I have a real soft spot for the JLC Polaris and Master Control. This is a gorgeous watch. So many watches, so little truly disposable income to keep buying them 😂. Great video Adrian.
i still can not comprehend why all the brands which are so proud of their remarkable finishing do not incorporate a visible/ glass back so the owner can enjoy watching this masterpiece from both ends and not just the sheer beauty of the case and finish. Above certain price it should be a must. The excuse of deep dive resistance are no excuse in the 21st century’s so does the fear from fakes, as they forger can open the case anyway.
I disagree. I like my movments closed. Unless it's something very beautiful like a lange, journe, Moser, or some chronographs from patek ( even patek has ugly small movments that I would rather not see) .. you know how you watch porn and then the guy just open her asshole and you see inside of her organs ? Same goes here.
Sergey Zerkin i guess you never check under the hood of your merc as well for the same reason nor open a book cause the description on the back says it all...
Thanks for the vid! I think the subject of faux patina is worth discussing. I personally don't care if others complain about it - I have yet to see a faux patina that I didn't think looked awesome. I kind of feel that someone, somewhere, complained about it and suddenly it was a bad thing. It's not "faux", it's simply a great color option.
I know this is an old video, but that dial is gorgeous. I simply love what they have done with two contrasting gradients. Brilliant. Going on chrono now to check what they are going for today (if I can find any) :)
Laer Pearce I wasn’t too sure about the look of it when I saw the videos and images of it but then I tried it on at a dealer. Initially I didn’t get an emotional connection with it but after around 10 minutes wearing it I didn’t want to take it off. It’s an absolutely beautiful watch and I knew that I would regret it had I not purchased it there and then (given it’s limited to 800 pieces I wouldn’t get the chance again) so I did. It is an amazing piece of art and technology.
I fully agree that the polaris has by far a better than a submariner. I own both and the polaris is so simple and under the radar that it has become my daily go to one.
Surely if it's an every day watch the 36hour power reverse vs 70h is largely redundant. Appreciate people may switch on weekends. Personally if its truly everyday then I'd rather have a beautiful movement to admire
I have handled the black non-limited edition, and it is amazing in the metal. The dial on the LE is exceptional I'm n photos, bet even better when you see it firsthand. Great review!
The Polaris line grows on you the more you look at it and this is the best yet! I also wish they had skipped the extra depth rating in favor of a clear case back on this one.
Maybe this is not the thing many viewers care about, but your pronunciation is so clear! It's so easy to understand even though English isnt my mother tongue. Subscribed :D
I have the black version. But I was lucky to visit JLC and saw the Blue against my black. The blue is stunning but I think the black has more heritage.
Seen as JLC on make about 55-65,000 watches a year and there main collections are the reverso and master. There are going to be hardly millions of Polaris dates about are they?
This watch makes me want to learn French....a stunning piece. I think the rubber strap suits the sporty theme better than leather but you can always buy an aftermarket leather strap to increase its versatility.
@@alienhatz3265 Yes, I do have the same issue with the Nautilus. The Nautilus is far from being an aesthetically perfect watch! I wish JLC would have done better with respect to the date disk and date window in their Polaris.
I actually like the date. It changes with an authoritative clunk and the date numbers and bold and confident. It’s better than some other date windows that appear to be cut out and just there without being part of the aesthetics of the watch.
Yet another entrant into the blue dial trend. I reckon JLC used faux patina lume because cream/yellow just goes well with blue. Also 800 really isn’t all that limited, especially at the exalted price this sells for. As for what I think of the watch itself? It’s nice but not very distinctive looking. From across a room I wouldn’t know this was a JLC. That’s not the case when it comes to a Rolex or AP.
Alien Hatz I should of been clearer, I was referring to the Royal Oak and pretty much any Rolex. A JLC Reverso I could tell from across a room, but not this, the reasons for which I’ve already stated.
I ordered the slate black dial but returned it as it seems the date wheel is off center a bit. Found the same problem with a second one so just returned it.
