F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu CB

A particularly early and elegant tantalum wristwatch with two-tone blue dial, certificate of authenticity and presentation box

Manufacturer: F.P. Journe Year: 2010 Case No: 013-CB Model Name: Chronomètre Bleu Material: Tantalum Calibre: Manual, cal. 1304, 22 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: Tantalum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions: 39mm Diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed Accessories: Accompanied by F.P. Journe Certificat D'Authenticité dated June 30, 2021, instruction manual, note from the boutique, book, polishing cloth and factory box.The Chronomètre Bleu is one of the most talked-about and sought-after wristwatches produced in recent times. In 2011, Journe decided to introduce an entry level wristwatch to his notoriously highly complicated collection (his first model was in fact a tourbillon piece, followed by the Resonance). He however wanted a piece still capable of impacting the industry with a bang despite its simplicity. In hindsight, we can say that the mission was more than accomplished. Numbered 13, the present model is a particularly early example, making it stand out within the history of the Chronomètre Bleu. Journe created a case made out of the highly rare and delicate to handle tantalum, granting the piece a slick and unusual - but at the same time very elegant - greyish/blue tint. The size is a very contemporary 39mm, and the design is simple and masculine, the one hint of flamboyance being the Journe-style crown. Perfectly complementing the exotic hue of the case, the dial was realized in a sublime and breathtaking metallic blue hue, entirely mirror-finished save for the azurage of the subsidiary seconds’ counter (achieving then a two-tone effect). The elegant and highly legible white numerals and hands complete the ensemble, for a final result which strikes an incredible balance between sport and sophistication.