Democritus
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Better late than never
Jan 13, 2010,17:15 PM
It would take a lot to pull me from one JLC (pseudo) to another JLC (classic). I made a decision that some may not agree, giving up my pam 190 (pseudo JLC) for a real limited JLC (Polaris tribute 68). Like my 190, it still gives me a big grin everytime I put it on...especially the warm from its dome glass and its solid ring.
Here's mine reporting....178
A classic modern or modern classic
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Mini Roll call Recall - Tribute
By: Bill : September 10th, 2009-17:21
I know I missed the last one so I thought the 09/09/09 business was a good excuse. I am pretty sure we can hit at least 15. If you don't have a picture handy check in anyway. Bill...
Aaaah, Finaly, Bill!
By: amanico : September 10th, 2009-23:04
Finaly, we see it on your wrist! You're right, I made a quick count and we're 15, and today we'll be 16. With Mostel, maybe we'll be 17! If we add those who own the Tribute To Polaris in platinum, we are over 20. Here's my contribution, on a Leather Nato:...
Unable to take part, but...
By: david.graham : September 11th, 2009-00:19
I have to say I am in love with the '65 Polaris re-issue, undoubtably one of my favourite watches. Congratulations gents and thanks for the pictures. David
congrats bill !
By: OlivierT : September 11th, 2009-02:42
ah, that's a great news, welcome and congratulations about your choice, '65 version is realy smart. try to send you more and new pixs from the lake of annecy on sunday evening. best. olivier
One more
By: Dje : September 11th, 2009-03:03
Hi, Here's my baby! Cheers Dje...
Polaris...
By: dr.kol : September 11th, 2009-03:44
Hi Fellows, I am happy to report that my Pt 1965 Polaris waits me at home while I am diving in the Far East. I have also secured the Paris Boutique Edition as well as the 1968 Edition. Those I will pick up immy when I'll get the time. So sometimes in the ...
Wow, Dr Kol,
By: amanico : September 11th, 2009-03:46
You're the only one I know to own the 3 versions of the Tribute To Polaris... If this is not LOVE, I don't know what is Love!!! Congrats, and please, YES, do share with us this fabulous trio! Best, Nicolas
Love?
By: dr.kol : September 11th, 2009-04:30
You are the first one saying it's "Love". Most of my friends have just recommended a long meeting with a Schrink! Sure, I will send pictures in due time. Regards,
only have a Pt1965 version
By: OlivierT : September 11th, 2009-05:37
in our Polaris world, there's no border between edition, or metal. so, DrKol, same as you, there's something special with the contact with the platinum. it's not only the weight, or special reflects on the precious metal. no. just a sensation of the densi...
Not only love...
By: dr.kol : September 11th, 2009-07:32
Dear Nicolas and everybody, A lot has been discussed about the charm and originality of Polaris. But in case I am considering the watch only as a diving tool from the perspective of a diving professional, there is no doubt that the alarm is the single mos...
Nothing to add, Kari, except that
By: amanico : September 11th, 2009-10:36
Coming from a Master Diver ( bif I'm not wrong, you are, aren't you? ), these words sound like the best compliment ever made on this watch. And something I totally share with you. To be clear, I don't dive, except in my bathroom, BUT I do live with my wat...
Correct me if I'm wrong, Clavi
By: amanico : September 11th, 2009-10:51
I agree when you say that the Vulcain is the first Super Compressor housing an alarm, but this is not the first alarm diving watch, I think. The Deep Sea Alarm, released in 1959 seems to be the first, while the Vulcain made in 1961 ( once again, if I'm no...
I think you are right
By: Clavi : September 11th, 2009-11:45
Indeed, the 857 probably predates the Vulcain, and is likely the first waterproof alarm. However, I think you will reckon that, even more so than the 859, the 857 is pretty pointless for serious diving (I think it was even called 'skin diver' at that time...
