JAEGER-LECOULTRE Duomètre. Three new mind-blowing executions presented at Watches and Wonders 2024

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JAEGER-LECOULTRE Duometre Chronograph Moon, Duometre Quantieme Lunaire and Duometre Heliotourbillon Perpetual. Before Jaeger-LeCoultre developed the Duometre concept, adding complications to a watch movement seemed irreconcilable with accurate timekeeping. That is because the fundamental requirement of precise timekeeping is that the power supply from the movement’s barrel to the escapement should be absolutely steady. However, in order to operate, a complication must draw on the power supply, which interrupts that steady flow and thus jeopardises precision. Thanks to this ingenious concept, the Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre added a new chapter to watchmaking history, opening the door to horological complexity and laying the foundation of an entire Duometre collection. Introduced in 2007, the patented Duometre mechanism features two barrels and two separate gear trains housed in a single calibre and linked to a single regulating organ. One gear train powers the time indications and the other drives all additional functions. By separating the power supply in this way, the Duometre mechanism guarantees an exceptionally high degree of operating accuracy. Jaeger-LeCoultre launched the ground-breaking Duometre mechanism in the form of a chronograph - the complication that epitomises the concept of precision. In 2024, the Maison applies the Duometre concept in an entirely new timepiece, marrying the high precision of a chronograph with the charm of a celestial complication. Powered by the new Calibre 391, the Duometre Chronograph Moon presents an intriguing contrast between the lightning-fast operation of the chronograph - which can time intervals as small as 1/6th of a second - and the slow rhythm of the moon as it passes through its cycle in 29.53 days, complemented by a Night and Day display. This year Jaeger-LeCoultre presents a new generation of Duometre timepieces - among them a reinterpretation of the Duometre Quantieme Lunaire (Moon Phase). The first Duometre piece to be offered in steel (!), its eye-catching blue dial, paired with a new case, lends a decidedly contemporary air to a timeless and distinctive design. The highlight of the new collection is the Duometre Heliotourbillon Perpetual. This watch is pushing the boundaries of inventiveness further than ever, the new Calibre 388 features an entirely new tourbillon construction: one that spins on three axes to create a ‘spinning top’ effect. The balance-wheel oscillates at a frequency of 4Hz (28,800 vph) to further enhance chronometry, Calibre 388 also incorporates a perpetual calendar with a grande date indication.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
DUOMETRE CHRONOGRAPH MOON
Case: Pink Gold 750/1000 (18 carats) or 950 platinum
Dimensions: 42.5 mm diameter x 14.2 mm thick
Calibre: Manually wound Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 391
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds; Chronograph with 12-hour counter, 60-minute counter, 1/6th-second counter and central chronograph seconds; Moon phases, Night & Day, two Power Reserve indicators
Power Reserve: 50 hours for each barrel
Front dial: Silver opaline (in pink gold case); Copper-coloured opaline (in platinum case)
Water resistance: 5 bar
Strap: Alligator with small scale alligator lining
Reference: Pink Gold: Q622252J / Platinum: Q622656J
DUOMETRE QUANTIEME LUNAIRE
Case: Steel
Dimensions: 42.5 mm diameter x 13.05 mm thick
Calibre: Manually wound Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 381
Functions: Hour, Minutes, Central Seconds, 1/6th of a second, Moon Phases, Date, Two power reserves
Power Reserve: 50 hours for each barrel
Front dial: Blue opaline
Water resistance: 5 bar
Strap: Alligator with small scale alligator lining
Reference: Q604848J
DUOMETRE HELIOTOURBILLON PERPETUAL
Case: Pink Gold 750/1000 (18 carats)
Dimensions: 44 mm x 14.7 mm thick
Calibre: Manually-wound Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 388
Functions: Hours and Minutes, Seconds, Heliotourbillon, Perpetual calendar (Day, Date, Month, Year), Moon phases, Two power reserves
Power Reserve: 46 hours for each barrel
Front dial: Silver opaline
Water resistance: 3 bar
Strap: Brown alligator leather with small-scale alligator lining
Reference: Q6202420 - limited edition of 20 pieces
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[@Giovan_Nino]

JLC spectacular watchmaking, reminds me of our visit a couple of years ago…👌

[@motogunner750]

The Duometre Chronographe has long been my grail piece! Well done Jaeger-LeCoultre!!

