{"title":"Traveller","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"laurent-ferrier-prototype-galet-traveller-lcf007ac-micro-rotor","title":"Galet Traveller Prototype LCF 007-AC | No. 1 | Steel","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGalet Traveller Prototype No.1 - LCF 007-AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eautomatic Cal. LF 230.01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e41\u003c\/span\u003e mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edomed sapphire, front and back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBracelet\/strap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebrown Laurent Ferrier alligator strap with a white gold Laurent Ferrier deployant buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eDate, GMT, Chronometer, 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\"\u003eUnique piece, Display Back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e30 metres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind, steel Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller. It was created as a prototype for the new line, as indicated by the movement number, P01. In fact, the case also bears the first serial number, B007-P01 and served to house the newly developed in-house caliber LF 230.01, while it was tested on the wrist. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement has been upgraded with the latest improvements, to match the final production design, ensuring reliability and accuracy. This rare prototype watch is in excellent condition, has \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/interview-laurent-ferrier\" title=\"Read our interview with Laurent Ferrier in our Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/a\u003e's exceptional precision, being certified as a chronometer by the Observatoire de Besançon, and is guaranteed for authenticity. It comes as a full set, in its original box, with the certificate from Laurent Ferrier included with it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe slate grey dial is made of solid silver, with the centre having a subtle vertical satin-brushed finish and is surrounded by the circular motif of the minute track register. The streamlined, applied teardrop hour-markers, the “assegai-shaped” hour and minute hands and the counterpoised baton seconds hand, are made of 18-carat white gold, all characteristic of Laurent Ferrier's classic fluid forms. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese free-flowing lines are only interrupted by the date aperture at three o'clock, the sub-seconds register at six o'clock, and the 24-hour home-time window at nine o'clock. The latter is not linked to the date function, making it a sensible take on what a GMT should do, referencing the home-time only, but not the date. Consequently, it is the central hands that show the local time, and these can be incrementally adjusted in both directions. This allows for the smooth and easy transition between time zones, a rare quality even amongst traveller watches. The combination of a clean design and this ease-of-adjustment, makes this unique Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller both easily readable and easily handled. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch has a round case that is exceptionally, made of stainless steel. At the time of manufacture, Laurent Ferrier did not manufacture any watches in stainless steel, unless they were specially-commissioned pièces uniques. As this test-watch was never intended for sale, there was no need to make the case out of anything other than steel. It measures 41 mm and features two pushers at eight and ten o'clock, to change the central hands. The bottom one sets the time backwards and the upper one forwards, and thanks to small notches, they can be comfortably adjusted. This Galet Traveller has a ball-shaped crown and elegantly flowing lugs, distinctly in the Laurent Ferrier style. The watch comes on a brown Laurent Ferrier alligator strap with an 18-carat white gold deployant buckle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike the front, the case-back is covered by a sapphire crystal, to reveal the engraved \"PROTOTYPE No 01\" movement. The three bridges, bearing the Genevan striped motif, allow for a great view of the stunning calibre. The self-winding movement is controlled by Laurent Ferrier's unidirectional, shock-absorbing, oscillating, micro- rotor, guaranteeing a chronometer's precision and longevity. Its off-centre position immediately captures the viewer's attention, with its beautiful 18-carat gold guilloché finishing set against the backdrop of the circular grain of the main-plate. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo allow for the dual-time function, the calibre LF 230.01 took two years to design. It has 80 hours of power reserve when fully wound. Though the bridge is engraved with \"THIRTY-FIVE (35) JEWELS\", it is actually a 44-jewel automatic movement. The inconsistency arises from the fact that watch was created during the testing phase, but subsequently upgraded to a higher jewel count. The watch beats at a rate of 21,600 A\/h and has a depth rating of 30 metres. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrototypes are almost never put on the market by manufacturers, with most staying in the brands' museums and collections. With so few Laurent Ferrier watches leaving this Atelier d'Horlogerie, this is an extremely rare opportunity to acquire such a timepiece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt comes with an A3 landscape graphite drawing of the watch and its movement, which took 57 hours to complete, and was created by our very talented in-house illustrator \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.maxresnickdesign.com\/\" title=\"Max Resnick illustrator and watch designer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMax Resnick\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For more information about this unique timepiece, go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.hodinkee.com\/articles\/the-very-first-laurent-ferrier-galet-travellers-ever-made-for-sale-a-true-prototype-in-steel\" title=\"Click here to read Ben Clymer's article on this Laurent Ferrier\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHODINKEE\u003c\/a\u003e and visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/watchxchange.london\/blogs\/watch-life\/85293763-prototype-laurent-ferrier-galet-traveller-piece-unique\" title=\"Click here to read our editor's article on this prototype\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWATCH LIFE\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2011 - 2013 (prototype)\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 Laurent Ferrier box \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePaperwork:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal paperwork from Laurent Ferrier\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£50,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Laurent Ferrier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14241655875,"sku":"CON OM SS L","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Laurent-Ferrier-Galet-Traveller-LCF007-AC-prototype-steel-watch-for-sale-WATCHXCHANGE-London16_38d2eced-ca80-4951-8fc5-dd2c50672dcb.jpg?v=1641313158"},{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-tiffany-dial-16750-steel-watch","title":"GMT Master 16750 | Tiffany dial | Steel","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eRolex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGMT Master with Tiffany dial - 16750\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eautomatic Cal. 3075\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e38 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eplexiglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBracelet\/strap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel Rolex bracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eDate, GMT, Chronometer, Hours, Minutes, Center Seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eRotating Bezel, Screw-Down Crown, Luminescence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis vintage, stainless steel Rolex GMT Master (ref. 16750 - Cal. 3075) watch has a rare \"Tiffany dial\". The watch is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. This fantastic Rolex is from 1984 and is guaranteed for authenticity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis great GMT Master is one of the rare types, double-signed by Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. While Rolex co-branded with several companies, the relationship with Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. was by far the most well-known and prolific - and the resulting watches are by far the most coveted ones. The reason is partly due to the fact that while Patek Philippe continues their relationship with the American retailer (in fact it is the only one they ever had), Rolex stopped to co-sign, as well as to sell their watches in their store in the early 1990s. As a direct consequence, the \"Tiffany dials\" became ever-more collectable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe stainless steel, round case measures 38 mm and it comes on a stainless steel Rolex bracelet with a deployant clasp. The four line, black dial features \"TIFFANY \u0026amp; CO.\" and tritium index markers and baton inserts. Together with the original, red and blue, rotating \"Pepsi\" bezel, the watch is an iconic piece of the GMT-Master line. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis GMT Master is powered by the 3075 27-jewel automatic movement, beating at a rate of 28,800 A\/h. As a vintage watch, we cannot warranty its current water resistance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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\"\u003e1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003evintage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e12 months limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBox:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePaperwork:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eN\/A\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£12,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17656323203,"sku":"CON SG SS R203","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/buy-Rolex-GMT-Master-with-Tiffany-dial-16750-automatic-steel-preowned-authentic-luxury-watch-for-sale-at-WATCH-XCHANGE-London17_3e23f92c-a4fb-4a19-aa40-34f2eb6c0b7c.jpg?v=1635939672"},{"product_id":"buy-patek-philipe-worldtimer-5575g-moonphase-watch","title":"World Timer Moonphase 5575G | 175th Anniversary | White Gold","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWorld Timer Moonphase Ref. 5575G\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eAutomatic Cal.\u003cspan\u003e240 HU LU\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ewhite gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e39.8 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 material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePatek Philippe Black Crocodile Strap with white-gold deployant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWorldtimer, Lunar Calendar, Hours, Minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e175th Anniversary Edition Engraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis stunning, limited edition 18k white gold Patek Philippe World Time Moon Ref. 5575G is in mint condition and comes as a full set, with box, papers, commemorative medal and setting stylus. This watch was released In celebration of Patek Philippe’s 175th anniversary, and is limited to 1300 pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe world time watch has long been a favourite for collectors due to both its functionality and beauty. This piece is particularly special as it is the first time that Patek Philippe has combined a world time complication with a moonphase.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTelling the timezone of 24 cities of the world simultaneously, the 5575G is incredibly useful. The multi-part dial is made up of two peripheral rotating scales, with the outer scale denoting the respective city, and the inner scale denoting the 24 timezones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe time that stands at twelve o’clock is the local time, with the cities to the East on the right, and the cities to the West on the left. The local timezone can be easily changed by the pusher at ten o’clock. When the pusher is pressed, three things happen simultaneously: the hour hand advances by one hour, while the city and twenty-four-hour disks move counter-clockwise by one time zone. If the hands previously indicated 10:15 as the local time for London, they now display 11:15 for Geneva.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eOrdinarily, the dial would have a guilloche center, but this celebration piece features a photo-realistic moonphase, set on a starry background. The moon is an artistic feat, being composed of two, extremely thin, superposed glass disks with fine greyish white gradations, to produce the craters. The moonphase follows the lunar cycle, and is accurate for 122 years before it has to be adjusted by one day.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe case sized at 39.8mm features bold turned lugs, and it is in the quintessentially Patek ‘Calatrava’ shape. The hands, new to Patek Philippe, are distinctive in their shape, especially the hour hand inspired by the Southern Cross constellation, and in keeping with the overall theme of the watch. Interestingly, as a commemoration to the watchmaking of Patek Philippe, the timezone usually occupied by Paris has been replace with Geneva. