F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu: Community Spotlight

ChristianDK · 2023-12-22T15:36:02Z

Explore ChristianDK's F.P. Journe 'summer watch' on the winter solstice. Community insights on Centigraphe Souverain and Élégante aesthetics.

ChristianDK's reflective post captures the essence of the winter solstice, intertwining the symbolic return of light with the personal joy of wearing a cherished F.P. Journe timepiece. His choice to wear a 'summer watch' on the year's shortest day offers a poignant reminder of hope and anticipation. This article delves into the community's appreciation for his sentiment and the horological discussions that followed.

As we are so close to Christmas and the holidays are starting today for a lot of us.

I finished early today and took a walk with the wife and kids to se the sun set. Why? Because today is the shortest day of the year and where we are located the sun sets at 15.43….. how crazy is that. So early and so much darkness. So this day also marks the returning of the light and longer days ahead. Very important when you are living in the northern hemisphere!

Of course it’s impossible not to think of the symbolic significance of this moment as well. After darkness comes light.

I had chosen to wear my summer watch. Just to remind me that my favorite season, summer, is on its way. Now it’s time to open a good bottle of wine and prepare the festivities in the coming days.

I wish you all a wonderful Friday with a great FPJ to brighten your day.

Christian

Key Points from the Discussion

The community shares in the optimism of the winter solstice, appreciating the symbolic turning point towards longer days.
One contributor highlights the non-commercial significance of Christmas, connecting the 'Light of the world' to the solstice's theme of returning light, emphasizing its universal and free availability.
The F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain (CTS) is praised for its aesthetic balance, with a specific preference for the subdial configuration, making it a 'crowd pleaser' and a 'very pleasing watch to own'.
A question arises regarding the originality of a watch strap, prompting further discussion on customization and complementary aesthetics.
The original author expresses admiration for a fellow collector's F.P. Journe, particularly praising the chosen watch band for perfectly complementing the dial.
The F.P. Journe Élégante is admired for its 'very nice color', contributing to its overall appeal.

The Discussion

Jay (Eire)

Dec 22, 2023

All downhill from here, summer is just around the corner !

Hah ! Maybe I’m a little too optimistic but at the very least as you point out we have turned the corner and longer days from here on. Enjoy the Christmas and wishing you and your family the best for the new year. I’m wearing the CTS right now, surprise surprise. However I wanted to share this picture from yesterday evening.

India Whiskey Charlie

Dec 22, 2023

Damn! That's really gorgeous 👍

Derreck

Dec 23, 2023

+++1 for both of yous

ChristianDK

Dec 22, 2023

Damned it’s good. No….

Not good. It’s amazing. I really love this watch. Typical for you the picture is so good. Could be from a magazine. HAGWE Jay!

Jay (Eire)

Dec 22, 2023

It’s the Subway ! Thanks Christian.

I actually wore it to a holiday event at the Boutique yesterday and a couple of folks managed to coerce it out from under my cuff. It’s a crowd pleaser for sure, but more importantly it’s a very pleasing watch to own.

ChristianDK

Dec 22, 2023

Yes it’s a piece of art in my eyes

Not for every day but it must be extremely pleasing to own as you say.

F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu: Community Spotlight

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