Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Memovox Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Q9038670 BNP

Name: Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Memovox Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Q9038670 BNP
Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre
Rating: 5 (12 reviews)

$12,500List Price

About the Item

We are pleased to offer this 2018 Jaeger-LeCoultre 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Polaris Memovox Q9038670. The Polaris Memovox 50th anniversary Limited Edition ref. Q9038670 released in 2018, truly celebrates the Polaris' birthday with style and personifies the heritage of the journey that built the Polaris into what it is today authentically. This contemporary interpretation boasts a 42mm stainless steel case. The watch is powered by the Calibre 956 movement, equipped with a shock-absorbing system and boasting a 45-hour power reserve. The timepiece is water-resistant to a depth of 200 meters and is accompanied by a black rubber strap featuring the Clous de Paris motif, which adds a touch of sporty elegance. One of the watch's most notable features is its alarm function, which is operated using a crown at the 2 o'clock position. The alarm sound is produced by a hammer striking a gong and can be heard clearly underwater. The other notable feature is the three-finish black dial, which starting from the outer ring is lacquered on the outside, transforming into a grain-like appearance in the middle, and lastly to a rich black in the center. Depending on the angle you view the watch from, you will get different lighting effects and hues of black. Limited to just 1,000 pieces worldwide, this watch is a prized collector's item that celebrates the legacy of the Memovox Polaris. With its blend of heritage and cutting-edge technology, this timepiece is an excellent choice for discerning watch enthusiasts seeking a unique, high-performance addition to their collection. It comes complete with the inner and outer boxes, warranty card, certificate of origin, instructional booklet and hang tag. It will fit up to an 8 inch wrist. The watch is in excellent unpolished condition with very few signs of wear including light surface scratches and dings. This watch has been certified by our master watchmaker and comes with our 2 year mechanical warranty.

Creator:
Jaeger-LeCoultre
Case Material:
Stainless Steel
Strap Material:
Rubber
Case Shape:
Round
Movement:
Style:
Contemporary
Place of Origin:
Switzerland
Period:
2010-
Date of Manufacture:
2018
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The watch is in excellent unpolished condition with very few signs of wear including light surface scratches and dings. This watch has been certified by our master watchmaker and comes with our 2 year mechanical warranty.
Seller Location:
Newport Beach, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: IL1LMZU0026251stDibs: LU810320540432

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Jaeger-LeCoultre

The exquisite art of watchmaking is on display in the distinctive designs of Jaeger-LeCoultre. The Swiss manufacturer is celebrated for its striking Art Deco–era antique clocks, while its range of sumptuous luxury watches spans the gamut of modern design, each one a time capsule of its period.

Jaeger-LeCoultre was established in 1833 by watchmaker Antoine LeCoultre in the Vallée de Joux of the Swiss mountains. LeCoultre was also an inventor who, in 1844, created the millionomètre. As the first instrument to measure thousandths of a millimeter with total accuracy, it refined the meticulous watchmaking process. By 1866, LeCoultre's son, Elie LeCoultre, took over the business. He revolutionized watchmaking by bringing all 180 skills involved in the trade into one workshop: LeCoultre & Cie Manufacture.

By 1903, the company had passed to Antoine LeCoultre's grandson, Jacques-David LeCoultre. He created a signature line of ultra-thin watches in partnership with Edmond Jaeger, a French watchmaker who specialized in flat watch cases. In 1907, Louis Cartier signed a contract with Jaeger so that Cartier would have movements for its popular timepieces produced exclusively at LeCoultre in Switzerland. This era saw the debut of Cartier’s Santos as well as its Tank watch.

Watchmakers at Jaeger-LeCoultre began to experiment with the Art Deco style that had encompassed the 1920s and the 1930s. At the time, there were many influences that led to the creation of Art Deco jewelry, while the cases of Art Deco clocks featured architectural details and saw an integration of materials such as brass, glass and marble. Iconic Jaeger-LeCoultre designs from this era include the 1928 Atmos clock and the Reverso watch. Stylish and practical, the coveted Reverso watch features a case that you can flip to protect the watch face.

During the 1950s and '60s, Jaeger-LeCoultre watchmakers continued the manufacturer’s tradition of prioritizing practical reliability. In 1958, the company introduced the robust and durable Geophysic watch collection. The Memovox Polaris, an alarm-equipped dive watch one could wear underwater, followed in 1968.

The best-known timepiece in the company's modern collection is the Master Control watch, unveiled in 1992. It symbolizes a return to the thin style and performance-first ethic of classic Jaeger-LeCoultre. In 2018, the watchmaker also launched the Polaris collection. Inspired by the original Memovox, the series features a sporty, elegant and contemporary look.

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Materials

Stainless Steel

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