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowered by the ultra thin self-winding Calibre 240 HU LU, this movement was exclusively designed to combine the moonphase and worldtime complications. It has a 22k gold micro rotor, and the overall movement is composed of 270 different parts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with all modern Patek Philippe watches, it has the Patek Philippe Seal, guaranteeing its accuracy to -3 and +2 seconds daily, keeping time better than the industry benchmark chronometer grade movements. The movement is beautifully finished, with exquisite chamfering on all angles.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on a specially made anniversary Patek Philippe deployant clasp in matching 18k white gold, features the manufacture's Calatrava stamp and is engraved ‘1839-2014’. The watch further comes with a solid caseback with the same engraving.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2015\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\"\u003e24 months full \u0026amp; Manufacturer's warranty\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£70,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21433901507,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/buy-Patek-Philippe-Wordtime-Moonphase-5575G-white-gold-rare-anniversary-watch-for-sale-online-WATCH-XCHANGE-LONDON8_f70095fb-8c9e-4d29-9fb6-2bad76c2f9bc.jpg?v=1643628558"},{"product_id":"buy-mbf-voutilainen-mojon-lm1-watch","title":"Legacy Machine No. 1 | LM1 | Rose Gold","description":"This rare, manual winding rose gold MB\u0026amp;F Legacy Machine No.1 is in mint condition and comes as a full-set, with box and papers. This watch is the result of a collaboration between MB\u0026amp;F, the famed watchmaker Kari Voutilainen and Jean François Mojon. The latter's creative watchmaking company, Chronode, was responsible for the development of the Legacy Machine No.1’s movement.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe goal of the Legacy Machine No.1 was to create a tribute to the fine and antique watchmaking of the past, and combine it with the forward-looking spirit of MB\u0026amp;F. The nod to the past was largely achieved through the classical round case of the watch, sized at 44mm, and the finishing of the movement. The engravings, Geneva waves and the internal bevelled and polished angles all highlight the skilled handcraft of traditional watchmaking. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat being said, the design of the forward-thinking nature of MB\u0026amp;F is apparent, most notably through the central balance wheel that has been placed in the front of the watch, floating above the movement and the dials. The very large, bespoke, 14 mm balance wheel, with four traditional regulating screws is striking, separating itself from the manual-winding, single mainspring barrel movement beneath. The unique architecture of the Legacy Machine No.1 is further emphasised through the high-domed sapphire crystal that has been coated with anti-reflective material, creating a very real presence on the wrist. Compounding to this, there is an innovative, three-dimensional linear power reserve indicator at 6 o’clock. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Legacy Machine No.1 features a dual-time zone complication. The two are completely independent of each another, with two dials and independent setting crowns at 4 and 8 o’clock, making it a highly usable travel watch. Many travel watches or world timers cannot take into account half-hour time zones for countries like India and parts of Australia, but with the independent times on the two dials, the Legacy Machine No.1 is able to. This MB\u0026amp;F has highly contrasted blued gold hands. that allows for maximum legibility when reading the time. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch has a power reserve of 45 hours and comes on its original brown faded alligator strap, with matching red gold tang buckle. \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\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMB\u0026amp;F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLegacy Machine 1 - 20.DRRTL.R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMechanical \u003cspan\u003emanual-winding - Sowind base\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\"\u003eTime-only: dual time-zone hours and minutes, power reserve display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eDisplay Back, 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\"\u003e44 mm \u003cspan\u003e18-carat rose gold\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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBrown stitched alligator strap with rose gold tang buckle\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 - original box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"MB\u0026F","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23315098115,"sku":"CDSRG M394","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/buy-MBF-LM1-Legacy-Machine-1-rose-gold-rare-independent-traveller-watch-for-sale-online-WATCH-XCHANGE-London1_868ba0c8-1eb7-4b4f-a17d-6727390330ce.jpg?v=1635940159"},{"product_id":"buy-patek-philippe-aquanaut-travel-time-5164a","title":"Aquanaut 5164A-001 | Travel Time | Steel","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eAquanaut 'Travel-time' - 5164A-001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\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=\"213\"\u003eBracelet\/strap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePatek Philippe 'Tropical' composite strap with fold-over clasp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eDate, GMT, Day\/Night indicators, Hours, Minutes, Center-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eScrew-down crown, display back, luminescence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e120 metres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis self-winding, stainless steel Patek Philippe Aquanaut ‘Travel Time’ Ref. 5164A from 2014 is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes as a full set with box and papers.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time was first released in 2012 and was the first Aquanaut to house a complication. It features a second time zone function, executed through the hollow hour hand and two apertures at 3 and 9 o’clock. It is perhaps one of the easiest dual time zone watches to use, as the pushers on the left side of the watch are used to set the GMT hour hand independently. The two apertures on either side are used to differentiate night and day for both local, and home time. Furthermore, there is a date function at 6 o’clock that follows the home time. When not travelling, the second time zone hand sits underneath the main hour hand, allowing for an incredibly functional watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSized at 40.8mm, the watch is perfectly proportioned on the wrist. It has the classic Aquanaut brushed bezel, contrasting with its polished bevelled edges, and shows the high level of finishing on this piece. The black grey dial is embossed with gold applied numerals and luminescent hour markers. The inside of the date function at 6 o’clock is embossed with a globe pattern, giving further indication that it is a watch made for travelling.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time is powered by the self-winding calibre 324 S C F US. This is essentially a calibre 324 S C, commonly seen in the time-only Aquanaut model and its larger sibling, the 5711 Nautilus, but with a travel-time module built atop. In total, the movement has 294 parts, 29 jewels and a power reserve of 45 hours. It is water resistant to 120m and features a screw-down crown. This watch comes on its original ‘Tropical’ Patek Philippe rubber strap, which is the name given to their composite rubber used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo note are the very slight surface scratches on the bezel and deployant.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged by appointment in Central London.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2014\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 Patek Philippe 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 from Patek Philippe\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£20,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23640051075,"sku":"CDSSS P265","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/buy-Patek-Philippe-Aquanaut-5164A-steel-pre-owned-traveller-watch-box-papers-for-sale-WATCH-XCHANGE-London13_c04aa15e-1252-48c8-a702-91f737fb4afd.jpg?v=1643629241"},{"product_id":"buy-vintage-rolex-gmt-master-1675-steel-watch","title":"GMT Master 1675 | Steel","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eRolex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGMT Master - ref. 1675\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCase size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e38 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eplexiglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBracelet\/strap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel Rolex 78360 bracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eTime-only: Date, GMT, Chronometer, Hours, Minutes, Center Seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eRotating Bezel, Screw-Down Crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis vintage, stainless steel Rolex GMT Master \"Pepsi\" bezel (ref. 1675) watch from 1970s is a beautiful, complete example of this now iconic Rolex sports watch. The watch has a wonderful original matt black dial with nicely aged Tritium hour markers. The original hands show the correct patina and colour for a watch from this period. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Oyster case is very full and well-proportioned with, of course, the classic slightly faded blue and red bezel which gives this model its Pepsi moniker. The original Rolex Oyster bracelet Ref. 78360 is fitted with correctly numbered 580 end pieces. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with any collectable item, the completeness of the package will always enhance the future value. This watch retains its original inner and outer boxes, but most importantly has its original punched paperwork; further attached to the paperwork is the case back 1675 sticker. The original plastic wallet is correctly numbered, and contains the translation booklet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rolex GMT Master was first introduced in the early 1950s. The watch went through various changes before the Ref 1675 became the classic GMT model in early 1960. This watch was in production until 1981, when it was replaced with Ref 16750, which had an upgraded movement. As with any design, there is a “sweet spot”; this watch hits that perfectly. The matt dial, plexi-glass and lightly faded bezel gives this example the vintage feel which is so desirable in today’s demanding market place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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\"\u003eProduced 1977 Sold Aug 1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003evintage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e12 months limited\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£12,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28560832963,"sku":"WSS R281","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/buy_vintage_Rolex_GMT_Master_1675_steel_watch_box_papers_from_WATCH_XCHANGE_London1_6f917783-fe76-423a-a328-e01294fc6b77.jpg?v=1635939642"},{"product_id":"buy-patek-philippe-nautilus-5990-steel-watch","title":"Nautilus 5990\/1A-001 | Travel Time Chronograph | Steel","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is the latest edition to the Nautilus family from Patek Philippe. This steel watch gives the perfect balance between utilitarian function and elegant design. The original Nautilus design now incorporates a chronograph coupled with the very useful travel time feature; this feature enables rapid reading and resetting of both home and local time zones. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe automatic movement is visible through the sapphire crystal back. It is fitted with a degraded black ribbed dial in the classic Nautilus style.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe watch is complete with all correct boxes and paperwork, including Certificate of Origin and instructions, as one would receive with a brand new watch.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe original Nautilus was designed by Gerald Genta in the mid 1970s to compete directly with Audemars Piguets’ Royal Oak (which of course he also designed). This was a time of great change within the watch industry where the concept of a luxury watch in steel was a truly revolutionary idea. These Nautilus watches from the 1970s and 1980s are now cherished by collectors and command very high prices in the vintage market.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis year being the 40th anniversary of the launch of the Nautilus means there is huge interest in this now iconic design. The complex case and movement of these watches means that production is necessarily limited and demand always exceeds supply.