ChristianDK[F.P. Journe Moderator]
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Movement shot of the F.P. Journe Grande sonnerie
Nov 25, 2019,12:24 PM
I found an old picture I took on the watchmakers work bench of Grande Sonnerie during construction.
Apologies for the not so great resolution. However you get a feeling for the intriguing and complex construction of this movement.
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Movement shot of the F.P. Journe Grande sonnerie
By: ChristianDK : November 25th, 2019-12:24
I found an old picture I took on the watchmakers work bench of Grande Sonnerie during construction. Apologies for the not so great resolution. However you get a feeling for the intriguing and complex construction of this movement. ...
thank you, my friend
By: ChristianDK : November 25th, 2019-12:44
I have no idea what all these unusual movement parts are doing but it definately shows a how complex and delicate this machine is. Deus ex machina!
My Favourite FPJ Movement
By: IndieFan : November 25th, 2019-15:15
This is a stunning movement and by far the most impressive looking, especially when activated... at least in my opinion
Stunning and impressive ...
By: ChristianDK : November 25th, 2019-23:09
And a great Sonnerie chime! I was actually thinking about you when I posted it, because of our previous tread about the CA Please tell us why it is your favorite FPJ movement? Best Christian
It's Pure Journe... Function first, and Child Proof :)
By: IndieFan : November 26th, 2019-04:40
The fact he designed the movement with a child in mind makes this watch, as it's literally child proof. Plus, it is a pure joy to watch when the chime is activated, as the movement becomes alive, more so than any other piece in his collection. And of cour...
Those are three very good reasons indeed!!!
By: ChristianDK : November 26th, 2019-07:33
I fully concur. I am particularly impressed with the size and and the reliability of such a complication. My favorite is still the Resonance but you present a very good reason for this one. Thanks for chiming in. LOL š
Claude Sfeir talk about Grande Sonnerie
By: ChristianDK : November 26th, 2019-07:51
Perhaps you already saw it. If not here is a video where Claude Sfeir talks about his experiences with this watch. youtu.be
I really agree.
By: ChristianDK : November 27th, 2019-00:31
Iām sure they post a loft of money in to the computer animated videos. However I enjoy this type as well as real filming of the watches much more. I will pass on your great input!