{"title":"F. P. Journe Souverain","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover F. P. Journe's manual-winding Souverain collection with A Collected Man, from the time-only \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"View Journe's collection of Chronometre Souverain watches\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e and Chronomètre Bleu, to the Chronomètre Tourbillon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe works of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our entire collection of rare F. P. Journe watches\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology, in perfect harmony. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMonsieur Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s mastery is evident in the look, feel, and romance of his craftsmanship - inspired by his immediate works after graduation, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"buy-fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-platinum-watch-sold","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Black Label | Platinum","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain Black Label\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding Cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eplatinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBracelet\/strap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eblack alligator strap from F. P. Journe with tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloche dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis limited edition, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain Black Label is from 2009, in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The Black Label series by the independent watchmaker F. P. Journe was exclusively available to existing F.P. Journe clients. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The black dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, \u003ci\u003eClous de Paris\u003c\/i\u003e pattern, while the outer track holds the white, embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands form a nice contrast to the black dial. Between seven and eight o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at three o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours have passed since you wounded the watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes with a black F.P. Journe alligator strap and tang buckle. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt has almost no traces of wear, with the exception of minor scratch on the caseback (external to the display back above the word \"chronomètre\"). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eA+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e12 months full\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBox:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePaperwork:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003enow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eUK Delivery:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efree next day\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eOverseas delivery:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e3-5 working days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eReturns:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e14 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePrice:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e£23,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23315172035,"sku":"WPL F252","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Black_Label_A_Collected_Man_London11_29059d1b-6fc9-40ec-ae68-bec8e9683fc9.jpg?v=1772527255"},{"product_id":"f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain-black-label","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Black Label | 38mm | Platinum","description":"This Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 38 mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The black dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, \u003ci\u003eClous de Paris\u003c\/i\u003e pattern, while the outer track holds the white, embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands form a nice contrast to the black dial. Between seven and eight o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at three o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours have passed since you have wound the watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Black Label series by the independent watchmaker F. P. Journe was exclusively available to existing F.P. Journe clients. In 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain Black Label\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding Cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloche dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebrand new black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis limited edition, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain Black Label is from 2008, in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It has been fully serviced and comes with a brand new alligator strap from F. P. Journe.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34895642307,"sku":"CMHPL F320","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/bseticando.jpg?v=1772527155"},{"product_id":"buy-fp-journe-tourbillon-souverain","title":"Tourbillon Souverain | Limited Edition | 38 mm | Steel","description":"A Collected Man is proud to offer a rare opportunity to acquire one of five pieces from an original box set, released in 2015. Each of the sets contained five of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/interview-francois-paul-journe\" title=\"Read our latest interview with F.P. Journe in The Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s most iconic watches in stainless steel, with gold dials, rose-gold movements and sized at 38mm.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThirty-eight of the sets were made to commemorate the end of the 38mm case size, (very much the choice of the original purist) and this was the first time that any Journe dress watch (excluding a grande or petite sonnerie chiming watch), was made available in steel. Four of the five pieces (apart from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/buy-fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the Chronometre Souverain in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e) in the collection have been discontinued.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoreover, the original version of the Tourbillon Souverain had never been made with a gold movement. This example was originally made between 1999 and 2003 with a ‘Remontoir d’Egalité’; rather than a dead-seconds complication. It was also the very first production watch made by Journe. This example, represents the first original version of the Tourbillon Souverain to have been made with a gold movement - a fitting successor to François-Paul Journe’s very own tourbillion wristwatch.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 38 mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The yellow dial is delicately textured, and displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillion (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. At 12 o’clock, a power reserve indicator of 42 hours is displayed. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe one-second rementoir d'egalité system is displayed in one of two large apertures on the dial side, providing constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1498 tourbillon movement is 18-carat rose gold, with fausses côtes embellishments, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved \"Chronometre A Tourbillion\" and \"Remontoir D’Elegante\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Collected Man is delighted to be able to offer a rare opportunity to acquire a truly iconic, collectors’ piece. We leave the final word to F.P. Journe, who on their website state “it is extremely rare for luxury watches to be cased in steel. There are very few such watches, and they reach much higher prices at auction than the same models in precious metals. This set is intended for true collectors, those who know what is rare. The combination of 18K rose-gold movements with 38 mm steel cases makes this set the rarest of all F.P. Journe’s collections.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther watches from the set, including the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-octa-automatique-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the F. P. Journe Octa Automatique in 38 mm steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOcta Automatique\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-octa-calendrier-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the F. P. Journe Octa Calendrier in 38 mm steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOcta Calendrier\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/buy-fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the 38 mm F. P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-chronometre-resonance-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the 38 mm F. P. Journe Chronometre Resonance in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are available in our collection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/independent-watchmakers\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our selection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF. P. Journe watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings are available at our office in central London, by appointment only.\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTourbillon Souverain - Limited Edition 1 of 38 pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMechanical manual-winding Cal. \u003cspan\u003e1498\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eTourbillon, hours, minutes, power reserve display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eLimited edition, guilloche sub-dial, display back, steel blue hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e38 mm stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eSapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack alligator strap with steel deployant buckle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eOriginal box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis pre-owned watch was taken out and worn on less than a dozen occasions by its original owner, thus the watch is preserved in exceptional condition. It has also never been serviced or polished and it keeps excellent time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch comes in its original wooden box for holding five watches, with the set's original certificate, and a letter confirming its originality from A Collected Man.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37339451139,"sku":"CADSS F432","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Tourbillon_Souverain_38_mm_Steel_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London14.jpg?v=1772527054"},{"product_id":"buy-fp-journe-chronometre-souverain","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Black Label | 40mm | Platinum","description":"This Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40 mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The black dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, \u003ci\u003eClous de Paris\u003c\/i\u003e pattern, while the outer track holds the white, embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands form a nice contrast to the black dial. Between seven and eight o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at three o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours have passed since you have wound the watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Black Label series by the independent watchmaker F. P. Journe was exclusively available to existing F.P. Journe clients, with this example uniquely numbered 787. In 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain Black Label, no. 787\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding Cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloche dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebrand new black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis limited edition, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain Black Label is from 2015, in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It has been fully serviced and comes with a brand new alligator strap from F. P. Journe.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39195369667,"sku":"WPL F352","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FPJourne_Chronometre_Souverain_BlackLabel_40mm_Platinum_IndependentWatchmaker_ACollectedMan_4.jpg?v=1772526953"},{"product_id":"buy-fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-watch-sold","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Silver Dial | 40mm | Platinum","description":"This Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The silver dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are made of blued steel and forms a contrast between the silver dial to improve readibility. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at 3 o’clock is a power reserve indicator which states a power reserve of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This watch comes with a black F.P. Journe alligator strap and platinum tang buckle.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain No. 122\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eManual-winding Cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePower Reserve Indicator, Hours, Minutes, Sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGuilloche dial, Display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm Platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eSapphire Front and Back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBlack Alligator Strap from F. P. Journe with Tang Buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eSold in December 2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFull Set - Box and Papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis preowned, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain is from 2015, in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes with an alligator strap from F. P. Journe and a platinum tang buckle, and it is guaranteed for authenticity.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44349740995,"sku":"CJHPL F414","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_platinum_preowned_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London12.jpg?v=1772526840"},{"product_id":"buy-fp-journe-chronometre-optimum","title":"Chronomètre Optimum | Platinum","description":"The Chronomètre Optimum is a testament to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/interview-francois-paul-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in our Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s watchmaking philosophy; to design and manufacture timeless watches that will still function 200 years later, much like his immediate works after graduating, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It was in the the late 1980s, when François-Paul Journe envisioned the Chronomètre Optimum to be the watch that he would design for himself - “with three-hands, two mainsprings and a remontoir d'égalité”. It was in 2001 that the original concept for the Chronomètre Optimum was reworked, taking over 10 years to reach production in 2012. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In the design, Monsieur Journe used familiar pieces from the Chronomètre Souverain and Tourbillon. Like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/independent-watchmakers\/products\/buy-fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-watch\" title=\"View the Chronometre Souverain in our collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain\u003c\/a\u003e, the Optimum utilises a double-barrel layout, operating in parallel. Borrowing from the tourbillon, the Optimum uses the one-second rementoir d'egalité system. The latter is displayed in one of two large apertures on the dial side, and it provides constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement. The patented, EBHP direct-impulse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-knowledge-escapements\" title=\"Read more about Journe's Natural Escapement here\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebi-axial escapement\u003c\/a\u003e functions without any oil or any form of lubricants. Connected to this, a \"natural\" dead-beat seconds, displayed on the caseback. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe combination of these systems offers a more stable delivery of energy to the movement. According to Journe himself, the Optimum is thus the ultimate chronometer, achieved by the maximum possible reduction of internal friction in the movement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This manual-winding, Calibre 1510 is made from 18k rose gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 44 jewels, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. As expected from F. P Journe, the movement is expertly finished and elaborately decorated, with contrasts established between the circular graining on the baseplate and Genevan stripes on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Sized at a contemporary 40mm, this platinum Chronomètre Optimum features a rounded bezel, thin lugs and the manufactures' signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The entire watch is polished and mirror finished, while the crown itself is engraved. The white gold dial of the Chronomètre Optimum displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes, along with a running-seconds at 9 o’clock. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed above the two subsidiary dials (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The power-reserve indicator is located a 6 o’clock, heading from 0 to 40+. Impressively, the Chronomètre Optimum has a power-reserve of 70 hours, with 50 full-hours possible without any loss of amplitude. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Optimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eManual-winding C\u003cspan\u003ealibre 1510\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGuilloche dial, Display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eSapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBlack alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eSold in 2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFull Set - Box and Papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis preowned F. P Journe Chronomètre Optimum watch is in mint condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The watch comes as a full set, with box and papers from the manufacture, dated 2014. This watch comes with an original black F. P Journe alligator strap, and a matching platinum tang buckle","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4896200163359,"sku":"CAKPT F439","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Optimum_platinum_dress_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London28.jpg?v=1772526737"},{"product_id":"buy-fp-journe-centigraphe-souverain-watch","title":"Centigraphe Souverain | Black Label | Custom hands | Platinum","description":"This rare, manual-winding, platinum F. P Journe ‘Black Label’ Centigraphe Souverain is in mint condition and comes as a full set, with box and papers from the manufacture. In 2008, the Centigraphe Souverain won ‘L'Aiguille d’Or’ (The Golden Hand) award at the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It was three years prior to the introduction of the Centigraphe Souverain, when François-Paul Journe expressed to Jean Todt (then executive director of Scuderia Ferrari), that “there was nothing serious enough in mechanical horology to time today’s racing cars to the 100th of a second”. It was in 2007 that the Centigraphe Souverain was presented, at which time François-Paul Journe credited Jean Todt for having inspired the concept to him. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This example, is one of few pieces from the Black Label series, created exclusively for existing F. P Journe clients. Only 12 pieces are received by each boutique per year, with just two pieces made available for each model in the collection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Its 40mm platinum case is made particularly distinctive through a patented chronograph ‘rocker’, as opposed to the more traditional chronograph ‘pushers’. This, in addition to unique, opaline white hands, renders the piece, visually, quite unlike any other. The black lacquer dial is matte-finished in contrasting dark grey, with classic F.P Journe numerals. The signature handset is modified for this example to improve readability. This required the bespoke manufacture of white hour and minute hands. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed beside the subsidiary counter at 6 o’clock (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. To the left of the dial, the 100th of a second-hand revolves around the sub-counter in one second, on a scale marked in hundredths of a second. The subsidiary-hand at 2 o’clock revolves once every twenty seconds, with the scale divided into each passing second. The third sub-dial, at the 6 o’clock position, is graduated for 10 minutes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The tachymeter scale converts time units for 1 kilometre into speeds ranging from 6 km\/h —walking pace — to 36,000 km\/h, well above the escape velocity of a rocket going into low-level orbit. Each subsidiary dial displays the time scale in red and is marked at the centre ‘S’ or ‘M’ - ‘PR’, abbreviating ‘seconds’ or ‘minutes’, per revolution. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An intuitive feature of the 100th of a second counter is that it may be stopped anywhere along its one-second revolution around the dial, even between two 100th of a second divisions, enabling a fractional reading. This is achieved by vertically disengaging the pinion of the 100th of a second hand, from that of the escapement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This manually-wound F.P. Journe caliber 1506 movement is manufactured entirely from 18k rose gold. It is constructed with 50 jewels, and features an in-line lever escapement, 15-tooth escape-wheel and free-sprung balance - adjustable on four inertia weights, with a self-compensating Anachron balance-spring. The barrel features a maintaining power system in order to ensure driving force does not decrease during winding. The mainspring supplies a minimum of 80 hours power reserve without the chronograph running, and 24 hours with operation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Already a rare watch, as part of the “Black Label” series, this Centigraphe Souverain full set, becomes rarer yet. Add to this its customised white hands and it represents an exceptional opportunity to own an important watch from a fantastic watchmaker. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBlack Label Centigraphe Souverain 365-CT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMechanical Manual-winding Cal. 1506\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eChronograph, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e100th\/Sec Counter, tachymeter scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eSapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eF. P Journe black Alligator strap with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFull set: original box, papers and operating manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis \u003cspan\u003eF. P. Journe Black Label Centigraphe Souverain platinum\u003c\/span\u003e watch \u003cspan\u003eis in mint condition and has perfect mechanical functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4959012257823,"sku":"CAKPT F438","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_centigraphe_souverain_black_label_platinum_dress_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London_1.jpg?v=1772526337"},{"product_id":"buy-fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-38mm-steel","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Limited Edition | 38 mm | Steel","description":"A Collected Man is proud to offer a rare opportunity to acquire one of five pieces from an original box set, released in 2015. Each of the sets contained five of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/interview-francois-paul-journe\" title=\"Read our latest interview with F.P. Journe in The Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s most iconic watches in stainless steel, with gold dials, rose-gold movements and sized at 38mm.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Thirty-eight of the sets were made to commemorate the end of the 38mm case size, (very much the choice of the original purist) and this was the first time that any Journe dress watch (excluding a grande or petite sonnerie chiming watch), was made available in steel. Four of the five pieces, apart from the Chronomètre Souverain, in the collection have been discontinued. Moreover, the original version of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-tourbillon-souverain-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the 38 mm Tourbillon Souverain in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e had never been made with a gold movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example, the Chronomètre Souverain, is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 38mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The silver and yellow dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern, while the outer track holds the blue, embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands form a nice contrast to the dial. Between seven and eight o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at three o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours have passed since you wounded the watch.