Jaeger LeCoultre Memovox"TV screen " Silver dial ref e871, 1970s

Dealer description — Bulang & Sons

Founded by Antoine LeCoultre in 1833, JLC boasts hundreds of inventions, over a thousand calibers, and some of the most important watches of the 20th century, including the Reverso, Atmos, and Memovox. The Memovox made its debut in the early 1950s, introduced by Jaeger-LeCoultre. Its dual crowns allowed the user to wind and set the alarm and timekeeping functions independently. Embodying the efficiency and optimism of the post-war era, the Memovox, which translates to "voice of memory," quickly became a symbol of distinction for the stylish and busy man. Its distinctive alarm mechanism added a practical yet sophisticated touch to daily routines: from waking up and attending appointments to catching trains or feeding parking meters. This particular example is a reference E871, featuring the typical "1970s design language" — a TV-screen-shaped steel case measuring 38mm, with rounded edges and a cool dial layout. The alarm function is displayed via a blue disc in the middle, quirky horizontal stick markers without lume, a Jaeger-LeCoultre logo opposite the date at the three o’clock position, and topped off with a light blue seconds hand. We’ve paired this cool alarm watch with one of our Bulang & Sons straps. Few brands can boast the pedigree of Jaeger-LeCoultre, yet its often-overlooked accomplishments seem to center around the underappreciated Memovox, a mainstay in the JLC catalog for more than 70 years without interruption. Anyone who grew up during the 1970s will always have a soft spot for these quirky TV-shaped watches. They transport you back to the days of Sesame Street, no remote controls, and perhaps even black-and-white television. Let us beam you back to simpler times! Specifications: - JLC Memovox reference e871 - 38 mm steel “TV”case - Two crowns – one movement winding one alarm winding - Serial 127xxxx dates to the 1970s - Silver dial with blue inner disc and light blue second hand - Automatic movement calibre 916 - Alarm system - Pictured leather strap - Fully checked by our watchmaker