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\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\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eChronograph Nautilus - Ref. 5990\/1A-001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eautomatic Cal. CH 28-520 C FUS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edate, dualtime-zone, day\/night indicators, chronograph, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003escrew-down crown, display back, luminescence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e40.5 mm 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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel with Nautilus hidden fold-over bracelet\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\"\u003eoriginal box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nAlthough from 2016, there are very small signs of wear, such as on the bezel (as visible in photos) and light micro-scratches to the bracelet, consistent with normal wear. Overall the watch is in excellent condition.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29412372867,"sku":"WSS P298","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/buy_Patek_Philippe_Nautilus_Travel-Time_Chronograph_5990_steel_watch_from_WATCH_XCHANGE_London3_5a5d44d9-0e96-4f93-8583-4c1a96adabb5.jpg?v=1643629274"},{"product_id":"buy-patek-philippe-5524g-travel-watch","title":"Calatrava 5524G-001 | Pilot Travel Time | White Gold","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePatek Patek revealed the Calatrava Pilot Travel Time in 2015. The utilitarian, casual feel, and bold features makes it both contemporary while paying a well-deserved tribute to the fantastic history of aviation watches. The genius of the design comes from combining the aviator-style features with a dual time zone mechanism, making the watch an excellent travel companion for the modern globetrotter.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dial has a rich, textured, dark blue hue, and features white gold Arabic numerals, filled with Superluminova. A clear nod to the utilitarian needs of aviator watches, with legibility being a key issue, especially in darkness. Steel blue hands were often used for the same reason, to give the hands marked contrast against the dial. The 5524 uses this for the local time, also filled with Superluminova, while the home time is shown with a white skeleton hand. The date, adjustable by hand, is placed at 6 o'clock, and takes the form of a sub-register (with a white gold hand) while day\/night indicators are featured through apertures for both the local and home time zones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe case has a diameter of 42 mm, giving it a large, yet comfortable, presence on the wrist. The pushers on the left have a safety-lock, to prevent accidental adjustment of the time. It also features a sapphire case-back, revealing the high finishing of the movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe movement, with a total of 294 parts, has a power reserve of a maximum 45 hours with 29 working jewels. The Calibre 324 S C FUS movement is automatically-wound by the visible, full-sized gold rotor weight. The movement features the very latest advancements in haute-horology, including the Spiromax spring and Gyromax balance made of Silinvar, as well as the iconic Patek seal, meaning the watch's regulation to -3\/+2 seconds per day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch comes with a Patek Philippe vintage brown calf leather strap, as well as its original strap, on a white gold tang buckle. The is a full set, complete with the Certificate of Origin, dated April 2016, the box with accessories, pusher, swing tickets and all instruction booklets. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eCalatrava Pilot Travel Time Ref. 5524G-001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic - Calibre 324 S C FUS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edual time zone, day\/night indicators, date (local), hours, minutes, center-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, luminescence, blue hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e42 mm white 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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebrand new as well as original (extra) vintage brown calf leather Patek Philippe strap, with clevis prong buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eApril 2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis Patek Philippe Complication Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G-001 watch is in mint condition and was purchased new in April 2016. It comes with the remainder of the manufacturer's five year warranty as well as two year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32095000835,"sku":"CDSGG P393","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_5524G_001_Pilots_preowned_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London_1_1_c96593b9-4b35-44e2-8c34-27b47138906a.jpg?v=1643626998"},{"product_id":"buy-patek-philippe-worldtimer-5110g-watch","title":"World Timer 5110G-001 | White Gold","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis stunning, 18k white gold Patek Philippe ‘World Time’ Ref. 5110G-001 from 2004 is in mint condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It comes with service box, original papers and has been recently serviced.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe world time function has been a complication particularly favoured by collectors. This piece is particularly attractive, excellently proportioned at 37mm in diameter with a subtle, yet intricate guilloché pattern on the inner dial.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAllowing the owner to quickly identify the time zone of 24 different world cities simultaneously, the 5110G is incredibly useful. The multi-faceted dial is made up of two peripheral rotating discs, with the outer disc identifying the city, and the inner disc denoting the respective time-zone.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe time shown at twelve o’clock is local time, with the cities to the East on the right, and the cities to the West on the left. The local time-zone can be easily changed by the pusher at ten o’clock. When the pusher is pressed, three things happen simultaneously: the hour hand advances by one hour, while the city and twenty-four-hour disks move counter-clockwise by one time zone. If the hands previously indicated 10:15 as the local time for London, they now display 11:15 for Geneva.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe case sized at 37mm features smooth straight lugs, and it is quintessentially ‘Calatrava-esque’ in its shape. The hands, new at the time to Patek Philippe, are distinctive in their lozenge-shaped contour and compliment the applied inner hour baton markers perfectly. The centre of the dial features a beautiful hand-guilloché pattern, inspired by Patek Philippe’s past mastery of pocket watches. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003ePowered by the ultra-thin calibre 240HU (‘Heure Universelle’), this self-winding movement features an elegant 22K gold micro-rotor, allowing a height below 3.9mm; despite the multiple time zone mechanism, placed dial-side on top of the movement. The movement a spiromax balance spring made of silicon-based silinvar, working in conjunction with a Gyromax balance wheel. The 240HU calibre movement is beautifully finished, with finely applied Geneva stripes, perlage and anglage, and exquisite chamfering on all angles; this exceptional movement assembly revealed by the inclusion of a sapphire display case-back.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on a navy blue Patek Philippe alligator strap with lightly contrasting blue stitching, along with its original Patek Philippe deployant clasp in 18k white gold, matching the case.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\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\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWorld Timer Ref. 5110G-001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eautomatic cal. 240 HU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eworld timer, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eguilloche dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e37 mm white gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003esapphire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatek Philippe dark blue alligator strap with white-gold deployant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eservice box and papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nAlthough from 2004, the watch has been recently serviced. Overall the watch is in immaculate condition.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40106094979,"sku":"CSGWG P344","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/PatekPhilippe_Worldtime_5110G_37mm_WhiteGold_ACollectedMan_1_87874ae9-9e2b-4897-bd5a-def6b3cc2fe3.jpg?v=1643628220"},{"product_id":"buy-vintage-rolex-gmt-16750-watch","title":"GMT-Master 16750 | Steel","description":"This vintage, steel Rolex GMT-Master (ref. 16750), from the early 1980s represents a distinct class of travellers' watches. It has its original, matte black dial with beautifully aged tritium hour markers. It also has its original, iconic “Pepsi” bezel. \n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Rolex GMT-Master ref. 16750 debuted in 1981, following the success of Rolex’s longer-running production reference GMT, the 1675. Considered a transitional reference, the GMT-Master 16750 was in production for less than a decade, before manufacturing ceased around 1988. This particular case dates to 1981 (serial 675XXXX); an early example of a rare watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e During its eight years of production, the Rolex GMT-Master 16750 had two distinct dial variations. The first generation, displayed a matte black dial with tritium hour markers (much like the reference 1675). These o\u003cspan\u003eriginal matte dials were frequently replaced with later gloss dials when sent for servicing, making matte dials that much rarer. Interestingly, one characteristic that the matte 16750s share is an exceptionally tall, elongated coronet. \u003c\/span\u003e The later, second variation incorporated a glossy black dial with the indexes surrounded by white gold, typically associated with modern iterations of the Rolex GMT. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dial is in exceptionally good condition, has a matte black finish with classic 'ROLEX’ and ‘OYSTER PERPETUAL - GMT-MASTER' text referenced on it. Further to this, the tritium hour markers and GMT baton handset have aged to a beautiful yellow patina. It also has its Rolex crown and comes equipped with its original Rolex Oyster bracelet and clasp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Inside the watch, it houses Rolex’s calibre 3075 ‘Officially Certified Superlative Chronometer’ grade automatic movement. The bi-directional winding mechanism features a lever escapement, 27 jewels, Breguet hairspring and KIF shock-absorber, beating at a rate of 28,800 A\/h. The calibre 3075 additionally features a GMT function (dual time zone) and quickset date feature; the latter making its GMT debut in the 16750, adding a significant improvement in convenience over the reference 1675. The 16750 also has an increased depth rating of 100 meters water resistance, up from 50m on the 1675. The two references share a unique symmetry, but can be separately identified by the stack of their respective handsets; the 16750 placing the GMT above the hour hand, as opposed to being closest to the dial, as displayed on the 1675. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As with any design, there is a “sweet spot”; this watch hits that perfectly. The matt dial, plexi-glass and lightly faded bezel gives this example the vintage feel which is so desirable in today’s demanding market place.\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\"\u003eRolex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGMT Ref. 16750\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic Cal. 3075\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edate, GMT, hours, minutes, center seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003erotating Pepsi bezel, unrestored dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eplexiglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eRolex Oyster bracelet with Rolex folding clasp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e1981\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eRolex box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThe case is in excellent vintage condition and does not suffer from over polishing, as the lugs display clear beveling and bumps\/grazes (consistent with use). The watch retains its original Rolex crown. The original dial is in excellent condition, without fading on the white minute markers or the Rolex logo. The patina on the tritium index markers is intact and shows consistent patina, matching the handset well.","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41066818563,"sku":"WSS R361","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Rolex_GMT_GMTMaster_Steel_16750_Vintage_at_A_Collected_Man_5_a277bb71-4c79-4668-9cbe-afa4c73d2856.jpg?v=1635939420"},{"product_id":"3-world-timer-moonphase-5575g-175th-anniversary-white-gold","title":"World Timer Moonphase 5575G | 175th Anniversary | White Gold","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis stunning, limited edition 18k white gold Patek Philippe World Time Moon Ref. 5575G was released In celebration of Patek Philippe’s 175th anniversary, and is limited to 1300 pieces.