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose gold, seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes with a black F.P. Journe alligator strap and stainless steel deployant buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Collected Man is delighted to be able to offer a rare opportunity to acquire a truly iconic, collectors’ piece. We leave the final word to F.P. Journe, who on their website state “it is extremely rare for luxury watches to be cased in steel. There are very few such watches, and they reach much higher prices at auction than the same models in precious metals. This set is intended for true collectors, those who know what is rare. The combination of 18-carat rose-gold movements with 38 mm steel cases makes this set the rarest of all F.P. Journe’s collections.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Other watches from the set, including the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-octa-automatique-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the F. P. Journe Octa Automatique in 38 mm steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOcta Automatique\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-octa-calendrier-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the F. P. Journe Octa Calendrier in 38 mm steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOcta Calendrier\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-tourbillon-souverain-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the 38 mm F. P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-chronometre-resonance-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the 38 mm F. P. Journe Chronometre Resonance in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/a\u003e are available in our collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/independent-watchmakers\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our selection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF. P. Journe watches\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings are available at our office in central London, by appointment only.\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChronomètre Souverain - Limited Edition 1 of 38 pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMechanical manual-winding Cal. \u003cspan\u003e1304\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eTime-only: hours, minutes, sub-seconds, power reserve display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eLimited edition, guilloche dial, display back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e38 mm stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eSapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack alligator strap with steel deployant buckle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCopy of the original set's certificate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis pre-owned watch was never worn by its original owner, thus the watch is preserved in mint condition. It has also never been serviced or polished and it keeps excellent time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch comes with a copy of the original set's certificate, and a letter confirming its originality from A Collected Man.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5228748996639,"sku":"CADSS F478","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_38_mm_Steel_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London14.jpg?v=1772526226"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-tourbillon-brass-movement","title":"Tourbillon | Brass Movement | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, early brass-movement platinum F. P. Journe Tourbillon watch is in unpolished, original condition and whilst un-serviced, has excellent mechanical functionality. The watch comes as a full set, with box and papers from the manufacture. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain was the very first production wristwatch from Montres Journe, originally made between 1999 and 2003, with a Remontoir d’Egalité; rather than a dead-seconds complication. This example, represents the fourth generation of the Journe Tourbillon, produced between 2001 and 2003 (indicated by ‘01T’ engraving on the caseback). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2004, Journe began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold, having developed the brand sufficiently to further the manufacturing process. Interestingly, it is François-Paul Journe's earliest brass-movement pieces which command more interest from collectors. It is estimated that only 2,000 brass-movement examples were ever produced, across all lines, and were manufactured exclusively between 2001 and circa 2004. Among these, it is estimated that somewhere between 220 to 320 fourth-generation Tourbillon Souverains were produced, making this example as rare, as it is desirable. Brass-movement F. P Journe pieces are highly-sought after, owing to their unique place in the brand’s history and rarity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Evolutionary Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 38 mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature 'flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The yellow gold dial is delicately textured, and displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillon (Latin for 'Invented and Made') in classic F.P. Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. \u003cddresult location=\"1701\" attribute-name=\"__kIMCalendarEventAttributeName\" guid=\"p:0\/3A446EF1-2EBF-4C5C-A4BD-E19777510E51\" ddlightlink=\"yes\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 12 o’clock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/ddresult\u003e, a power reserve indicator of 42 hours is displayed. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, fourth-generation dials are known to have a more subdued, shimmering finish than their earlier counterparts. Further to this, most fourth-generation dials have noticeably lighter subdials, compared to previous iterations, whereas this example displays the earlier two-tone subdial, where the minute and hour track is silver and the guilloche pattern in the middle, is a subtle, off-white colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one-second Rementoir d'egalité system is displayed in one of two large apertures on the dial side, providing constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1498 tourbillon movement is rhodium-plated brass, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved 'Chronometre A Tourbillon' and 'Remontoir d'egalité'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earliest works of François-Paul Journe, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology, in perfect harmony. Housed in a 38 mm platinum case, this F.P. Journe Tourbillon is one of few pieces that represent its original, inspired design – the classic 38 mm case, since no longer in production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMonsieur Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s mastery is evident in the look, feel, and romance of his craftsmanship - inspired by his immediate works after graduation, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches. These earlier, rarer pieces are being earmarked by discerning collectors as ‘the ones to buy’, with such effects beginning to impact auction results in measurable fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Set\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch comes on our bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" title=\"Zürich\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZürich\u003c\/a\u003e taupe grained leather straps (measuring 20 x 19mm). It's also accompanied by its original early style F.P. Journe boxes, stamped guarantee card and product literature, within the complete early set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eTourbillon Souverain - 01T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal. 1498\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003etourbillon, hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds, \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003epower reserve display, brass-movement, display back, blue steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" title=\"Zürich\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZürich\u003c\/a\u003e strap and brown F. P Journe alligator strap with platinum buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eManufactured in 2001, Sold new in 2012\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003efull set: original box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Tourbillon Souverain is in excellent condition. The case has been very well preserved, with minor signs of wear throughout. The set includes all of the materials which accompany early pieces, including the original boxes, stamped guarantee card and booklet. A brown alligator F.P. Journe strap is also included.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the calibre 1498 tourbillon movement of this Tourbillon Souverain is functioning well, A Collected Man is unable to provide a guarantee of timekeeping accuracy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5408716750879,"sku":"CPMPT_F997","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Tourbillon_Souverain_yellow_gold_dial_brass_movement_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London13.jpg?v=1772526077"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-csrg40-watch-sold","title":"Chronomètre Souverain CS.RG.40 | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical, 40mm rose-gold case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe silver dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are made of blued steel and forms a contrast between the silver dial to improve readibility. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at 3 o’clock is a power reserve indicator which states a power reserve of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. The \u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;a%20href=\" title=\"View the Boutique Edition F. P. Journe with black dial\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF. P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e is also available with a black dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes with a dark blue branded alligaor strap and 18-carat rose-gold tang buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nChronomètre Souverain Ref. CS.RG.40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house Calibre 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nblue steel hands, guilloche dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e40 mm 18-carat rose gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\ndark blue alligator strap from F. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003ecirca 2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis 18-carat rose gold \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Chronomètre Souverain is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12541623402579,"sku":"WRG F558","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Rose_gold_silver_dial_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London13.jpg?v=1772525947"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-bleu-tantalum","title":"Chronomètre Bleu | Tantalum","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 39mm case, the Chronomètre Bleu is one of very few watches to be produced in the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. Rarely used in watchmaking due to its difficulty to work with, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. It's also non-allergenic, and so perfectly suited to be worn on the wrist. Measuring at just 8.6mm thick, the Chronomètre Bleu comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’. Quintessentially Journe in both its design language and movement, this example was originally sold in 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished-dial is an uncommon feature, displaying various shades of blue which  compliment the grey-blue colour of tantalum. Together, these blue overtones give the watch its name. The signature \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJourne\u003c\/a\u003e-style hands are off-white and contrast with the polished dial, to improve legibility. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour), which vary in size dependent on their location on the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, as seen in the Chronomètre Souverain, though the Chronomètre Bleu goes without a power-reserve indication. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest. The in-house Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, and seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu comes as a full-set, with its original F.P Journe, dark blue alligator strap; a smoked-grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our Helsinki taupe nubuck strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm); corresponding tantalum tang buckle, its accompanying box, guarantee card and paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epolished blue dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n39 mm tantalum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF.P Journe dark blue alligator strap, a smoked-grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our Helsinki taupe nubuck strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap, tantalum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box, USB, stamped warranty card, manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F. P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu is in practically unworn condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It’s guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man, along with its remaining warranty from F. P. Journe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12593341005907,"sku":"WTA F723","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_chronometre_bleu_gold_movement_tantalum_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London12.jpg?v=1772525807"},{"product_id":"f-p-journe-tourbillon-dead-seconds-40mm-platinum","title":"Tourbillon Souverain | Seconde Morte | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, platinum F. P. Journe Tourbillon TN is in original condition and whilst un-serviced, has excellent mechanical functionality. The watch was first purchased in 2017, and is accompanied by its original box and Certificate of Authenticity from \u003ca title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain was the very first production wristwatch from Montres Journe, originally made between 1999 and 2003, with a Remontoir d’Egalité; and without the dead-beat seconds complication seen in this piece. In 2004, Journe began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold, having developed the brand sufficiently to further the manufacturing process. This example is part of the Tourbillon Nouveau series (indicated by ‘TN’ engraving on the caseback), launched in April 2004. In this re-invention of the model, the only part remaining from the original 'T' models is the tourbillon cage, with all other parts undergoing a total redesign.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The grey dial is delicately textured, and displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillon (Latin for “Invented and Made”) - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. Also inscribed are the words 'avec Seconde Morte', denoting the added complication in later examples. At 12 o’clock, a power reserve indicator of 42 hours is displayed. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the same location as the Rementoir d'egalité of earlier pieces, dead-beat seconds are shown at 6 o'clock on the dial. The term ‘Seconde Morte' or ‘dead-beat seconds’, comes from the manner in which the hand remains motionless, until the second has passed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1403 tourbillon movement is 18k rose-gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved 'Chronometre A Tourbillon'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earliest works of François-Paul Journe, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology, in perfect harmony. Housed in a 40mm platinum case, this F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain represents a modern take on his original, inspired design. \u003ca title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMonsieur Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s mastery is evident in the look, feel, and romance of his craftsmanship - inspired by his immediate works after graduation, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eTourbillon Souverain - TN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal. 1403\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003etourbillon, hours, minutes,\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\ndead-beat subsidiary seconds, power reserve display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eremontoire, 18k gold-movement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e40mm platinum (Number 6XX)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"View our F. P. Journe-sized Helsinki nubuck strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap and dark-blue F. P Journe alligator strap with platinum buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003ebox, instruction manual and certificate of authenticity from F. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis platinum F. P Journe Tourbillion TN from 2017 is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes with an Extract from the Archives. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12940697665619,"sku":"CADPT F603","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_tourbillon_platinum_gold_movement_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London8.jpg?v=1772525685"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-bleu-watch","title":"Chronomètre Bleu | Tantalum","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 39mm case, the Chronomètre Bleu is one of very few watches to be produced from the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. Rarely used in watchmaking due to its difficulty to work with, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. It is also a non-allergenic metal, and so perfectly suited to be worn on the wrist. Measuring at just 8.6mm thick, the Chronomètre Bleu comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. Quintessentially an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of rare F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/a\u003e in both its design language and movement, this example was purchased in Nov, 2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished-dial is uncommon and displays various shades of blue, complimenting the grey-blue colour of tantalum. Together, these blue overtones give the watch its name. The signature F.P. Journe-style hands are off-white , and contrast the polished dial to improve legibility. The outer track holds embossed decorative arabic numerals, also off-white in colour, that vary in size dependent on their location on the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, as seen in the Chronomètre Souverain, whilst the Chronomètre Bleu goes without a power-reserve indication. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest. The in-house Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, and seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Chronomètre Bleu example comes with a dark-blue alligator strap from F.P. Journe and corresponding tantalum tang buckle. The watch comes as a full-set, with box, warranty card and user manual. Further, the watch is also accompanied by a complimentary servicing receipt from F.P. Journe (dated 2015), along with a personally signed note from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Monsieur Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMonsieur Journe\u003c\/a\u003e, in the user manual. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epolished blue dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n39 mm tantalum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edark-blue alligator strap from F. P. Journe with tantalum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eNov 2011\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull-set - box, stamped warranty card, manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu was purchased in November, 2011 and retains excellent mechanical functionality. The tantalum case remains unpolished, showing signs of wear throughout (consistent with use). The case displays light scratches and superficial marks, with a visible knock on the top left lug. The watch comes as a full-set, including a dark-blue alligator strap from F. P. Journe, with corresponding tantalum tang buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13614905950291,"sku":"WTA F620","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Chronometre_bleu_F_P_Journe_tantalum_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London9.jpg?v=1771333158"},{"product_id":"f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain-cs-rg-38-38mm-rose-gold-2-sold","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 38mm | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical, 38mm rose-gold case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe silver dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are made of blued steel and forms a contrast between the silver dial to improve readibility. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at 3 o’clock is a power reserve indicator which states a power reserve of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, seen through the sapphire case-back. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes with a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps-accessories\/products\/bordeaux-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our rich brown Bordeaux nubuck watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm), as well as black and burgundy branded alligator straps and 18-carat rose-gold tang buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nChronomètre Souverain Ref. CS.RG.40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house Calibre 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nblue steel hands, guilloché dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e38 mm 18-carat rose gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nblack and burgundy alligator straps from F. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2012\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003ebox, warranty card and product literature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis 18-carat rose gold \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Chronomètre Souverain is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21437488824403,"sku":"CAKRG F688","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Rose_Gold_Gold_Movement_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London7_8b9d5ce6-012d-40b9-a388-36de84c529af.jpg?v=1772525525"},{"product_id":"chronometre-souverain-black-label-platinum-40-mm","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Black Label | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 38 mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The black dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eClous de Paris\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pattern, while the outer track holds the white, embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe hour, minute and sub-seconds hands, have been modified at the request of the client, to an opaque white. The power-reserve hand has deliberately been left untouched.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours have passed since you have wound the watch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Label series by the independent watchmaker F. P. Journe was exclusively available to existing F.P. Journe clients, with this example uniquely numbered 787. In 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain Black Label, no. XXX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding Cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloche dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our F. P. Journe-sized Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap and brand new black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis limited edition, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain Black Label is from 2010, in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21468515860563,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Black_Label_White_Hands_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London9.jpg?v=1772525157"},{"product_id":"1-chronometre-bleu-tantalum","title":"Chronomètre Bleu | Tantalum","description":"Housed in a 39mm case, the Chronomètre Bleu is one of very few watches to be produced from the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. Rarely used in watchmaking due to its difficulty to work with, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. It is also a non-allergenic metal, and so perfectly suited to be worn on the wrist. Measuring at just 8.6mm thick, the Chronomètre Bleu comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. Quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement, this example was purchased on 16th of July, 2015.