F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance R

F.P. Journe Platinum Chronometre Resonance Early Ruthenium Dial

Perhaps the most Journe-esque timepiece, the Chronomètre a Resonance is a wonderful reminder of F.P. Journe's watchmaking credentials, as Francois-Paul himself is the one who cracked the code to unlock the code phenomenon of resonance in watchmaking in 1999. A truly marvelous achievement, Francois-Paul arranged two balance wheel assemblies so close to one another that they synchronized due to their frequencies aligning. These early Journe timepieces were pivotal in the brand's success, as without them, the brand would not have been financed. Featuring two subdials on either side of the dial to display two independent time-zones, with one power reserve indicator at 12 o'clock, the Chronomètre a Resonance is a beautifully symmetrical timepiece that is bursting full of horological history and heft, given its importance to the success of F.P. Journe as we know it today. This particular example is from a limited edition of 99 pieces produced in the early 2000s, with a ruthenium dial and ruthenium coated brass movement. "Invenit et Fecit" is Latin for "Invented and Made". It is a recognizable hallmark inscribed on every FP Journe creation, expressing that each watch that leaves the atelier is a creation both conceived and manufactured by the brand. With two balance wheels closely situated, FP Journe's caliber 1499 was the first successful commerical execution of a movement that demonstrated the theory of resonance. It is without a doubt, the most famous model to come out of the FP Journe atelier. This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.