Master Compressor Extreme LAB

Master Compressor Extreme LAB

ref. 179T470

Operating without oil or grease, its Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 988C is capable of running for years without any wear or deterioration of its performances. A new structural arrangement of the balance and oscillating weight, together with the introduction of new lighter and sturdier materials in the escapement and a state-of-the-art tourbillon regulator enable it to set new standards in terms of precision. Six patents have been registered to protect the unique high-tech exterior and movement of this revolutionary watch that also features a fascinating set of complications: a tourbillon with an ultra-light magnesium alloy carriage, two time zones, a central pointer-type date display which jumps over the tourbillon carriage, and an AM/PM indication.

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Technical details

Reference:
179T470
Case material:
Titanium
Strap/bracelet:
Calfskin Leather
Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre
  • 988C
Movement
  • Automatic
  • Pieces number : 317
  • Vibrations per hour : 28800
  • Power-reserve : 45 Hours
  • Jewels : 31
  • Barrel : 1
  • Height : 8.60 mm
Functions
  • Hour - Minute
  • Second time-zone
  • AM/PM indication
  • Calendar with central jumping hand
  • Tourbillon with magnesium alloy carriage
Case
  • Titanium
  • Water resistance : 10 bar
Hands
  • Trapèze
Strap/bracelet
  • Calfskin Leather
Buckle
  • Pin Buckle 20.0 mm

Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 988C

Focus

First lubricant-free movement, Master Compressor Extreme Lab

First lubricant-free movement, Master Compressor Extreme Lab

The lever pallets are made from monocrystalline black diamond and the escape-wheel from silicon. Easium™ carbon-nitride is used here for the first time, in order to eliminate any need for lubricating the escapement parts and to avoid wear of the shock-absorbers. The barrel grease is replaced by a graphite powder-based mixture that is stable at even extreme temperatures.
New generations of balance and oscillating weight, Master Compressor Extreme Lab

New generations of balance and oscillating weight, Master Compressor Extreme Lab

The oscillating weight is composed of a carbon fibre base and a platinum/iridium alloy that is also used in the new two-arm balance. These new structural arrangements, coupled with the use of this extremely dense material, minimises the surface in friction and thus improves the performances of its key components.
A high-tech case, Master Compressor Extreme Lab

A high-tech case, Master Compressor Extreme Lab

A new case protected by three patents: one for the unusual carbon fibre construction fitted inside a grade 5 titanium ring and topped by a silicon carbonitride bezel; a second for the suspension-mounted movement with a polyurethane shock-absorbing system; and the third for the a four-notch wristband adjustment system.