F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu Byblos Discussion
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F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu Byblos Discussion

By mrds · Sep 6, 2019 · 22 replies
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Dear fellow Purists, Aside from my perennial obsession with the Resonance in 38mm, I am fascinated since 2014 with the Byblos version of the CB. What is your take on this piece? A brilliant LE? A standout open dial for FPJ? Too bling or ostentatious? Let me know what you think of this rare beast. Wr

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Dear fellow Purists,
Aside from my perennial obsession with the Resonance in 38mm, I am fascinated since 2014 with the Byblos version of the CB.

What is your take on this piece? A brilliant LE? A standout open dial for FPJ? Too bling or ostentatious?
Let me know what you think of this rare beast. Wrist shots and owner’s experiences always welcome 🙏



Picture credit: FP Journe website.

HAGWE!
Daniel

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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AV
avseg
Sep 6, 2019
tbh...

I've always really liked this piece. The quirkiness is very much FPJ.

WA
Watchonthewrist
Sep 6, 2019
I realy like this FpJ a lot . Its different yet still 100% a FPJ [nt]

MR
mrds
Sep 8, 2019
Very true.

Actually it's astonishing that FPJ never made a skeleton watch (hope I'm correct about this) given his gorgeous gold movements and high standards of finishing. A future project, maybe? Thanks for your comments, Watchonthewrist!

FO
fourtaelsgold
Sep 6, 2019
I can’t decide whether this or the regular version looks better

But I love them both equally

MR
mrds
Sep 8, 2019
The standard Chronomètre Bleu is a true marvel...

...but to me, the Byblos version is an entirely different watch. In terms of design and feel, it has nothing to do with the standard CB, although of course it uses most of the CB as its base. Happy Sunday, fourtaelsgold.

CH
ChristianDK
Sep 6, 2019
It is super quirky....

but I like that. It is certainly not your first or second Journe and certainly also a watch for a special mood. I think you may need to know the FPJ universe quite well to appreciate the details. When all that said, it does tickle me without any objections to its execution.

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