[@Hans-Georg_Buddne]

Amazing watches, I don't undestand why some new Rolex dial colours are so much more interesting to most people.

[@jmbaug1229]

People are not interested in the art of Horology. People are only interested in flexing and showing off.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Well that’s a question of interest… a majority of buyers is not interested in watchmaking but status…

[@adamcrossfire4747]

Speechless. JLC prowess with complications and watchmaking is mind boggling. True passion.

[@vdbdg]

That's the JLC I wanted to see. The Duometre is their best model, attainable but with all the finishing and watchmaking you'd expect. That new case is also a long-awaited upgrade. Splendid!

[@stevepocock3139]

Outstanding new watches this year, JLC crushed it

[@WatchAdvisor]

JLC once again showed how excellent watchmaking looks like...

[@Superdada]

The Duometre Heliotourbillon Perpetual is the star of W&W this year. Absolutely mind blowing.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Yesssss!

[@Khanh.Nguyen369]

The Duometre is one of the most beautiful and underrated watches. This is a beautiful evolution but I liked the chunky crown on the previous. One of my favorite watches I’ve ever owned. Great job JLC

[@anthonywalker7783]

Bravo ! JLC.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing!

[@TripleD303]

That Duomètre. I can't even find words to describe it. Beauty and perfection.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing your passion with us!

[@christiandude6889]

So awesome JLC. And Alexander again. Perfectly done u both……

[@richardbaptist5080]

That new pink gold Duometre! One of the most beautiful watches I've seen in a long time. I don't even have an issue with the price. Worth every penny

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing your passion with us!

[@ArmandBisho]

No wander JLC is been known for watcmakers watch ! Good content .

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for your feedback

[@charp150]

From what I’ve seen so far from W&W thus year, JLC has blown it out of the water with these novelties. By far my favorite from the show. Patek and Rolex releases were all so predictable and boring.

[@alectang1614]

Hardly anything is new though? The Duometre deserves more than just dial changes and a new case inspired by TAG Heuer's Glassbox.

[@mramed8448]

La crème de la crème, le top du top...quel art ❤🔥

[@ThriftyCHNR]

Love the new case design and crystal!

[@dpost1268]

its the ART of watchmaking

[@WatchAdvisor]

Yessssss! Thanks for sharing!

[@martinesquivel5434]

Simply amazing

[@paulgayanpererakussige5982]

What an amazing video! Really enjoyed it.

[@WatchAdvisor]

I am happy to read this, thanks for sharing!

[@AcmeRocket]

Watchadvisor bringing the best coverage again!!

[@AcmeRocket]

Spectacular

[@marctavo5288]

It's art ...

[@TinyIslandMaine]

Greetings from a Tiny Island in Maine, USA - spectacular watch and video. Thank you for sharing this beautiful work of art.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing your passion with us!

[@jaychaudhry4039]

Nice video

[@SpookyConcepts]

These are simply amazing. I'd love to have a Duomet

[@eddiehernandez651]

MasterPiece!😎

[@petemorbius3936]

gorgeous

[@mr.t8369]

Just astounding and so wearable!

[@bennychen7433]

Hope you are enjoying your time in Switzerland!

[@johnburgess6572]

AND it is beautiful !!! Very special

[@WatchAdvisor]

Love your comment, thanks for sharing!

[@user-ti6rs1xq7v]

Süpep!!!❤❤❤👍👍👍😘

[@Nefville]

I can almost hear Matthieu saying "yes Mr. Bond, we put an explosive device in every watch which was given to a world leader and there is nothing you can do to stop my evil plan!" My poor sense of humor aside, JLC has just done something amazing here. Incredible watches.

[@agill2103]

❤❤❤

[@balesjo]

The DUOMETRE QUANTIEME LUNAIRE is calling to me. That blue dial I find so appealing.

