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Kayla333's original post highlights a curious anomaly on an F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain dial: missing minute indexes. This observation sparked a lively discussion among collectors, delving into the intricacies of dial manufacturing and quality control at a high-horology independent brand. The community's insights offer a fascinating look into the potential origins and implications of such a rare imperfection.
The F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain represents the foundational timepiece within the brand's Souveraine collection. This reference demonstrates the manufacture's approach to precision timekeeping through manual winding mechanics, positioned as a core offering in F.P. Journe's lineup.
The 40mm case is executed in 18k rose gold with a fixed bezel configuration. A sapphire crystal protects the silver dial, while the manual-winding caliber 1304 movement provides an 80-hour power reserve. The timepiece features 30-meter water resistance and is paired with a leather strap. Production commenced in 2000.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking F.P. Journe's mechanical execution in a fundamental three-hand configuration. The substantial power reserve and manual winding caliber position this model for enthusiasts who appreciate traditional watchmaking approaches within the Souveraine series framework.
Never seen that before
Thanks to those flaws, the watch is worth now FANTASTIZILLIONS! ;-)
in my understanding, dial is pad printed - so i don't see a logic how it can miss (if so, it can't be on 1 timepiece either). well, if it is your watch - then you've a piece unique ! Best, mahesh.,
Very unlikely. Thomas
but it is the later version
Im wondering the same as others here - is this your watch? Since it is pad printed it is very strange how indexes could be missing in su a sharp and precise way.
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