ChristianDK
[F.P. Journe Moderator]
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Two great pieces....
As you say, the Resonance is really the most "Journe" of the two but the Perpetuelle is really worth pursueing as well. In the watch makers atelier, they will tell you that this is one of the most difficult pieces to built due to the instant change, which is a unique feature.
.....To answer your question the the Perpetual you are posting is the older version, nicknamed the clover dial, because of the steel frame. This model never got popular but I know that we do have members who own this watch. Last year Journe offered an alternative dial and this has really caught on. especially the blue dial version is quite popular. So I will say it has gone from being a sleeper to one of the more popular. The Clover dial is still available in the collection. Personally I think its my preferred version but im rather in the minority on that.
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Not mine…yet
I had a chance to try on a few models. The Resonance is always my top of list, but it will be a bit of a wait time. Alternatively, the perpetual calendar really caught my attention. However, I wonder why I don’t see this piece posted on here by FPJ aficio...
The resonance will forever be a grail watch, that’s why I’ve commissioned an oil painting of it for my office.
However, to me, the perpetual calendar is one of the best Journe offerings with its flash system and legibility. The fact that it is one of the stealthiest journe pieces is an added plus. I hope to own one, one day. You can’t go wrong with either. ...
Oil on canvas. Came out very spectacular.
Was the first timepiece rendering for the artist
I share your sentiment. But i actually went through the FPJ forum posts here and could not find anyone whose posted this reference in their collection.
I guess as far as perpetuals the leaning is to Patek.
I love the Journe perpetual calendar. It is a simple classic stealth watch.
You’re right that Patek is known for the perpetual calendars similarly like Journe is known for the Resonance. Love them all.
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Two great pieces....
As you say, the Resonance is really the most "Journe" of the two but the Perpetuelle is really worth pursueing as well. In the watch makers atelier, they will tell you that this is one of the most difficult pieces to built due to the instant change, which...
Thank you very much, Christian, this is very helpful.
I didn’t realize that there were different versions. And you’re correct, that blue version really does move me, it’s beautiful. Moreover, I can totally appreciate the significance of the quick change mechanism.. that is a game changer, indeed. Given this ...
my sincere pleasure.
Sorry I was so late to reply. I have missed your possed when you first wrote. Have a great weekend
No apology necessary…we all appreciate the valuable source of information and experience that you and so many others bring to this amazing forum…
so I’m always happy to receive those pearls of wisdom whenever you are all able to share. Thank you 🙏🏼