Great video Adrian but your macro shots show up the dodgy (number 2 on the 12) lume finish at 01.35 and also the dodgy finish on the 11 position marker at 06.13. Sloppy finish doesn't warrant paying that money in my book.
I am in love with the blue dial Polaris no date. It is magical. WIll be my ten-year wedding anniversary watch. Agree-the quality of JLC is off the charts amazing.
The image on the case back is stupid. Did they design it using Microsoft PowerPoint shapes? And what the hell is it supposed to be? My best guess is it is a light house light? The fact I have to guess drives home my point. What were they thinking?
I am actually saving my money to hopefully buy an IWC next year but this JLC is tempting... A JLC Boutique near where I live happened to have 1 of the watch and I have been weighing very heavily if I should take the opportunity...
Would be great if you could do a segment on the JLC Atmos clock on your visit in December! It's such a special piece in horological history and something I believe more watch enthusiasts would adore if they more about the (almost) perpetual motion machine. Thanks
Gorgeous dial, but the watch looks too big on your wrist. (as a guide, you should mention the circumference of your wrist, everybody knows Tim Mosso has a 16cm circumference wrist)
using 1 of xxx rather than say 665 of xxx also saves costs as they can use the same template to etch the caseback vs having to constantly change the number
Stunning watch, devine brand, I love it, but the movement, though beautifully finished, is a big No for me because of the old fashioned 38h... They should have used a modified 925 movement which has 70hrs of power reserve. This brand has HUGE potential to rise and shine again! Big big fan
I had the chance to buy this, got sick and missed it. Pretty much the only watch that’s escaped me that I wished I’d gotten 😭 the standard Polaris divers go for a bargain on the second hand market
I had the boutique only Polaris Memovox on my wrist a year and a half ago. It was absolutely brilliant. I ended up with a JC DSSD instead. I’m still looking for my first JLC. The wife has a Reverso that I love to wind for her. Excellent vid mate...
Wish they made a blue dial in the no date polaris . The no date has a longer power reserve , see through case back and a 3 applied marker . I always wondered if they use gold for the hands and markers like Rolex Explorer because with that price they should.
@@leyay7540 though i truly agree that finishing should be up there too but compared to the Explorer which is cheaper it should match it and go beyond. Though steel and white gold look alike knowing you have it adds a bit of pizzazz with the JLC finish to boot
Sold my Rolex Explorer II and bought a JLC Q9008180 blue dial. Bloody lovely and far superior quality over the Explorer II plus wears much more comfortable. I am now converted to JLC 😮
I love the Polaris and see it as a great alternative to the Submariner, but I just have not been able to bring myself to buy one. I think they make them too big, why not 40mm? It's a dive/sport watch without screw down crowns... that sucks. Put screw down crowns on their no-date blue dial version and I'd be in. This new dial is an absolute stunner, but again the crowns kill it for me. I am just too OCD and I need my timing bezel to be aligned. With the Polaris that bezel would constantly be out of alignment because any slight touch to the crown is going to move it. That would drive me crazy. I see a Polaris in my future, but I am waiting on JLC to get their act together.
Tried on the black and blue one and it was a disappointment. The bezel can be turned by accident, no screwdown crown and 38h PR. I liked the dial but at 42mm it is just too big.
All brands should 💯% replace the item number with "one of ..." because that feels so much more exclusive and cool than saying a specific number. The only numbers people care about are number one and the last number in the limited range.
I like the watch. I prefer the black dial however. I have tried one on a couple of times and have considered it as a new addition to accompany my 2008 white dial Rolex Explorer 2. I love the Memovox, the concept of having a mechanical alarm function. At $20,000 Aus dollars however its out of my league.
I love the polaris. But I do agree. I really wish the power reserve was better. They had a watch a while back that had an 8 day power reserve. I think it was in their master collection.
My latest favourite watch, and perhaps the one I would sacrifice my 39mm Explorer MK2 for. The only problem I have is to pay retail for anything but Rolex (and the obvious ones from PP and AP).
