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  1. NT931 Apr 11, 2014

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    Hodinkee has a nice write up on the 'rebirth' of the Geophysic.

    http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/jaeger-lecoultre-geophysic-1958

    There's much to like, starting with the very sensible 38.5mm sized dial. The platinum version is stunning! Damn I want one, though I doubt I'd ever shell out that much money for the platinum version.
     
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  2. Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Apr 11, 2014

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    Saw that yesterday too... I like it!
     
  3. citizenrich Metal Mixer! Apr 11, 2014

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    Nice. in theory, this watch never needs service?

    as long as it mostly stays in the safe which is where 95% of these limited editions wind up.

    And, you're right. The platinum version is the one to get, if you can get it. 10k for steel doesn't seem much of a steal but 28k for 1 out only 58 is going to be a long term winner.
     
  4. ulackfocus Apr 11, 2014

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    Oooooo, crosshair dials and a cool case back medallion! ::love:: In 30 or 40 years I'll be desperately hunting one of these.
     
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  5. SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 11, 2014

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    The platinum looks the best one. It's in the same price ballpark as a steel Nautilus, so not outrageously priced if you're shopping in that bracket.

    Unfortunately most of us would have to trade in all or big chunks of our collections to get there... or sell a lot of body parts.
     
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  6. Alpha Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega Collector Apr 11, 2014

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    Afraid my body parts are well past their sell buy :(
     
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  7. ulackfocus Apr 11, 2014

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    That would be "expiry date" for those in the Great White North.
     
  8. 88cut Apr 11, 2014

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    Is it just me or is it uncommon in recent times to find JLC with a chronometer instead of their 1000 Hours?
     
  9. Dedalus Apr 12, 2014

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    The new pieces are put through JLC's 1000 hour test. The chronometre version shown is, I believe, an original reference E 168. from c. 1958.
    I'm not entirely enamoured with the platinum version, but I'm pretty keen on the crosshair dial on the steel version. The movement specs aren't too shabby, either. ::love::
     
  10. Gavin It's the quiet ones you have to 'watch' out for. Apr 12, 2014

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    Very nice. I have to say JLC has to be the best in the business in reissues. But honestly, I still prefer the originals.
     
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  11. Hijak Apr 12, 2014

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    Mine too!
     
  12. Privateday7 quotes Miss Universe Apr 12, 2014

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    What is the range price of early originals?
     
  13. Gavin It's the quiet ones you have to 'watch' out for. Apr 12, 2014

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    They usually pop up in auction houses and typically sell for $15-20k depending on condition.
     
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  14. ulackfocus Apr 12, 2014

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    Early JLC's or early body parts from Alpha? :D
     
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  15. Privateday7 quotes Miss Universe Apr 12, 2014

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    :D
     
  16. NT931 Apr 13, 2014

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    Good grief, I had no idea the original Geophysic costs that much! Thanks Gavin for helping me frame the costs correctly, it seems to me now that $9.8k for the new steel version is a relative 'bargain'. Ah, cognitive biases, the WIS' best friend :p
     
  17. Privateday7 quotes Miss Universe Apr 13, 2014

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    Now I know what the disease in my mind is ......::facepalm1::
     
  18. opticalserenity Apr 24, 2014

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    Beautiful watch, kidneys everywhere are shuddering in fear. :)