The Swiss manufacturer Jaeger-LeCoultre has added a new addition to the Polaris collection of vintage diver’s replica watches. It is a new color variation of the Polaris Date series launched in 2018 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1960s iconic model Memovox Polaris.
The difference in specifications of the new Polaris Date is not noticeable except for the color of the existing black dial product. The stainless steel case is 42mm in diameter and 13.92mm thick, and even with the sapphire crystal caseback, it is still water resistant to 200m.
Above all, the dark green color dial with a subtle color catches the eye. The center of the dial has a sunray finish, the outer side with the appliqué indexes filled with Super-LumiNova is grained, and the inner rotating bezel ring, which can be operated with the crown at 2 o’clock, has an opalin finish, while the overall green lacquer tone is applied to the outside of the dial. It creates a mysterious feeling by darkening the gradation process toward the side. It follows a trending color trend, but it is a reminder that the Maison has put a lot of effort into the color and finish of the dial, especially recently.
The movement is equipped with the same in-house automatic caliber 899AB as its predecessors. Consisting of 218 parts and 32 jewels, the 899 caliber guarantees a relatively generous power reserve of 70 hours, despite being single-barrelled. As you can see, the recent update to the older version of the 899 dramatically increased the power reserve performance with several modifications, including a larger barrel diameter and a thinner and longer mainspring. In addition, the transparent sapphire crystal caseback allows you to appreciate the unique movement. And the interchangeable, tool-free, interchangeable, green rubber strap engraved with the Clou de Paris motif matches the dial.
The Polaris Date Green Gradient Dial version (Ref. Q906863J) is not a limited edition but is only available in select boutiques worldwide as a boutique edition. However, prior to the offline release, it is being presented exclusively through e-commerce for a limited time. For reference, the domestic release price is 12 million won.