It’s a pretty piece but when I think of JLC I’m thinking MUT Moon or Reverso. Interesting size. I passed on both the silver and black variants of the MM in the past as 39mm just seemed 1mm too small on me yes, 1mm makes a massive difference in diameter and dial real estate. Bit like the Tudor 58. Cool but dainty. May give this size a try on as I’m a 40-45mm guy. As you say, incredibly made but prices are soft. Perhaps secondary is the way to go.
It is not faux patina. It’s just a creamy white color, it doesn't give off a faux patina vibe. If you want faux patina, look at the much darker shade used by the Speedmaster 1957 trilogy
Gorgeous... JLC is criminally underrated, imo. Should be considered a "Trinity" brand.
Trinity brand....? I don't think so. Just because they have a couple of expensive pieces doesn't make them up there.
Agree. Have made movements for some of those trinity watches!
Hehe try buying one and having a problem/ service issue .. you course them
Vacheron and AP are a joke compared to journe lange or any other good watchmaker
actually nr 1 brand
I have a real soft spot for the JLC Polaris and Master Control. This is a gorgeous watch. So many watches, so little truly disposable income to keep buying them 😂. Great video Adrian.
I love compressor style dive watches with internal rotating bezels. Stunning
Beautiful! I never get tired of blue faced watches.
These have hit the AD's. Saw one at WoS and it was a lot nicer than I expected.
i still can not comprehend why all the brands which are so proud of their remarkable finishing do not incorporate a visible/ glass back so the owner can enjoy watching this masterpiece from both ends and not just the sheer beauty of the case and finish. Above certain price it should be a must. The excuse of deep dive resistance are no excuse in the 21st century’s so does the fear from fakes, as they forger can open the case anyway.
I disagree. I like my movments closed. Unless it's something very beautiful like a lange, journe, Moser, or some chronographs from patek ( even patek has ugly small movments that I would rather not see) .. you know how you watch porn and then the guy just open her asshole and you see inside of her organs ? Same goes here.
@Sergey Zerkin
Duke, what a classy metaphor.
I completely agree, especially if a brand boasts of hand finishing.
@@sergeyzerkin8029 good thing a watch is literally nothing like an asshole....
Sergey Zerkin i guess you never check under the hood of your merc as well for the same reason nor open a book cause the description on the back says it all...
Thanks for the vid! I think the subject of faux patina is worth discussing. I personally don't care if others complain about it - I have yet to see a faux patina that I didn't think looked awesome. I kind of feel that someone, somewhere, complained about it and suddenly it was a bad thing. It's not "faux", it's simply a great color option.
I know this is an old video, but that dial is gorgeous. I simply love what they have done with two contrasting gradients. Brilliant. Going on chrono now to check what they are going for today (if I can find any) :)
I tried one on a couple weeks ago and thought, “Only $8300?!” It looks so stunning on the wrist! Wish so bad I could have bought it.
Laer Pearce I wasn’t too sure about the look of it when I saw the videos and images of it but then I tried it on at a dealer. Initially I didn’t get an emotional connection with it but after around 10 minutes wearing it I didn’t want to take it off. It’s an absolutely beautiful watch and I knew that I would regret it had I not purchased it there and then (given it’s limited to 800 pieces I wouldn’t get the chance again) so I did. It is an amazing piece of art and technology.
Blue works so well on watches and this blue is stunning.
I fully agree that the polaris has by far a better than a submariner. I own both and the polaris is so simple and under the radar that it has become my daily go to one.
That blue, multi-textured dial is INCREDIBLE!!!
The more I view this watch. The more tempted I become. God please, lead us not into temptation.
It's so beautiful.
Surely if it's an every day watch the 36hour power reverse vs 70h is largely redundant. Appreciate people may switch on weekends. Personally if its truly everyday then I'd rather have a beautiful movement to admire
For me JLC and GS are favourites. I am looking to get myself a spring drive
I have handled the black non-limited edition, and it is amazing in the metal. The dial on the LE is exceptional I'm n photos, bet even better when you see it firsthand. Great review!
