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New redesigned Master Control lineup from JLC at SIHH 2017

  1. Riviera Paradise Jan 17, 2017

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    Watch Insider has some live pics at SIHH 2017 of the new Master Control Chronograph, Geographic and Date.

    http://www.watch-insider.com/news/sihh-2017-jaeger-lecoultre/

    I think all three look gorgeous and the pricing is incredibly competitive. Some might not like the needle hands, but I think they are elegant, legible and leave visual breathing room for the dial design to come through.
     
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  2. MSNWatch Vintage Omega Aficionado Staff Member Jan 17, 2017

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    Harkens back to some omega and patek designs from the 1930s.
     
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  3. Kmart Jan 17, 2017

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    That chronograph is just awesome. Priced sensibly too! How about that from a swiss manufacture...
     
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  4. Scepticalist Jan 17, 2017

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    The bezel seems a little thick, but it may be just the photos. It's a little disappointing the chrono doesn't have a display back.

    One to see in the flesh I think though overall :)
     
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  5. Riviera Paradise Jan 17, 2017

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    Agreed on the need for a display back on the chronograph. I think that thicker bezel has always been a characteristic of the Master Control product line to make it look a bit more sporty and distinguish them from the Master Ultra Thin watches.
     
  6. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Jan 17, 2017

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    There was a thread yesterday on these. They look better in person than they do on the JLC website. Regarding the pricing, JLC has always done a great job of packing a lot of value for money into their watches. I'm a little shocked at how "cheap" they are.
     
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  7. Riviera Paradise Jan 17, 2017

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    Sorry for being lazy not checking the repeat thread.
     
  8. Braindrain Feb 2, 2017

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    I really think the new Master Controls look gorgeous. Nice nod to vintage but some modern touches.
     
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  9. ncstate1201 Feb 3, 2017

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    Sign me up for the list of not liking the new skeletonized hands and I prefer the previous versions