The V9 Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Perpetual Calendar Automatic Mechanical Watch

Another groundbreaking moment in the replica world: the successful development of a perpetual calendar, one of the three major complications in luxury watches!

The V9 Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Perpetual Calendar Automatic Mechanical Watch (official models: white dial 130842J, black dial 1308470, gold dial 1302520, gray dial 30354J) is the same watch worn by Stephen Strange in the film "Doctor Strange." The V9 factory has achieved all the functions of the original 868 movement without changing the original 39mm diameter. Functions are as follows:

1. Perpetual Calendar - The perpetual calendar at 8 o'clock operates normally (2017-2024, with a free factory replacement in 2024). Adjustable via a hidden button on the case, like the original, and reversible (the original is irreversible; any adjustment requires repair at your expense).

2. Sun, Moon, and Star (Annual Calendar) - The date (3 o'clock), month (6 o'clock), and day of the week (9 o'clock) all operate normally and can be manually adjusted (the date is adjusted bidirectionally by pulling out the second gear, the month is adjusted via the hidden button at 8 o'clock, and the day of the week can be adjusted by the hands).

3. Warning Window - A fan-shaped window located above the needle in the center of the dial indicates manual year adjustment. When displayed in white, the year can be manually adjusted. When displayed in blue, it indicates a restricted zone. It is best not to adjust the year in this area to avoid damaging the life of the movement, as is the case with the original.

4. Moon Phase Disc - The moon phase window at 12 o'clock rotates once in 24 hours.

5. Hours, Minutes, and Seconds - Operates and adjusts like a regular watch. Reasons to buy:

1. Complete functionality: This watch features a perpetual calendar, annual calendar, and other functions. It's high-end, highly playable, and highly visually appealing, and the movement is in short supply.

2. Authenticity: The dial is the heart of the watch, and thanks to the original mold, the dial, font layout, and condition are 98% true to the original. Without looking at the movement, it's difficult to tell the difference.

3. Practical size: The 39mm diameter is suitable for both business and casual wear, and it goes with both formal and casual attire.

4. Dauphiné Hands: The dauphiné sword-shaped hands are the signature of the Jaeger-LeCoultre brand (half sandblasted, half polished), not ordinary factory-made hands.

5. Affordable Price: Original models are typically sold in steel, selling for around 1.1 million RMB after discount (approximately 80,000 RMB for a used model). This is the most cost-effective complication model from a top-tier brand, bar none, and accessible to most. Note: A full/annual calendar is not the same as a perpetual calendar. A full/annual calendar only displays the sun, moon, and moon, while a perpetual calendar directly displays the year. Bugs:

1. Thickness: The original watch is 9.2mm, while the V9 watch is 11.5mm. This is slightly thicker than the original, but not noticeable to the naked eye and does not affect the feel.

2. Movement Structure: The differences in movement structure are due to the different base movements, which has both advantages and disadvantages. The disadvantage is that the movements are not very similar, but the advantage is that the year adjustment is better than the original (the V9 can be adjusted cyclically, while the original is irreversible).

3. Moon Phase: The original moon phase movement has a 30-day cycle, while the V9 has a 24-hour cycle. The additional function does not affect the appearance or use.