Why This Watch Matters A manual-wind version of the famous and very cool Memovox alarm wristwatch from the 1960s, plus it comes with an extract from the archives. The Full Story When vintage collectors think about signature models from Jaeger-LeCoultre, there is no question that the Reverso and Memovox come to mind. The Memovox was introduced in the early 1950s, after the advent of a similar alarm wristwatch called the Cricket, which was introduced by Vulcain in 1947. Several versions of the Memovox were produced in different sizes, case materials, dial configurations, and with different types of movements. This example will appeal to the purist with a sleek 35.5mm stainless-steel case, no date, and manual-winding K814 movement. This example looks great on the wrist, and it might surprise the person next to you with the nifty alarm function that sounds like a rattlesnake! The Fine Print Maker: Jaeger-LeCoultreModel: MemovoxReference: E858Year: Circa 1963Case No: 917434Movement No: 1670171Material: Stainless steelDimensions: 35.5mm diameter; 10mm thicknessCrystal: Yes, tritiumLume: NoCaliber: Jaeger-LeCoultre manual-winding caliber K814Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Aged Moss Green Leather StrapLug Width: 18mmBox/Papers: Extract from the archives issued on December 7, 2018 What we Love and What You Should Know Overall, this piece is in very good condition. The case still has great integrity with just light surface scratches, and the dial has gained a light patina overall. The lume plots are full and are all present with a gorgeous patina that matches the lume on the handset. There is a smudge/discoloration on the dial at 12, under and around the index. The crowns are signed “JL.” The alarm function is working and is still very loud. It comes with an extract from the Jaeger-LeCoultre archives issued on December 7, 2018.
