F.P. Journe Chronometre a Resonance Brass Movement Platinum Case
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.
Brand : FP Journe
Model : Chronomètre à Résonance
Reference : 01R
Year : 2001
Material : Platinum
Dial Color : Gold
Dimensions : 38mm x 8.8mm
Movement : Manual-wind cal. 1499
Bracelet : Leather strap
Condition : Excellent
Included : Watch and wooden box (interior is degraded)
THE DIAL Featuring a rich gold dial and 38mm platinum case, this Chronomètre à Résonance was one of the first 100 Resonances ever made by F.P. Journe, placing it as a watch of inconceivable rarity, desirability and beauty. The watch features all the desirable early attributes including the two-toned subdials and the rich gold hued dial.
THE MOVEMENT With two balance wheels closely situated, FP Journe's caliber 1499 was the first successful commercial execution of a movement that demonstrated the theory of resonance. With its rhodium-plated brass construction, it is, without a doubt, the most famous movement to come out of the F.P. Journe atelier.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT 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.
