In vintage times, as lifestyle paces moved faster and faster, top Swiss firms needed a way to enhance the experiences of their now frequently traveling top clients. The renowned engineers at Jaeger-LeCoultre rose to the occasion by creating the company's famed Memovox alarm wristwatch in 1951.

This special wristwatch featured a fully mechanical alarm system that its owner could use to better organize and govern his most precious possession - his time. To pull off this technological marvel, Jaeger-LeCoultre had to equip these watches with a second power winding spring, inner gearing, and even an additional stem and crown, making nearly an entire second movement that worked seamlessly in conjunction with the normal timing portion.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre wristwatch featured in today's offering is an example of one of these Memovox watches. While most vintage LeCoulte alarms for sale here in the U.S. have contract cases, this is a true fully Swiss made creation.

We love how its gold accents give it a dressier look than most all-steel JLCs and more versatility to be worn with a wider range of outfits.

Its 35mm stainless steel case - one millimeter smaller than a classic Datejust - is in honest condition. The back has pitting that's not visible when it's being worn - please inquire if you would like it to try be restored. On the wrist the case presents as just short mint with very strong not overly polished lines.

Its silver dial has been restored by one of the leading dial experts in North America.

Our team of Master Watchmakers spent a year and a half sympathetically restoring the watch. The final servicing was done by one of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, installing a correct new-old-stock escape wheel and mainspring, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).

The manually wound Jaeger-LeCoultre alarm movement is quite clean and running extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a new watch in our testing position.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new crocodile strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

Note: A published example of this model can be found in Zaf Basha's book, Jaeger-LeCoultre: A Guide for the Collector, pg. 108

• Manufacturer: Jaeger-LeCoultre
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Year built: c. 1955
• Serial no.: 911,405
• Model: "Memovox"
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Alarm (Reveil), Automatic, Sweep Seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case markings (inside): LeCoultre, Swiss, Acier Inoxydable
• Case condition: Honest condition. The back has pitting that's not visible when it's being worn - please inquire if you would like it to try be restored. On the wrist the case presents as just short mint with very strong not overly polished lines.
• Dimensions: 35mm wide (excluding crowns), 42mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Silver, two-piece, silver inner revolving alarm insert, gold applied dart and Arabic indexes, expertly restored
• Hands: Original, gold, dauphines
• Movement type: Jaeger-LeCoultre Cal. 489, rhodium-plated, “fausses côtes” decoration, 17 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance
• Movement markings: Jaeger LeCoultre Fab. Suisse
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Band: Crocodile, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
• Width between lugs: 17mm
• Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition
• Serviced: Our team of Master Watchmakers spent a year and a half sympathetically restoring the watch. The final servicing was done by one of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, installing a correct new-old-stock escape wheel and mainspring, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).
• Timed: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a new watch in our testing position. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide