thy should focus on the iconic Reverso?

[@homefink2235]

Why should I buy a PP if I could get the same or even better movement and watch by JLC. The Grandmasters are in the same price range but way better. I think the problem of JLC is the lower merketing image they have than VC, PP or AP. Watch experts know what perfect watch they get by purchasing a JLC. When I see one I know there is an expert and enthusiast.

[@WatchAdvisor]

JLC is a clearly underrated manufacturer ... and others are clearly overrated...

[@j.burgess4459]

@@WatchAdvisor I own watches from both houses myself :-P

[@alecc4006]

Home Fink because JLC is not in the same league as Patek, whilst the movement is fully decorated, it is still mostly machine finished, whilst Patek are fully hand finished and display anglage etc

[@homefink2235]

@@alecc4006 Hi Alec C, several movements in the PP cases are made by JLC. PP are great watches, for sure. But 200 kEuro for a split second Chrono?

[@RickyRicon2023]

how do we know if you set the alarm at 8 am, and when your time was 8:00 pm does the alarm sound? or what happend with that ?

[@erikiverson1762]

With the Memovox, you can only set the alarm less than 12 hours in the future. The alarm function does not differentiate between AM/PM. If you want your alarm for 8 AM, you can set the pointer to 8, and wind the alarm crown after 8 PM.

[@RickyRicon2023]

@@erikiverson1762 i don't like that, if you set your alarm to 8, will it sound twice in a day? 8 am and 8 pm ? always? ... jlc is a huge brand but i think this alarm set is trash.

[@WatchAdvisor]

That's harsh to call such a watch trash! The Memovox will sound perfectly when you set the alarm and it will wake you up, remind you of a date/meeting... everything happens in 12 hours and that's absolutely sufficient... no need for a 24 hour scale/alarm...

[@erikiverson1762]

@@RickyRicon2023 It will not sound twice a day unless you wind it twice a day. If you never wind the alarm, it will never sound. The pointer only shows when it will sound *if* the alarm is wound.

[@RickyRicon2023]

@@erikiverson1762 hooo good.... !! i like that

[@RHelenius]

Is the rotor in gold? It doesn't say AU750.

[@WatchAdvisor]

All Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control watches do have a 22 carat gold rotor... the stamp is on the inner side... All Polaris watches do have a Tungsten rotor ...

[@ignacyk4585]

tachymeter scale is used to measure speed over set lengths, applicable in lots of motorsports. Have I not heard you claim you are in watch industry for decades and you are puzzled by tach. scale? Simply I go to race track I time the speed of my porsch :) over mile

[@WatchAdvisor]

I know what a tachymeter scale does of course... But the possible daily use is almost zero... A pulsometer scale though is useful all day long and fun on top...

[@krit5339]

Fortunate to be a proud owner of one Q1548530.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Krit 👍🏼 I love the design of this Master Control Date!

[@marktuyet]

Wish they made smaller versions .

[@WatchAdvisor]

What would be your ideal size?

[@johndavolta3124]

My ideal size would be 38mm case and 45mm lug to lug, and 8.5mm thickness. Perfect for a 175mm wrist.

[@LesterLovesWatches]

What’s the time? 10.05 What day is it? ..........umm.....?

[@WatchAdvisor]

Do you mean the peripheral date indication?

[@LesterLovesWatches]

WatchAdvisor 😂 ok I edited my post for accuracy.

[@WatchAdvisor]

I hear you!

[@hambone988ubet]

The chronograph please!!

[@WatchAdvisor]

I hear you 😉

[@derekshearer9049]

Long Island Corvette

[@WatchAdvisor]

Derek Shearer Would you mind explaining us what this comparison with the Corvette means?

[@derekshearer9049]

@@WatchAdvisor. A corvette is a type of boat and the bezel is also flashy like a modern day Corvette car.... l think it fits but if you had to ask the corvette reference is too obscure...

[@WatchAdvisor]

Derek Shearer Thanks 🙏🏻 for explaining... I learned something... 😉

[@Om_Tandon]

Hay I am in competion

[@WatchAdvisor]

You meant competition... I suppose... So which one will make it on your wrist?

[@Om_Tandon]

@@WatchAdvisor memovox

[@WatchAdvisor]

I have one... a Memovox Polaris from 2008 for its 40th anniversary... That perfect warm sound of the alarm is addicting ... 👍🏼

[@manaranam]

i need that cell phon

[@WatchAdvisor]

Welcome to WatchAdvisor! I hear you! It is noticed!

