For years, I tried to convince myself to buy Rolex, even tried more than a dozen of them on my wrist but "not feeling it" or should say, not for me. When I tried JLC, didn't take me long to get hooked because of its inconspicuous look and outstanding craftmanship. I'm a very happy owner of black master ultrathin moon, burgundy reverso tribute monoface and a vintage 40 hour reserve bumper. At work, nobody knows what brand I wear except one of my coworkers who's a luxury timepiece enthusiast and I hope it stays that way.
I think that underscores what I always tell people, buy the watch you like not the watch everyone else likes. both of those watches are showstoppers for me, I only recently saw the burgundy in person, wow that dial is stunning. -Mark
Cool! I now know what the "Master Control 1000 Hours" engraved on the rotor of my JLC means! I had no idea, and was never really curious about it. I bought the watch because of its beauty, reputation and amazing design, so I simply dismissed the wording as "some marketing thing". But it's great to know my watch has been through 1000 hours of testing! It certainly makes me appreciate it a lot more.
I own a JLC Geophysic 1958 limited edition and can’t say enough good things about it. Truly a spectacular piece from a spectacular Manufacturer. Give me a JLC over a Rolex any day.
"They have made more minute repeaters than other brands have movements"'--what a great statement. Mark has made Crown & Caliber's channel into my favorite
Wow, this brand is amazing. An incredible heritage and history. If one day I could afford a true high horology piece, it would probably be a JLC for all the reasons you told us. Thanks Mark for delivering us another great video.
What a really well put together piece. I just love the information and knowledge that’s put into these videos. JLC is one of those brands that speak to me anyway and one day would love to own one!
Love your hidden gems video's, thanks you! . Maybe the Panerai PAM00190 would also a good one to review as it's the only Panerai with a JLC movement. for me also a hidden gem.
Love my MUT Moon--but it's currently getting serviced after 4 years as the movement stopped working! My Omega 8500 movement is still going strong (+2 spd) after 8 years, and my Tudor 5612 movement is still +1 spd after 6 years. Even the Valjoux 7733 in my 1973 Bulova 666 diver chronograph is doing well 10 years after last service. The JLC movements are beautiful, but I'm not impressed about robustness. Cheers!
@@adesorcuppy4225 how do you then explain the part where they test the movements by testing them for 1000hrs straight anf then hitting them with a hammer? For the fun of it? I dont think so.
That sucks to hear. A movement that fails in 4 years is considered poor quality at whatever price point. I own the silver utm. I hope your repair will be covered by the 8 year warranty.
Excellent video and presentation, Mark. I own the Duometre Lunaire Black dial from JLC, what a masterpiece. I don’t understand why they are not in the holy trinity over AP. Patek and Vacheron deserve their place not AP.
Coming in with my favorite JLC I have seen in person, I have to salute you for going against the typical and picking that one up. I will say that if I was asked about making a new big 3 JLC and Lange would be on my short list. -Mark
@@CrownandCaliber Thank you for your comments Mark. I have a Lange Moonphase black dial and it’s another stunning timepiece. The finish is the best in horology, as good or better than Patek. I have a Patek 5396 R to compared it to and they are both finished beautifully.
Very nice summary of one of my very favourite brands. I have the Master Compressor World Time Alarm, which is just an awesome piece, and one day the Reverso Tribute Duoface grande taille will join it in the collection.
Had the privilege of seeing Master Grande Tradition Répétition Minutes Perpétuelle in the metal yesterday. Such a special piece from such a special maison
I appreciate JLC. I actually don’t like the Reverso at all. It just doesn’t fit me and my style. The Master collection though, that’s much more on my level and is on my list.
The JLC Master SECTOR DIAL is the prettiest and classiest watch under $15,000 you can buy, IMO. It's my next watch if I can find one. Are these limited run?
Hello Marc, i have got a MGUT and it is a bit to dressy. Few days ago you did a nice story on straps as well. Any ideas to make these “simple” JLC’s a little less dressy and more suited for a pair of jeans and a sweater? Great episode and in my opinion still a brand, with all its watches, that is value for the money.
First, good choice on the watch. It does wear like a dress watch but I think it can easily be a daily wear. Go with different color leathers, if it is steel almost anything can work, just make sure the strap is thin to go with the watch. No cordovan or gator. Also a solid color Nato will work. If it is gold try a dark green distressed leather. I would even put it on a denim or canvas strap to go with what I was wearing. The watch itself is very simple and neutral so let the strap be what goes with the outfit. -Mark
@@CrownandCaliber sorry I do not do Instagram or Twitter (basically any social media except this and Hodinkee). Is there another way to get it to you? Currently I am even debating a Bond NATO. Only problem is the 21mm lug distance, I would guess a 20mm strap will be okay too.