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished-dial is uncommon and displays various shades of blue, complimenting the grey-blue colour of tantalum. Together, these blue overtones give the watch its name. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are off-white , and contrast the polished dial to improve legibility. The outer track holds embossed decorative arabic numerals, also off-white in colour, that vary in size dependent on their location on the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, as seen in the Chronomètre Souverain, whilst the Chronomètre Bleu goes without a power-reserve indication. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest. The in-house Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, and seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes with a dark-blue alligator strap from F.P. Journe, with its corresponding tantalum tang buckle. It remains in excellent condition, and is available as a full-set, with box, warranty card and user manual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epolished blue dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eunpolished 39 mm tantalum\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our 20x19mm curved Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e grey nubuck strap, dark-blue alligator strap from F. P. Journe with tantalum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection 20x19mm Journe-sized curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eJuly 2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box, stamped warranty card, manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis tantalum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu was purchased in July, 2015, and retains perfect mechanical functionality. The case is in very good, unpolished condition, with a small number of signs of superficial wear, consistent with use. The watch is full-set and comes on a dark-blue alligator strap from F. P. Journe with corresponding tantalum tang buckle.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21509226463315,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FPJourne_chronometre_bleu_acollectedman_london_independent_watchmaking9.jpg?v=1772525031"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-custom-dial-sold","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a special order, 38mm platinum case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe white-gold dial forgoes F.P Journe's traditional Clous de Paris pattern, in favour of a highly-refined aesthetic. It features a solid, 18-carat white-gold base, with a fine, granular texture. The embossed, integrated Arabic numerals are surfaced with a diamond tool, creating a mirror-like finish, forming a contrast against the off-white hue of the dial. A five-layer, pad printing technique transfers the time indications and classic F.P Journe logo, complementing the silvered, opaline appearance. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are rhodium-plated steel, in subtle uniformity with the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, with power-reserve indication at 3 o’clock. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, seen through the sapphire case-back. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes with an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\/products\/istanbul-20x19\" title=\"View our light nubuck Istanbul strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm), along with its original black alligator strap and platinum tang buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house Calibre 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nrhodium plated steel hands, white-gold dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003ecustom-order 38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\ncurved \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/istanbul-20x19\" title=\"View the nubuck sand-coloured Istanbul curved strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap; black alligator strap from F.P. Journe, platinum F.P Journe buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eAugust 2017 \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003ebox, warranty card and product literature \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis platinum \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Chronomètre Souverain is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It has a custom request, 38mm case and comes as a full-set, with box and papers. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21731366502483,"sku":"WPT F816","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_38mm_Silver_Dial_Platinum_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London11.jpg?v=1772528095"},{"product_id":"journe-chronometre-optimum-40mm-platinum","title":"Chronomètre Optimum | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre Optimum is a testament to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/interview-francois-paul-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in our Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe’s\u003c\/a\u003e watchmaking philosophy; to design and manufacture timeless watches that will still function 200 years later, much like his immediate works after graduating, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt was in the the late 1980s, when François-Paul Journe envisioned the Chronomètre Optimum to be the watch that he would design for himself - “with three-hands, two mainsprings and a remontoir d'égalité”. It was in 2001 that the original concept for the Chronomètre Optimum was reworked, taking over 10 years to reach production in 2012. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the design, Monsieur Journe used familiar pieces from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"View our F. P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/f-p-journe-tourbillon-dead-seconds-40mm-platinum?variant=12940697665619\" title=\"View the Journe Chronometre Tourbillon with dead seconds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTourbillon\u003c\/a\u003e. Like the Souverain, the Optimum utilises a double-barrel layout, operating in parallel. Borrowing from the tourbillon, the Optimum uses the one-second rementoir d'egalité system. The latter is displayed in one of two large apertures on the dial side, and it provides constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement. The patented, EBHP direct-impulse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-knowledge-escapements\" title=\"Read more about Journe's Natural Escapement here\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebi-axial escapement\u003c\/a\u003e functions without any oil or any form of lubricants. Connected to this, a \"natural\" dead-beat seconds, displayed on the caseback. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe combination of these systems offers a more stable delivery of energy to the movement. According to Journe himself, the Optimum is thus the ultimate chronometer, achieved by the maximum possible reduction of internal friction in the movement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, Calibre 1510 is made from 18k rose gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 44 jewels, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. As expected from F. P Journe, the movement is expertly finished and elaborately decorated, with contrasts established between the circular graining on the baseplate and Genevan stripes on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSized at a contemporary 40mm, this platinum Chronomètre Optimum features a rounded bezel, thin lugs and the manufactures' signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The entire watch is polished and mirror finished, while the crown itself is engraved. The white gold dial of the Chronomètre Optimum displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes, along with a running-seconds at 9 o’clock. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe words \"Invenit et Fecit\" are inscribed above the two subsidiary dials (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The power-reserve indicator is located a 6 o’clock, heading from 0 to 40+. Impressively, the Chronomètre Optimum has a power-reserve of 70 hours, with 50 full-hours possible without any loss of amplitude. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Optimum - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View F. P. Journe's Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View F. P. Journe's Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding Calibre 1510\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloche dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ea smoked-grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki curved 20x19 strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis preowned F. P Journe Chronomètre Optimum watch is in mint condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The watch comes as a full set, with box and papers from the manufacture, dated 2018. This watch comes with an original black F. P Journe alligator strap; our smoked-grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap and a matching platinum tang buckle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27842707292243,"sku":"WPT F738","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Optimum_40mm_platinum_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London14.jpg?v=1772527971"},{"product_id":"1-chronometre-souverain-38mm-rose-gold","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 40mm | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is quintessentially an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical, 40mm rose-gold case, it is made distinctive by \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe silver dial is engine turned in the centre with a hobnail, \u003ci\u003eClous de Paris\u003c\/i\u003e pattern, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative arabic numerals. The signature \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e style hands are made of blued steel and forms a contrast between the silver dial to improve readibility. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at 3 o’clock is a power reserve indicator which states a power reserve of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, \u003cem\u003eCalibre 1304\u003c\/em\u003e is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, seen through the sapphire case-back. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a \u003cem\u003eCôte de Genève\u003c\/em\u003e motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the \u003cem\u003eGPHG\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eGrand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève\u003c\/em\u003e), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes with a \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/istanbul-20x19\" title=\"View our nude nubuck Istanbul strap with curved ends 20x19mm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003enubuck strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm), as well as a brown branded alligator straps and 18-carat rose-gold tang buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eF\u003cem\u003e. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003eCS.RG.40\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house \u003cem\u003eCalibre 1304\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nblue steel hands, guilloché dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e40 mm 18-carat rose gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\/products\/istanbul-20x19\" title=\"View our Istanbul 20x19mm f. P. Journe-sized strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e strap and brown alligator strap from \u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003ebox, warranty card and product literature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis 18-carat rose gold \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27866432733267,"sku":"WRG F734","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Rose_Gold_A_Collected_Man_London17.jpg?v=1772527834"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-bleu-watch-sold","title":"Chronomètre Bleu | Tantalum","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 39mm case, the Chronomètre Bleu is one of very few watches to be produced in the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. Rarely used in watchmaking due to its difficulty to work with, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. It's also non-allergenic, and so perfectly suited to be worn on the wrist. Measuring at just 8.6mm thick, the Chronomètre Bleu comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by \u003ca title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’. Quintessentially Journe in both its design language and movement, this example was originally sold in 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished-dial is an uncommon feature, displaying various shades of blue which  compliment the grey-blue colour of tantalum. Together, these blue overtones give the watch its name. The signature \u003ca title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJourne\u003c\/a\u003e-style hands are off-white and contrast with the polished dial, to improve legibility. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour), which vary in size dependent on their location on the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, as seen in the \u003ca title=\"View our collection of Journe's Chronometre Souverain watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverai\u003c\/a\u003en, though the Chronomètre Bleu goes without a power-reserve indication. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest. The in-house Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, and seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Chronomètre Bleu watch is in excellent condition, fitted to our \u003ca title=\"View our Cairo curved cream grained leather strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/cairo-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCairo\u003c\/a\u003e straps with curved-ends, measuring \u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20 x 19mm\u003c\/a\u003e. The set also includes the original inner and outer boxes, the manufacture's guarantee card and the alligator strap from F. P. Journe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epolished blue dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n39 mm tantalum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF.P Journe dark blue alligator strap, \u003ca title=\"View our Cairo curved cream grained leather strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/cairo-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCairo\u003c\/a\u003e curved cream grained leather strap, tantalum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box, USB, stamped warranty card, manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F. P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu is in practically unworn condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It’s guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27876698521683,"sku":"CKETA_F977","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Bleu_blue_dial_tantalum_A_Collected_Man11.jpg?v=1772527722"},{"product_id":"fpjourne-chronometre-holland-holland","title":"Chronomètre Holland \u0026 Holland | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre Souverain has always been the quintessential \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with Monsieur Journe in The Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e, both in its design language and movement. Whilst typically housed in a classical 38 or 40mm case (in rose gold or platinum), the Limited Edition Chronomètre \"Holland \u0026amp; Holland\", instead takes its cue from the highly-coveted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-bleu\" title=\"View our collection of Journe Chronometre Bleu watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/a\u003e, adding an original twist to a traditional approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre \"Holland \u0026amp; Holland\" is \u003cstrong\u003eone only 66 pieces made\u003c\/strong\u003e, unveiled in partnership with century-old British gunmaker Holland \u0026amp; Holland. Two \u003cstrong\u003e19th century Damascus steel gun barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e were used \u003cstrong\u003eto create a set of individually unique dials\u003c\/strong\u003e, following time-honoured techniques. Like the Chronomètre Bleu, the \"Holland \u0026amp; Holland\" also features a svelte 39mm case - this time, in stainless steel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo fashion the Damascus steel dials, two antique shotguns - bearing the serial numbers 1382 and 7183 - contributed their hand-crafted barrels. Of the 66 pieces created, 38 dials were made using the barrel ‘1382’ (seen in this example), and this was engraved on the case-back. The dials were cut by the Holland \u0026amp; Holland factory in Kensal Green, refined by Les Cadraniers de Genève (F. P Journe’s dial maker) and then “browned” using a traditional gun-making technique, again by Holland \u0026amp; Holland. The result, is a highly-original, fluid-like pattern. The dial is printed with F.P. Journe’s trademark numerals and chapter ring for the minutes, though understandably forgoes a subsidiary seconds or power-reserve indicator. The signature Journe-style hands are off-white and contrast with the polished dial, to improve legibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Holland \u0026amp; Holland features an in-house Calibre 1304, made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold - seen through the sapphire display case-back. Beating at a frequency of 21,600 vph, it features two mainspring barrels in parallel and offers a power reserve of 56 hours (+\/- 2 hours). The hand finishing is expertly completed, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \"Holland \u0026amp; Holland\" can also be found discretely engraved, beside the two barrels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Holland \u0026amp; Holland comes as a full-set, with its complimentary, rich-brown leather strap; corresponding steel tang buckle, its accompanying box (printed \"Holland \u0026amp; Holland\"), guarantee card and paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Holland \u0026amp; Holland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eunique Damascus steel dial made from the barrel of antique Holland \u0026amp; Holland shotgun (serial 1382), display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n39mm diameter x 8.60mm stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF.P Journe dark brown alligator strap, steel tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e 2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box, USB, stamped warranty card, manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Holland \u0026amp; Holland is in practically unworn condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It’s guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29079733829715,"sku":"CAKSS F789","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FPJourne_Holland_Holland_steel_watch_Collected_Man_London17.jpg?v=1772527609"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-cs40","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 40 mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is quintessentially an \u003cem\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe silver dial has a hobnail, \u003cem\u003eClous de Paris\u003c\/em\u003e pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e style hands are blued-steel, forming an excellent contrast against the silver tones of the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations but its attraction has not faded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes on a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003estrap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original F.P. Journe black alligator strap is also supplied.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain No. 1XX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloché dial, display-back, power reserve indicator, blue steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2015 (sold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain from 2015, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes on a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap (with curved ends) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original black alligator strap from F. P. Journe is also supplied. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29385929228371,"sku":"WPT F795","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_silver_dial_A_Collected_Man_London14.jpg?v=1772527493"},{"product_id":"journe-chronometre-souverain-boutique-edition-1","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 40 mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example, is one of few pieces from the \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Label series, created exclusively for existing F. P Journe clients\u003c\/strong\u003e. Only twelve pieces are received by the boutiques in any year, with just two pieces for each model in the collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe black dial has a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are polished steel, matching the dark tones of the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost impressively, is the \u003cstrong\u003echronometric balance\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand-finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations but its attraction has not faded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes on a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003estrap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original F.P. Journe black alligator strap is also supplied.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain Black Label No. 6XX-CS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloché black dial, display-back, power reserve indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2010 (sold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain from 2010, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes on a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap (with curved ends) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original black alligator strap from F. P. Journe is also supplied. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29392181330003,"sku":"WPT F787","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Black_Label_A_Collected_Man_London11.jpg?v=1771272878"},{"product_id":"journe-chronometre-souverain-de-boulle","title":"Chronomètre Souverain de Boulle | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Limited Edition, \u003ca title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e Chronomètre Souverain watch is one of only eight pieces, created for the Texas-based retailer \u003ca title=\"deBoulle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.deboulle.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ede Boulle\u003c\/a\u003e. Housed within a classical, 40 mm platinum case, the watch is made distinctive by its two-tone, silver and ruthenium \"tuxedo\" dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe monochrome dial has a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals.. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are made of blued steel and forms a contrast between the silver dial to improve readibility. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at 3 o’clock is a power reserve indicator which states a power reserve of 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG(Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then the \u003ca title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations but its attraction has not faded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on a curved-end \u003ca title=\"View our black nubuck Sofia watch strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\/products\/sofia-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSofia\u003c\/a\u003e strap (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original F.P. Journe black alligator strap is also supplied.