About the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris name traces back to the original Memovox Polaris of 1968, one of the first Swiss automatic diving watches to incorporate an alarm complication, and the modern Polaris line revives and expands that legacy with a collection of sport-elegant watches designed for active lifestyles. Today the Polaris family encompasses several distinct references: the Polaris Date for everyday wearability, the Polaris Geographic for travelers who need a second time zone, the Polaris Perpetual Calendar for haute horlogerie enthusiasts who want a perpetual calendar mechanism in a sport-oriented 42mm case, and the Polaris Mariner Memovox which pays direct homage to the 1968 original with its iconic alarm function. Across all references the 42mm case size strikes a contemporary balance between wrist presence and wearability, and the collection's palette of blue, green, and gray-blue dials gives it an unmistakably nautical character consistent with its heritage.
What to Look For
When shopping the Polaris line, buyers should identify the complication tier that suits them: the Date references such as Q906868J in blue or Q906863J in green offer cleaner dials and broader everyday appeal, while perpetual calendar references like Q9088180 in steel or Q9082681 in rose gold command higher prices for their sophisticated annual and perpetual calendar mechanisms. Material choice between stainless steel and 18k pink rose gold is the other primary value driver, with rose gold examples such as Q908263J and Q9082681 sitting at a premium, while limited or brand-new old-stock condition can further influence desirability and price across the entire range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What complications are available in the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris collection?
The Polaris line spans several complication levels, including a simple date display on the Polaris Date, a second time zone on the Polaris Geographic, a perpetual calendar on the Polaris Perpetual Calendar, and an alarm function on the Polaris Mariner Memovox. This range makes the collection appealing to buyers seeking anything from a refined sport watch to a high-complication dress-sport piece, all within the same 42mm aesthetic family.
What case materials and dial colors does the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris come in?
Polaris watches in our inventory are offered in stainless steel and 18k pink rose gold cases, with dial options that include blue, green, and gray-blue. This variety allows buyers to select a more understated steel and gray-blue pairing or a bolder rose gold and green dial combination depending on their personal style.
Are the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris watches at Bizak and Co. new or pre-owned?
Our Polaris inventory includes both brand-new and pre-owned examples, with several references such as the Q9088180 Perpetual Calendar in steel and the Q906868J Date in blue explicitly listed as brand new. All pieces sold by Bizak and Co. are authenticated before sale and shipped ready to wear, regardless of whether they are new or pre-owned.
Buy, trade, or sell. Contact Bizak & Co. for pricing and availability on any reference in this collection.
