Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox

• Model: Memovox (Manual Wind)

• Era: 1950s - 1960s

• Case: Stainless Steel, approximately 35mm (excluding crowns)

• Movement: Jaeger-LeCoultre Caliber 814 (Manual Winding)

• Complication: Mechanical Alarm (The Voice of Memory)

• Serial Number: 844915 (Engraved on case back)

Detailed Description

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox is one of the most historically significant watches ever made, famously known as the "Watch with a Voice." Unlike modern digital alarms, this masterpiece features a purely mechanical alarm system. When the alarm is triggered, an internal hammer strikes a post on the case back, creating a crisp, metallic ringing sound that is both functional and nostalgic.

Key Features:

• Dual Crown System: The upper crown at 2 o'clock winds and sets the mechanical alarm, while the lower crown at 4 o'clock controls the timekeeping.

• The Alarm Disc: The central rotating dial features the signature triangular pointer, allowing the wearer to set the exact wake-up or reminder time.

• The Movement: The high-grade JLC movement (visible in the provided movement shots) is a marvel of mid-century engineering, showing the "LeC" signature and the intricate hammer mechanism.

• Aesthetic: The sunburst champagne dial with applied gold-tone indices and "Cathedral" style hands offers a sophisticated, executive look.

Collector's Note: This Memovox is not just a timepiece; it is a musical instrument on the wrist. Finding a vintage example with such a clean dial and a fully functional, loud, and clear mechanical ring makes this a primary target for serious collectors of "The Watchmaker's Watchmaker."