F.P. Journe Vintage Watch Acquisition

curare78 · 2023-02-25T20:11:21Z

Explore the rare F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance from 2001. Curare78 shares his acquisition of a 38mm brass model with a straight Côtes de Genève movement, a highly sought-after vintage piece.

Curare78 shares a significant milestone in his collecting journey, acquiring an early F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance. His post highlights the allure of a rare 2001, 38mm brass model with a straight Côtes de Genève movement, a detail highly sought after by collectors. This article delves into why these early F.P. Journe pieces, particularly the Reserve de Marche, continue to captivate enthusiasts with their unique aesthetic and limited production.

Picked up an early, 2001. 38mm brass, straight cotes de geneve Reserve de Marche. The first series with the straight cotes was made in very limited quantities so I’ve been searching for a nice example for a while now.

I know it’s the honeymoon period but I’m in love. Pictures don’t do this justice. The way the early dials shimmer!!!!!

This message has been edited by India Whiskey Charlie on 2023-02-25 20:23:22

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The white gold dial on early F.P. Journe Reserve de Marche models is particularly superb, as evidenced by a fellow collector's rose gold dial example.
The straight Côtes de Genève finish on early 38mm F.P. Journe Reserve de Marche models is a key distinguishing feature, making them interesting to compare with other 38mm references like the Resonance.
The early dials of these F.P. Journe pieces possess a unique shimmer that is difficult to capture in photographs, contributing to their desirability.

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borisundercover

Feb 25, 2023

That’s a very important and cool watch here !

KCLQMULKU

Feb 25, 2023

Love that strap too!

Jay (Eire)

Feb 25, 2023

Coincidentally I had the exact same reference, straight finish too, on my wrist a few weeks back. Owned by a fellow collector. It was interesting to see side by side with my Resonance which has the same dial and is 38mm too.

Chicolini

Feb 26, 2023

Well played, sir! That’s a real beauty. I’m glad you reached your goal. Enjoy it fully and in great health!

Moka-Tiger (Ron)

Feb 26, 2023

Enjoy the honeymoon.

ChristianDK

Feb 26, 2023

I love these early RDMs. The White Gold dial is superb. Helle from mine….

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