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe world time watch has long been a favourite for collectors due to both its functionality and beauty. This piece is particularly special as it is the first time that Patek Philippe has combined a world time complication with a moonphase.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTelling the timezone of 24 cities of the world simultaneously, the 5575G is incredibly useful. The multi-part dial is made up of two peripheral rotating scales, with the outer scale denoting the respective city, and the inner scale denoting the 24 timezones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe time that stands at twelve o’clock is the local time, with the cities to the East on the right, and the cities to the West on the left. The local timezone can be easily changed by the pusher at ten o’clock. When the pusher is pressed, three things happen simultaneously: the hour hand advances by one hour, while the city and twenty-four-hour disks move counter-clockwise by one time zone. If the hands previously indicated 10:15 as the local time for London, they now display 11:15 for Geneva.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eOrdinarily, the dial would have a guilloche center, but this celebration piece features a photo-realistic moonphase, set on a starry background. The moon is an artistic feat, being composed of two, extremely thin, superposed glass disks with fine greyish white graduations, to produce the craters. The moonphase follows the lunar cycle, and is accurate for 122 years before it has to be adjusted by one day.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe case sized at 39.8mm features bold turned lugs, and it is in the quintessentially Patek ‘Calatrava’ shape. The hands, new to Patek Philippe, are distinctive in their shape, especially the hour hand inspired by the Southern Cross constellation, and in keeping with the overall theme of the watch. Interestingly, as a commemoration to the watchmaking of Patek Philippe, the timezone usually occupied by Paris has been replace with Geneva. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowered by the ultra thin self-winding Calibre 240 HU LU, this movement was exclusively designed to combine the moonphase and worldtime complications. It has a 22k gold micro rotor, and the overall movement is composed of 270 different parts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with all modern Patek Philippe watches, it has the Patek Philippe Seal, guaranteeing its accuracy to -3 and +2 seconds daily, keeping time better than the industry benchmark chronometer grade movements. The movement is beautifully finished, with exquisite chamfering on all angles.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on a specially made anniversary Patek Philippe deployant clasp in matching 18k white gold, features the manufacture's Calatrava stamp and is engraved ‘1839-2014’. The watch further comes with a solid caseback with the same engraving.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003c\/div\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;\"\u003ePatek Philippe\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;\"\u003eWorld Timer Moonphase Ref. 5575G\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 Automatic Cal. \u003cspan\u003e240 HU LU\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;\"\u003eWorldtimer, Lunar Calendar, 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;\"\u003e175th Anniversary Edition Engraving\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;\"\u003e39.8 mm white 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\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;\"\u003ePatek Philippe Black Crocodile Strap with white-gold deployant\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;\"\u003efull set 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 limited edition Patek Philippe is in mint condition and comes as a full set, with box, papers, commemorative medal and setting stylus.  It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42120896707,"sku":"CPBWG P380","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_Worldtimer_5575G_175_anniversary_watch_at_A_Collected_Man10_7403a7ad-e265-4d2d-a45f-ec19560c4a92.jpg?v=1643628302"},{"product_id":"f-p-journe-resonance-brass-movement-watch-sold","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | Brass Movement | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, early brass-movement platinum \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/interview-francois-paul-journe\" title=\"Read our interview with the independent watchmaker, F. P. Journe in The Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e ‘Chronomètre à Résonance’ watch is in mint condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. First introduced in 1999, the Chronomètre à Résonance was the second serial production watch by François-Paul Journe.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\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 around 2000 brass examples were produced, across all lines, and were manufactured exclusively between 2001 and 2004. Brass-movement F. P Journe pieces are highly-sought by collectors, owing to their rarity and unique place in the brand’s history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance movement is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly, “In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue. Whilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance 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 white gold dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The signature F.P. Journe style hands form a distinct contrast to the silver and grey dial. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499 movement is rhodium-plated brass, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronize the seconds’ hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earliest works of François-Paul Journe, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology. Housed in a 38 mm platinum case, this F.P. Journe ‘Chronomètre à Résonance’ is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/buy-fp-journe-chronometre-resonance-38mm-steel\" title=\"View 38 mm F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance with a gold movement\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eone of few pieces\u003c\/a\u003e that represent its original, inspired design – the classic 38 mm case, now no longer in production. Monsieur Journe’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 collectors as ‘the ones to buy’, with such effects continuing to impact auction results in a measurable fashion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes with an original black F. P Journe alligator strap, and a matching platinum tang buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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 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;\"\u003eResonance - 284-02R\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. 1499\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;\"\u003emultiple time zones, power-reserve, hours, minutes, sub-seconds, date\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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloche hours\/mins, 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 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, 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 alligator strap 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 style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCirca 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;\"\u003eN\/A\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 ‘Resonance’\u003c\/span\u003e Brass Movement, Platinum 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":42553682819,"sku":"CHLPL F373","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Resonance_Brass_Movement_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_2.jpg?v=1778575419"},{"product_id":"buy-vintage-rolex-gmt-1675-watch","title":"GMT-Master 1675 | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage, steel Rolex GMT-Master (ref. 1675), from the early 1970s represents a distinct class of traveller's watch. The reference '1675' debuted in 1959, following the success of the original GMT, the reference 6542. Remarkably, the reference '1675' GMT-Master was produced for 20 consecutive years, making it one of the longest manufacturing runs in Rolex's history.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GMT-Master was originally created for Pan American World Airways (commonly known as ‘Pan-Am’), who sought a highly-legible, accurate and functional wristwatch, to be used by pilots for long-haul flights. In the 1950’s and 60’s, especially in North America, there was a boom in both private and commercial aviation, as the development of civil aircraft continued to grow. With pilots flying longer and longer distances, the need for an intuitive timekeeping tool, capable of displaying multiple time zones, became a necessity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the typical hour, minutes and seconds handset, the ‘GMT’ complication was designed to allow for setting of a fourth hand, referred to as the ‘GMT’ hand, to the local time followed by adjustment of its rotatable 24-hour bezel, to a second time zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name ‘GMT’ derives from this functionality and abbreviates 'Greenwich Mean Time' - the time at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London. Also known as ‘Coordinated Universal Time’, it is the basis of the world-time clock and is universally used in aviation and weather forecasting, even today, against which all time zones across the world are referenced, as well as on the International Space Station. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis GMT-Master 1675, from 1971 (with serial number 338 XXXX), was one of the first to feature a hacking-seconds function, introduced to the reference in that year. The original dial is in exceptionally good condition, has a matte black finish with classic 'ROLEX’ and ‘OYSTER PERPETUAL - GMT-MASTER' text referenced on it. The creamy tritium hour markers and the GMT baton hand have aged to a beautiful patina, The watch also has its iconic “Pepsi” bezel, Rolex crown and it comes equipped with its original Rolex Oyster bracelet and clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the watch, it houses Rolex’s calibre 1575 bi-directional, self-winding movement. The mechanism features a lever escapement, 26 jewels, mono-metallic balance and a KIF shock-absorber, beating at a rate of 19,800 A\/h, with a power-reserve of 42 hours. Interestingly, some GMT-Master ‘1675’ examples display ‘1570’ engraved on the bridge of the calibre. The engraving ‘1570’, is a reference to base-calibre in which the ‘1575’ is derived from (the ‘5’, indicating the inclusion of a date function).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any design, there is a “sweet spot”; this watch hits that perfectly. The matt dial, plexi-glass and lightly faded bezel gives this example the vintage feel which is so desirable in today’s demanding market place.\u003c\/p\u003e\nViewings 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\"\u003eRolex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGMT Ref. 1675\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic Cal. 1575\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edate, GMT, hours, minutes, center seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003erotating Pepsi bezel, unrestored dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003estainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eplexiglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eRolex Oyster bracelet with Rolex folding clasp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e1981\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eRolex box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThe case is in excellent vintage condition and does not suffer from over polishing, as the lugs display clear beveling and bumps\/grazes (consistent with use). The watch retains its original Rolex crown. The original dial is in excellent condition, without fading on the minute markers or the Rolex logo. The patina on the tritium index markers is intact and shows consistency, matching the handset well. The bezel insert may or may not be a later service replacement (considering the strength of the colour).","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43223483011,"sku":"WSS R386","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Rolex_GMT_1675_steel_vintage_traveller_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London1_14f846d1-9540-44e9-889f-954ba38f0053.jpg?v=1635939126"},{"product_id":"galet-traveller-boreal-lf-230-02-steel","title":"Galet Traveller Boréal LF 230.02 | Luminous sector dial | steel","description":"Laurent Ferrier is a true independent manufacture, making a small number of watches a year, at a very high level. It is headed by Laurent Ferrier himself, who worked at Patek Philippe for 40 years, finishing as their creative director.