[@GoffredoAG]

Hi Alexandre this review is very interesting. The way you mispronounce JLC name is... painful though! ;-)

[@WatchAdvisor]

I do pronounce it correctly! I did my homework already many years ago. Sche-Scher is wrong! Edmond Jaeger was born in 1850 in Alsace in the village Andlau, located in-between Strasbourg and Colmar. In this area there is a strong influence of German and therefore the there living family Jaeger always pronounced its name Jaeger and NOT Sche-Scher! Sorry, not everything that is unfortunately pronounced the French way is correct...

[@GoffredoAG]

@@WatchAdvisor :-) Sure, and I was there when Edmond moved to Paris and I can attest you that already then he insisted to pronunce his family name as it known nowadays worldwide. ;-)

[@WatchAdvisor]

@@GoffredoAG Still, Sche-Scheeeer is the wrong to pronounce the brand... Families Jaeger and LeCoultre joined together and one name is pronounced the way I did and do and the other in French as I did and do...

[@GoffredoAG]

@@WatchAdvisor No. Since its inception, JLC used the French pronunciation. This because Edmond Jaeger was French. The Alsatian origin of Edmond, if anything, reinforces this: since he was a proud French citizen, he used the French pronunciation. If you imagine a French Alsatian pronouncing his name with a German pronunciation, I can only suppose that you do not know Alsace very well! :-))) Anyway, I have multiple books and documents about JLC history and, as far as I could research, this idea on the German pronunciation is not based on any historical fact and it seems to contradict the obvious fact that French people pronunce their surnames in French, even when they have foreign origins, from Emile Zola & Michel Platini to Pierre Cardin and Jean Paul Belmondo. And if you really want to hear from yourself, pick up the phone, call JLC and here how they call themselves. : -) www.jaeger-lecoultre.com/us/en/our-maison/our-history.html

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thank you for coming back ... Interesting remarks to something we could continue to discuss maybe endlessly ... I am for 30 years in the industry... I saw Jaeger-LeCoultre rise from the dead after the Quarz crisis ... I was close to Günter Blümlein, the mastermind who was breathing life into Jaeger-LeCoultre again ... We always proudly talked about Jaeger and never about Scheee-Scher ... I know how they today tend to pronounce the brand ... It is wrong! Never mind! A majority of the employees of Jaeger-LeCoultre are French... Any questions? Still it is not Scheee-Scher... it is Jaeger ... 😉

[@22sound]

Can anyone who owns these watches comment on the whizzing rotor noise of the movement? I was in the shop and it seems VERY loud. Possibly prohibitively noisy

[@WatchAdvisor]

That noise comes from the gear train ... the "whizzing rotor noise" you're hearing is just the rotor free-spinning when it's going the other direction from winding ... the rotor is "only" winding in one direction. To wind the watch you need to turn the vertical held case counterclockwise ... if you turn clockwise the energy is not transmitted to the barrel, but "destroyed" ... this causes the "whizzing" ...

[@22sound]

@@WatchAdvisor thanks for the explanation, I am actually familiar with unidirectional winding but this series has by far the loudest sounding rotors I’ve experienced so far.

[@WatchAdvisor]

That loud noise is of course also due to the see-through case back …

[@Sk3tchPad]

@@WatchAdvisor Is it quieter when it's on the wrist? Maybe the original comment was someone who noticed the noise when holding, not wearing, the watch.

[@flyboy747uk]

I own the Calendar version, the rotor is very noisy to the point I took mine back to JLC after 2 weeks to have it looked at. Mine was making a metallic kind of rattle noise every time I moved my wrist, even walking you could here it Jangle. JLC said it was fine, I said I’m not happy that a £10,000 watch is making this much noise and want to give it back and have a refund. The watch maker in the JLC boutique said he will have another look and when he came back said he had changed the rotor and made some adjustments. The watch now is much better but still the loudest sounding rotor noise out of any automatic watch I own.

[@aleximd9244]

The Watch itself leaves you breathless but the strap looks very very cheap! sort of 3 $ chinese strap! The rest is OK

[@WatchAdvisor]

I don't like it either and I would change it asap... I told JLC that already... I know they have been putting lots of effort in this Barenia-type of strap that will quickly build up patina, but still many don't like it...

[@aleximd9244]

@A. B. did you put it on to see how it looks? I agree with not using eternal black or brown croc but not this! Of course I can agree that you have an excellent taste

[@jkjkjk100]

Lol exactly. Why can’t they put a croc on it... would be stunning!