Armin Strom Minute Repeater Resonance 12:59 W&W 2026
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Armin Strom Minute Repeater Resonance 12:59 W&W 2026

By SALMANPK · Apr 14, 2026 · 11 replies
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SALMANPK shares an initial skepticism about Armin Strom, which transformed into admiration after encountering the Minute Repeater Resonance 12:59 at Watches & Wonders 2026. The post explores how Armin Strom's modern reinterpretation of technical beauty, drawing parallels to F.P. Journe's design philosophy, positions the brand as potentially underrated. This discussion invites readers to reconsider Armin Strom's innovative approach to high horology.

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I'll be honest, never understood Armin Strom, many friends and fellow Purists are big fans and owners, so out of respect and consideration I kept my mouth shut until now.



















Watching the excellent video from Marko made me realize that Armin Strom has the inspired by forward design philosophy of FP Journe. FP Journe is an undisputed legend for me, where his design language has a lot of Parisian Art Nouveau Gilt/Brass Romance especially in his earlier pieces, whereas Armin Strom takes the technical beauty of FP Journe's pieces and reinterprets them in a new and modern way. In that sense I feel he is highly underrated. Agree, Disagree or another perspective?

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About the F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance Ref. resonance

The Chronomètre à Résonance represents F.P. Journe's entry in the Souveraine collection, distinguished by its resonance complication. This reference utilizes the principle of resonance between two independent escapements to enhance chronometric precision.

The 40mm case is crafted in 18k rose gold with a fixed bezel and sapphire crystal. The silver dial houses the manual-winding caliber 1499 movement, offering a 42-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 30 meters, and the watch is completed with a leather strap.

This reference appeals to collectors focused on haute horlogerie complications and independent watchmaking. The resonance mechanism positions this piece as a technical showcase within F.P. Journe's manual-winding offerings. Production began in 2000, establishing this as part of the brand's contemporary catalog for collectors seeking advanced chronometric functions.

Specifications

Caliber
1499
Case
18k Rose Gold
Diameter
40 mm
Dial
Silver
Water Resist.
30m
Crystal
Sapphire

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M4
M4
Apr 14, 2026
That piece is flat out mid-blowing. A dream watch!

SA
SALMANPK
Apr 14, 2026
I Agree, really Impressive!

AM
amanico
Apr 14, 2026
As impressive as is its price.

EN
enjoythemusic
Apr 14, 2026
According to the 2026 Forbes World’s Billionaires list, there is a record 3,428 billionaires in the world.

Being a multi-millionaire is pedestrian numbers my friend.

SA
SALMANPK
Apr 14, 2026
That's quite a number 😊

AM
amanico
Apr 15, 2026
LOL. Pedestrian. Good one. :))))

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