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing! Just in case… please keep us posted… 😉

[@VinylPro]

a great achievment, but why "chronograph" .... the best part of it is the GOLD!!!!

[@WatchAdvisor]

I don’t get the point… Can you please specify?

[@VinylPro]

@@WatchAdvisor why should be it a "chronograph" without this function is much better...

[@fsdfsdgvdfsgsdfg7075]

First of all thanks for posting this beautiful video. Really lovely ! Most websites report that this Masterpiece will be produced in only 20 pieces , but one website says that it will be limited to a YEARLY 20 pieces production ( meaning that it will still be able to buy the watch in the future). Do you know which is true between these two announcements ?

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing our passion! 20 pieces per year… every next 20 pieces edition will feature a different case/color scheme though…

[@fsdfsdgvdfsgsdfg7075]

@@WatchAdvisor Merci beaucoup !

[@da___man]

I think the second watch would be much more useful if it were a 5 Hz watch./36,000 vibrations per hour, because I think being able to time something to a 10th of a second would be more useful than to 1/6 of a second.

[@WatchAdvisor]

I agree... but realizing this as a 5 hz watch would be tough

[@danieltaylor4475]

Do the power reserves on the last two pieces always reduce at the same speed so when you wind them they will always regenerate evenly?

[@WatchAdvisor]

Which model are writing about?

[@danieltaylor4475]

The Helio tourbillon

[@MrBenstile]

@@danieltaylor4475 yes indeed both PR actually reduce at the same pace - but you have to wind both of them also

[@Bourne1984]

Before I buy all of them can I check. Can my local watch maker John service these or do they need to go back to JLC?

[@Martinmoellerable]

It will be impossible for John to source parts. Has to go to JLC.

[@Bourne1984]

@@MartinmoellerableI don’t mind aftermarket parts. And John only charges £120 so I might still order.

[@Dazulolwarrior]

If john is approved by JLC to service, yes

[@Bourne1984]

@@Dazulolwarrior I don’t think he has any qualifications but he is pretty good and said he can do all of these including the tourbillon so I will get that one.

[@radwan2902]

What are the dimensions?

[@WatchAdvisor]

It is mentioned in the video….

[@alectang1614]

Wait... No more German silver for the movement? 😢 Come on JLC.

[@WatchAdvisor]

There is always a technical reason behind... for sure not saving money...

[@alectang1614]

@@WatchAdvisor or maybe to not allow it to be "too close" to Lange. A shame nevertheless.

[@pavanbharteey7269]

Alexander, it seems that you and Wei Koh are interested in showing real horology! Everyone else is enamored with the Rolex Invicta 😂😂😂!

[@WatchAdvisor]

I am with Wei at the Rolex dinner… will show him your comment. Thanks for sharing our passion!

[@pavanbharteey7269]

Thanks!

[@AlexG-ey7md]

Agreed, this video and Wei's video with Chopard were far and away my two favorites. Superb content!

[@AlexG-ey7md]

Stunning! "Big cinema on the wrist" such passion from the reviewer and ceo. Bravo

[@WatchAdvisor]

That's exactly what it is....

[@Mari8]

구형이 훨 낫네요.

[@sergiocozzi1780]

Don’t really understand they are not part of the Trinity

[@WatchAdvisor]

Have you ever asked yourself who defined that and why everyone is repeating that blablabla?

[@alectang1614]

Another Richemont release with a TAG Heuer glassbox inspired crystal.

[@gbglobetrotter]

I would never buy a TAG - so it’s all good!

[@alectang1614]

@@gbglobetrotter just curious to see some brands adopting the same design. JLC used to be pioneers but now they need to copy from entry level brands.

[@gbglobetrotter]

@@alectang1614 As Rolls Royce says - Take the best and make it better!

[@deezknuts07]

Amazing. That 3 axis tourbillon blows everything out of the water. Actually a watch you can wear. Im talking to you jacob&co astronomica

[@WatchAdvisor]

Thanks for sharing your passion with us!