When you think of Doctor Strange, you might picture mystical spells and alternate dimensions. But did you ever consider his watch? Jaeger-LeCoultre has crafted the Master Ultra Thin series to embody modern elegance paired with their timeless ultra-thin designs. This watch combines exquisite craftsmanship with beautiful aesthetics, much like the mystical charms of Strange himself.
Introducing the VR Super New arrival: the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Perpetual Calendar Series. After years of research, the full-function perpetual calendar movement has achieved brilliance. With the imported integrated Cal.868/1 movement, it has surpassed other versions, fixing their flaws and capturing the complexity of the original.
The watch boasts some groundbreaking features. Firstly, it’s the slimmest with every component precision-cast via CNC, achieving a diameter of 39mm and maintaining a sleek thickness of 10.2mm despite its complex features. Secondly, it’s the most accurate replica, with dial finishes virtually identical to the original. The three function sub-dials are recessed, unlike other versions that only have one layer.
Thirdly, it’s the most striking, using the Dauphine hands—sometimes called yin-yang hands—a hallmark of Jaeger-LeCoultre. These sword-shaped hands are half sandblasted and half polished, with the hour and second hands being micro-pressed. The blue needle is made from steel blue, offering a pure hue. Fourthly, it’s the truest, with a floral motif on the movement’s plates, striving to mimic the movement’s engraving. Where other versions lack finishing touches, this one excels in detail.
Now, let’s talk functionality. The month display is cleverly tucked at the 6 o’clock position, adjustable via the hidden button at 8 o’clock. The day is shown at 9 o’clock, adjustable in the second position of the crown, moving backward through a 24-hour cycle.
The date is displayed at 3 o’clock, adjustable in the first crown position, moving forward only, as this function links with the moon phase. The moon phase, at 12 o’clock, runs a true 30-day cycle and can be adjusted backward, eliminating the inability to individually adjust the moon phase found in other versions.
The perpetual calendar function, accessible through the hidden button at the 8 o’clock position, allows the year calendar to adjust. The year display spans 2023-2028, simplifying the module change for perpetual calendar functionality.
Finally, the warning window located above the dial’s center axis will shine white in safe times for manual adjustments, but turn blue during off-limits periods when adjustments are not advised to ensure the movement’s longevity. This isn’t a flaw; even the original Cal.868/1 with complex features adheres to this caution.
