Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Ref. 855 Unpolished

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox reference E 855 is one of my favorite watches of all time. This example dates to circa mid 1960s. The case measures 37mm in diameter and wears excellent. The case appears to be unpolished. The luminous material on the dial and hands are super attractive and it has a nice bold font.

The crown at 2 o’clock is replaced.

The watch is powered by the calibre 825, the first automatic alarm wristwatch to incorporate the calendar complication. The movement is a bumper-automatic, which means it does not rotate a full 360 degrees. Instead, the oscillating weight will bounce back and forth between two spring sides within the movement.

Along with the Atmos clock and Reversos, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s advancements in alarm timepieces throughout the 20th century are certainly one of the most iconic genres from the Le Sentier manufacturer. Perhaps the quintessential Memovox is the reference E 855 from the 1960s. The reference’s “E” stands for Etanche, which indicates the case is a water-resistant model.

The watch does not come with box or papers. It was recently serviced and is running well.

To learn more about this model, read Charlie Dunne’s Collector's Guide: Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Reference E 855.

PRICE: $5,900 (Item SBUXYT4074)