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nChronomètre Souverain De Boulle Edition - One of Eight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house Calibre 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nlimited edition, blue steel hands, silver and ruthenium guilloché dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"View our F. P. Journe-sizedblack nubuck Sofia watch strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\/products\/sofia-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSofia\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap, alligator strap from F. P. Journe with F. P. Journe platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003ebox only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis platinum \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Chronomètre Souverain is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29419551850579,"sku":"CHLPT F808","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_de_Boulle_A_Collected_Man_London13.jpg?v=1771343176"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-havana","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Havana | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/a\u003e in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. This example, is one of few pieces with a Havana dial, a twist on an otherwise classic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brown dial has a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The tobacco brown colour of the dial is achieved through a combination of gold and ruthenium, which was achieved after multiple adjustments to the formula. The signature Journe-style hands are off-white, and complement the warm brown tones of the dial. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour). Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations but its attraction has not faded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/istanbul-20x19\" title=\"View our light nubuck Istanbul strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/a\u003e strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original F.P. Journe brown caramel alligator strap is also supplied.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain - Havana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloché brown dial, display-back, power reserve indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/istanbul-20x19\" title=\"View our Istanbul nude nubuck strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap, caramel brown alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esold in 2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain from 2018, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes on a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/istanbul-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our light nubuck Istanbul strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap (with curved ends) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original caramel brown alligator strap from F. P. Journe is also supplied. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29464698585171,"sku":"WPT F830","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Havana_Brown_A_Collected_Man14_2.jpg?v=1778571533"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-tourbillon-brass-38mm","title":"Tourbillon | Brass Movement | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, early brass-movement platinum F. P. Journe Tourbillon watch with white gold dial is in excellent, original condition and was fully serviced by F. P Journe in 2012. Housed in a 38mm platinum case, this F.P. Journe Tourbillon is one of few pieces that represent the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal, inspired design with the classic 38mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e, since no longer in production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMonsieur Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s mastery is evident in the look, feel, and romance of his craftsmanship - inspired by his immediate works after graduation, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches. The earliest works of François-Paul Journe effortlessly blend traditional watchmaking with modern haute-horology, in perfect harmony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. The Tourbillon Souverain was the very first production wristwatch from Montres Journe, originally made between 1999 and 2003, with a Remontoir d’Egalité, rather than a dead-seconds complication.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHoused in a classical 38 mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature 'flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The white gold dial is delicately textured, and displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillon (Latin for 'Invented and Made') in classic F.P. Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. \u003cddresult location=\"1701\" attribute-name=\"__kIMCalendarEventAttributeName\" guid=\"p:0\/3A446EF1-2EBF-4C5C-A4BD-E19777510E51\" ddlightlink=\"yes\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 12 o’clock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/ddresult\u003e, a power reserve indicator of 42 hours is displayed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example represents the \u003cstrong\u003ethird generation of the Journe Tourbillon\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced between 1999 and 2001 (the year of production indicated by the ‘01T’ engraving on the caseback). The third generation Journe Tourbillons were the first to display a flat remontoire cock, continued in the fourth generation pieces, whilst retaining the large dial screws of the second generation. Compared to the second generation examples, the power-reserve numerals are noticeably larger on the third generation, more closely aligned with the font size used for the minute markings on the sub-dial. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eone-second Rementoir d'egalité system\u003c\/strong\u003e is displayed in one of two large apertures on the dial side, providing constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1498 tourbillon movement is rhodium-plated brass, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved 'Chronometre A Tourbillon' and 'Remontoir d'egalité'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2004, Journe began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold, having developed the brand sufficiently to further the manufacturing process. Interestingly, it is François-Paul Journe's earliest brass-movement pieces which command more interest from collectors. It is estimated that \u003cstrong\u003eonly 2,000 brass-movement examples were ever produced\u003c\/strong\u003e, across all lines, and were manufactured exclusively between 2001 and circa 2004. Early brass-movement F. P Journe pieces are highly-sought after, owing to their unique place in the brand’s history, and their exceptional rarity, and they are being earmarked by discerning collectors as ‘the ones to buy’, with such effects beginning to impact auction results in measurable fashion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch comes on one of our \u003ca title=\"View our F. P. Journe-sized Valletta watch strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/valletta-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eValletta\u003c\/a\u003e light-tan nubuck straps (measuring 20 x 19mm), and as a full set, with box and papers from the manufacture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eTourbillon - 01T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal. 1498\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003etourbillon, hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds, \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003epower reserve display, brass-movement, display back, blue steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"View our F. P. Journe-sized Valletta watch strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/valletta-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eValletta\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap and black F. P Journe alligator strap with platinum buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esold in 2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003efull set - original box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis full-set F. P Journe Tourbillon watch comes with its original box (in good but not perfect condition) and guarantee card, dated 2001. The watch is in excellent condition, with only light superficial marks on the case. The watch retains all of its original features, including the dial and large dial screws, located at one, five and ten o’clock (consistent with its year of production). There's one minor imperfection visible on the rehaut at 3 o'clock, which was kept original at the request of the client, during servicing. The F. P Journe platinum buckle is also original to the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe calibre 1498 tourbillon movement of this F. P Journe Tourbillon was fully serviced by the brand in 2012 and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29470501535827,"sku":"CGGPT F834","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Tourbillion_Souverain_brass_movement_third_generation_01T_white_gold_dial_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London14.jpg?v=1771333654"},{"product_id":"chronometre-bleu-tantalum","title":"Chronomètre Bleu | Tantalum","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 39mm case, the Chronomètre Bleu is one of very few watches to be produced in the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. Rarely used in watchmaking due to its difficulty to work with, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. Measuring at just 8.6mm thick, the Chronomètre Bleu comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’. Quintessentially Journe in both its design language and movement, this example was originally sold in February 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished-dial is an uncommon feature, displaying various shades of blue which  compliment the grey-blue colour of tantalum. Together, these blue overtones give the watch its name. The signature \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJourne\u003c\/a\u003e-style hands are off-white and contrast with the polished dial, to improve legibility. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour), which vary in size dependent on their location on the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, as seen in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"View our collection of Journe's Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverai\u003c\/a\u003en, though the Chronomètre Bleu goes without a power-reserve indication. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest. The in-house Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, and seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu comes as a full-set, with its original F.P Journe, dark blue alligator strap; a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/valletta-20x19\" title=\"View our F. P. Journe-sized Valletta watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eValletta\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm); corresponding tantalum tang buckle, its accompanying box, guarantee card and paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epolished blue dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n39 mm tantalum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/valletta-20x19\" title=\"View our F. P. Journe-sized Valletta watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eValletta\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap and F.P Journe dark blue alligator strap with tantalum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box, USB, stamped warranty card, manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tantalum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu was purchased in February, 2016, and retains perfect mechanical functionality. The case is in very good, unpolished condition, with a small number of signs of superficial wear, consistent with use, with slightly more pronounced marks around 12 o'clock, as visible in photography. The watch is full-set and comes on a dark-blue alligator strap from F. P. Journe with corresponding tantalum tang buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29505973846099,"sku":"WTA F827","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Bleu_tantalum_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London144.jpg?v=1771342163"},{"product_id":"tourbillon-souverain-rose-dial-platinum","title":"Tourbillon Souverain | Seconde Morte | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, platinum F. P. Journe Tourbillon reference TN with rose dial, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The watch comes as a full set, with box and papers from the manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain was the very first production wristwatch from Montres Journe, originally made between 1999 and 2003, with a Remontoir d’Egalité; rather than a dead-beat seconds complication. This example, is part of the Tourbillon Nouveau series (indicated by ‘TN’ engraving on the caseback), launched in 2004. In the redesign of the series, only the tourbillion cage was kept from the original 'T' models, with all other aspects thoroughly rethought.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The rose gold dial is delicately textured, and displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillon (Latin for “Invented and Made”) - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. Also inscribed are the words 'avec Seconde Morte', denoting the added dead seconds complication. At 12 o’clock, a power reserve indicator of 42 hours is displayed. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dead-beat seconds are displayed at 6 o’clock, in place of the Rementoir d'egalité, from the reference T. The term ‘Seconde Morte' or ‘dead-beat seconds’, is derived from the way in which the hand remains motionless, until the second has passed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1403 tourbillon movement is 18k rose-gold, with Côtes de Genève embellishments, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved 'Chronometre A Tourbillon'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earliest works of François-Paul Journe, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology, in perfect harmony. Housed in a 40mm platinum case, this F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain represents a modern take on his original, inspired design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eTourbillon Souverain - TN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding cal. 1403\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003etourbillon, hours, minutes,\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\ndead-beat subsidiary seconds, power reserve display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eremontoire, 18k gold-movement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e40mm platinum (No. 5XX)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/valletta-20x19\" title=\"View our F. P. Journe-sized Valletta watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eValletta\u003c\/a\u003e strap, F. P Journe black alligator alligator strap with platinum buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003ebox, instruction manual and guarantee card from F. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis platinum F. P Journe Tourbillion TN from 2009 is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes as a full set, with box and stamped guarantee card. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29509698814035,"sku":"WPT F799","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Tourbillion_Souverain_TN_Nouveau_rose_dial_platinum_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London16.jpg?v=1771342356"},{"product_id":"journe-chronometre-bleu-tantalum-1","title":"Chronomètre Bleu | Tantalum","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 39mm case, the Chronomètre Bleu is one of very few watches to be produced in the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. Rarely used in watchmaking due to its difficulty to work with, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. Measuring at just 8.6mm thick, the Chronomètre Bleu comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’. Quintessentially Journe in both its design language and movement, this example was originally sold in February 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished-dial is an uncommon feature, displaying various shades of blue which  compliment the grey-blue colour of tantalum. Together, these blue overtones give the watch its name. The signature \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJourne\u003c\/a\u003e-style hands are off-white and contrast with the polished dial, to improve legibility. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour), which vary in size dependent on their location on the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, as seen in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"View our collection of Journe's Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverai\u003c\/a\u003en, though the Chronomètre Bleu goes without a power-reserve indication. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest. The in-house Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, and seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt comes with its original F.P Journe dark blue alligator strap, corresponding tantalum tang buckle, and is currently fitted on a custom-made Hermès strap, made entirely by hand, out of grained tan calfskin leather, and with curved ends hugging the tantalum case. This Chronomètre Bleu is a full-set, with its accompanying box, guarantee card and paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epolished blue dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n39 mm tantalum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF.P Journe dark blue alligator strap, tantalum tang buckle, and custom-made Hermès strap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box, USB, stamped warranty card, manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tantalum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu was purchased in February, 2016, and retains perfect mechanical functionality. The case is in very good, unpolished condition, with a small number of signs of superficial wear, consistent with light wear. The watch is full-set and comes on a dark-blue alligator strap from F. P. Journe with corresponding tantalum tang buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30263040901203,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Bleu_Tantalum_Hermes_Strap_A_Collected_Man13.jpg?v=1771272344"},{"product_id":"chronometre-souverain-platinum-40-mm-boutique","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 40 mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is quintessentially an \u003cem\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example, is one of few pieces from the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlack Label\u003c\/em\u003e series, created exclusively for existing \u003cem\u003eF. P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e clients\u003c\/strong\u003e. Only twelve pieces are received by the boutiques in any year, with just two pieces for each model in the collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The black dial has a hobnail, \u003cem\u003eClous de Paris\u003c\/em\u003e pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e style hands are polished steel, matching the dark tones of the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this \u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSouverain\u003c\/em\u003e collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre \u003cem\u003e1304\u003c\/em\u003e is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost impressively, is the \u003cstrong\u003echronometric balance\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand-finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a \u003cem\u003eCôte de Genève\u003c\/em\u003e motif on the bridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2005, the \u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the \u003cem\u003eGPHG\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eGrand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève\u003c\/em\u003e), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations but its attraction has not faded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes on a \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003estrap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e black alligator strap is also supplied.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain Black Label\u003c\/em\u003e No. 7XX-CS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. \u003cem\u003e1304\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloché black dial, display-back, power reserve indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003enubuck strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis pre-owned, platinum \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain \u003c\/em\u003efrom 2015, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes on a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003enubuck strap (with curved ends) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original black alligator strap from \u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e is also supplied. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30272590708819,"sku":"WPT F819","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Black_Label_40mm_Platinum_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London13_59d6a702-ed94-4ca2-b5d1-6a31690ccebe.jpg?v=1646397868"},{"product_id":"journe-chronometre-bleu-tantalum-2017","title":"Chronomètre Bleu | Tantalum","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 39mm case, the Chronomètre Bleu is one of very few watches to be produced in the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. Rarely used in watchmaking due to its difficulty to work with, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. Measuring at just 8.6mm thick, the Chronomètre Bleu comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’. Quintessentially Journe in both its design language and movement, this example was originally sold in February 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished-dial is an uncommon feature, displaying various shades of blue which  compliment the grey-blue colour of tantalum. Together, these blue overtones give the watch its name. The signature \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJourne\u003c\/a\u003e-style hands are off-white and contrast with the polished dial, to improve legibility. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour), which vary in size dependent on their location on the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, as seen in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"View our collection of Journe's Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverai\u003c\/a\u003en, though the Chronomètre Bleu goes without a power-reserve indication. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest. The in-house Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, and seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt comes with its original F.P Journe dark blue alligator strap, corresponding tantalum tang buckle, and is currently fitted on a pastel grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/tallinn-20x19\" title=\"View our curved Tallinn strap in 20x19mm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20x19mm Tallinn strap\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap, with curved ends hugging the tantalum case. This Chronomètre Bleu is a full-set, with its accompanying box, guarantee card and paperwork (stamped William \u0026amp; Son).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epolished blue dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n39 mm tantalum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/tallinn-20x19\" title=\"View our curved Tallinn strap in 20x19mm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20x19mm Tallinn strap\u003c\/a\u003e, F.P Journe dark blue alligator strap and tantalum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 mm straps with 19mm buckles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box, USB, stamped warranty card, manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tantalum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu was purchased in April, 2017, and retains perfect mechanical functionality. The case is in very good, unpolished condition, with a small number of signs of superficial wear, consistent with light wear. The watch is full-set and comes on a dark-blue alligator strap from F. P. Journe with corresponding tantalum tang buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31261482778707,"sku":"WTA F877","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Bleu_A_Collected_Man_London1_2.jpg?v=1778665612"},{"product_id":"chronometre-souverain-38mm-rose-gold-calibre-1304","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 38mm | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is quintessentially an \u003cem\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical, 38mm rose-gold case, it is made distinctive by \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. It's also one of few pieces that still represent the \u003cem\u003eSouverain's\u003c\/em\u003e original, inspired design – the classic 38 mm case, since no longer in production. