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Two tone rationale
The rationale behind the two tone case is that it follows the design of the original pocket watch. At the time, Journe couldn't afford to do the entire case of the pocket watch in gold, so he opted for the two tone approach of gold and silver.
There is another version of the watch, which follows his current design code, i.e. platinum case, gold movement, display caseback. But it's even more limited, with only 10 pieces being made.
A few live pics of the Tourbillon Historique by F.P.Journe
I have just seen this watch today during a presentation by F.P.Journe himself in Paris. I will come back to it with a detailed review but the only thing I can say at this stage is that I consider it as one of the most beautiful watches of these last years...
Somehow I love it ...
and somehow I don´t love it. Some details are just so great ... I have very mixed feelings and probably I have to see it in the metal. Thanks, FX! Oliver
Absolutely splendid!
Loved it from the first moment -- thanks for these great images, and I'm looking forward to your detailed report! Best, Gary
Mixed feelings
I suspect we would all absolutely love this watch if it had a one tone case in either white or coloured precious metal. It was a bold step to go for two tone, and I cannot fathom the rationale. That said, I think it was actually a decision of greatness. T...
Isn't is such that...
those true classics needs their edges and ruffles to trickle our minds? I love everything about this timepiece even if I assume (hope?) that I cannot wear it. The movement is to die for and that alone with worth the price of admission. From the images I w...
Two tone rationale
The rationale behind the two tone case is that it follows the design of the original pocket watch. At the time, Journe couldn't afford to do the entire case of the pocket watch in gold, so he opted for the two tone approach of gold and silver. There is an...
109?
Does this mean there will be every only 109? Or is it possible that he will do many limited editions, like the Black, Boutique editions, Ruthenium or Blue or whatever? cheers Justin
The story goes...
...that the ten in the platinum case are boutique editions, with a black dial. Each boutique will submit the names of three collectors who wish to have the watch. M. Journe will then draw the lucky collectors randomly. Suddenly, two-tone is looking accept...
An elegant and coherent piece, steeped in Journe history
I love this piece. Appears to be superb and I suspect in the metal even better! Thanks for the live pics. Cheers, Tim
A fantastic watch
I love it since I saw the first press-kit. It seems that it is even better in the metal. Thanks for the pics Fx. Cheers, Mark
Amazing!
I love everything, absolutely everything the caliber is a masterpiece in direct line with Breguet and Daniels that he admires and were a source of inspiration for his first pocket watch I believe. The wondeful and bold case taken from the pocket watch, th...
Yes yes yes...i like it...
simple,effective.....I don t know why but its so charming...two tone for me.... must see it live.. thanks FX Mo
Thank you all for your comments!
The review will come but not before the end of the month, I'm a bit busy... To make you wait, here is an additional pic! Fx ...
That's what Jaquet Droz said.
But the historical pocket watch is not that way, he repected that point and imho it was better to do so. cheers François
I absolutely love it...put in order for one already
Is it the best looking watch out there...no Is it amongst the most technically most sophisticated watch out there...no Is it the most interesting concept of the year...no Is it anything new creatively...no What it is...is a watch for seasoned Journe colle...
All roads lead to George Daniels...
George Daniels, of course, developed his pieces based on the work of masters before him. Still, it's amazing how much the high-end mechanical watch industry owes him. I have shameless stolen the following photo from from their page advertising the book, ...
This one keeps growing on me everyday...
have requested the AD in the Middle East and now awaiting number confirmation...Keeping my fingers crossed!
Maintainance on silver???
I love everything about this watch except the dial is a tinny whinny cold to me . Just wondering how to maintain the silver from oxidation? Must be headache. Best Iceman
Good point!
Specially in places and like HK & Singapore where humidity really fluctuates and i remember what happened to my Panerai Bronzo in 2 days which did not happen in Dubai for six months, extreme patina and i guess silver would react similarly. But rest as...
