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Hands-On Video: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Compressor Diving Chronograph

The 1916 Company2 Min ReadAug 22 2014

Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Master Compressor Diving Chronograph ranks among the finest dive watches available at any price. Ease of use, high legibility, and outstanding value are the hallmarks of JLC’s sports watches. This Diving Chronograph is no exception, and our example offers the bonus of JLC’s best-in-class rubberized steel bracelet.

Although metal, leather, and full rubber options are available, the composite bracelet is by far the most enjoyable to wear. This rare option increases the desirability of the watch and the pleasure of ownership. The outstanding rubber-coated bracelet offers the supple feel of a rubber strap, but it offers security and substance that only a bracelet can provide.

JLC’s Compressor Diving case is 44mm in diameter and features an upscale brushed titanium finish. The unidirectional diving bezel operates with a crisp ratcheting action. The “Compressor” crowns spare the user from fighting with slippery screw-down crowns when wet or wearing gloves. One half-turn opens and locks each crown and pusher.

The Diving Chronograph’s in-house movement operates with the precision and tactile pusher quality that characterizes the best chronos from the likes of Patek Philippe, Rolex, and Lange – all noted specialists of the complication. But JLC has its own methodology and values. Robust hardware, detailed finish, and outstanding value make JLC’s Master Compressor Diving Chronograph a hidden gem in the dive watch class.