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller was first shown at Baselworld in 2013, complementing the Galet Micro-Rotor collection with a modern reinterpretation of the classic travel watch. The Galet Traveller uses a natural escapement, much like the Galet Micro-Rotor, with a power reserve of 80 hours. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This model, the Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller Boréal with luminous sector dial, was released in early 2016. It comes in mint condition, as a full-set, with its original box and paperwork from the manufacture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Galet Traveller Boréal features a 41mm steel, bevel-free case, thin lugs and Laurent Ferrier’s signature onion-shaped crown and rounded bezel. The entire watch is polished and mirror finished, while the crown itself engraved with a pattern. Integrated on the left side of the case are two oblong push-buttons, which adjust the local time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The beige “sector dial” is inspired by timepieces from the late 1930s, with the beige Superluminova for the chapter ring, a vertical satin-brushed finish on the dial, “snail” small seconds sub-dial, and a fine, slate-grey minute track around the outer-edge. The arrow-shaped hour and minute hands are enhanced with Superluminova, with a baton-shaped seconds-hand at 6 o’clock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e These free-flowing lines are only interrupted by the date aperture at three o'clock, the sub-seconds register at six o'clock, and the 24-hour home-time window at nine o'clock. The latter is not linked to the date function, making it a sensible take on what a GMT should do, referencing the home-time only, but not the date. Consequently, it is the central hands that show the local time, and these can be incrementally adjusted in both directions. This intuitive system allows the Galet Traveller Boréal to be quickly and easily adjusted. On a flight from London to New York, five pushes of the lower button would set the watch to the exact local time upon landing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Like the front, the case-back is covered by a sapphire crystal, to reveal the movement. The three bridges, bearing the Genevan striped motif, allow for a good view of the stunning calibre. The self-winding movement is controlled by Laurent Ferrier's unidirectional, shock-absorbing, oscillating, micro-rotor, guaranteeing a chronometer's precision and longevity. The fan-shaped micro-rotor is made of solid gold and is suspended by a large bridge, together, intended to create the impression of a bird standing on one foot. Furthermore, it uses a pawl, allowing it to wind in a unidirectional manner, adding efficiency and reliability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImpressively, this Laurent Ferrier Galet Micro-Rotor utilises a double direct-impulse escapement, that improves the movement through its ability to use less power and maintain amplitude, achieved through the escape-lever being locked down between two escape wheels. Its excellent efficiency guarantees a high amplitude for the balance, operating at a frequency of 21,600 A\/h, with a depth rating of 30 metres. It took two years to create the fully-integrated, dual-timezone mechanism and date, the calibre LF 230.02.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe finishing of the movement is a major focus for the Galet Traveller, with contrasts established between the perlaged backdrop and the thick circular grained Geneva Stripes on the bridges. When viewed under a loupe, the incredibly precise finishing of the interior angles are shown, which are uniformly achieved through the use of a burin, and the handwork of the manufacture's skilled craftsmen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe timekeeping of the Galet Traveller \u003cspan\u003eBoréal\u003c\/span\u003e is impressive - it is chronometer-certified by the Besançon Observatory, outperforming its more commonly, COSC-approved peers. It has a power reserve of 80 hours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on its original cognac brown suede strap, and a matching steel tang buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London. A Collected Man is the recommended, pre-owned retailer for Laurent Ferrier.\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\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGalet Traveller Boréal with Luminous Sector Dial \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic Cal. LF 230.02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eDual-timezone: date, 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, l\u003cspan\u003euminous sector dial \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e41 mm 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\"\u003ecognac-brown Laurent Ferrier suede strap with Laurent Ferrier steel tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eJune 2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eOriginal box and papers from Laurent Ferrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis self-winding, limited edition Laurent Ferrier Galet Micro Rotor comes as a full set, with box and papers, and is guaranteed for authenticity. The watch is in mint condition.","brand":"Laurent Ferrier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4674203779103,"sku":"WSS L441","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Laurent_Ferrier_Galet_Traveller_Boreal_steel_watch_at_A_Collected_Man30_452838f2-dce8-4657-a496-bf22c79c019c.jpg?v=1641313286"},{"product_id":"laurent-ferrier-galet-traveller-lf23001-watch","title":"Galet Traveller LF 230.01 | Rare Extra Dial | Rose Gold","description":"Laurent Ferrier is a true independent manufacture, making a small number of watches a year, at a very high level. It is headed by Laurent Ferrier himself, who worked at Patek Philippe for 40 years, finishing as their creative director.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller was first shown at Baselworld in 2013, complementing the Galet Micro-Rotor collection with a modern reinterpretation of the classic travel watch. The Galet Traveller uses a natural escapement, much like the Galet Micro-Rotor, with a power reserve of 80 hours. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This model, has two dials. The one fitted to the watch, is an original prototype dial shown at Baselword 2013, with a lighter outer-track, that never went into production. This is confirmed by a 'Letter of Authenticity' from Laurent Ferrier, which accompanies the dial. The second dial, is from the standard collection. It comes in mint condition, as a full-set, with its original box and paperwork from the manufacture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Galet Traveller features a 41mm rose-gold, bevel-free case, thin lugs and Laurent Ferrier’s signature onion-shaped crown and rounded bezel. The entire watch is polished and mirror finished, while the crown itself engraved with a pattern. Integrated on the left side of the case are two oblong push-buttons, which adjust the local time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The slate-grey dial, with rose-gold, applied index-markers, seems inspired by classic Patek Philippe references from the 1940s and 50s. It has a satin-brushed finish on parts of the dial, a “sector” small-seconds sub-dial, and a fine, railway minute track around the outer-edge. The arrow-shaped hour and minute hands are enhanced with Superluminova, with a baton-shaped seconds-hand at 6 o’clock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e These free-flowing lines are only interrupted by the date aperture at three o'clock, the sub-seconds register at six o'clock, and the 24-hour home-time window at nine o'clock. The latter is not linked to the date function, making it a sensible take on what a GMT should do, referencing the home-time only, but not the date. Consequently, it is the central hands that show the local time, and these can be incrementally adjusted in both directions. This intuitive system allows the Galet Traveller to be quickly and easily adjusted. On a flight from London to New York, five pushes of the lower button would set the watch to the exact local time upon landing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Like the front, the case-back is covered by a sapphire crystal, to reveal the movement. The three bridges, bearing the Genevan striped motif, allow for a good view of the stunning calibre. The self-winding movement is controlled by Laurent Ferrier's unidirectional, shock-absorbing, oscillating, micro-rotor, guaranteeing a chronometer's precision and longevity. The fan-shaped micro-rotor is made of solid gold and is suspended by a large bridge, together, intended to create the impression of a bird standing on one foot. Furthermore, it uses a pawl, allowing it to wind in a unidirectional manner, adding efficiency and reliability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImpressively, this Laurent Ferrier Galet Micro-Rotor utilises a double direct-impulse escapement, that improves the movement through its ability to use less power and maintain amplitude, achieved through the escape-lever being locked down between two escape wheels. Its excellent efficiency guarantees a high amplitude for the balance, operating at a frequency of 21,600 A\/h, with a depth rating of 30 metres. It took two years to create the fully-integrated, dual-timezone mechanism and date, the calibre LF 230.01.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe finishing of the movement is a major focus for the Galet Traveller, with contrasts established between the perlaged backdrop and the thick circular grained Geneva Stripes on the bridges. When viewed under a loupe, the incredibly precise finishing of the interior angles are shown, which are uniformly achieved through the use of a burin, and the handwork of the manufacture's skilled craftsmen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe timekeeping of the Galet Traveller is impressive - chronometer-certified by the Besançon Observatory, outperforming its more commonly, COSC-approved peers. It has a power reserve of 80 hours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on its original brown alligator strap, and a matching rose-gold tang buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London. A Collected Man is the recommended, pre-owned retailer for Laurent Ferrier.\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\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGalet Traveller with rare additional dial \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eMechanical Automatic Cal. LF 230.01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eDual-timezone: date, 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, extra dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e41 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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eBrown Laurent Ferrieralligator strap with Laurent Ferrier rose-gold tang buckle\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\"\u003eOriginal box and papers from Laurent Ferrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis self-winding, limited edition Laurent Ferrier Galet Micro Rotor comes as a full set, with box and papers, and is guaranteed for authenticity. The watch is in mint condition.","brand":"Laurent Ferrier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4770815082527,"sku":"CCIRG L444","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/DSC_1557_copy_ca922da7-8cef-47f5-8f2c-ea1d29812d46.jpg?v=1641313446"},{"product_id":"buy-fp-journe-chronometre-resonance-38mm-steel","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | Limited Edition | 38mm | 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 piecesin the collection, including the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/independent-watchmakers\/products\/f-p-journe-resonance-brass-movement-watch\" title=\"View the F. P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance with an early brass movement\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, 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 F.P. Journe Chronometre Tourbillon in 38 mm steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e had never been made with a gold movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example, the F. P. Journe ‘Chronomètre à Résonance’, is in mint condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. First introduced in 1999, the Chronomètre à Résonance was the second serial production watch by François-Paul Journe.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance movement is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly, “In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue. Whilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance 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 silver and yellow dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499 movement is 18-carat rose gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronize the seconds’ hands..\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 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-souverain-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the 38 mm F. P. Journe Chronometre Souveraine in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\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 à Résonance - 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. 