OK Zaf and other JLC fans… Although I don’t really plan on selling in the near future, now I’m curious regarding an appraisal. The watch is in the Vintage JLC Forum; Cal. 449 18 ct. Rose Gold. The dial is in all probability refinished (see comments in Forum). Caliber P449/3 Cbr. Movement Nr. 490xxx,...

Thanks Ilja. I'm not surprised if it's redone... really too clean for its age. The movement dates from roughly 1948-49. Probably put in case a year or two later. Still, I'm quite pleased with the watch. Runs beautifully.
Nice to hear from all the JLC fans. Greetings from Germany.

Thanks for your comments and observations Rick. Gives me food for thought.
By the way, you have a beautiful watch!

Zaf – I also thought about the possiblity of the watch having a refinished dial. Could be, it’s too clean. I would prefer original. But upon close inspection, I see a few signs of wear. Removed from the case, (see additional photo) and under magnification one can see case markings under the 6 and “s...

I’m a bit excited about my newest addition. I love the simplicity and beauty of the design; has a bit of an art-deco kind of feel. Nice and thin. Elegant. And it’s in great shape, keeping excellent time. JLC Cal.449 RoseGold B.JPG 18 ct. rose gold, Caliber P449/3 Cbr. (Hand-Winding). According to Za...

Adding Photos regarding the Malachite Dial JLC in this thread:

Enamored with JLC since my first purchase 2 years ago. Received Zaf’s book about 3 months ago… great work! Thanks! I love looking though it. Nonetheless, looking for more info on mother’s JLC bought in the 70’s. – I’ll attempt to download photos. Sorry, they are only of moderate quality. Malachite d...

Enamored with JLC since first purchase 2 years ago. Received Zaf’s book about 3 weeks ago… great work! Thanks! Nonetheless, looking for more info on mother’s JLC probably from mid 1970’s. – Malachite dial, 18ct. gold. \popjpeg{145783,} attempting to download photos, but only moderate quality. Stampe...