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dshin525 · 20 February 2023, 03:20 PM

I recently came across the Master Compressor Geographic for sale here in Seoul. It's not a watch that I was specifically looking for...but I have been interested in adding a world timer to my collection. But most were too dressy for my taste. What I really liked about the JLC is the unique way it does the world timer. It has a 2nd time dial that automatically changes when you change the city disc. And it looks and functions like a true sports watch with water resistance to 100m.
I also wanted to get something besides a Rolex or an Omega (which is all I own right now).
My biggest hesitation was the size (42mm case, 14mm thick). I have a 6.75in wrist and I personally find watches to start being uncomfortable when it's larger than 40mm. But when I tried it on, it wore really well. It sits really well and low on the wrist (as opposed to my SD 16600 which sits really high and wears a lot taller than the measured 14.5mm) and wears smaller due to the curved lugs as well.

Perhaps this will be my gateway into other JLC watches in the future!

As you can see, it sits on the wrist really well

I swapped out the bracelet (which was a little tight) with a blue Artem sail cloth strap

Wrist shot with the times and date set

vitalsigns · 20 February 2023, 04:06 PM

Congrats. I've had a Master Compressor Chrono for about 8 years. It's a great piece and as you say, sits well on the wrist. The other thing I like about the Master Compressor line is their unmistakable look -- they are unmistakably JLCs. They are sporty watches but are in no way derivative of the usual suspects. Enjoy!

1William · 20 February 2023, 11:08 PM

Congratulations.

RW16610 · 21 February 2023, 12:27 AM

Impressive watch, indeed! This brand is special and this watch has a great complication. Congrats on the new acquisition, David! Enjoy in good health.

PhilLynott · 21 February 2023, 01:01 AM

I picked up my first JLC a few months back as well and had similar feelings as you and know for sure it won't be my last.

Congrats, GREAT addition!

EEpro · 21 February 2023, 01:06 AM

JLC is pure class. Awesome pick up

danicasi2002 · 21 February 2023, 01:55 AM

I had this model when I was traveling a lot out of the country and loved it. I sold it to another executive who also was at that time traveling a lot.

dhucke · 21 February 2023, 04:32 AM

I just received a blue limited edition Master Control. I can't stop staring at it.

gpeg · 21 February 2023, 02:32 PM

Very nice. Congratulations!

stockjock1975 · 22 February 2023, 09:04 AM

JLC is such an amazing Manufacturer. Congrats!

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JTL31 · 22 February 2023, 10:16 AM

That looks stunning. Congrats OP!

rootbeer7 · 22 February 2023, 04:59 PM

Congratulations on a great watch. I looked at these as they are such a great mix of form & function. I went down the Panerai route, but these models are still in the back of my mind.

Sebnajera91 · 12 April 2023, 02:55 AM

i bought my first one recently as well and wow, there is something special about them

20 February 2023, 03:20 PM	#1
dshin525 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: David Location: Seoul Watch: 16710 Pepsi Posts: 331	My 1st JLC. Really impressed! I recently came across the Master Compressor Geographic for sale here in Seoul. It's not a watch that I was specifically looking for...but I have been interested in adding a world timer to my collection. But most were too dressy for my taste. What I really liked about the JLC is the unique way it does the world timer. It has a 2nd time dial that automatically changes when you change the city disc. And it looks and functions like a true sports watch with water resistance to 100m. I also wanted to get something besides a Rolex or an Omega (which is all I own right now). My biggest hesitation was the size (42mm case, 14mm thick). I have a 6.75in wrist and I personally find watches to start being uncomfortable when it's larger than 40mm. But when I tried it on, it wore really well. It sits really well and low on the wrist (as opposed to my SD 16600 which sits really high and wears a lot taller than the measured 14.5mm) and wears smaller due to the curved lugs as well. Perhaps this will be my gateway into other JLC watches in the future! As you can see, it sits on the wrist really well I swapped out the bracelet (which was a little tight) with a blue Artem sail cloth strap Wrist shot with the times and date set

21 February 2023, 01:01 AM	#5
PhilLynott "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Illinois Watch: Breguet marine Posts: 784	I picked up my first JLC a few months back as well and had similar feelings as you and know for sure it won't be my last. Congrats, GREAT addition! __________________ Breguet 7037 Tradition, 5817 Marine Black, Blue, Silver Patek Philippe 5134P, 5205G-013 Omega NTTD Seamaster A. Lange & Sohne 109.025

21 February 2023, 01:06 AM	#6
EEpro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Brad Location: Purdue Watch: Daytona Posts: 9,243	JLC is pure class. Awesome pick up __________________ ♛ ✠ Ω 2FA Active

22 February 2023, 04:59 PM	#12
rootbeer7 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 6,157	Congratulations on a great watch. I looked at these as they are such a great mix of form & function. I went down the Panerai route, but these models are still in the back of my mind. __________________ @imrootbeer7

20 February 2023, 04:06 PM	#2
vitalsigns "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: USA Posts: 575	Congrats. I've had a Master Compressor Chrono for about 8 years. It's a great piece and as you say, sits well on the wrist. The other thing I like about the Master Compressor line is their unmistakable look -- they are unmistakably JLCs. They are sporty watches but are in no way derivative of the usual suspects. Enjoy!

20 February 2023, 11:08 PM	#3
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	Congratulations.

21 February 2023, 12:27 AM	#4
RW16610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,203	Impressive watch, indeed! This brand is special and this watch has a great complication. Congrats on the new acquisition, David! Enjoy in good health.

21 February 2023, 01:55 AM	#7
danicasi2002 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 826	I had this model when I was traveling a lot out of the country and loved it. I sold it to another executive who also was at that time traveling a lot.

21 February 2023, 04:32 AM	#8
dhucke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Real Name: Doug Location: USA Watch: Sub Posts: 95	I just received a blue limited edition Master Control. I can't stop staring at it.

21 February 2023, 02:32 PM	#9
gpeg Banned Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: USA Posts: 55	Very nice. Congratulations!

22 February 2023, 09:04 AM	#10
stockjock1975 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland, OH Watch: Platona Posts: 1,569	JLC is such an amazing Manufacturer. Congrats! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

22 February 2023, 10:16 AM	#11
JTL31 Non-Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Janet Location: USA Posts: 3,148	That looks stunning. Congrats OP!

12 April 2023, 02:55 AM	#13
Sebnajera91 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2022 Real Name: Sebastian Location: Miami, FL Posts: 4	i bought my first one recently as well and wow, there is something special about them

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