1499\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;\"\u003eMultiple time zones, hours, minutes, sub-seconds, power-reserve\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, 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 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 \u003cspan\u003eand personalised Smythson of Bond Street watch pouch\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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\u003e The watch comes with a copy of the original set's certificate, and a letter confirming its originality from A Collected Man. \u003cspan\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will be delivered in a personalised Smythson of Bond Street calf leather watch box. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 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":5228762660895,"sku":"CADSS F479","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_Resonance_38_mm_Steel_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London14_2.jpg?v=1778574245"},{"product_id":"voutilainen-gmt-6-white-gold","title":"GMT-6 | White Gold","description":"This stunning, hand-made, Voutilainen GMT-6 watch is in mint condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. This unique, white-gold, horological piece is made entirely at the Voutilainen workshop in Môtiers, near Geneva. It comes as a full set.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch was delivered in 2017 and has four different engine-turned patterns on the silver, two-tone dial. Each pattern reflects light differently, giving the dial a mixture of tones and fantastic depth. Applied index-markers, a GMT-disc at six o’clock (with day\/night indication), and steel Breguet-style hands make up the face. A hand-sewn, dark-brown alligator strap and Kari Voutilainen's signature tear-shaped lugs finish off this fantastic timepiece; showing both the watchmaker's uncompromising attention to detail and craftsmanship. The watch is accompanied by a second dial - featuring a copper outer-edge and identical patterning.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe GMT indication is displayed on the disk situated at six o’clock, inside the printing of the small-seconds. The disc shows 24 hours and includes a day\/night indicator. The GMT function is almost concealed, owing to its exceptionally-precise and neat integration. The disc is advanced by pressing the crown, moving the disc forward by one hour with each engagement. The dial is made from solid-silver and engine-turned by hand in the Voutilainen workshop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile inspiration for the GMT-6 movement comes from the Vingt-8, the GMT mechanism is entirely integrated within the calibre 28. The movement features Voutilainen's direct impulse-escapement with two escape wheels. The exceptionally large, free-sprung balance beats at 2.5Hz, held in place by a long steel bridge with rounded arms. The 39 mm case is white gold, and features Voutilainen's signature teardrop lugs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sapphire crystal on the reverse allows one to see inside the movement, revealing the rich palette of hues and forms. The in-house Cal. 28 is made from German silver and titanium. Through the combination of a free-sprung balance, with Breguet over-coil and Grossmann interior curve, and signature direct impulse escapement with two large (13.6mm) escapement wheels, a high degree of engineering ingenuity is accomplished. One of the hallmarks of Voutilainen as a manufacture is their superlative hand-finishing; with expert anglage and a mixture of polished, brushed and frosted surfaces. The aesthetics of the movement are as impressive as the mechanics. The watch has a 64-hour power reserve. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\u003cbr\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;\"\u003eVoutilainen\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;\"\u003eGMT-6\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, hand-made manual-winding\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;\"\u003eGMT, 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;\"\u003esilver, two-tone engine-turned dial and Breguet hands and additional dial\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;\"\u003e39 mm 18-carat white 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;\"\u003ebrown alligator strap with white-gold tang buckle\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;\"\u003e2017\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 - box, papers and additional dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis rare, Kari Voutilainen GMT-6 watch 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":"Voutilainen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12224104398931,"sku":"WWG V511","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Voutilainen_GMT_6_white_gold_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London9_2.jpg?v=1777362918"},{"product_id":"patek-philippe-5131g-worldtime-watch","title":"5131G | Enamel Dial | White Gold","description":"The Patek Philippe reference 5131G (white-gold) was introduced ten years ago, as the latest chapter in a legacy of world-time wristwatches (namely the references \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/auction-patek-philippe-reference-1415\" title=\"FIRST LOOK: PATEK PHILIPPE REFERENCE 1415\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1415 HU\u003c\/a\u003e and 2523). The ref. 5131G features a Cottier-inspired, world-time mechanism and handmade, cloisonné enamel dial; the latter, depicting Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing its predecessor (the ref. 5130), the 5131G presented a number of distinguishable differences; most notably, the use of closionné enamel for the dial. Twenty-four cities are further displayed on the outer edge of the dial (in Italic font), with the signatures ‘Patek Philippe’ and ‘Genève’ engraved on the bezel. Requiring meticulous attention to detail to craft the closionné enamel dial, the ref. 5131 world-time is limited by production - with only a small number of closionné enamel pieces produced each year. In this example, the enamel shows an array of vibrant tones, finely outlined in white-gold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 5131G’s world-time mechanism harks back to the 1930s, when talented Geneva watchmaker, Louis Cottier, devised an ingenious, ultra-thin mechanism, which simultaneously displayed the correct hours across the world's time zones (through a rotating 24-hour ring) and local time. The concentric, 24-hour chapter-ring is divided into nocturnal and diurnal hours. In the design, the local time zone is set at the 12 o'clock position, with the hour and minute hand set at local time. The correct time (hours and minutes) is then displayed for every time zone in the world simultaneously (with clear local-time indication) on a single dial. In 1959, Patek Philippe obtained a patent for Cottier's device - introducing the calibre 240 HU (featured in the ref. 5131G), in 1999.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowered by the above-mentioned ultra-thin calibre 240 HU (‘Heure Universelle’), this self-winding movement features an elegant 22K gold micro-rotor, allowing a height below 3.9mm; despite the world-time mechanism, placed dial-side on top of the movement. The calibre 240 HU features a spiromax balance spring (made of silicon-based silinvar), working in conjunction with a Gyromax balance-wheel. The movement is beautifully finished, with finely-applied Geneva stripes, perlage and anglage, as well as exquisite chamfering on all angles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Patek Philippe ref. 5131G is accompanied by an original packaging box (which sealed the watch), literature and leather folder. The watch comes on an original navy-blue, alligator strap and corresponding white-gold deployant buckle. Whilst unsealed, this piece remains unworn, and thus is preserved in mint condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eWorld Time Ref. 5131G-001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic - Calibre \u003cspan\u003e240 HU\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\"\u003eworld time, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edisplay back, \u003cspan\u003eclosionné \u003c\/span\u003eenamel dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e39.5 mm white 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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebrand-new navy blue calf leather Patek Philippe strap, with corresponding white gold deployant buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal box, \u003cspan\u003eoriginal packaging box (which sealed the watch), literature and leather folder, extract from the archives\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis Patek Philippe World Time 5131G-001 watch is in mint condition and was purchased by the current owner in 2013. It comes with a two year warranty from A Collected Man.","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12289755480147,"sku":"CAHWG P503","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_Enamel_Dial_5131G_white_gold_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London9_a05ac4cf-6981-4f3d-acc1-9d5a26b572f8.jpg?v=1643628110"},{"product_id":"mbf-lm1-white-gold-silver-dial","title":"Legacy Machine No. 1 | Voutilainen \u0026 Mojon | White Gold","description":"The aim of the Legacy Machine No.1 was to create a tribute to the fine and antique watchmaking of the past, and combine it with the forward-looking spirit of MB\u0026amp;F. The brand's most successful watch ever achieves a nod to history through the classical round shape of the watch, sized at 44mm, and the classical finishing of the movement. The engravings, Geneva waves and the internal beveled and polished angles, all highlight the skilled hand-craft of traditional watchmaking.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat being said, the forward-thinking design of MB\u0026amp;F is apparent, most notably through the central balance-wheel that has been placed in the front of the watch, floating above the movement and the subdials. The very large, bespoke, 14 mm balance wheel, with four traditional regulating screws is striking, separating itself from the manual-winding, single mainspring barrel movement beneath. The unique architecture of the Legacy Machine No.1 is further emphasized through the high-domed sapphire crystal that has been coated with an anti-reflective material, creating a very real presence on the wrist. Adding to this, there is an highly-innovative, three-dimensional linear power reserve indicator at 6 o’clock. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Legacy Machine No.1 features a dual-time zone complication. The two are completely independent of each another, with two dials and independent setting crowns at 4 and 8 o’clock, making it a highly-usable travel watch. Many travel watches or world timers cannot take into account half-hour time-zones for countries like India and parts of Australia, but with the independent times on the two dials, the Legacy Machine No.1 is able to. This MB\u0026amp;F has highly contrasted blued-gold hands, that allow for maximum legibility when reading the time. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch is the result of a collaboration between MB\u0026amp;F, the famed watchmaker Kari Voutilainen and Jean François Mojon. The latter's creative watchmaking company, Chronode, was responsible for the development of the Legacy Machine No.1’s movement. It has a power reserve of 45 hours and comes on a brand new, black alligator strap from MB\u0026amp;F, with matching white gold tang buckle. \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 style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMB\u0026amp;F\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;\"\u003eLegacy Machine 1\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 - Sowind base\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;\"\u003edual time-zone hours and 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;\"\u003edisplay 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;\"\u003e44 mm white-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;\"\u003eblack stitched alligator strap with white gold tang buckle\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 box, paper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis rare MB\u0026amp;F Legacy Machine No.1 was factory-refurbished by the brand in January 2017 and as a result comes as a full set, with box, papers and all other accompanying materials. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MB\u0026F","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12348631646291,"sku":"CAEWG M521","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/MBandF_LM1_legacy_machine_white_gold_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London9_9a3cf2ae-41c4-41df-b33c-71d7e311f228.jpg?v=1635778929"},{"product_id":"jaeger-lecoultre-grand-reverso-blue","title":"Grand Reverso Duoface | Boutique Blue | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Jaeger-LeCoultre Grand Reverso, Ultra-Thin Duoface “Blue“ watch is one of very few ‘Boutique Edition’ pieces, created as a tribute to the earliest Reverso wristwatches. The blue lacquer dial is carefully colour-matched to that of a similar 1933 Reverso, creating a contemporary twist on a vintage classic.