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F.P. Journe
Chronomètre à Résonance "Sincere Fine Watches"
A very rare and important platinum chronometer wristwatch with black mother of pearl dial, double escapement, power reserve, guarantee, and presentation box, part of a limited edition of 25 pieces
- Estimate
- CHF200,000 - 400,000€216,000 - 432,000$245,000 - 490,000
CHF685,800
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- F.P. Journe
- Year
- 2006
- Case No
- 162-RN
- Model Name
- Chronomètre à Résonance "Sincere Fine Watches"
- Material
- Platinum
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 1499.2, 36 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Clasp/Buckle
- Platinum F.P Journe pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 40mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by F.P Journe certificate of warranty dated July 31, 2006, instructions manual, polishing cloth, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
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Catalogue Essay
F.P. Journe creations are a paradoxical blend of innovation, technical mastery, and a touch of audacious creativity. Born from the mind of François-Paul Journe, often referred to as the “enfant terrible” of horology, each piece in his collection celebrates watchmaking as an art form. The Chronomètre à Resonance is no exception, standing as a testament to his genius and his ability to push the boundaries of traditional watchmaking.
Inspired by the 18th-century watchmaker Antide Janvier, Journe shocked the horological world in 2000 with the launch of the first-ever wristwatch to harness the resonance phenomenon. The movement features two independent balance wheels, which alternately act as “exciter” and “resonator,” naturally synchronizing with one another to achieve greater accuracy. This technical marvel can be admired through the sapphire crystal caseback, offering a mesmerizing view of the rose gold movement.
Housed in a 40mm platinum case, the watch features two individual time displays and a power reserve indicator at 12 o’clock. The crown, positioned between the top lugs, allows for setting one time zone forward and the other backward, while an additional crown at 4 o’clock resets the seconds hands to zero for perfect synchronization.
What truly sets this example apart is its dial. Part of an ultra-limited edition of just 25 pieces created for the historic Singapore-based retailer Sincere Fine Watches, the dial is crafted from rare black mother-of-pearl. At first glance, it appears silver, complementing the cool tones of the platinum case. However, when tilted towards the light, the dial reveals a stunning array of iridescent shades, a visual delight for its wearer. Black mother-of-pearl is exceptionally rare, occurring only once in every ten thousand natural white pearls, making this timepiece even more extraordinary.
Offered in excellent condition and accompanied by its original guarantee and accessories, this ultra-limited Chronomètre à Resonance is a rare opportunity to own one of F.P. Journe’s most innovative and visually captivating creations.
Inspired by the 18th-century watchmaker Antide Janvier, Journe shocked the horological world in 2000 with the launch of the first-ever wristwatch to harness the resonance phenomenon. The movement features two independent balance wheels, which alternately act as “exciter” and “resonator,” naturally synchronizing with one another to achieve greater accuracy. This technical marvel can be admired through the sapphire crystal caseback, offering a mesmerizing view of the rose gold movement.
Housed in a 40mm platinum case, the watch features two individual time displays and a power reserve indicator at 12 o’clock. The crown, positioned between the top lugs, allows for setting one time zone forward and the other backward, while an additional crown at 4 o’clock resets the seconds hands to zero for perfect synchronization.
What truly sets this example apart is its dial. Part of an ultra-limited edition of just 25 pieces created for the historic Singapore-based retailer Sincere Fine Watches, the dial is crafted from rare black mother-of-pearl. At first glance, it appears silver, complementing the cool tones of the platinum case. However, when tilted towards the light, the dial reveals a stunning array of iridescent shades, a visual delight for its wearer. Black mother-of-pearl is exceptionally rare, occurring only once in every ten thousand natural white pearls, making this timepiece even more extraordinary.
Offered in excellent condition and accompanied by its original guarantee and accessories, this ultra-limited Chronomètre à Resonance is a rare opportunity to own one of F.P. Journe’s most innovative and visually captivating creations.
F.P. Journe
Swiss | 1999Founded by watchmaker François-Paul Journe in 1999, the F.P. Journe brand is relatively young, but already is as highly regarded by collectors as many distinguished manufacturers with centuries-old heritage. In the minds of the world's savviest collectors, Journe is producing some of the finest wristwatches the market has ever seen. Mastering his craft from restoring historical timepieces, he was the first to create a wristwatch incorporating two escapements that benefit from the phenomenon of resonance — the Chronomètre à Résonance.
Key models include the Résonance, tourbillon wristwatches incorporating a remontoir and the limited edition Vagabondage series. Especially sought-after are his earliest "souscription" watches, made in 1999.
Browse MakerKey models include the Résonance, tourbillon wristwatches incorporating a remontoir and the limited edition Vagabondage series. Especially sought-after are his earliest "souscription" watches, made in 1999.