Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Automatic

About This Watch

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Automatic draws its inspiration from the legendary Memovox Polaris of 1968 — JLC's original sport watch designed for divers. The modern Polaris retains the key design signatures of its ancestor: the inner rotating chapter ring, the bold trapezoidal hour markers, and the overall sporty-elegant character that distinguishes JLC's approach to sport watches from the more tool-oriented offerings of competitors. The caliber 898E/1 is a refined automatic movement that, combined with the 1000 Hours Control testing, ensures reliable daily performance. At 41mm with 100 meters of water resistance, the Polaris is positioned as a versatile everyday watch rather than a dedicated diving instrument. The blue dial has become the signature colorway for the collection, and the integrated stainless steel bracelet gives it a contemporary, luxury-sports presence on the wrist. The dual-crown design references the original Polaris, though here the second crown operates the inner rotating bezel rather than an alarm function. This is JLC's answer to the Rolex Oyster Perpetual or the Omega Aqua Terra — a premium everyday watch from a brand that manufactures at a level few others can match.