Cartier Branded LeCoultre Memovox Alarm (Ref. 3151) 'Cal. P489/1', 1950s

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With a rich history that dates all the way back to 1833, Jaeger-LeCoultre (colloquially referred to as JLC) is often referred to by collectors as “the watchmaker’s watchmaker” and is easily one of the industry’s most celebrated luxury timepiece brands. Although the manufacturer’s archives are packed full of interesting and noteworthy designs, it's the Memovox ref. 3151 that turns heads as one of the most desirable alarm references produced during the 1950s. Featuring a double crown that allows for winding and setting the time, as well as setting the alarm. The alarm is crisp and noticeable which is a key feature of the manual cal. P489/1 movement. While Cartier has been synonymous with luxury jewelry and watches since the brand's inception in 1847, the Maison is best known for their own creations. However, much like Tiffany & Co. and other jewelers, Cartier also retailed other luxury watch brands such as JLC, Rolex, and Patek Philippe with the Cartier name signed directly on the dial. Much like Tiffany & Co., but even more so, these specially signed dials are extremely rare and sought after within the collector community, with only a handful surfacing every few years. Stock # CTRJLCMV3151 Brand Jaeger-LeCoultre "Cartier" Style Memovox Alarm Model 3151 Serial 572XXX Size Men's Material Stainless Steel Dial Silver "Cartier" Millimeters 35 Strap 2pc Handmade Leather Strap CASE & BRACELET The stainless steel case is in excellent condition, exhibiting no evidence of previous polishing with crisp factory finishing on display and honest signs of use present. The twin, unsigned crowns located at 2 and 4 o'clock are believed to be original to the watch. The case back retains deep factory engravings and crisp factory finishing, the 4-digit Cartier inventory number is located beneath the JLC serial number. The inside of the case back is signed by both LeCoultre and European Watch & Clock Company, and the movement is also signed European Watch & Clock Company, which is correct for Cartier branded timepieces of this era. The watch comes supplied 2pc handmade leather strap. DIAL & HANDS The original non-luminous Cartier signed silver dial features a charming vintage aesthetic with warm aging present around the dial edges. Outside of the aging, there are no scratches or notable wear present. The solid stainless steel hands are in excellent condition. ACCESSORIES None. The watch is keeping time, the previous service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.