Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Lapis Travel Alarm Clock Cal 911 1970s Need Repair

A highly distinctive vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Travel Alarm Clock, dating to approximately the 1970s, featuring a square blue lapis-style case, gilt Roman-numeral bezel, mechanical alarm complication, date display and the celebrated manually wound Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 911.

This compact travel/desk clock measures approximately 45mm x 45mm and was designed to function both as a portable timepiece and as a small desk or bedside clock. A hinged semicircular stand on the reverse allows it to be displayed upright.

The champagne/gold-tone dial features the classic Memovox layout with central hours, minutes and sweep seconds, a date aperture at 3 o’clock, and a triangular alarm indicator operated through the movable alarm-setting system.

The dial is signed:

JAEGER-LECOULTRE

SWISS MADE

Surrounding the dial is a broad gilt bezel decorated with black Roman numerals, set within a striking square blue stone-effect / lapis-style outer body. Similar period Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox travel clocks were produced in several decorative finishes, including blue lapis-lazuli configurations.

Two separate crowns are fitted to operate the clock and its alarm mechanism: one for the timekeeping movement and the other for winding and setting the mechanical alarm.

Inside is the period Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 911, a manually wound mechanical movement developed specifically for these Memovox travel clocks, providing time, central seconds, date and mechanical alarm functions.

The case back is individually numbered:

1291863

A presentation box is included exactly as shown in the photographs. As the box carries no clearly visible Jaeger-LeCoultre branding, no claim is made that it was originally supplied with this specific clock.

Condition:

This clock is currently NOT WORKING and is being sold AS-IS FOR REPAIR / RESTORATION. It will require professional attention before use. No guarantee is made regarding the functionality of the timekeeping, date or alarm mechanisms.

The dial shows substantial age-related patina, spotting and discoloration. The crystal has scratches and surface wear. The gilt Roman-numeral bezel shows considerable aging and losses to portions of the black numeral detailing. The blue outer case shows marks, scratches and age-related wear, while the gilt and metal components display additional rubbing, scratches and finish deterioration. The case back also shows normal surface wear.

Please inspect all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description.

Despite its present mechanical condition, this remains a fascinating collector piece from Jaeger-LeCoultre’s historic Memovox family, combining the manufacture’s mechanical alarm technology with the bold decorative design of the 1970s. It offers strong restoration potential for collectors of vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre clocks, Memovox models and unusual Swiss travel timepieces.