I'm not a massive fan of blue dials (I know this is against the norm). That said, this is phenomenal!! A thing of beauty.
The Polaris line grows on you the more you look at it and this is the best yet! I also wish they had skipped the extra depth rating in favor of a clear case back on this one.
Maybe this is not the thing many viewers care about, but your pronunciation is so clear!
It's so easy to understand even though English isnt my mother tongue. Subscribed :D
Thanks very much buddy. 👍🏻
Someone born in June 1995 might want watch 695.
Another great video.
I have the black version. But I was lucky to visit JLC and saw the Blue against my black. The blue is stunning but I think the black has more heritage.
I got the black too. I think the black will age better and it's simple more versatile.
@@alienhatz3265 I think he means the original was only available in a black dial.
Seen as JLC on make about 55-65,000 watches a year and there main collections are the reverso and master. There are going to be hardly millions of Polaris dates about are they?
Stunning the cream indices really work...
This watch makes me want to learn French....a stunning piece. I think the rubber strap suits the sporty theme better than leather but you can always buy an aftermarket leather strap to increase its versatility.
That is a knock out! Hard to beat!
Just bought one, absolutely stunning piece. When I saw one of 800 on the back, first thought was can't be the 1 of 800 and was told so.
To months later, how is it? I'm enamoured by it.
Unfortunately, the white date disk spoils it.
@@alienhatz3265 Yes, I do have the same issue with the Nautilus. The Nautilus is far from being an aesthetically perfect watch! I wish JLC would have done better with respect to the date disk and date window in their Polaris.
Joseph Knecht I would like to see JLC get rid of the date altogether.
The date is the same color as the standard black dial version, but I agree, the disc here is actually worse because of the color transitions
I actually like the date. It changes with an authoritative clunk and the date numbers and bold and confident. It’s better than some other date windows that appear to be cut out and just there without being part of the aesthetics of the watch.
Yet another entrant into the blue dial trend. I reckon JLC used faux patina lume because cream/yellow just goes well with blue. Also 800 really isn’t all that limited, especially at the exalted price this sells for.
As for what I think of the watch itself? It’s nice but not very distinctive looking. From across a room I wouldn’t know this was a JLC. That’s not the case when it comes to a Rolex or AP.
Alien Hatz I should of been clearer, I was referring to the Royal Oak and pretty much any Rolex. A JLC Reverso I could tell from across a room, but not this, the reasons for which I’ve already stated.
I agree JLC is underrated, which is why they are a great watches to buy used :)
I ordered the slate black dial but returned it as it seems the date wheel is off center a bit. Found the same problem with a second one so just returned it.
Nice looking watch. And I love that you’re wearing a Wrangler shirt.
Great video Adrian but your macro shots show up the dodgy (number 2 on the 12) lume finish at 01.35 and also the dodgy finish on the 11 position marker at 06.13. Sloppy finish doesn't warrant paying that money in my book.
I should have mentioned, this watch is a demo piece. The finish isn’t great, but the real thing is stunning.
2:35 😍😍😍
Rolex's finishing is top notch. 3235, 4130, even 3135 are beautiful.
I agree the blue dial is very cool!
The updated Polaris date in black and the limited green variant is updated. 899AB with 70 hour PR and quick strap change system.
Ok I'll bite - Levis the other day and now Wrangler? Thanks for you video.
"One of" also means you have to trust the manufacturer with the number of limitation.
Even better would be "One of a finite amount".
Exactly
I am in love with the blue dial Polaris no date. It is magical. WIll be my ten-year wedding anniversary watch.
Agree-the quality of JLC is off the charts amazing.
I bought it yesterday. It’s an amazing watch. The video doesn’t do it justice.
Viallineo Awesome. Congrats.
It's amazing. It's my dream watch right now, the chronograph one with black dial and leather straps. I wish I could get one so bad.
Sharp looking dial! Looking forward to your visit to the manufacture.