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduced in 1931, the Reverso was born out of functional necessity. Its purpose stemmed from a common complaint by British officers stationed in India, often disgruntled by the damaging of their wristwatch glass during polo matches. Swiss businessman and brand associate of the time, César de Trey, conveyed this message to his supplier Jacques-David LeCoultre, bringing about a solution in the form of a wristwatch that had a swiveling face, allowing the case to be ‘reversed’ over in order to protect the glass. It was actively promoted “Pour Les Heures D’Activites Physique”, and is unofficially classified as the ‘first sports watch’. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFast forward to 2013, the Grand Reverso, Ultra-Thin Duoface “Blue“ was inspired by a highly-collectable, blue dial variation from the 1930s, and revealed as part of the brand's 180th anniversary celebration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Grand Reverso, Ultra-Thin Duoface is sized at a contemporary 46.5mm x 27.5mm (9mm thick) and has a distinctive, stepped, rectangular case. The iconic reversible housing features angular, straight lugs and is polished throughout. The case-back is brushed and displays the manufacture's signature, along with ‘REVERSO’, ‘Special Edition’ and its unique reference numbers. On the reverse side, the watch features an entirely different dial, showing a second timezone. This second, opaline white dial is finished with clous de Paris guilloché, with luminous-filled, sword-shaped hands, indicating the hours and minutes. Below the main dial at 6 o'clock, a 24-hour sub-dial is shown, with \"Day\" and \"Night\" indicators printed on both sides.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lacquer dial is a vibrant royal blue and has a fluid, glossy finish. The applied, rhodium-plated, polished struck hour-markers compliment the dial tone, coordinating perfectly with the traditional baton handset. The \"Reverso\" script, printed at 12 o'clock, utilises the same font used on the first 1931 Reverso. It also has its original signed crown, and comes equipped with a black alligator strap and JLC-stamped tang buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso is powered by the 21-jewel Cal. 854\/1 manual-winding movement (tracking both timezones), beating at a rate of 21,600 A\/h, boasting a power reserve of up to 45 hours. The button on the right case-side (above the winding-crown) adjusts the second timezone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Reverso was somewhat of a utilitarian solution to a practical problem, but has since reinvented itself into a contemporary dress watch, fully-retaining its identity. Throughout its 86 year production run, the dial has often proved the canvas on which Jaeger-LeCoultre have experimented and redefined itself. The Duoface “Blue” encapsulates this is the best possible way.\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\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\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;\"\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre\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;\"\u003eGrand Reverso Ultra-Thin Duoface Blue\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. 854\/1\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;\"\u003edual timezone: hours, minutes, 24-hours and day\/night indicator\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;\"\u003especial edition, blue lacquer dial\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;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46.5 x 27.5 mm (9mm thickness)\u003c\/span\u003e\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\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;\"\u003eblack Jaeger-Coultre alligator strap with steel tang buckle\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;\"\u003ebox, papers (missing second strap)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis Jaeger-LeCoultre Grand Reverso Boutique Edition \"Blue\" watch is in excellent condition, and comes with its original box, papers and accompanying materials. The second strap is missing. The watch comes with a two-year mechanical warranty from A Collected Man, and has a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.","brand":"Jaeger-LeCoultre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12512478265427,"sku":"WSS J527","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/JLC_Reverso_Ultra_Thin_Duoface_Blue_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London12_37f2ac34-d969-41a1-a72e-1100e4d53578.jpg?v=1638796868"},{"product_id":"kari-voutilainen-unique-piece-gmt","title":"Unique Piece | Power-Reserve and GMT | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stunning, rose-gold \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/voutilainen\" title=\"View our collection of Voutilainen watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVoutilainen\u003c\/a\u003e watch is a unique-piece, with a mechanism specially adapted for this watch. Made entirely at the Voutilainen workshop in Môtiers, near Geneva, this example was delivered to its original owner in 2017 and comes with supporting documentation from Kari Voutilainen, describing its unique qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile inspiration for the movement comes from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/voutilainen\/products\/voutilainen-brown-dial-vingt-8-brown-dal\" title=\"View our Voutilainen Vingt-8 with brown dial\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVingt-8\u003c\/a\u003e, the unique combination of the GMT mechanism and ‘centre-stem’ power-reserve, found in this piece, is entirely integrated within the Calibre 28. Crafted from German silver and titanium, the aesthetics of the movement are as impressive as the mechanics. One of the hallmarks of Kari Voutilainen’s manufacture is their superlative hand-finishing; with expert anglage and a mixture of polished, brushed and frosted surfaces. The calibre features Voutilainen's direct impulse-escapement two large (13.6mm) escapement wheels and a free-sprung balance, with Breguet over-coil and Grossmann interior curve, a high degree of engineering ingenuity is accomplished. The exceptionally large, free-sprung balance beats at 2.5Hz, held in place by a long steel bridge with rounded arms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe solid-silver, blue dial has two different engine-turned patterns. Each pattern reflecting light differently, giving the dial a mixture of tones and fantastic depth alongside the various brushed and polished surfaces. Applied Arabic numerals, a GMT-disc at six o’clock (with a hand-engraved and enamelled day\/night indication), and Breguet-style hands make up the face. Unique to this watch is the power-reserve indication found at 12 o’clock on the dial, operating from the same axle as the hour and minute hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe GMT indication is displayed on the disk situated at six o’clock, inside the printing of the small-seconds. The disc shows 24 hours and includes a day\/night indicator. The GMT function is almost concealed, owing to its exceptionally-precise and neat integration. The disc is advanced by pressing the crown, moving the disc forward by one hour with each engagement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeaturing Kari Voutilainen's signature tear-shaped lugs, the 39mm case is rose gold; showing both the watchmaker's uncompromising attention to detail and craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis unique Kari Voutilainen piece comes on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps-accessories\/products\/geneva-buffalo-watch-strap\" title=\"Geneva\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGeneva\u003c\/a\u003e smoked grey buffalo strap, as well as its original blue alligator strap from Kari Voutilainen. The watch retains its original box from the manufacture, along with a supporting letter from Kari Voutilainen, detailing its unique design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Collected Man is the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/pages\/sell-kari-voutilainen-watch\" title=\"View our approval of Kari Voutilainen as their endorsed pre-owned seller\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eexclusively approved re-seller of Voutilainen watches\u003c\/a\u003e. Viewings for this unique piece can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\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 style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eVoutilainen\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;\"\u003eUnique Piece\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, hand-made manual-winding\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;\"\u003eGMT, 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;\"\u003eunique mechanism, engine-turned blue dial, Breguet hands, Arabic numerals, power-reserve indicator\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;\"\u003e39 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\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps-accessories\/products\/geneva-buffalo-watch-strap\" title=\"Geneva\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGeneva\u003c\/a\u003e smoked grey buffalo strap; blue alligator strap with rose-gold tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/20\" title=\"View our collection of 20mm straps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20mm\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 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;\"\u003efull set - original box and supporting letter from Kari Voutilainen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis unique rose-gold Kari Voutilainen watch 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":"Voutilainen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12901718294611,"sku":"WRG V741","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Kari_Voutilainen_Unique_Piece_Power_Reserve_GMT_rose_gold_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London13_2.jpg?v=1777284623"},{"product_id":"patek-philippe-aquanaut-5650g","title":"Aquanaut 5650G | Advanced Research One of 500 | White Gold","description":"As the first of \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e’s ‘Advanced Research’ watches to innovate using a material other than silicon (forgoing the use of an annual or perpetual calendar complication), the reference \u003cem\u003e5650G\u003c\/em\u003e represents something of a transition, introducing two innovations. Unlike earlier, classically-styled \u003cem\u003eAdvanced Research\u003c\/em\u003e pieces from the series, both the open-worked dial and \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e case of this 5650G, although polarising, match the ambitions of the reference - a limited-production of just 500 pieces, showcasing innovation in traditional watchmaking.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e’s Advanced Research Program stems from the development of silicon components, for use in watchmaking. Following years of extensive research work at the \u003cem\u003eCentre Suisse d’Electronique et Microtechnique\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCSEM\u003c\/em\u003e), \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e introduced their first silicon component in 2005 – an escapement wheel made from \u003cem\u003eSilinva\u003c\/em\u003er. A year later, the \u003cem\u003eSpiromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance spring (constructed from \u003cem\u003eSilinvar\u003c\/em\u003e) was introduced in a limited-edition reference - now widely used by \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e throughout the collection. It is these advancements that represent the objectives of the project, indicating the brand’s intentions for the compliant mechanism and other developments seen in the \u003cem\u003e5650G\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Released in 1997, the \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e was the first \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/patek-philippe\" title=\"View our collection of rare Patek Philippe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to be fitted with a rubber strap. The \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e re-interprets a number of signature design elements from the highly successful \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/patek-philippe\/products\/patek-philippe-nautilus-3700-001-beyer-steel\" title=\"View our early double-signed Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNautilus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - most notably, the octagonal rounded bezel. It displays a high level of finishing, with brushed surfaces on the case front, and polished, bevelled edges. In this example, the white-gold, three-piece case (measuring 40.8mm in diameter) of the \u003cem\u003e5650G\u003c\/em\u003e provides water resistance up to 120m. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The hand-finished \"compliant mechanism\" is visible in an open section at 9 o’clock on the dial (made up of four crossed leaf springs) - introduced in this reference, lowering the number of parts required to make a GMT switching mechanism from 37, to just 12 parts (for the whole assembly). This is made feasible through the use of computer simulations and highly-technical manufacturing techniques - using no gears or pivots, and crafted from a single piece of steel, rather than precious metal or an exotic alloy. The added benefit is the lack of friction in the system, requiring no conventional lubricants and improving durability. