Review
First of all, I purchased my Jacques Lemans Geneve Sigma Power Reserve
from a vendor other than Amazon, because, at time, Amazon didn’t have it!
As a result, I paid slightly more for mine! (Huge Sigh!)
Anyway, I own several Jacques Lemans – all mechanical auto’s (from the
good old days when they were more available!) – and they are all very
fine timepieces! So, this is my first JLM quartz and it is, indeed, a nice
watch with superlative fit and finish. (Also, due to it’s slightly larger size
and heft, this watch has the kind of real ‘wrist presence’ that I prefer but
may not be for the ‘faint-of-heart!’)
Of course, being a quartz, it is highly accurate and the alarm feature is a
nice addition! In fact, the alarm is what ‘made’ me buy this watch since,
as anyone ‘into’ watches knows, buying a ‘mechanical’ with an alarm takes
some real commitment and a LOT of money!
Now, despite opinions to the contrary, I think the Power Reserve on this
watch IS a useful feature that allows the wearer to verify that a ‘beep’ will,
indeed, ’sound off when the time arrives!’ Besides, for what it’s worth, I
also feel that ‘battery depletion’ may become an issue if the alarm is used
on a daily basis!
Finally, I need to add that the ‘beep’ on the “JLM Geneve Sigma” (well, mine
at least!) IS rather ’soft and diminutive!’ Indeed, I’m lucky to notice mine
at all if I’m on the phone, (intently) watching TV or, for that matter, engaged
in a ‘heated conversation’ – as I am ‘wont to do!’ 
Perhaps it’s just my hearing – or lack thereof – but I DO feel the ‘beep’ on my
watch SHOULD be a bit louder, but, still, I hasten to add that it’s just about
right IF you’re in a meeting and sitting at the opposite end of the table from
the person ‘doing all the talking!’ Believe me, you WILL hear it under those
conditions and its ‘low intensity’ warning should not offend anyone!
Bottom Line? I strongly recommend this watch – for its size, its finish, and,
not the least of all, its subtle alarm! I hope this review helps anyone ‘on the
fence’ about this watch!
Feature
- Precise Swiss-Quartz movement
- Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal
- Case diameter: 37 mm
- Stainless-steel case; Silver dial; Date function
- Water-resistant to 165 feet (50 M)
Overview
This multi-function Jacques Lemans timepiece exhibits a detailed dial and is loaded with extra features for maximum versatility.
Specifications
Manufactured in Geneva, Switzerland, this elegantly modern men’s timepiece is from the Jacques Lemans Geneve collection, the Swiss manufacturer’s premier line of luxury watches. Classically styled and crafted with a touch of modernity, this Sigma was constructed with stringent minimum design standards, such as a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, stainless steel strap, and a 40-millimeter stainless steel case and bezel. The silver rectangular dial is offset by silver hour indices, a date window at the six o’clock, and two sub dials, including a power reserve meter. Watches in the Geneve collection are made with Swiss-made movements, such as Valjoux 7750, 7751, or 2834-2. Water resistant to 165 feet, this elegant Jacques Lemans timepiece come with a two-year manufacturer’s warranty.
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