The image on the case back is stupid. Did they design it using Microsoft PowerPoint shapes? And what the hell is it supposed to be? My best guess is it is a light house light? The fact I have to guess drives home my point. What were they thinking?
I thought it was a diver's helmet... but now that I look at it more I am really unsure.
It’s a divers helmet that was featured on the original Polaris memovox from ‘68.
Yikes! That’s a diver’s helmet?
That dial is all time great! Perfection!
So glad that you covered this watch. I have the polaris blue dial with brown leather strap.
WOW !!!! Would still choose the Reverso you recently reviewed though 😉
Gorgeous watch. Cracking video. JLC should pay you for this.
Strikingly beautiful time piece
The most underrated watch brand with the most in-house movements,thanks
The new version has 70 hours and clear caseback and no creamy lume, looks killer.
I am actually saving my money to hopefully buy an IWC next year but this JLC is tempting... A JLC Boutique near where I live happened to have 1 of the watch and I have been weighing very heavily if I should take the opportunity...
Would be great if you could do a segment on the JLC Atmos clock on your visit in December! It's such a special piece in horological history and something I believe more watch enthusiasts would adore if they more about the (almost) perpetual motion machine. Thanks
I’d love to have that exact piece with that exact strap. Dear god it is beautiful
Nice looking watch, but hopefully the finishing on the sale pieces is better than on this media piece.
Beautiful piece 😀😍😎👍🏼
Gorgeous dial, but the watch looks too big on your wrist. (as a guide, you should mention the circumference of your wrist, everybody knows Tim Mosso has a 16cm circumference wrist)
Yes it looks large on the wrist
Hold on - that doesn’t make sense. If it’s an ‘everyday’ watch, you don’t need to worry about the power reserve; it’s automatic.
using 1 of xxx rather than say 665 of xxx also saves costs as they can use the same template to etch the caseback vs having to constantly change the number
Can u make a video / comparison with the Zenith Defy classic? I think this watch has been understimated
Stunning watch, devine brand, I love it, but the movement, though beautifully finished, is a big No for me because of the old fashioned 38h... They should have used a modified 925 movement which has 70hrs of power reserve. This brand has HUGE potential to rise and shine again! Big big fan
Beautiful JLC, love the textured dial.
THe more I look at watches, the more JLC is a favorite, like the polaris, master control sector and reverso. Personaly I like JLC over Rolex
Agree bro. The master control ultra thin moon phase is a winner for me
@@raziel5280 Excellent choice, super watch too; Is also an grail watch for me
I love the blue dial Polaris. Agree the power reserve is low. And that with such a lovely movement it should have a sapphire caseback.
Oh wow gorgeous watch
And nice sweatshirt - bought the same myself 2 months ago
👍
I had the chance to buy this, got sick and missed it. Pretty much the only watch that’s escaped me that I wished I’d gotten 😭 the standard Polaris divers go for a bargain on the second hand market
Absolutely beautiful watch!!
I had the boutique only Polaris Memovox on my wrist a year and a half ago. It was absolutely brilliant. I ended up with a JC DSSD instead. I’m still looking for my first JLC. The wife has a Reverso that I love to wind for her. Excellent vid mate...
A watch i'd probably consider. Still prefer the Master Control though.
Many brands are launching this kind of H Moser & Cie dials in the last months, don't you think Adrian? Glashutte for example
Great watch and great video but what about that Wrangler sweater? Is the video sponsored?
@@alienhatz3265 Good one.
That dial is magnificent.
Wish they made a blue dial in the no date polaris . The no date has a longer power reserve , see through case back and a 3 applied marker . I always wondered if they use gold for the hands and markers like Rolex Explorer because with that price they should.
In my opinion, the details and finishing of the hands/markers are more important than the material.
@@alienhatz3265 For me, the durability isn't the first thing I will consider in this price range.
