Jaeger LeCoultre Steel Memovox Alarm TV Screen E871 Automatic Date 1970s

A neat and quirky vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox from the 1970s, modeled after the silhouette of a television screen—fitting for a watch whose name means “voice of memory.” Its cushion-shaped case houses two later-replacement crowns that sit at a slight tilt, allowing independent control of the alarm and time-setting functions.

The silvered dial features applied horizontal silvered hour markers, accented by an inner blue chapter ring with white hash marks and luminous five-minute increments. Silvered baton hands pair with a blue seconds hand, while a black indicator line marks the alarm setting. A date aperture at three o’clock and an applied JL logo complete the layout.

Powered by the caliber 916 automatic movement, the watch is fitted with a grey leather strap. A mid-century design with playful character, it carries a nostalgic nod to retro television styling.

Wear consistent with age: replaced crowns, scratches shown on case and crystal, lightly spotted dial.

Case measures 39 x 45 mm, 12 mm thick.

JLC caliber 916, 17 jewels automatic movement.

Serial 1271xxx 

Acrylic crystal.

Grey leather strap, non-JLC.

Generic buckle.

20 mm lug width.

The service history of this JLC watch is unknown. The alarm is in functional order, watch runs and functions. We recommend a service. Guaranteed original, please ask all questions before you buy.