ChristianDK
[F.P. Journe Moderator]
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Nice post, Jay.
I agree and I disagree with your statement. It can be a temperamental piece. However my feeling is this is particularly true for the first generation, if it is not well adjusted and still it can drift. My personal belief is it was constructed to an other standard than the later 1499.2 and 1499.3. I now own my third Resonance. The first was a brass and it never synced properly and the winding I found tedious. The previous and the current I have, have both been the 1499.2 iteration. I can honestly say, I have never experienced problems with these. Also from my talk with other collectors, my impression is confirmed.
It is always different what people consider the iconic FPJ piece. I think a lot would say the first Tourbillon. Journe is often associated with this complication. Others, like you and me would choose Resonance and yet others say the Optimum with it’s remontoir and and unique escapement is the ultimate strive for chronometric performance and the claim that this is the ultimate watch he would make for himself. Forget the CB as you say. However, if you ask me what I consider the BEST Journe (in terms of performance, reliability and legibility) - I say the CS. No doubt. And I love the dial. It’s one of my all time favorite watches.
Resonance : It’s temperamental
We all know that not every Resonance has worked as intended for their owners Several members here have had that direct experience, and for certain it must be frustrating. I’ve also heard stories of others with similar issues, important collectors and cust...
I have not paid much attention to the Resonance.
Much too reserved in my emotions about not being able to attain a CB Bleu. Well, the movement does not disappoint!
I think we would all urge you to look beyond the CB.
The CS as Christian points out below is a fantastic piece. If you could find a dial that appeals to you then I’ve no doubt it could be a core watch in your collection. My bias is towards PT, as it will be more versatile (like the CB). The dial choice is u...
Let me know if you're in Thailand
and we'll go see the distributor and see if something can be done about the CB. Good folk.
Great post, Jay
Resonance always seemed to be a little hocus pocus in my highly unscientific mind. I have my doubts but I’m certainly glad it exists and is there for the collector’s who want it.
I can only offer a sample size of one, and from that it would appear to be a pretty consistent party trick.
But you are of course right in your last statement. The joy here is in there being something for everyone, and all of us taking a slightly different path.
Superb post Jsy!
The Resonance is a great idea but for me a watch must be reliable and accurate. Despite being the signature Journe, after reading the mixed reviews on the Resonance. I can imagine it can be quite stressful to own. Watches for me are designed to provide pl...
I can only say that my ownership has been stress free, with all four Journes.
And as Christian and Spangles point to below, over the years reliability has improved significantly.
That is so reassuring to know Jay!
I love my Elegante but then again as it is a quartz, I don't expect any issues.
Nice post, Jay.
I agree and I disagree with your statement. It can be a temperamental piece. However my feeling is this is particularly true for the first generation, if it is not well adjusted and still it can drift. My personal belief is it was constructed to an other ...
I had the same impression. Several first-run FPJs have had their growing pains.
On the other hand, the first year's CBs are good. Good post, Jay, the resonance is a special watch and I have a feeling that the new resonance will be very special indeed. Still, one could say that every Journe is really Journe, his heart and DNA manage t...
Yes, yes. Almost always identifiable design language.
I too am expecting greatness from the new iteration. I just wish it would be 1/2 or maybe 1/4 of the price!
That’s a very fair point of clarification Christian (and Spangles below) re it’s temperament across iterations.
Much of the issue with adjustment does seem to be on earlier pieces, although I don’t believe it was solely confined to those pieces. And in all cases and at all times, I’m a big fan of the CS too. Maybe the most underrated Journe.
Great post
FPJ Resonance captured me as well years ago, when I was a 90-hour-per-week trainee hardly making ends meet. That fascination is forever young.
It’s a great thought, “that fascination is forever young” if I interpret it properly.
Did you ever acquire one? It might seem that the watch would come with high expectations given the association you note with a time in your life.
I do not own a FPJ..
.. but i remember well the fascination with the chronometre a resonance and in general with FPJ's timepieces. Although I came close, I actually never acquired one of his creations, and yet the fascination for those watches is just as it was.
Great post Jay. And a breath-taking photo as well.
Having only followed FPJ since 2012 or so, I can’t say that I see one particular timepiece as the quintessential ‘Journe’ timepiece. That’s what makes him a living legend. From the CS to the CB to the Resonance to the Centrigraphe to the Optimum to the Va...
Thanks Hussam. As Christian says, there are merits to many pieces being THE Journe.
All opinions are subjective of course. Hopefully the CB will come soon. That is in itself is enough Journe and is hard to beat,
Very thoughtful post.
There was a time when I’d have agreed this to be the quintessential Journe. Wasn’t it his first “mass-produced” piece? But like Christian said-every Journe is quintessential; iconic. Maybe not the Perpetual? But every other is just so unique. So easily di...
If it’s only purpose was to get you to the Centigraphe and Optimum then it did a good job!
Thanks for sharing your experience and thoughts, I did recall you were one of several I knew that had issue with the Resonance and I did think it was a newer piece. As FP said, and Christian mentioned above too, if not regulated carefully it’ll be an issu...