@@leyay7540 though i truly agree that finishing should be up there too but compared to the Explorer which is cheaper it should match it and go beyond. Though steel and white gold look alike knowing you have it adds a bit of pizzazz with the JLC finish to boot
This watch has an amazing looking dial! It’s beautiful. Thanks for sharing Adrian.
That thing is crazy good! Love it
Love the channel
Sold my Rolex Explorer II and bought a JLC Q9008180 blue dial. Bloody lovely and far superior quality over the Explorer II plus wears much more comfortable. I am now converted to JLC 😮
Great video mate, the intro music is bang on and other music you use is really punchy. Cheers
Beautiful watch.....hope someone takes care of theirs because it just might be mine one day 😀
I’m taking care of mine and would like to be able to sell it to someone so that they too can enjoy it.
I would offer 20% off any JLC
Polaris or walk. This model has. not met expectations since dropping the Master Compressor line
I love the Polaris and see it as a great alternative to the Submariner, but I just have not been able to bring myself to buy one. I think they make them too big, why not 40mm? It's a dive/sport watch without screw down crowns... that sucks. Put screw down crowns on their no-date blue dial version and I'd be in. This new dial is an absolute stunner, but again the crowns kill it for me. I am just too OCD and I need my timing bezel to be aligned. With the Polaris that bezel would constantly be out of alignment because any slight touch to the crown is going to move it. That would drive me crazy. I see a Polaris in my future, but I am waiting on JLC to get their act together.
LOVE The colour of that dial!
Gorgeous watch ! Thanks for sharing !
Thanks so much for watching mate.
Tried on the black and blue one and it was a disappointment. The bezel can be turned by accident, no screwdown crown and 38h PR. I liked the dial but at 42mm it is just too big.
All brands should 💯% replace the item number with "one of ..." because that feels so much more exclusive and cool than saying a specific number. The only numbers people care about are number one and the last number in the limited range.
I like the watch. I prefer the black dial however. I have tried one on a couple of times and have considered it as a new addition to accompany my 2008 white dial Rolex Explorer 2. I love the Memovox, the concept of having a mechanical alarm function. At $20,000 Aus dollars however its out of my league.
Amazing looking watch
I love the polaris. But I do agree. I really wish the power reserve was better. They had a watch a while back that had an 8 day power reserve. I think it was in their master collection.
Gorgeous watch
My latest favourite watch, and perhaps the one I would sacrifice my 39mm Explorer MK2 for. The only problem I have is to pay retail for anything but Rolex (and the obvious ones from PP and AP).
Enjoyed the review. Keep up the good work. Picked one of these up last month. Very pleased with it thus far. The dial is amazing. 👍
Seeing what Bremont does with their internal ratcheting bezel, I wonder why more brands don’t incorporate that type of technology.
Yeah the bremont bezel feels great. Thanks for watching guys. 👍🏻
Exquisite
It’s a pretty piece but when I think of JLC I’m thinking MUT Moon or Reverso. Interesting size. I passed on both the silver and black variants of the MM in the past as 39mm just seemed 1mm too small on me yes, 1mm makes a massive difference in diameter and dial real estate. Bit like the Tudor 58. Cool but dainty. May give this size a try on as I’m a 40-45mm guy. As you say, incredibly made but prices are soft. Perhaps secondary is the way to go.
Glad you're back in london and give JLC some screen time!
10 points for pronouncing JLC right.
From a distance 1:45 it reminds me of a dilated pupil with a bright blue iris .
What is next one of a "limited" amount? Nope I want a number, any number.
Awesome looking watch
Adrian! Love the content buddy and I can’t wait for the factory tour video!
Thanks so much Frank. So glad you like the content. 👍🏻
Watchmaker puts tang buckle: “for this price level, I expected a deployant”. Puts a deployant: “this would look awesome on a tang.” 😂
It is not faux patina. It’s just a creamy white color, it doesn't give off a faux patina vibe. If you want faux patina, look at the much darker shade used by the Speedmaster 1957 trilogy
I really like that dial. I dont think we have any JLC dealers in northern ireland which is a pitty coz i'd love to try this on