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ChristianDK offers an exclusive look into the F.P. Journe Manufacture in Geneva, detailing the 20th-anniversary retrospective exhibition for the Chronomètre à Résonance. This article provides a unique perspective on the evolution of a horological icon, showcasing prototypes and historical pieces that trace the journey of F.P. Journe's groundbreaking resonance concept. ChristianDK’s report highlights the brand's commitment to innovation and its distinct vision, making this a valuable read for both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts.
From Tuesday, September 1.st to Friday September 4.th, there is a respective exhibition of the Chronometre a Resonance on display, at the F.P. Journe Manufacture, in Geneva. The exhibition will be accessible to the public during this period.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Chronometre a Resonance. As you know, this has already been marked by the launch of a new watch - Chronomentre a Resonance RQ - with an entirely new movement that has two remontoir dégalite added to the the pair of resonating escapements plus a number of changes in case and dial.
The launch of the RQ was originally intended to have taken place at a major event at the manufacture, this past March. A part of the event was a retrospective exhibition on the Chronometre a Resonance. Covid-19 suddenly changed our lives and the event was cancelled.
The RQ was launched in the end of April, and has been shipped out to the Boutique network, to be displayed locally to the costumers.
Please read the article about the Resonance RQ here:
Geneva Watch Days has just taken place this past weekend and the part of the watch press that have been able to travel (almost only the European press) have been in Geneva to see the new pieces from a number of smaller brands as well as selection of the Independents. FP Journe has been exhibiting during the event and welcomed journalists to finally see the new Resonance RQ, the Chronometre Astronomic as well as some other pieces that have been updated. I will write a separate post about these pieces in the week ahead. This post will only focus on the retrospective exhibition.
Since many people are unable to travel to Geneva, Francois Paul Journe has also decided to make a small movie about the exhibition. This is currently in production and should be out in a near future.Look out for it! I will also keep you posted as soon as it is out.
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.
Great history line! I hope they would exhibit them in Tokyo someday too...
The tokyo boutique as fantastic. a very special building and the store is very, very nice.
Thank you for the retrospective post. -John
The chronometre resonance is one of the greatest masterpieces of modern watchmaking. I love how seeing its evolution goes to the heart of the development of FP Journe as a watchmaker.
Amazing post for us that can’t be there.
Of course the years have made it very rustic. But none the less.
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