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe silver dial displays a hobnail, \u003ci\u003eClous de Paris\u003c\/i\u003e pattern, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative arabic numerals. The signature \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e style hands are blued steel, forming a contrast between the silver dial tones to improve readability. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, with power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e is famed for. It is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in house, \u003cem\u003eCalibre 1304\u003c\/em\u003e is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, seen through the sapphire case-back. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a \u003cem\u003eCôte de Genève\u003c\/em\u003e motif on the bridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, this watch won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the \u003cem\u003eGPHG\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eGrand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève\u003c\/em\u003e), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes with a bespoke \u003ci\u003eParis\u003c\/i\u003e grained leather strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm), along with the original alligator \u003cem\u003eJourne\u003c\/em\u003e strap and 18-carat rose gold tang buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eF\u003cem\u003e. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003eCS.RG.40\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house \u003cem\u003eCalibre 1304\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nblue steel hands, guilloché dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e38 mm 18-carat rose gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nParis grained leather strap, original alligator strap from \u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe, \u003c\/em\u003erose gold tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eoriginal boxes, warranty card \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis 38mm, rose gold \u003cem\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31603317178451,"sku":"WRG_F939","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_38mm_rose_gold_A_Collected_Man_London1.jpg?v=1771264127"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-platinum-40-mm-silver","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe silver dial features a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are blued, forming an excellent contrast against the silver tones of the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. From this time, the \u003ca title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations, though its attraction has not faded. Housed within a svelte platinum case and matched by highly-refined chronometer movement, it's understated and precise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on one of our \u003ca title=\"View our Stockholm curved stone grey leather strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-nubuck-watch-strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003estraps with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original F.P. Journe black alligator strap is also supplied. This Chronomètre Souverain is accompanied by its original box and guarantee card (stamped William \u0026amp; Son).  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edisplay-back, power reserve indicator, blued steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end \u003ca title=\"View our Stockholm curved stone grey leather strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e grained leather strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eJanuary 2020 (sold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebox and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The watch has been worn on only a handful of occasions, with minor signs of light wear and a small scuff on the bezel visible. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with the remainder of its 24 month warranty, from the manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31629666549843,"sku":"CRMPT_F972","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Sourverain_40mm_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London10.jpg?v=1771263952"},{"product_id":"journe-tourbillon-ruthenium-40mm-platinum","title":"Tourbillon Remontoir | Ruthenium Dial | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Limited Edition F. P. Journe Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain watch is \u003cstrong\u003eone of only ninety-nine pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e, created between 2001 and 2003. Each of the series is individually numbered (XX\/99-01T) and cased in platinum. The pairing of a quintessential complication by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in The Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrancois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e with the attractiveness of ruthenium coating on the dial and movement makes the watch both mechanically and visually impressive. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Ruthenium Collection\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive watches were chosen for the Ruthenium Collection, representing the latter part of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s brass movement production, and this was the first time that any of Journe’s watches were made with ruthenium-coated dials and movement plates. Four of the five pieces, including \u003cstrong\u003ethis Tourbillon Remontoir d’Egalite, have been discontinued\u003c\/strong\u003e in the collection. Moreover, the Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain, with open remontoire at six o'clock, is the only example of the original Tourbillon made with a 40mm case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hodinkee.com\/articles\/reference-points-fp-journe-tourbillon\" title=\"Read Ben Clymer's Reference Points on the F.P. Journe Tourbillon\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReference Points\u003c\/a\u003e on the F.P. Journe Tourbillon, Ben Clymer of HODINKEE described the Ruthenium Collection Tourbillon as such,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Let's assume you will not be able to purchase one of the two prototype wristwatches, or one of the 20 Souscription watches – you are still left with a wide and varied range of watches over which you can truly obsess. The easiest collectible reference T to spot is the ruthenium limited edition (...) They were produced in 2001 and, to many, they're the next most desirable Journe tourbillon after a super early example of a T.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eA quintessential complication\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonsieur Journe’s mastery is evident in the look and feel of his craftsmanship - inspired by his immediate works after graduation, restoring 18th and 19th-century marine chronometers and pocket watches. The earliest works of François-Paul Journe effortlessly blend traditional watchmaking with modern Haute-horology, in perfect harmony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tourbillon \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe's Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain\u003c\/a\u003e is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. The Tourbillon Souverain was the very first production wristwatch from Montres Journe, originally made between 1999 and 2003, with a remontoir d’egalité, rather than a dead-seconds complication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 40 mm dress watch case, the watch is made \u003cstrong\u003edistinctive by the ruthenium coated dial\u003c\/strong\u003e. The charcoal grey surface is delicately textured, giving the dial a mixture of tones and added depth. The ruthenium plating reflects light differently, transitioning to a smokey, silver hue from different angles. A separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes is displayed to the right side of the dial. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillon (Latin for ‘Invented and Made’ or more literally 'Designed and built by F.P. Journe') in classic F.P. Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. At twelve o’clock, a power reserve indicator of forty-two hours is also shown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eone-second remontoir d’egalité system\u003c\/strong\u003e is displayed in one of two apertures on the dial side, providing constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1498 tourbillon \u003cstrong\u003emovement is ruthenium-plated brass\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved ‘Chronometre A Tourbillon’ and ’Remontoir d’Egalité’.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2004, Journe began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold; however - interestingly - it is François-Paul Journe’s earliest brass-movement pieces that command more interest from collectors. It’s estimated that \u003cstrong\u003eonly 2,000 brass-movement examples were produced\u003c\/strong\u003e, across all lines, and were manufactured exclusively between 2001 and circa 2004. These earlier F. P Journe pieces are highly sought-after, owing to their placement within the brand’s history and rarity. The Ruthenium Series only enhances these qualities, using the light-absorbing dark metal to create a unique aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCombining many of the most desirable aspects of F.P. Journe’s manufacture, the Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain continues to represent a rare opportunity to acquire something of a \u003cstrong\u003elandmark piece in the history of the brand\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ninety-nine examples may have been produced, though only a handful of these have reached the market since, demonstrating the affection many owners of the series clearly have for the execution of these models.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Limited Edition, F. P. Journe Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain is accompanied by its original Ruthenium Collection boxes, certificate of origin and accompanying materials within the complete set. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eRuthenium Tourbillon Souverain - 01T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal. 1498\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003etourbillon, remontoir d’egalité, hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003epower reserve display, ruthenium-coated dial, ruthenium-coated brass-movement, display back, blue steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" title=\"View our taupe grained Zürish strap for F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZürich\u003c\/a\u003e taupe grained leather strap, black F. P Journe alligator strap with platinum buckle, additional platinum\/white gold deployant clasp \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esold in 2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003efull set - original box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain is in excellent condition. The case has been remarkably well preserved, with minor signs of very light wear. The set includes all of the accompanying materials which accompany the Ruthenium Collection, including the original box and accessories. The original stamped paperwork is also included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhilst the calibre 1498 tourbillon movement of this Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain is functioning well, A Collected Man is unable to provide a guarantee of timekeeping accuracy.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31649391083603,"sku":"CCWPT_F961","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Ruthenium_Tourbillion_Souverain_Remontoir_d_Egalite_99_01T_40mm_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London16_2.jpg?v=1778664791"},{"product_id":"journe-platinum-cs-38mm","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe earliest works of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-story-of-early-f-p-journe\" title=\"F.P. Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology. The Chronomètre Souverain was introduced in 2005, winning the \u003cstrong\u003e‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award at the GPHG\u003c\/strong\u003e (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry, in the same year. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre Souverain initially debuted with a 40mm case, though was also made available in 38mm shortly after. The 38mm platinum example seen here, represents arguably the most recognisable version of the Souverain. Having seen a number of variations in design since, the attraction of the original Chronomètre Souverain has not faded, as one of the longest running models produced by the brand. In fact, according to those closest to Journe, the watchmaker originally wanted to release his time only Chronomètre Souverain first, in 1999. Housed within a svelte platinum case and matched by highly-refined chronometer movement, it's understated and precise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe silver dial features a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are blued, forming an excellent contrast against the silver tones of the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the \u003cstrong\u003epower reserve\u003c\/strong\u003e, as when winding, instead of the \u003cstrong\u003eindicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0\u003c\/strong\u003e. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the \u003cstrong\u003echronometric balance fitted into the movement\u003c\/strong\u003e, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ehand finishing\u003c\/strong\u003e is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, the \u003cstrong\u003eChronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG\u003c\/strong\u003e (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. From this time, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations, though its attraction has not faded. Housed within a svelte platinum case and matched by highly-refined chronometer movement, it's understated and precise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" title=\"View our Stockholm curved stone grey leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-nubuck-watch-strap\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003estraps with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original F.P. Journe black alligator strap is also supplied. This Chronomètre Souverain is accompanied by its original box, guarantee card (stamped in Singapore) and \u003cstrong\u003eservice paperwork from 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e by F. P. Journe's Hong Kong Boutique.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edisplay-back, power reserve indicator, blued steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" title=\"View our Stockholm curved stone grey leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e grained leather strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMay 2008 (sold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebox and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain is in excellent condition, having recently been serviced by the brand in 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case was refinished as part of the overall service of the piece, with only light signs of wear since. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with the remainder of its 24 month warranty from the manufacture, along with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31706962493523,"sku":"WPT_F983","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_38mm_at_A_Collected_Man13.jpg?v=1771263487"},{"product_id":"chronometre-souverain-havana-platinum-40mm","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Havana | platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an \u003ca title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/a\u003e in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. This example, is one of few pieces with a Havana dial, a twist on an otherwise classic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brown dial has a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The tobacco brown colour of the dial is achieved through a combination of gold and ruthenium, which was achieved after multiple adjustments to the formula. The signature Journe-style hands are off-white, and complement the warm brown tones of the dial. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour). Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then the \u003ca title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations but its attraction has not faded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on a \u003ca title=\"Paris\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/paris-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eParis\u003c\/a\u003e strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original F.P. Journe brown caramel alligator strap is also supplied.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain - Havana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloché brown dial, display-back, power reserve indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end \u003ca title=\"Paris\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/paris-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eParis\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap, caramel brown alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esold in 2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain from 2019, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes on a bespoke \u003ca title=\"Paris\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/paris-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eParis\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap (with curved ends) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original caramel brown alligator strap from F. P. Journe is also supplied. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31775733416019,"sku":"CJSPT_F982","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Havana_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London13_2.jpg?v=1778664362"},{"product_id":"chronometre-optimum-platinum-black-label","title":"Chronomètre Optimum | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre Optimum is a testament to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/interview-francois-paul-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in our Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe’s\u003c\/a\u003e watchmaking philosophy; to design and manufacture timeless watches that will still function 200 years later, much like his immediate works after graduating, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Chronomètre Optimum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was in the the late 1980s, when François-Paul Journe envisioned the Chronomètre Optimum to be the watch that he would design for himself - “with three-hands, two mainsprings and a remontoir d'égalité”. It was in 2001 that the original concept for the Chronomètre Optimum was reworked, \u003cstrong\u003etaking over 10 years to reach production\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2012. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the design, Monsieur Journe used familiar pieces from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"View our F. P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/f-p-journe-tourbillon-dead-seconds-40mm-platinum?variant=12940697665619\" title=\"View the Journe Chronometre Tourbillon with dead seconds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTourbillon\u003c\/a\u003e. Like the Souverain, the Optimum utilises a double-barrel layout, operating in parallel. Borrowing from the tourbillon, the Optimum uses the one-second rementoir d'egalité system. The latter is displayed within the small aperture on the dial side, and it provides constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement. The patented, EBHP direct-impulse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-knowledge-escapements\" title=\"Read more about Journe's Natural Escapement here\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebi-axial escapement\u003c\/a\u003e functions without any oil or any form of lubricants. Connected to this, a \"natural\" dead-beat seconds, displayed on the caseback. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe combination of these systems offers a more stable delivery of energy to the movement. \u003cstrong\u003eAccording to Journe himself, the Optimum is thus the ultimate chronometer\u003c\/strong\u003e, achieved by the maximum possible reduction of internal friction in the movement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe manual-winding, Calibre 1510 is made from 18k rose gold, with Côtes de Genève embellishments, constructed with 44 jewels, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. As expected from F. P Journe, the movement is expertly finished and elaborately decorated, with contrasts established between the circular graining on the baseplate and Genevan stripes on the bridges.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Black Label Collection\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Black Label Collection was created \u003cstrong\u003eexclusively for existing F. P Journe clients\u003c\/strong\u003e, with each of the models within the series distinguished by their platinum cases and black lacquer dials - the latter, seen only in the Black Label Collection and Boutique Edition. Only twelve pieces are received by the boutiques in any year, with just two pieces for each model in the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSized at a contemporary 40mm, this Black Label Chronomètre Optimum features a rounded bezel, thin lugs and the manufactures' signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern, made larger for the Optimum. The entire watch is polished and mirror finished, while the crown itself is engraved. The solid gold dial is black nickel plated and coated in lacquer, displaying a separate whitened silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes, along with a running-seconds at 9 o’clock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe words \"Invenit et Fecit\" are inscribed above the two subsidiary dials (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The power-reserve indicator is located a 6 o’clock, heading from 0 to 40+. Impressively, the Chronomètre Optimum has a power-reserve of 70 hours, with 50 full-hours possible without any loss of amplitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e40mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, platinum F. P. Journe Black Label Optimum watch is in excellent condition, fitted to one of our Helsinki straps with curved-ends, measuring 20 x 19mm. The set also includes the original inner and outer boxes, the manufacture's Black Label Certificate and the alligator strap from F. P. Journe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Optimum Black Label - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View F. P. Journe's Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View F. P. Journe's Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding Calibre 1510\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds, dead-beat seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eblack nickel-plated dial, whitened silver guilloche subsidiary dial, remontoir d'égalité, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esmoked-grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki curved 20x19 strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Black Label F. P Journe Chronomètre Optimum watch is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The watch is currently undergoing testing at the manufacture in Geneva, and will be available within the coming weeks. It's accompanied by its original Black Label Certificate from the manufacture, dated 2015, as well as the original box (to be delivered). This watch comes with an original black F. P Journe alligator strap; our smoked-grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey nubuck Helsinki strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap and a matching platinum tang buckle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31904636731475,"sku":"WPT_F973","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Black_Label_Optimum_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London11_2.jpg?v=1778664034"},{"product_id":"tourbillon-brass-38mm-platinum-white-gold","title":"Tourbillon | Brass Movement | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, early brass-movement platinum \u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eTourbillon\u003c\/em\u003e watch is in very good, original condition and whilst un-serviced, has excellent mechanical functionality. The watch comes as a full set, with box and papers from the manufacture.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e was the very first production wristwatch from \u003cem\u003eMontres Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, originally made between 1999 and 2003, with a \u003cem\u003eRemontoir d’Egalité\u003c\/em\u003e; rather than a dead-seconds complication. This example, represents the fourth generation of the \u003cem\u003eJourne Tourbillon\u003c\/em\u003e, produced between 2001 and 2003 (indicated by \u003cem\u003e‘03T’\u003c\/em\u003e engraving on the caseback). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2004, \u003cem\u003eJourne\u003c\/em\u003e began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold, having developed the brand sufficiently to further the manufacturing process. Interestingly, it is \u003cem\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/em\u003e's earliest brass-movement pieces which command more interest from collectors. It is estimated that only 2,000 brass-movement examples were ever produced, across all lines, and were manufactured exclusively between 2001 and circa 2004. Among these, it is estimated that somewhere between 220 to 320 fourth-generation \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverains\u003c\/em\u003e were produced, making this example as rare, as it is desirable. \u003cspan\u003eBrass-movement \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eF. P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pieces are highly-sought after, owing to their unique place in the brand’s history and rarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Evolutionary Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is quintessentially an \u003cem\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 38 mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e’s signature 'flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The white gold dial is delicately textured, and displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillon (Latin for 'Invented and Made') in classic \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. \u003cddresult ddlightlink=\"yes\" guid=\"p:0\/3A446EF1-2EBF-4C5C-A4BD-E19777510E51\" attribute-name=\"__kIMCalendarEventAttributeName\" location=\"1701\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 12 o’clock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/ddresult\u003e, a power reserve indicator of 42 hours is displayed. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, fourth-generation dials are known to have a more subdued, shimmering finish than their earlier counterparts. This white gold dial is however made distinctive by its granular texture, which is noticeably more defined when compared with other fourth-generation dials, despite having a tempered shimmer and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one-second \u003cem\u003eRementoir d'egalité\u003c\/em\u003e system is displayed in one of two large apertures on the dial side, providing constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e caliber 1498 tourbillon movement is rhodium-plated brass, with \u003cem\u003eCôtes de Genève\u003c\/em\u003e, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved 'Chronometre A Tourbillon' and 'Remontoir d'egalité'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earliest works of \u003cem\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology, in perfect harmony. Housed in a 38 mm platinum case, this \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eTourbillon\u003c\/em\u003e is one of few pieces that represent its original, inspired design – the classic 38 mm case, since no longer in production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMonsieur Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s mastery is evident in the look, feel, and romance of his craftsmanship - inspired by his immediate works after graduation, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches. These earlier, rarer pieces are being earmarked by discerning collectors as ‘the ones to buy’, with such effects beginning to impact auction results in measurable fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Set\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch comes on our bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/cairo-20x19\" title=\"View our bespoke Cairo cream grained leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCairo\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e cream grained leather strap (measuring 20 x 19mm). It's also accompanied by its original early style \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e boxes, stamped guarantee card and product literature, within the complete early set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cem\u003e01T\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal. \u003cem\u003e1498\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003etourbillon, hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds, \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003epower reserve display, brass-movement, display back, blue steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/cairo-20x19\" title=\"View our Cairo curved cream grained leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eCairo\u003c\/i\u003e strap\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cem\u003eF. P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e alligator strap with platinum buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eManufactured in circa 2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003efull set: original box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is in excellent condition. The case has been very well preserved, with minor signs of wear throughout. The set includes all of the materials which accompany early pieces, including the original boxes, stamped guarantee card and booklet. A black alligator \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e strap is also included.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the calibre 1498 tourbillon movement of this \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is functioning well, \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e is unable to provide a guarantee of timekeeping accuracy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31926744383571,"sku":"WPT_F989","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Tourbillon_Souverain_brass_movement_white_gold_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London11.jpg?v=1771262948"},{"product_id":"tourbillon-souverain-tn-40mm-platinum","title":"Tourbillon Souverain | Seconde Morte | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 40mm, platinum \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain TN\u003c\/em\u003e (or \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Nouveau\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the second series of \u003ci\u003eTourbillon watches\u003c\/i\u003e produced by \u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe, \u003c\/em\u003eand was recently serviced by the brand in 2020\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e Introduced in 1999, the \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Sourverain\u003c\/em\u003e was the first serial production watch by \u003ca title=\"François-Paul Journe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-story-of-early-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, building on the watchmaker's \u003ca title=\"Tourbillon Illustration\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/a-collected-man-collaborations\/products\/journe-tourbillon-drawing-by-julie-kraulis\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efirst-ever wristwatch\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earliest \u003ca title=\"early Tourbillon Souverain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/a-collectors-guide-to-early-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e pieces were originally made between 1999 and 2003, with a \u003cem\u003eRemontoir d’Egalité\u003c\/em\u003e; rather than a dead-beat seconds complication. This example, is part of the \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Nouveau\u003c\/em\u003e series (indicated by ‘\u003cem\u003eTN\u003c\/em\u003e’ engraving on the caseback), launched in 2004. In the redesign of the series, only the tourbillion cage was kept from the original '\u003cem\u003eT\u003c\/em\u003e' models, with all other aspects thoroughly rethought.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e is quintessentially an \u003cem\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it's made distinctive by a number of signature \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e features throughout. The white gold dial is delicately textured, and displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed at 1 o'clock \u003cspan\u003e(Latin for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e‘Invented and Made’\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or more literally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e'Designed and built by F.P. Journe'\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. Also inscribed are the words '\u003cem\u003eavec Seconde Morte\u003c\/em\u003e', denoting the added dead seconds complication. At 12 o’clock, a power reserve indicator of 42 hours is displayed. Overall, the dial layout is well balanced and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe natural dead-beat seconds is displayed at 6 o’clock, concealing the \u003cem\u003eRementoir d'egalité\u003c\/em\u003e, from the \u003cem\u003ereference T\u003c\/em\u003e. The term ‘Seconde Morte' or ‘dead-beat seconds’, is derived from the way in which the hand remains motionless, until the second has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e caliber \u003cem\u003e1403\u003c\/em\u003e tourbillon movement is 18-carat rose gold, with \u003cem\u003eRementoir d'egalité\u003c\/em\u003e, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved 'Chronometre A Tourbillon', decorated with \u003cspan\u003eCôtes de Genève\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Set\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain TN\u003c\/em\u003e comes with an original \u003cem\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, black alligator strap, a taupe Zürich grained leather strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and corresponding platinum tang buckle. It's also accompanied by the original inner and outer boxes, stamped guarantee card and booklet. The watch was serviced recently serviced by the manufacture and comes with a copy of the servicing paperwork from \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e (dated May 2020).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earliest works of \u003cem\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/em\u003e, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology, in perfect harmony. Housed in a 40mm platinum case, this \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e represents a modern take on his original, inspired design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cem\u003eTN\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal. \u003cem\u003e1403\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003etourbillon, hours, minutes,\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\ndead-beat subsidiary seconds, power reserve display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eremontoire, 18-carat rose gold-movement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e40mm platinum (No. 1XX-05TN) 9.9mm thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"View our Zurich 20x19mm taupe calfskin strap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eZürich\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e strap, \u003cem\u003eF. P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e black alligator alligator strap with platinum buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e2005 \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003ebox, instruction manual and guarantee card from \u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis platinum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e TN\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is in excellent condition, having recently been serviced by the brand in 2020. The case was refinished as part of the overall service and remains unworn since. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with the remainder of its 24-month warranty from the manufacture, along with a two-year warranty from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31949151699027,"sku":"WPT F883","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/F_P_Journe_Tourbillon_Souverain_TN_white_gold_dial_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London11_cc10bb07-a0d1-4010-8612-c5922880b4d4.jpg?v=1646397555"},{"product_id":"tourbillon-remontoir-ruthenium-40mm-platinum","title":"Tourbillon Remontoir | Ruthenium Dial | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Limited Edition F. P. Journe Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain watch is \u003cstrong\u003eone of only ninety-nine pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e, created between 2001 and 2003. Each of the series is individually numbered (XX\/99-01T) and cased in platinum. The pairing of a quintessential complication by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in The Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrancois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e with the attractiveness of ruthenium coating on the dial and movement makes the watch both mechanically and visually impressive. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Ruthenium Collection\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive watches were chosen for the Ruthenium Collection, representing the latter part of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e’s brass movement production, and this was the first time that any of Journe’s watches were made with ruthenium-coated dials and movement plates. Four of the five pieces, including \u003cstrong\u003ethis Tourbillon Remontoir d’Egalite, have been discontinued\u003c\/strong\u003e in the collection. Moreover, the Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain, with open remontoire at six o'clock, is the only example of the original Tourbillon made with a 40mm case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hodinkee.com\/articles\/reference-points-fp-journe-tourbillon\" title=\"Read Ben Clymer's Reference Points on the F.P. Journe Tourbillon\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReference Points\u003c\/a\u003e on the F.P. Journe Tourbillon, Ben Clymer of HODINKEE described the Ruthenium Collection Tourbillon as such,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Let's assume you will not be able to purchase one of the two prototype wristwatches, or one of the 20 Souscription watches – you are still left with a wide and varied range of watches over which you can truly obsess. The easiest collectible reference T to spot is the ruthenium limited edition (...) They were produced in 2001 and, to many, they're the next most desirable Journe tourbillon after a super early example of a T.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eA quintessential complication\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonsieur Journe’s mastery is evident in the look and feel of his craftsmanship - inspired by his immediate works after graduation, restoring 18th and 19th-century marine chronometers and pocket watches. The earliest works of François-Paul Journe effortlessly blend traditional watchmaking with modern Haute-horology, in perfect harmony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tourbillon \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe's Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain\u003c\/a\u003e is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. The Tourbillon Souverain was the very first production wristwatch from Montres Journe, originally made between 1999 and 2003, with a remontoir d’egalité, rather than a dead-seconds complication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 40 mm dress watch case, the watch is made \u003cstrong\u003edistinctive by the ruthenium coated dial\u003c\/strong\u003e. The charcoal grey surface is delicately textured, giving the dial a mixture of tones and added depth. The ruthenium plating reflects light differently, transitioning to a smokey, silver hue from different angles. A separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes is displayed to the right side of the dial. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillon (Latin for ‘Invented and Made’ or more literally 'Designed and built by F.P. Journe') in classic F.P. Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. At twelve o’clock, a power reserve indicator of forty-two hours is also shown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eone-second remontoir d’egalité system\u003c\/strong\u003e is displayed in one of two apertures on the dial side, providing constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1498 tourbillon \u003cstrong\u003emovement is ruthenium-plated brass\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved ‘Chronometre A Tourbillon’ and ’Remontoir d’Egalité’.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2004, Journe began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold; however - interestingly - it is François-Paul Journe’s earliest brass-movement pieces that command more interest from collectors. It’s estimated that \u003cstrong\u003eonly 2,000 brass-movement examples were produced\u003c\/strong\u003e, across all lines, and were manufactured exclusively between 2001 and circa 2004. These earlier F. P Journe pieces are highly sought-after, owing to their placement within the brand’s history and rarity. The Ruthenium Series only enhances these qualities, using the light-absorbing dark metal to create a unique aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCombining many of the most desirable aspects of F.P. Journe’s manufacture, the Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain continues to represent a rare opportunity to acquire something of a \u003cstrong\u003elandmark piece in the history of the brand\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ninety-nine examples may have been produced, though only a handful of these have reached the market since, demonstrating the affection many owners of the series clearly have for the execution of these models.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Limited Edition, F. P. Journe Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain is accompanied by its original Ruthenium Collection boxes, certificate of origin and accompanying materials within the complete set. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eRuthenium Tourbillon Souverain - 01T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal. 1498\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003etourbillon, remontoir d’egalité, hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003epower reserve display, ruthenium-coated dial, ruthenium-coated brass-movement, display back, blue steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCurved \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" title=\"View our Stockholm curved stone grey leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e stone grey grained leather strap, black F. P Journe alligator strap with platinum buckle, additional platinum\/white gold deployant clasp \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003ecirca 2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003efull set - original box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain is in excellent condition. The case has been remarkably well preserved, with minor signs of very light wear. The set includes all of the accompanying materials which accompany the Ruthenium Collection, including the original box and accessories. The original stamped paperwork is also included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhilst the calibre 1498 tourbillon movement of this Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain is functioning well, A Collected Man is unable to provide a guarantee of timekeeping accuracy.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31961899368531,"sku":"CAKPT_F1006","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Tourbillon_Souverain_ruthenium_dial_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London14.jpg?v=1771262163"},{"product_id":"chronometre-bleu-tantalum-2014","title":"Chronomètre Bleu | Tantalum","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoused in a 39mm case, the Chronomètre Bleu is one of very few watches to be produced in the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. Rarely used in watchmaking due to its difficulty to work with, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. It's also non-allergenic, and so perfectly suited to be worn on the wrist. Measuring at just 8.6mm thick, the Chronomètre Bleu comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by a number of signature elements throughout. Quintessentially Journe in both its design language and movement, this example was originally sold in 2014, through the Geneva boutique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished-dial is an uncommon feature, displaying various shades of blue which  compliment the grey-blue colour of tantalum. Together, these blue overtones give the watch its name. The signature \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJourne\u003c\/a\u003e-style hands are off-white and contrast with the polished dial, to improve legibility. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour), which vary in size dependent on their location on the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds, as seen in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"View our collection of Journe's Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e, though the Chronomètre Bleu goes without a power-reserve indication. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and excellently legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement is certainly independent watchmaking at its finest. The in-house Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing Côte de Genève, circular graining and barleycorn guilloché. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Chronomètre Bleu watch is in very good condition, fitted to one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" title=\"View our Stockholm curved stone grey leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e straps with curved-ends, measuring \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20 x 19mm\u003c\/a\u003e. The set also includes the manufacture's guarantee card, manual, original purchase receipt and alligator strap from F. P. Journe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epolished blue dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n39 mm tantalum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF.P Journe black alligator strap, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" title=\"View our Stockholm curved stone grey leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e grained leather strap, tantalum buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estamped warranty card, manual, original purchase receipt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F. P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu is in very good condition, with some light scratches visible on the case. These are most noticeable on sides of the case, shown in the photography. There's also a light mark on the bezel at the 4 o'clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the calibre 1304 movement of this Chronomètre Bleu is functioning well, A Collected Man is unable to provide a guarantee of timekeeping accuracy. A complimentary service will be provided by A Collected Man, within one year of purchase, through F.P. Journe's Paris boutique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32033175044179,"sku":"WTA_F1007","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Bleu_tantalum_A_Collected_Man_London14.jpg?v=1771261436"},{"product_id":"journe-chronometre-optimum-40mm-pt","title":"Chronomètre Optimum | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre Optimum is a testament to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/interview-francois-paul-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in our Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe’s\u003c\/a\u003e watchmaking philosophy; to design and manufacture timeless watches that will still function 200 years later, much like his immediate works after graduating, restoring 18th and 19th century marine chronometers and pocket watches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Chronomètre Optimum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was in the the late 1980s, when \u003ca title=\"Read our story of Journe and his watchmaking history\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-story-of-early-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e envisioned the Chronomètre Optimum to be the watch that he would design for himself - “with three-hands, two mainsprings and a remontoir d'égalité”. It was in 2001 that the original concept for the Chronomètre Optimum was reworked, taking over 10 years to reach production in 2012. