Mark in Paris[Purist]
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Dec 01, 2014,05:48 AM
These pictures of you trip are very nice by the way.
At the beginiing of my watch fan journey, case size was not a subject as I only look at mechanical mastery, finishing and style.
But I discovered as time goes by that big cases are not as comfy to wear and finally I think I changed my mind as I don't like big cases as an everyday wearer.
That's why big Duometre are great but to big for me to purchase one.
This 40.5 which seems to be nicer to wear may be, not a compromise, but a nice move.
As for the enamel dial (I wasn't a fan of them as they are usually really cold looking), I wonder if it makes a good couple with such a technical and sporty watch.
It's like a very dressy, classical and elegant watch with a Titanium case.
I should see it in the metal one day, to be sure of what I think from pics.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience Nicolas.
Cheers, Mark
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A superb watch,a beautiful face...
By: moc : December 1st, 2014-00:26
No doubt the choice of the size is very good,a few details turn this watch into almost a new watch ,not just an edition of the QL family. First and foremost the lunar disc becomes a little jewel in the jewel,so much better than the regular edition QL,prec...
Fantastic!
By: Fricks : December 1st, 2014-02:28
that enamel dial pops out really well. So is it white gold or grey gold? On your last pics, it looks grey, and contrasts nicely. Looks like you had a great trip. There is a thing about watches and traveling. As if we are taking them on a trip as we would ...
You're a lucky well escorted traveller
By: Mark in Paris : December 1st, 2014-05:48
These pictures of you trip are very nice by the way. At the beginiing of my watch fan journey, case size was not a subject as I only look at mechanical mastery, finishing and style. But I discovered as time goes by that big cases are not as comfy to wear ...
Fine watch, tried it recently... mixed feelings
By: Tim_M : December 1st, 2014-07:44
First, excellent photos. Now that I've seen the DQL in the flesh with enamel dial, I realize that your photos capture it perfectly. I'm partial to black dials and white metal, and I love the white gold Duometre a Chronographe enough to own it. But I also ...
The issue, with the QL, is to understand it.
By: amanico : December 1st, 2014-07:54
And I must say that the title is not helping a lot. With that name, you think that the Duometre à QL is all about the moonphase, which is wrong. It is not especially accurate with a deviation of one day each 2, 5 years, while others do much better with ea...
This is true, but it's a very cerebral intent and hard to verify
By: Tim_M : December 1st, 2014-09:14
Hi Nicolas, Absolutely true regarding the character of this moonphase. It's of the 59-tooth variety rather than the 135-tooth of the grander JLC moonphases (such as the perpetual). What challenges me is the true need for such an involved drivetrain to ach...
I should also have added that....
By: amanico : December 1st, 2014-09:28
The dedication to accuracy explains why the QL has two second hands ( one foudroyante, or diablotine should be more correct, and the other, the classic central second ) which: - Both hack. - Can be both reset to zero. Now, what I saw at the Manufacture ( ...
Thank you for this great report, Nicolas!
By: blomman Mr Blue : December 1st, 2014-15:10
A very nice watch for sure! But I must confess that my favorite Duometre so far (non-hybris/sphero tourbillon) is the original Chronograph version. Best Blomman
Spot on
By: rnaden : December 1st, 2014-16:40
Your last line summarizes a lot :-) I have not seen this in the metal, but it looks very balanced and legible - maybe a tad too busy on the dial for me, but then again, that's based on pictures. The size seems to be at the sweet spot for comfort and cooln...
Nicolas, That Is A Serious Beauty And...
By: elliot55 : December 1st, 2014-20:21
... I love the 1/6 of a second foudroyante. Soooo Cooooool. The enamel dial is just the icing on the cake of this dual-wing masterpiece. Best, - Scott
Great post Nicolas!
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 1st, 2014-22:53
You bring out the best of this JLC Duometre QL on your SingaKong photos! :) This was me staring at the beautiful enamel dial for ages (and Ruckdee snapped a shot without me knowing!) And of course, lots of memories of your trip to Asia! First time meeting...
Wonderful model of JLC and successful Trips in Asia
By: WTA : December 2nd, 2014-21:35
The beautiful Dial hide behind Wonderful machine I still remember this model, are suitable in the wrist and clear of seeing , I think, It combines the old taste (Dial) and modern ( Case) at the same time You know the place in the photo number five is the...
You sure know how to enjoy life...great trip and watch...what can
By: Clueless_Collector : December 2nd, 2014-22:01
We ask for more? Nice hotels, by the way. The JLC Duometre QL series,, I remember now, trying on during my 2012 Europe trip, but was beyond my budget. I love the mesmerizing globe of the UTT. I can't read anymore...afraid might get poisoned in this forum....
The UTT is another very tempting one, I agree. No, better...
By: amanico : December 2nd, 2014-23:08
I share your weakness for that one. In fact, I found a solution to solve my dilemmas on which Duometre to get first... I just realized that I wouldn't go wrong with any of those. So... No more troubles. ;) But that QL Enamel was one big revelation, for me...
Had some wrist time today with the Duometre QL enamel
By: Arie - Mr Orange : December 3rd, 2014-17:16
It's a beauty. Tho the enamel dial does make it way more formal than the white gold/black dialed QL. Anyway. I do have this less than a year old IWC (IW-what?! as they called it at the JLC boutique) Perpetual Calendar for direct trade-in. Couldn't make a ...
On your wish list, too?
By: amanico : December 3rd, 2014-21:47
I can understand your fascination for this Watch, which will soon turn into obsession... You will see. ;) Best, and thanks for your feedback, Arie. Nicolas
still doubting
By: Arie - Mr Orange : December 5th, 2014-15:16
between that one and the QL white gold. So had no choice to put them both on the wish list :-) Whichever one comes first wins. Dear Santa, ....................................
I had a chance to play with this beauty, too.
By: masterspiece : December 11th, 2014-12:44
Though I have a smaller wrist, it fit well and wears well, too. The dial is amazing, the size, well, fits well on my smaller wrist. Had this on my right wrist and this baby on my left. (iPhone images) Aloha, Bob ...