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Some pictures of the Jaeger Lecoultre Odysseus Perpetual Calendar.
1987 saw the birth of one of the first Perpetual Calendar in a wrist watch, from Jaeger-Lecoultre, the first one being the Lyre ( 1986 ). A 36 mm case, here made of platinum, a bit mannered with these complex lugs and profile, contrasting with the complet...
really nice piece. I actually like the pseudo-deco contours
I'm sure in platinum it wears those curves with a different attitude!!! how long was it in production, or how many pieces were made? Had no idea about this. I actually like the central 24h marker!!! (Makes you think of what Breguet is doing ;) Thanks for ...
Limited to 250 pieces in platinum, unlimited in rose gold.
It was in production till 1995 and replaced by the Master Perpetual Calendar. Best, Nicolas
This one doesn't look like a JLC....
To me it looks more like something coming from Schaffhausen.... The case, the hands, the whole look, IMO... And obvious parts of the movement ! Thank you for sharing this odd bird. Best Blomman
Yes, but not the case or hands...
And yes, one of the few modern Memovox I don't have.... Best Blomman
Awesome Post, Images, Watch
Wow- you hit me in my weak spot: the old late 80s-mide 90s fluted JLCs! I was just admiring a first run Geographic yesterday and marveling at how delicate these stepped cases appear in person. And I love this this one in particular. It's a true half broth...
Yes, I remember it well!...
When I first got into the horological biz, this was the piece. The Master Perpetual would come short of a decade later. I agree, the crown-setting would be nice, and would allow for a deeper water test, but it is an IWC trademark, whereas the single-corre...
Great article
What a great and informative article! I forgot about the Lyre watch. As you have mentioned, this watch has the gravitas of being a perpetual calendar where the date is advanced using the crown only (no push buttons) designed by no other than the legendary...