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In the design, Monsieur Journe used familiar pieces from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"View our F. P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/f-p-journe-tourbillon-dead-seconds-40mm-platinum?variant=12940697665619\" title=\"View the Journe Chronometre Tourbillon with dead seconds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTourbillon\u003c\/a\u003e. Like the Souverain, the Optimum utilises a double-barrel layout, operating in parallel. Borrowing from the tourbillon, the Optimum uses the one-second remontoir d'egalité system. The latter is displayed within the small aperture on the dial side, and it provides constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement. The patented, EBHP direct-impulse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-knowledge-escapements\" title=\"Read more about Journe's Natural Escapement here\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebi-axial escapement\u003c\/a\u003e functions without any oil or any form of lubricants. Connected to this, a \"natural\" dead-beat seconds is displayed on the caseback. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe combination of these systems offers a more stable delivery of energy to the movement. According to Journe himself, the Optimum is thus the ultimate chronometer, achieved by the maximum possible reduction of internal friction in the movement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The manual-winding, Calibre 1510 is made from 18k rose gold, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 44 jewels, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. As expected from F. P Journe, the movement is expertly finished and elaborately decorated, with contrasts established between the circular graining on the baseplate and Genevian stripes on the bridges.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSized at a contemporary 40mm, this Chronomètre Optimum features a rounded bezel, thin lugs and the manufactures' signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern, made larger for the Optimum. The entire watch is polished and mirror finished, while the crown itself is engraved. The solid gold dial is textured, displaying a separate whitened silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes, along with a running-seconds at 9 o’clock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe words \"Invenit et Fecit\" are inscribed above the two subsidiary dials (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The power-reserve indicator is located a 6 o’clock, heading from 0 to 40+. Impressively, the Chronomètre Optimum has a power-reserve of 70 hours, with 50 full-hours possible without any loss of amplitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis 40mm, platinum F. P. Journe Optimum watch is in excellent condition, fitted to a bespoke light grey saffiano Luxembourg strap with curved-ends, measuring 20 x 19mm. The set also includes the original inner and outer boxes, the manufacture's guarantee card and the original black alligator strap from F. P. Journe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Viewings are suspended for the time being. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCloser look\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Optimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding Calibre 1510\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003epower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds, dead-beat seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ewhite gold dial, whitened silver guilloche subsidiary dial, remontoir d'égalité, display-back, blue steel \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebespoke light grey Luxembourg Saffiano leather strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum pin buckle \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis F. P Journe Chronomètre Optimum watch is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It is accompanied by its original guarantee card from the retailer, as well as the original box. This watch comes with an original black F. P Journe alligator strap; a bespoke Luxembourg light grey saffiano leather strap and a matching platinum pin buckle.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32218074611795,"sku":"CNAPT_F1070","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F-P-Journe_Chronometre_Optimum_40mm_platinum_watch_A_Collected_Man_London16_2.jpg?v=1778663448"},{"product_id":"1-chronometre-souverain-platinum-40-mm","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 40 mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an F.P Journe in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it is made distinctive by F.P. Journe’s signature ‘flat crown’ with a rope like pattern. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver dial has a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are blued-steel, forming an excellent contrast against the silver tones of the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then the \u003ca title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of dial variations but its attraction has not faded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes one of our prototype navy nubuck straps with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original F.P. Journe black alligator strap is also supplied.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain No. 1XX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloché dial, display-back, power reserve indicator, blue steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end nubuck strap, black alligator strap from F. P. Journe with platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2020 (sold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003efull set - box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned, platinum F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain from 2020, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes on a navy nubuck strap (with curved ends) and its original platinum tang buckle. The original black alligator strap from F. P. Journe is also supplied. The watch comes with the remainder of its 24-month warranty from F.P. Journe (having been sold in July 2020).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32228723720275,"sku":"CNAPT_F1071","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Platinum_40mm_A_Collected_Man_London20_2.jpg?v=1778663017"},{"product_id":"chronometre-souverain-havana-rose-gold","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | Havana | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Chronomètre Souverain is quintessentially an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"View our collection of F. P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/a\u003e in both its design language and movement. Housed in a classical 40mm dress watch case, it's made distinctive by a number of signature F.P. Journe elements throughout. This example, is one of few pieces with a Havana dial, a twist on an otherwise classic design. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Chronomètre Souverain\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the ‘Favourite Men’s Watch’ award the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève), the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-chronometre-souverain\" title=\"Vie our collection of F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e has seen a number of variations in the design, more recently featuring a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fpjourne.com\/en\/collection\/limited-series\/chronometre-souverain\" title=\"F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain Limited Edition Dubai Boutique\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egreen dial\u003c\/a\u003e to celebrate the opening of Journe's first boutique in Dubai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brown dial has a hobnail, Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The tobacco brown colour of the dial is achieved through a combination of gold and ruthenium, which was achieved after multiple adjustments to the formula. The signature Journe-style hands are off-white, and complement the warm brown tones of the dial. The outer-track holds embossed decorative Arabic numerals (also off-white in colour). Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed and highly-legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0-56, it goes the other way towards 0. This was deliberate by F.P. Journe, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours since you have wound the watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest, as the in-house, Calibre 1304 is made entirely of 18k rose gold seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e explains thusly:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with Côte de Genève on the bridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes on a \u003ca title=\"Geneva 20\/19mm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGeneva\u003c\/a\u003e strap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original rose gold pin buckle. The original F.P. Journe brown caramel alligator strap is also supplied.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings are currently suspended for the time being. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain - Havana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emanual-winding cal. 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime only - hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloché brown dial, display-back, power reserve indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm rose gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ecurved-end \u003ca title=\"Geneva 20\/19mm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGeneva\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap, caramel brown alligator strap from F.P. Journe with rose gold tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esold in 2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003einner and outer boxes, guarantee card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rose gold, F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain Havana from 2019, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The case shows very light signs of wear, with superficial marks and some small light scratches visible on the bezel. It comes on a \u003ca title=\"Geneva 20\/19mm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGeneva\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck strap (with curved ends) and its original rose gold tang buckle. The original caramel brown alligator strap from F. P. Journe is also supplied. Whilst the original warranty card is present, the small card holder and USB manual are not included. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32361640165459,"sku":"WRG_F1121","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_Havana_A_Collected_Man_London14_2.jpg?v=1778567939"},{"product_id":"byblos-tantalum-99","title":"Byblos | Limited to 99 | Tantalum","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLimited to 99 pieces, this \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe Byblos\u003c\/em\u003e features the unusual combination of a tantalum case and openwork dial, exposing the elegantly finished rose gold movement, with all the pieces being individually numbered on the caseback.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Origin Story \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduced in 2014, the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eF.P. Journe Byblos\u003c\/i\u003e was made as a limited series, numbered from 1 to 99.\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eWith its distinctive tantalum case and openwork dial, it was released to commemorate the opening of the brand’s tenth boutique worldwide, located in Beirut. The brand chose the Byblos name as an hommage to a city a few kilometres north of Beirut, which is the world’s oldest Phoenician port, which acted as an important cultural and commercial hub for many centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most striking feature of the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eByblos\u003c\/i\u003e is the openwork dial, something rarely ever seen on \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e watches, which usually have a more parred back design. Using the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu's \u003c\/i\u003etantalum case and deep blue dial as a starting point, the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eByblos\u003c\/i\u003e integrates a range of interesting and noteworthy details throughout\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Striking Openwork Dial \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe openwork dial of the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eByblos\u003c\/i\u003e demonstrates François-Paul Journe’s intention to create a limited edition displaying more than just a tweak to an existing design, which can often be the case with these types of commemorative pieces. For the very first time, the rose gold movement is exposed on the dial side, with guilloché decoration adding texture to the warm metal. A perlage pattern is also found on some of the surfaces around the seconds sub-dial, offering a welcome contrast. Some exposed jewels and mechanical components also visually reinforce the richness of the overall design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn the periphery, the\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Byblos \u003c\/i\u003eadopts the familiar blue hour circle, with Arabic numerals, found on the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/i\u003e. According to the manufacture, the design is meant to represent the radiant sun standing out against a Mediterranean blue sky. Another noteworthy detail is the unusual \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e signature, which is engraved directly onto the movement. The “J” is inscribed in the Phoenician alphabet, with the letter “Yodh”, which also means hand. It also happens to the the tenth letter of the Phoenician alphabet, which is a direct reference to the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eByblos\u003c\/i\u003e being created to celebrate the brand’s tenth boutique. The “Byblos” word is also engraved directly onto the movement, below the brand’s own name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Unusual Tantalum Case\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHoused in a 39mm case, the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eByblos\u003c\/i\u003e is one of very few watches to be produced in the rare, dark-grey metal, tantalum. With its distinctive colour and tone, tantalum is highly resistant to both corrosion and wear. It is rarely ever used in watchmaking, due to its difficulty to work with and how expensive it has become. Traditionally used in the medical and aerospace fields, the equipment needed to work tantalum needs replacing more frequently, often making the watches which integrate this unusual material all the more burdensome to produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEven with F\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e’s own watches, tantalum is rarely used, only appearing in the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChronomètre Bleu\u003c\/i\u003e, a small handful of unique pieces and the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eByblos \u003c\/i\u003elimited edition of 99 pieces. At just 8.6mm thick, the \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eByblos\u003c\/i\u003e comfortably fits beneath a cuff, and is made distinctive by the watchmaker’s signature flat crown. The watch’s unique serial number is engraved on the caseback, in the “XX\/99-BYBLOS” format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Movement \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe movement is certainly independent haute horlogerie at its finest. The in-house Calibre \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1304\u003c\/i\u003e is made entirely of 18-carat rose-gold, and seen through the sapphire caseback. The movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement. Most impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e has based his watchmaking around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCôte de Genève\u003c\/i\u003e motif on the bridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Set\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe Byblos\u003c\/em\u003e is accompanied by its original \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eF.P. Journe \u003c\/i\u003einner box, outer box and \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/i\u003e. This watch comes on a \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eParis s\u003c\/i\u003etrap with curved-ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and its original tantalum buckle. The original \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e beige alligator strap is also supplied.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eByblos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal.\u003cem\u003e1304\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003etime-only: hours, minutes, subsidiary-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eopenwork dial, display-back, limited to 99 pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e39 mm tantalum\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eParis s\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003etrap, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e beige alligator strap, tantalum buckle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003einner box, outer box, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis tantalum \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe Byblos\u003c\/em\u003e is in excellent condition and retains perfect mechanical functionality. The case is in very good, unpolished condition, with only very minor signs of wear. It \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis accompanied by its original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eF.P.Journe \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003einner box, outer box and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCertificate of Origin. \u003c\/i\u003eThe watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32377186058323,"sku":"WTA_F1103","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Francois_Paul_Journe_Byblos_Tantalum_99_Pieces_A_Collected_Man_London12.jpg?v=1771260540"},{"product_id":"journe-chronometre-souverain-de-boulle-1","title":"Chronomètre Souverain de Boulle | 40mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis limited edition F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain is one of only eight pieces created for the Texas-based retailer de Boulle. Housed within a classic 40 mm platinum case, it is made distinctive by its two-tone, silver and ruthenium tuxedo dial. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Origin Story\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough the watchmaker rarely ever releases limited editions, François-Paul Journe has a long-standing practice of creating special pieces for significant occasions or select retailers close to the brand - from the titanium and rose gold Tokyo Boutique series to the Byblos, released to celebrate the brand's tenth boutique worldwide, in Beirut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to eight pieces, which is unusually low for an F.P. Journe limited series, the de Boulle Chronomètre Souverain places itself within that tradition. Founded in 1983 in Dallas, de Boulle used to be one of the few authorised retailers for the brand in the United States. In 2007, F.P. Journe released this limited edition of the Chronomètre Souverain with a ruthenium-coated tuxedo dial, which was retailed through de Boulle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eA Strong Foundation\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eF.P. Journe took the Chronomètre Souverain as the foundation for this limited series. One of the brand's most pared back pieces, this precision chronometer is inspired by the marine chronometers of the early 20th century. The model speaks to Journe's long-standing commitment to accuracy and restrained design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Pierre Halimi, the current General Manager for the brand in North America, Journe wanted the Chronomètre Souverain to be the very first watch he would launch in 1999, after establishing his eponymous brand. However, he was shrewd enough to realise that he needed to prove his worth as a watchmaker, before he could pursue a passion project such as this. A few years later, having cemented his reputation, the Chronomètre Souverain became a reality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the Favourite Men’s Watch award at the GPHG, or Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then, it has established itself as one of the brand's most popular models, with only a small handful of limited pieces being produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis de Boulle Chronomètre Souverain features a striking \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003etwo-tone silver and ruthenium tuxedo dial. Ruthenium details have often been used across some of the watchmaker's limited series, such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/1-octa-perpetuelle-anniversaire-toyko-titanium?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=a6f52a51b\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=31707472298067\" title=\"View our Tokyo Octa Perpétuelle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTokyo Boutique Anniversary Series\u003c\/a\u003e or the aptly named \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/journe-tourbillon-ruthenium-40mm-platinum\" title=\"View our Ruthenium Tourbillon\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRuthenium Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. The monochrome dial has a hobnail, clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. These are rendered in a silvery hue, which stands out against the ruthenium portion of the dial. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature F.P. Journe style hands are made of blued steel, adding a touch of colour to the overall design and helping with legibility. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at 3 o’clock is a power reserve indicator which states a power reserve of 56 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0 to 56, it goes the other way, towards 0. This was a deliberate choice from François-Paul Journe who borrowed the feature from marine chronometer clocks.The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours have elapsed since you wound the watch. The distinctive dial is combined with a classic 40mm F.P. Journe case in platinum. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it captures the spirit of independent haute horlogerie at its finest, with the in-house calibre 1304 being made entirely of 18k rose gold. Visible through the sapphire caseback, the movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The watchmaker himself explains it as such, \"chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain comes with its F.P. Journe box and guarantee card (dated from 2007). \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis watch comes on a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" title=\"View our Stockholm strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e strap with curved-ends, as well as its F.P. Journe alligator strap and platinum pin buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nF.P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nChronomètre Souverain De Boulle Edition - One of Eight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house Calibre 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nlimited edition, blue steel hands, silver and ruthenium guilloché dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/stockholm-20x19\" title=\"View our Stockholm strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStockholm\u003c\/a\u003e strap, F.P. Journe alligator strap, F.P. Journe platinum tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e F.P. Journe box, guarantee card (dated from 2007).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis platinum \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Chronomètre Souverain is in very good condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes with its F.P. Journe box and guarantee card (dated from 2007). It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32390551044179,"sku":"WPT_F1169","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Francois_Paul_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_de_Boulle_Eight_A_Collected_Man_London13_2.jpg?v=1778496587"},{"product_id":"chronometre-souverain-38mm-rose-gold-1","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 38mm | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain is one of only a small number of examples from the brand's current collection housed within a 38mm case, which was approved upon the special request of an existing Journe client. With very few custom orders accepted by the manufacture each year, this rose gold Souverain is an unusual combination of F.P Journe's present design, paired with their most classically sized case diameter. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Chronomètre Souverain\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the brand's most pared back pieces, this precision chronometer is inspired by the marine chronometers of the early 20th century. The \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain speaks to Journe's long-standing commitment to accuracy and restrained design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Pierre Halimi, the current General Manager for the brand in North America, Journe wanted the Chronomètre Souverain to be the very first watch he would launch in 1999, after establishing his eponymous brand. However, he was shrewd enough to realise that he needed to prove his worth as a watchmaker, before he could pursue a passion project such as this. A few years later, having cemented his reputation, the Chronomètre Souverain became a reality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the Favourite Men’s Watch award at the GPHG, or Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then, it has established itself as one of the brand's most popular models, with only a handful of limited pieces being produced, alongside a small number of custom requests from existing clients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial forgoes Journe's traditional Clous de Paris pattern, instead displaying a fine, granular texture on the surface of the solid gold base. The appliqué Arabic numerals are polished with a diamond tool, creating a mirror-like finish, forming an excellent contrast against the grainy dial. A five-layer pad printing technique is used to transfer the time indications and classic F.P Journe logo, further complementing the silvered, opaline appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature F.P. Journe style hands are rose, in uniformity with the hour markers and helping with legibility. Between 7 and 8 o’clock is a subsidiary seconds and at 3 o’clock is a power reserve indicator which states a power reserve of 56 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0 to 56, it goes the other way, towards 0. This was a deliberate choice from François-Paul Journe who borrowed the feature from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours have elapsed since you wound the watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive dial is combined with a 38mm F.P. Journe case in rose gold, which was custom ordered by special request, with the case size since no longer in production. With all the original F.P. Journe models, from the Tourbillon Souverain to the Chronomètre à Résonance, having first been released in this size, it holds a special place in the brand's history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it captures the spirit of independent haute horlogerie at its finest, with the in-house calibre 1304 being made entirely of 18k rose gold. Visible through the sapphire caseback, the movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The watchmaker himself explains it as such, \"chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain comes with its original F.P. Journe boxes and guarantee card. It comes fitted to one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/paris-20x19\" title=\"See our Paris strap in 20 x 19mm, with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eParis\u003c\/a\u003e straps with curved-ends, and includes the original F.P. Journe alligator strap and rose gold pin buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nF.P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house Calibre 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nspecial order case, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e38 mm rose gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/paris-20x19\" title=\"View our bespoke Paris tan calfskin strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eParis\u003c\/a\u003e strap, F.P. Journe alligator strap, F.P. Journe rose gold tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e F.P. Journe outer box, inner box, USB user manual, guarantee card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis rose gold, 38mm Chronomètre Souverain is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The case shows light signs of surface wear, though is free of any deeper imperfections. It comes with its original F.P. Journe box and guarantee card. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32404730413139,"sku":"WRG_F1146","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Souverain_38mm_rose_gold_A_Collected_Man_London6_340930ef-ba75-4639-93ba-b9c297b58f9a.jpg?v=1771259927"},{"product_id":"centigraphe-souverain-boutique-edition-rose-gold","title":"Centigraphe Souverain - Boutique Edition | 40mm | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain is one of few examples from the brand’s Boutique Edition collection, distinguished by their rose gold cases and black lacquer dials. Exclusively sold through F.P. Journe boutiques worldwide, it’s one of the brand’s rarer collections, alongside the Black Label series. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Origin Story\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Centigraphe Souverain speaks very much to François-Paul’s meticulous approach to complications, both technically and design wise. Drawing on research carried out by the watchmaker fifteen years prior, the concept was resuscitated after a conversation with Jean Todt, then executive director for Scuderia Ferrari and current president of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two first met in Paris, and over the course of several meetings discussed what the ideal modern day mechanical chronograph could look like for the world of motorsport. From Heuer to Rolex, the association between the complication and the automative world has been a long-standing one, but one which hasn't necessarily progressed technically since the mid-20th century. Given Journe’s explorative nature for developing complications, and having already produced a chronograph wristwatch within his Octa series, the Centigraphe seemed like an appealing challenge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Centigraphe Souverain was eventually presented in 2007, at which time François-Paul Journe credited Jean Todt for inspiring it, since referring to the former rally driver as the Centigraphe’s “godfather”. Throughout the lifespan of the Centigraphe Souverain model, thirty percent of all profits were donated to the ICM institute, furthering the development of treatments for nervous system disorders. Support that continues to this day through subsequent iterations of the Centigraphe. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA year after its introduction, the Centigraphe Souverain won L'Aiguille d’Or award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Centigraphe Souverain was exclusively produced between 2008 and 2018, whereas the Boutique Edition variant was only made between 2010 and 2016. Though not limited like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-centigraphe-souverain-watch?variant=4959012257823\" title=\"See our Black Label Centigraphe Souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBlack Label\u003c\/a\u003e series, which were only sold to existing clients of F.P. Journe, examples of the Boutique Edition are equally scarce in many cases, with only a few appearing publicly. The complication is now only found within the brand's lineSport collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused within a 40mm rose gold case, the Centigraphe is made distinctive through a patented chronograph \"rocker\" on the side of the case, in place of more traditional pushers for operating the chronograph functions. It features a centralised dial layout, distinguished by a polished steel ring securing three subsidiary dials. The unusual black dial and red indications offer a rich contrast against the rose gold case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe words \"Invenit et Fecit\" are inscribed beside the subsidiary counter at 6 o’clock, in classic F.P. Journe style. On the left side of the dial, the first of three sub dial hands revolves around the counter in one second, on a scale marked in hundredths of a second. The subsidiary hand at 2 o’clock revolves once every twenty seconds, with the scale itself divided by each passing second. The third register at 6 o’clock is graduated for 10 minute intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tachymeter scale converts time units for 1 kilometre into speeds ranging from 6 km\/h - walking pace - to 36,000 km\/h. Each subsidiary dial displays the time scale in red and is marked at the centre \"S\" or \"M\" - \"PR\", abbreviating \"seconds\" or \"minutes\", per revolution. An intuitive feature of the 100th of a second counter is that it can be stopped anywhere along its one-second revolution around the dial, even between two 100th of a second divisions. This flying seconds, or “foudroyante”, ticks once each time the escape wheel rotates. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manually-wound F.P. Journe caliber 1506 movement is manufactured entirely from 18-carat rose gold, matching the case. It is constructed with 50 jewels, and features an in-line lever escapement, 15-tooth escape-wheel and free-sprung balance - adjustable on four inertia weights, with a self-compensating Anachron balance-spring. The barrel features a maintaining power system, in order to ensure driving force does not decrease during winding. The mainspring supplies a minimum of 80 hours power reserve without the chronograph running, and 24 hours even with operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Boutique Edition Centigraphe Souverain comes with its original F.P. Journe boxes and guarantee card. It comes fitted to one of our \u003ca title=\"Zürich\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZürich\u003c\/a\u003e straps (measuring 20 x 19mm) with curved-ends, and includes the original F.P. Journe alligator strap and rose gold pin buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nF.P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nCentigraphe Souverain Boutique Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house Calibre 1506\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nchronograph, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nblack dial, 100th\/sec counter, tachymeter scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e40 mm rose gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Zürich\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZürich\u003c\/a\u003e strap, F.P. Journe alligator strap, F.P. Journe rose gold tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e F.P. Journe box, manual, guarantee card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis rose gold, Centigraphe Souverain is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes with its F.P. Journe box, instruction manual and guarantee card. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32408630394963,"sku":"CCIRG_F1170","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Centigraphe_Souverain_Boutique_Edition_rose_gold_A_Collected_Man_London12.jpg?v=1771259685"},{"product_id":"f-p-journe-tourbillon-brass-38mm","title":"Tourbillon | Brass Movement | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain represents the earliest incarnation of the watchmaker's first production wristwatch, dating back to 2001. With its platinum case, delicately textured dial and subtle two-tone sub-dial, it embodies much of the appeal of the watchmaker's early work. Its serial number confirms that it was one of the first 160 tourbillons made and sold by the watchmaker. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe dawn of Montres Journe\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to launching his own brand, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Journe in The Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrancois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e had already proven his skill as a talented watchmaker. Having spent time restoring clocks and pocket watches from the likes of Janvier and Breguet, he had also completed complex commissions for Asprey and Cartier, among others. In his own time, the young watchmaker had also already assembled a pocket watch integrating a tourbillon, by following the writings of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/george-daniels\" title=\"View our collection of George Daniels watches and objects\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGeorge Daniels\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as a handful of prototype wristwatches integrating a tourbillon and remontoir d’égalité systems. However, Journe had not yet established his own brand, lacking the capital to do so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne day, while out to lunch, his friend Camille Berthet suggested a subscription model. The idea was simple; a few trusting clients would have put the money forward for a watch that was yet to be made. In exchange for this good faith, they would receive a 50% reduction on its retail value, allowing the watchmaker to raise just enough money to start the production of pieces under his own eponymous brand. The project behind the \u003ca title=\"View our previously sold F. P. Journe Souscription Tourbillon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\/products\/souscription-tourbillon-platinum\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouscription Tourbillon\u003c\/a\u003e was born, with twenty close clients and friends of the watchmaker committing a deposit, sight unseen. These early wristwatches became the foundation of the F.P. Journe manufacture we know today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAn early Tourbillon Souverain\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tourbillon Souverain was the very first production wristwatch from Montres Journe, originally made between 1999 and 2003. During that period, it is estimated that less than 500 Tourbillon Souverains were produced with a brass movement, across all configurations, including the 99 pieces from the Ruthenium Collection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in 2001, this piece belongs to the fourth and final generation of the Tourbillon Souverain. It presents a range of distinctive features, such as the smaller screws on the dial, flat remontoire cock and deeper caseback engravings. Among the 2,000 brass movement F.P. Journe watches were ever produced, across all models, is estimated that somewhere between 220 to 320 fourth-generation Tourbillon Souverains were produced, making this example as rare, as it is desirable. This Tourbillon Souverain is a relatively early one, with its serial number confirming that it was among the first 160 pieces made and sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eIn 2004, Journe began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold, having developed the brand sufficiently to further the manufacturing process. Interestingly, it is François-Paul Journe's earliest brass-movement pieces which command more interest from collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe quintessential design\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe design of the Tourbillon Souverain, building on Journe’s earliest prototypes, has come to define the visual aesthetic of all tourbillons from the manufacture to this very day. The combination of a platinum case and lightly textured white gold dial, though not the first, is perhaps the most paired-back configuration of Journe's designs. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis aesthetic was honed by Journe during the creation of the prototypes building up to the Tourbillon Souverain, which had the sub-dials screwed directly onto the base plate of the movement, made of traditional gold-plated brass.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe white gold dial is lightly textured and displays a separate silver guilloché dial for the hours and minutes. The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the tourbillon (Latin for ‘Invented and Made’ or more literally 'Designed and built by F.P. Journe') in classic F.P. Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. At 12 o’clock, a power reserve indicator of 42 hours is displayed. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe one-second Remontoir d'egalité system is displayed in one of two large apertures on the dial side, providing constant force to the escapement, acting as a transmission and balancing system for the transfer of power between the mainspring and the escapement. The watch is housed in a 38mm platinum case, integrating F.P. Journe’s signature 'flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1498 tourbillon movement is rhodium-plated brass, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 25 jewels and a shock-absorber mechanism. It further features a straight-line lever escapement, and monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, adjusted to 5 positions. It includes a self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring. The movement is engraved 'Chronometre A Tourbillon' and 'Remontoir d'egalité'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Tourbillon Sourverain comes on one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" title=\"Our Zürich taupe grained leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZürich\u003c\/a\u003e taupe grained leather straps (measuring 20 x 19mm), along with an F.P. Journe alligator strap and the original platinum tang buckle. This watch comes with a complimentary service through F.P Journe Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewings are suspended for the time being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eTourbillon Souverain - 01T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical manual-winding Cal. 1498\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003etourbillon, hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds, \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003epower reserve display, brass-movement, display back, blue steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" title=\"See our 20x19mm Zürich strap in taupe grained leather\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Zürich strap\u003c\/a\u003e, F. P Journe alligator strap \u0026amp; platinum buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eManufactured in circa 2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e - \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Tourbillon Souverain is in very good condition overall, with marks visible on the case throughout, consistent with wear over time (most visible on the bezel, especially at 2 and 4 o'clock). The case remains in unpolished condition, with deep engravings and hallmarks on the back. The dial is also well preserved, with no noticeable signs of oxidation throughout. Though the movement is keeping good time, the watch is offered with a complimentary service with F.P. Journe in Paris. It also comes with a lifetime guarantee of authenticity from A Collected Man.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39296295764051,"sku":"CJDPT_F","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Tourbillon_brass_movement_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London6_2.jpg?v=1778497123"},{"product_id":"chronometre-souverain-38mm-platinum-clous-de-paris","title":"Chronomètre Souverain | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain is one of the earlier examples produced by the watchmaker, housed within a 38mm case. It pairs Journe's first design with the brand's most classically sized case diameter, with both since no longer in production . \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Chronomètre Souverain\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the brand's most pared back pieces, this precision chronometer is inspired by the marine chronometers of the early 20th century. The \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain speaks to Journe's long-standing commitment to accuracy and restrained design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Pierre Halimi, the current General Manager for the brand in North America, Journe wanted the Chronomètre Souverain to be the very first watch he would launch in 1999, after establishing his eponymous brand. However, he was shrewd enough to realise that he needed to prove his worth as a watchmaker, before he could pursue a passion project such as this. A few years later, having cemented his reputation, the Chronomètre Souverain became a reality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2005, the Chronomètre Souverain won the Favourite Men’s Watch award at the GPHG, or Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, the most prestigious award ceremony in the watch industry. Since then, it has established itself as one of the brand's most popular models, with only a handful of limited pieces being produced, alongside a small number of custom requests from existing clients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver dial features a Clous de Paris pattern in the centre, while the outer track holds the embossed decorative Arabic numerals. The signature F.P. Journe style hands are blued, forming an excellent contrast against the silver tones of the dial. Between 7 and 8 o’clock, is a subsidiary seconds, with a power-reserve indicator at 3 o'clock, showing 56 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting aspect of this timepiece lies in the power reserve, as when winding, instead of the indicator heading from 0 to 56, it goes the other way, towards 0. This was a deliberate choice from François-Paul Journe who borrowed the feature from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator on this Chronomètre Souverain is not meant to tell you how many hours there are left, but instead how many hours have elapsed since you wound the watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive dial is combined with a 38mm F.P. Journe case in platinum, with the case size since no longer in available in standard production. With all the original F.P. Journe models, from the Tourbillon Souverain to the Chronomètre à Résonance, having first been released in this size, it holds a special place in the brand's history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this piece is undeniably attractive, it is the movement that F.P. Journe is famed for. Part of the manual-winding \u003ca title=\"View the manual-winding Journe Souverain collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe-souverain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouverain collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it captures the spirit of independent haute horlogerie at its finest, with the in-house calibre 1304 being made entirely of 18k rose gold. Visible through the sapphire caseback, the movement has two mainspring barrels in parallel, which work together, powering the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost impressively, is the chronometric balance fitted into the movement, which helps to provide the accuracy that F.P. Journe has based his watchmaking around. The watchmaker himself explains it as such, \"chronometry was invented by the 18th century English and French watchmakers, when their respective governments organised a competition that would reward the first watchmaker capable of making a timekeeper that could be carried on board a ship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand finishing is expertly conducted, mixing a combination of circular graining with sunburst and wave patterns. All screw heads are polished and all edges neatly chamfered with a Côte de Genève motif on the bridges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain comes with its original F.P. Journe boxes and guarantee card. It comes fitted to one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" title=\"See our Zürich straps in 20 x 19mm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZürich\u003c\/a\u003e straps with curved-ends, and includes the original F.P. Journe alligator strap and platinum pin buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003emechanical manual-winding in-house Calibre 1304\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\npower reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nClous de Paris dial, display-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e38 mm platinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003esapphire front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/zurich-20x19\" title=\"Our taupe grained Zürich leather straps with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZürich\u003c\/a\u003e strap, F.P. Journe alligator strap, F.P. Journe platinum pin buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 20 by 19mm curved straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/size-20-x-19\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20\/19mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eF.P. Journe outer box, inner box, booklet, guarantee card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis platinum 38mm Chronomètre Souverain is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The case shows light surface wear, though is free of any deeper imperfections. The most noticeable marks are on the bezel at 12, 3 and 5 o'clock. It comes with its original F.P. Journe box and guarantee card. The watch was fully serviced by F.P. Journe in 2017, though no servicing paperwork is included. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. 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