F.P. Journe

A few years ago I completed a drawing paying tribute to Francois Paul Journe’s tourbillon souverain (I have included a recent professional photographic scan of the drawing below). A year later I began the next, which I named “Datograph: Out of the shadows

Chronometre a Resonance RQ . released April 28, 2020. Overview (Text extracts from the press kit for Chronometre a Resonance RQ) The new Chronomètre à Résonance has only one single barrel spring to provide power for the two movements. A differential place

Are we talking about style, complication, horological merit? I think you need to think that through to find the piece you are looking for. Instinctively I would say the Resonance or the Optimum. Of those two the Resonance is more “unique” as no other bran

Close up photo by Loupe System and iPhone

A recent trip to Dublin gave me the opportunity to take these few photos of the F.P. Journe Elegante on my wrist. I particularly like to travel with it. I find it practical and without real constraints. With its titanium case and rubber strap, it is light

I thought this Forum needed some interesting news. And I’m here to provide it! My Chronometre Souverain ran almost 66.5 hours without rewinding. Additionally, and this is the truly interesting part: 64 of those hours ran within chronometric standards. A m

Simple is beautiful, I think...

Wishing you all a great weekend! I’m going back to basics with this Chronometre Souverain to enjoy the weekend and restitute a bit. This past week I’ve had some down time from my work and the forum with pneumonia. ( Not Corona) ;-) So after the proper tre

Friends, After a delightful visit of the FP Journe manufacture in Geneva and a warm welcome at the boutique, I'm happy to welcome this into my collection: Chronomètre Souverain Havana - Platinum I apologise for the poor quality but I only have my phone wi

Hi Christian. I often read your posts and this forum because I can see many photos of beautiful watches here. I am in mid-40s. I am fond of watches but not an expert. My first mechanical watch is Rolex Datejust but it was sold a few years ago. I like simp