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GreatPilot@me.com seeks community wisdom on acquiring an F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance, specifically debating between the new 2019 model with a 24-hour dial, an older version, or waiting for the upcoming 2020 release. This post highlights the critical decisions collectors face when a significant reference is being discontinued and re-envisioned, especially concerning its aesthetic evolution and potential future value.
The Chronomètre à Résonance represents F.P. Journe's entry in the Souveraine collection, distinguished by its resonance complication. This reference utilizes the principle of resonance between two independent escapements to enhance chronometric precision.
The 40mm case is crafted in 18k rose gold with a fixed bezel and sapphire crystal. The silver dial houses the manual-winding caliber 1499 movement, offering a 42-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 30 meters, and the watch is completed with a leather strap.
This reference appeals to collectors focused on haute horlogerie complications and independent watchmaking. The resonance mechanism positions this piece as a technical showcase within F.P. Journe's manual-winding offerings. Production began in 2000, establishing this as part of the brand's contemporary catalog for collectors seeking advanced chronometric functions.
Do you like black..? It really depend whether you like the 24hr dial or not. If not, just wait till new version kick in and compare the two model and see which one you like. If you like the 2019 version better than the 2020 then you can always try to get it preown in the market or maybe through Journe Patrimoine. Regarding this value question.. I try not to go into this topic.. but i think the early yellow dial, tokyo and the Pisa are some nice ones.
Especially on a bracelet its a stunner imho . So i think you cant go wrong with a new or old model
Yes to the 2019 version. The bracelet is well made, comfortable, and beautiful in a masculine way. Overall: Yes.
Firstly, this was never the intended usage for this watch. It was not a two time zone, that was never the point and Journe himself I understand was somewhat adamant about that. And while the maker is obviously entitled to revisit this with this 2019 dial, I wonder how he himself looks at this dial today. Second, the symmetry of the original dial layout is part of the beauty of the watch. It’s lost here, and it was lost in the “parking meter” dial. In terms of desirability TODAY the brass movemen
I cannot find a Black label version of the 2019 model and don’t think I would want it...JIm
I’ve ever owned, I mostly think they are to ostentatious, this one is very thin and not so much a statement but seems elegant...Jim
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