The outer case, with its 16 holes, allowed for the alarm tone to be heard, while the inner case sealed and protected the movement. The firm created a patented case back, which optimized the alarm’s sound transmission underwater. This was a unique take on diver watches where the dive time was not set by a rotating bezel but rather the diver was reminded that it was time to go back up via the alarm and vibrations on the case. The firm continued to expand this successful line, and in 1959 introduced one of their most unique watches, the Memovox Polaris - an oversized, automatic waterproof diver’s wristwatch with alarm. Their famed “Memovox” (voice of memory) model was introduced to the market in 1950. Diameter Signed: Case, dial and movement signed Literature: "mstanga" has dedicated a 64 page booklet to the Polaris E859 Catalogue Essay Jaeger-LeCoultre's history and expertise in dive watches with alarm is appreciated by collectors. K825, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Tropical rubber strap Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Dimensions: 42mm. In overall appealing condition this Memovox Polaris is accompanied with a fitted box and open guarantee papers.ĭescription : Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre Year: circa 1968 Reference No: E859 Movement No: 1'991'374 Case No: 1'133'049 further stamped 5-68 Model Name: Memovox Polaris Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Automatic, cal.
The dial of the present model is turning a pleasing and charismatic “tropical” brown perfectly complemented by the cream indexes and hands.
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The present model was made for the European market as indicated with the full Jaeger-LeCoultre brand name on the dial whereas the simplified “LeCoultre” brand was used on dials of models intended for the American market. The Polaris was made in 1714 examples, and in 2009, Jaeger-LeCoultre released a modern version called "Tribute to Polaris" in recognition of the growing popularity of the original vintage model. The watch featured three crowns, each with a cross hatch pattern: the first for time setting, the second for the inner bezel for dive timing, and the third to rotate the inner disc with arrow to set the alarm. To do so the firm created a patented case back, which optimized the alarm’s sound transmission underwater. Jaeger-LeCoultre’s goal was to offer both visual (inner bezel) and auditory (alarm) timers for the dive. In 1959 the Momovox Polaris was born, today one of the most coveted and desirable diving watches from that period. Their famed “Memovox” (voice of memory) model was introduced to the market in 1950, however in an era where sports diving was gaining more and more popularity the brand decided to go one step beyond and create an oversized, automatic waterproof divers' wristwatch with alarm. Catalogue Essay Jaeger-LeCoultre’s expertise in alarm watches doesn’t need an introduction as the brand has a long tradition in manufacturing such wristwatches. Diameter Signed: Case, dial and movement signed Accessories: Accompanied by Jaeger-LeCoultre Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present lot in 1968.
K825, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel pin buckle Dimensions: 42mm. Description : Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre Year: 1968 Reference No: E859 Movement No: 1'991'884 Case No: 1'128'196 further stamped 5-68 Model Name: Memovox Polaris Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Automatic, cal.
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