Breaking Fathoms: Jaeger-LeCoultre's Polaris Chronograph Ocean Grey Watch's New Dive into the Depths of Horology

Picture the depths of 1968’s adventurous spirit and diving enthusiasm - it was a realm whose depths watchmakers had yet to truly plumb. Then came Jaeger-LeCoultre, creating waves with the successor to their lauded Deep Sea Alarm, the Memovox Polaris. This automatic alarm watch pushed boundaries, capable of functioning 30 meters underwater - an unheard feat for a watch with a mechanical alarm. High demand and enduring popularity soon entwined the Memovox Polaris into the rhythm of everyday life; from professionals to athletes, adventurers to consumers, setting new standards in horology.

The timepiece’s enticing Ocean Grey dial warrants admiration. Its blue-gray gradient transitioning from light to dark across the dial is a subtle nod to the ocean’s depth and the Polaris line’s versatility. The inner sector, with its radiant sunray finish, is reminiscent of the sea after sunset, when the blue hour takes hold. Contrastingly, the outer sector grants the dial movement with its finely grained texture and shifting light patterns, much like the dance of the sun on the sea floor. A composition of 35 layers of clear lacquer enhances the cool gray tones, delivering a mesmerising depth and shine. These immaculate details reflect Jaeger-LeCoultre’s commitment to elegance and sporting tradition in the 192 years since its foundation.