Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic® Watches

Jaeger LeCoultre is that one brand which is notable for its rich history and innovative timepieces. The brand was first launched in the year 1833 by Charles-Antoine LeCoultre. Since the foundation of the Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic company, it has launched various variants of watches and has produced several hundreds of movements. Jaeger LeCoultre has acquired the name of being the "Manufactory" due to its innovative manufacturing of watch movements.

The popular Swiss Vallée de Joux is notable all around the world for its excellent collection of watches. The legendary Charles Antoine LeCoultre was a passionate watchmaker whose sole purpose was to create quality movement. This talented chap loved his profession and dedicated his entire life towards perfecting his creations – the result being, till this date the JLC watches are amongst the most sought-after timepieces in the world of watches.

Now, one of the most desired collections by the brand is its Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic. This particular model was introduced in the year 1958 and was created to pay tribute to the world’s first “International Geophysical Year”. It is needless to say that the JLC Geophysic is an outstanding timepiece which is equipped with highly accurate chronometers along with anti-magnetic properties.

The geophysical chronometer by the JLC has its own mind-boggling story. It all took place between the period of June 1957 to December 1958 – which is considered to be a time devoted to geophysics. This was the time when the scientists and researchers from all across the globe engrossed themselves in exploring the solar system and wanted to discover the unexplored details of the earth as a part of the “International Geophysical Year”. The JLC saw a perfect opportunity and hence decided to release its geophysical chronometer which assured to function in the most unsuited environment.

The JLC Geophysic was equipped with the attributes of defying the magnetic fields, water pressure and held on to strong shocks, hence, it was regarded as a timepiece which can offer reliability in any and every situation. The featured chronometer of this Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic watch was influenced by innovation along with a desire to disclose the unexplored territories.

The original Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic watch is regarded as one of the most durable and precise watches in the world and it held on to the standards of Jaeger LeCoultre. These Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic watches have accompanied many expeditions including – to the poles, into severe laboratory circumstances, and of course to the Nautilus which was the first nuclear-powered submarine.

The case of this Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic was equipped with a highly-accurate hand movement which can be related to the previous military chronometers that were released by the brand. The case consisted of a soft iron core which protected it from magnetism whereas the dial of the Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic watch was made legible in order to be easily read in difficult situations.

The Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic is not just considered to be a scientific tool. It was manufactured in various vibrant including stainless steel and gold as well as it came in its Deluxe model which did not have the anti-magnetic case. Relatively about 1,400 pieces of this JLC Geophysic watches were created and sold from 1958 to 1961. In the later years, the Geophysic was replaced with an automatic derivative and was named as the Geomatic. Jaeger LeCoultre paid its tribute Geophysic line in the year 2014 with its launch of Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic 1958. This is one of the JLC watches which looked classic and resembled the original Geophysic but it is equipped with the modern automatic movement. It is regarded as a reminiscent of its vintage predecessor.

The Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic watch was particularly built for the adventurers, scientists and watch enthusiasts, hence it features all the required qualities. It grabbed immediate attention from all over due to its unwavering strength and of course because of its classic yet functional design. These Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic watches were considered to be the limited editions and only 300 of these were made in rose gold, 800 in steel whereas 58 pieces were created in platinum.

Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic True Second is one of the latest releases by the brand. It was launched in the year 2015. What sets this JLC watch apart from its family line is its movement and unusual complication. It is equipped with the calibre 770 movements. The Geophysic True Second comes with a brand new balance which is named as the Gyrolab balance which makes its second-hand jump forward only once a second. Overall, this Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic watch stands up to its reputation and is quite exquisite when it comes to its design as well as its functions.

Originally these Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic watches were built for the explorers and the adventurers, and thanks to its technical finesse of the chronometer, these can now be worn in any unfavourable situations. Hence, if you are looking for a bold and tough watch to accompany you in your expeditions, grab these Jaeger LeCoultre Geophysic and make the most of it. It is a reliable companion equipped with advanced functions.