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LeCoultre Memovox Alarm Ref. 3041

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Record status

Individual type · partial

Period

1940s

Maker / issuer

LeCoultre

This LeCoultre Memovox, reference 3041, is a mechanical alarm wristwatch dating to the 1940s. It features a 10K gold-filled case measuring 35mm in diameter, equipped with two crowns.

The top crown operates the alarm complication, while the bottom crown is utilized for winding and time setting. The timepiece is powered by the manual-wind caliber K814 movement. The watch displays a silver sunburst dial with gold-colored markers and hands. It is presented on a two-piece handmade leather strap. According to the provided information, the watch has undergone a recent service and is considered to be in excellent condition, with the auction description reporting that the case has been replated with 10k yellow gold.

The LeCoultre signature is present on the dial and the crowns bear the Jaeger-LeCoultre logo. The "10K Gold Filled" mark remains visible on the case back, although it shows signs of wear.

Evidence at a glance

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Catalogue references
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Technical characteristics

Type
Alarm wristwatch
Brand
LeCoultre
Crowns
Twin crowns signed with the Jaeger-LeCoultre logo
Serial
30XXXX
Movement
Caliber K814
Reference
3041
Case Diameter
35mm
Case Material
10K gold filled
Case Condition
Believed to be replated
Place recorded
Switzerland
Maker / attribution
LeCoultre

Design

Visible features
• Double-crown configuration on the right side of the case • Silver dial with central alarm setting disk • Gold-tone applied hour markers • Handmade brown leather strap
Case and Dial Design
The Memovox reference 3041 is housed in a 10K gold-filled case with a 35mm diameter. The design incorporates a dual-crown system, where the top crown functions to set the alarm complication and the bottom crown serves for winding and time-setting. The case is fitted with two crowns, both of which are signed with the Jaeger-LeCoultre logo. The dial is silver with a sunburst finish and a two-dial layout, allowing for the mechanical alarm function. It features gold markers and hands. While the dial retains its silver tone, it shows some signs of age, including spots on the inner rotating disk. The 10K gold-filled hallmark is present on the case back, though it is reported as being slightly worn.
Condition and Attribution
The auction description reports that the case is in excellent condition and is believed to have been replated with 10k yellow gold. There are minimal visible signs of use on the exterior plating. The dial exhibits some aging, specifically spots on the inner rotating component, and the case back markings show expected wear. The watch is sold on a two-piece handmade leather strap. No additional accessories are included with the timepiece. The attribution to LeCoultre is consistent with the signatures found on the dial and the crown logos present on the case.
Movement and Functionality
This timepiece operates on the caliber K814 manual-wind movement, which provides an alarm function characterized by a distinct sound. The movement is designed for both timekeeping and alarm operation. The watch's alarm functionality is described as working according to the vendor's assessment. The alarm complication is integrated into the dial design, which allows for the setting of the alarm through the use of the top crown, providing a functional utility beyond standard time display.

Identification

Reference
3041
Serial number
30XXXX
Source note
Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.

Catalogue references

No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.

Research required

  • Research required: The exact year of manufacture is not specified beyond the 1940s decade
  • Research required: The source states it is believed the case has been replated, which is not verified by manufacturer records
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