Diving instruments
By: dr.kol : September 11th, 2009-17:42
The modern dive computers are so reliable and so sophisticated that those can not be replaced by ANY kind of mechanical watch. Period. A technical diver who is not using the most sophisticated modern systems for his diving is soon a dead diver. Nicholas s...
i see in a photo u have your polaris 65
By: zhsanders : April 26th, 2010-08:49
on a brown leather band. do u have any more picts of it? thinking of going same route. are u also using a deployant? thanks
One more Paris Boutique
By: respo : September 11th, 2009-06:01
Congrats, Bill. I really do wonder how many of the 65 Boutiques we have represented on this Forum. Well, any excuse to speak of and photograph this beauty. respo...
Checking in
By: Asimut : September 11th, 2009-07:16
g Cheers and HAGWE Asi This message has been edited by Asimut on 2009-09-11 07:16:41...
I'll play...
By: India Whiskey Charlie : September 11th, 2009-09:21
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Welcome to the Polaristi Family, Bouloi
By: amanico : September 11th, 2009-22:02
And huge congrats on this Beauty. Don't forget to also post pics of your watch on our Polaris Roll Call, here: jlc.watchprosite.com ENJOY! Best, Nicolas
many thanks !!!
By: tripon : September 12th, 2009-02:23
Specials thanks to you Nicolas
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By: VMM : April 25th, 2010-13:03
I love the 2nd picture. Thanks.
thanks...
By: tripon : April 27th, 2010-14:34
I thought it should be its right place to be...scuba diving Best, Pascal
Good for you Bill!...
By: pplater : September 12th, 2009-00:34
...it's an 'alarming' hobby, isn't it? Cheers, pplater....
At least four, Dje...
By: pplater : September 14th, 2009-15:59
....because you have excellent taste, and imitation is the most sincere form of flattery!!! ;-) All the best to you. Cheers, pplater.
Here is my '68 with Donzi22's
By: rovermark : September 12th, 2009-02:33
Taken on the day when his finally arrived at the Beverly Hills boutique....
news from the lake; '65 version Pt950 Nr041
By: OlivierT : September 13th, 2009-11:17
hi bill, not last pix, because of the weather this sunday! (not a day with a sun), and a running race at 09AM. so, olf pix but nice, arent they? best. olivier...
Is that a TVR dash board?
By: Dje : September 14th, 2009-09:24
Hi, Is that a TVR dash board? Nice apparently. Thanks for sharing. Cheers Dje
oh no, just a Correct Craft 196'
By: OlivierT : September 14th, 2009-09:49
hi Dje, no it's the dashboard of our waterski boat, a 196' dedicated to waterskiing exclusively. best. O
Here is my contribution...
By: mamac : September 16th, 2009-12:22
A wonderfull taste of a wonderfull watch from a wonderfull brand...
Yep, Mamac!
By: amanico : September 16th, 2009-13:45
Finally! Nice cufflinks, by the way! Best, Nicolas
Thanks Nicolas
By: mamac : September 16th, 2009-23:38
Thanks Nicolas. It's a gift from JLC... ;-) Best regards
Wow, I'm jealous, now! :)
By: amanico : September 17th, 2009-02:45
This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-09-17 02:45:56
Better late than never
By: Democritus : January 13th, 2010-17:15
It would take a lot to pull me from one JLC (pseudo) to another JLC (classic). I made a decision that some may not agree, giving up my pam 190 (pseudo JLC) for a real limited JLC (Polaris tribute 68). Like my 190, it still gives me a big grin everytime I ...
Never too late to join in
By: Bill : January 13th, 2010-17:40
That must have been pretty tough making the change and letting the 190 go. But look like you found love once again. Sweet Bill
Thanks Bill and Nic
By: Democritus : January 14th, 2010-04:47
Thanks Nic. I have asked my AD to alert me on a Polaris for months to no avail. But, I could not get my mind off the polaris (esp the 68) since I saw your review and pics. So, fast forward to 2 days ago when I spotted a nice used piece while visiting a de...
I'm certain you will have a lot of pleasure with this watch
By: amanico : January 14th, 2010-05:16
And I'm very happy to see you enter this Club, too. Mr Lambert is a man who has a word, and he said it several times, the Polaris is indeed a " one shot " re edition. So, you own a piece which has an History, and a nice Story. Wear it with Pride! Best, Ni...
Thanks for the welcome
By: Democritus : January 14th, 2010-14:00
I have been hearing about the polaris story. Let me search around to know more about the story. It will definitely take up quite a lot of wrist time.