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The blue dial has a gradient to black on its outer edges, embossed with familiar \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e patterning. Alongside the open section at 9 o’clock, displays are also visible for the local date at 6 o’clock (with '\u003cem\u003eAdvanced Research\u003c\/em\u003e' denoted) and a day\/night indicator for two time zones at 3 and 9 o’clock, respectively. Numerals are applied (as with other modern \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003es) and crafted from 18k white-gold, filled with a white-coloured luminous material to match the dial and hands. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The reference \u003cem\u003e5650G-001\u003c\/em\u003e integrates \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e’s latest iteration of the \u003cem\u003eSpiromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance spring, making use of a new inner terminal curve. With this addition, an impressive stability rate of just -1\/+2 seconds per day is achieved. The watch carries the Calibre 324 S C FUS - a 29-jewel, automatic-winding movement that is superbly finished, with exquisite chamfering on all angles, polishing and decoration in the form of Geneva striping, bearing the \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e seal. The movement beats at 28,800 A\/h, with a power-reserve of approximately 45 hours. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe 5650G-001\u003c\/em\u003e comes on its original checkerboard rubber strap (brand new and uncut) and corresponding white-gold deployant-clasp. The watch is full-set, with its original box, Certificate of Origin and product literature from the manufacture (dated October, 2017). With only 500 examples produced, this rare limited-edition \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e represents an exceptionally desirable and mechanically interesting variant of a highly-collectible modern \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e. \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 style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\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\u003eAdvance Research Aquanaut Travel Time\u003c\/em\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003e5650G-001\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, automatic-winding \u003cspan\u003ecalibre 324 SC FUS\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;\"\u003eGMT, date, hours, minutes, centre 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;\"\u003edisplay back, \u003cem\u003eSilinvar\u003c\/em\u003e escapement, Arabic numerals, compliant mechanism\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;\"\u003e40.8mm white 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 display 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;\"\u003enew\u003cem\u003e Patek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e rubber strap and deployant clasp\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;\"\u003e12th October, 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;\"\u003eoriginal box, product literature, Certificate of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe Aquanaut 5650G Advanced Research\u003c\/em\u003e comes with its original box, Certificate of Origin and product literature. It remains in excellent condition (with one very minor mark on the bezel at 7 o'clock), and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e, and a lifetime guarantee of authenticity. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13527642112083,"sku":"WGG P617","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_philippe_advanced_research_5650G_aquanaut_white_gold_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London20_23d263d9-96fb-4226-accf-09918646459d.jpg?v=1645803559"},{"product_id":"laurent-ferrier-galet-traveller-blue-dial","title":"Galet Traveller LF 230.01 | White Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst shown at \u003cem\u003eBaselworld\u003c\/em\u003e in 2013, the \u003cem\u003eGalet Traveller\u003c\/em\u003e complements the \u003cem\u003eMicro-Rotor\u003c\/em\u003e collection with a \u003cstrong\u003emodern reinterpretation of the classic travel\u003c\/strong\u003e watch from \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e, a true independent manufacture. It is headed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-laurent-ferrier?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=756f9a74f\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Read our interview with M. Ferrier in the Journal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/a\u003e himself, who worked at \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e for 40 years, finishing as their creative director.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/laurent-ferrier\" title=\"View our collection of Laurent Ferrier watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrie\u003c\/em\u003er\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cem\u003eGalet Traveller Micro-Rotor\u003c\/em\u003e is sized at a contemporary 41mm, and has a distinctive amorphous, bevel-free shape. The white gold case features a rounded bezel, thin lugs and the manufactures' signature onion-shaped crown, which work proportionately well together. The entire watch is polished and mirror finished, while the crown itself engraved with a pattern. Integrated on the left side of the case are two oblong push-buttons, which adjust the local time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe subtly \u003cstrong\u003etextured blue dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is accented with white-painted, white-gold, applied index markers - corresponding harmoniously with \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e’s ‘Assegai’-shaped hands that are finished in the same way. The index markers and hands are subtle in form, and correspond harmoniously in shape. Between the applied indexes, a light blue tone is used to mark the minutes on the outer track.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese free-flowing lines are only interrupted by the date aperture at three o'clock, the sub-seconds register at six o'clock, and the 24-hour home-time window at nine o'clock. The latter is not linked to the date function, making it a sensible take on what a GMT should do, referencing the home-time only, but not the date. Consequently, it is the central hands that show the \u003cstrong\u003elocal time, and these can be incrementally adjusted in both directions\u003c\/strong\u003e. This intuitive system allows the \u003cem\u003eGalet Traveller\u003c\/em\u003e to be quickly and easily adjusted. On a flight from London to New York, five pushes of the lower button would set the watch to the exact local time upon landing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowered by the \u003cstrong\u003ein-house, self-winding calibre\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLF 230.01\u003c\/em\u003e, the watch has an incredibly high-quality movement that combines traditional watchmaking, with modern innovation. Interestingly, where haute-horology often favours a manual-winding movement that’s not blocked by a rotor, \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e decided that contemporary needs, called for an automatic movement. The solution was the \u003cstrong\u003eincorporation of a micro-rotor as a winding mechanism, allowing the architecture of the movement to be shown\u003c\/strong\u003e completely. The fan-shaped micro-rotor is made of solid gold and is suspended by a large bridge, together, intended to create the impression of a bird standing on one foot. Furthermore, it uses a pawl, allowing it to wind in a unidirectional manner, adding efficiency and reliability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImpressively, the \u003cem\u003eGalet Micro-Rotor\u003c\/em\u003e also utilises a double direct-impulse escapement, which improves the efficiency of the movement through its ability to use less power and maintain amplitude, achieved through the escape-lever being locked down between two escape wheels. The finishing of the movement is a major focus, with contrasts established between the perlage backdrop and the thick circular-grained \u003cem\u003eGeneva Stripes\u003c\/em\u003e on the bridges. The incredibly precise finishing of the interior angles is achieved through the use of a burin, and the handwork of the manufacture’s skilled craftsmen. It took \u003cstrong\u003etwo years to create the fully-integrated, dual-timezone mechanism and date\u003c\/strong\u003e, the calibre \u003cem\u003eLF 230.01\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe timekeeping is equally impressive - it is \u003cstrong\u003echronometer-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e by the \u003cem\u003eBesançon Observatory\u003c\/em\u003e, outperforming its more commonly, \u003cem\u003eCOSC\u003c\/em\u003e-approved peers. It also has a power reserve of 80 hours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes on one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/oslo\" title=\"View our light grey suede Oslo watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOslo\u003c\/em\u003e grey suede strap\u003c\/a\u003es. It also comes with its original dark-blue alligator strap and corresponding white-gold tang buckle, as well as its accompanying box and original paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\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\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\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\u003eGalet Traveller Micro-Rotor\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 automatic Cal. \u003cem\u003eLF 230.01\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\"\u003edual-timezone, date, 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, blue dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e41 mm white 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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/oslo\" title=\"View our grey suede Oslo watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eOslo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e suede strap, dark-blue \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e alligator strap with \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e white-gold tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eNovember 2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal box and papers from \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis self-winding \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier Galet Traveller Micro-Rotor\u003c\/em\u003e comes as a full set, with box and papers. T\u003cspan\u003ehe overall condition of the watch is good\u003c\/span\u003e, with minor scuffing throughout consistent with regular wear (most noticeable on the bezel and lugs). It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurent Ferrier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13534491607123,"sku":"WWG L618","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Laurent_Ferrier_Galet_Traveller_A_Collected_Man_London15_39f782b0-7d96-4f48-93ed-6afbe62e3462.jpg?v=1641297658"},{"product_id":"f-p-journe-resonance-gold-movement","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | Gold Movement | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, platinum F. P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance watch is in mint condition (unworn) and has perfect mechanical functionality. First introduced in 1999, the Chronomètre à Résonance was the second serial production watch by \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\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2004, Journe, the brand, began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold, having developed the brand sufficiently to further the manufacturing process. The Chronomètre à Résonance Calibre 1499.3 in this example is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue. Whilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance 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 two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (Latin for 'Invented and Made') in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The signature hands form a distinct contrast to the silver and red\/orange dial. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499.3 movement is 18k rose-gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronize the seconds’ hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earliest works of François-Paul Journe, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology. Housed in a 40mm platinum case, this F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance represents a modern take on Journe's original, inspired design. Monsieur Journe’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\u003eThis pre-owned watch was never worn by its original owner, thus is preserved in mint condition. It comes as full-set, with its original box and Certificate of Origin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt comes with an original black F. P Journe alligator strap, and corresponding platinum tang buckle.\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\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\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. 1499.3\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\"\u003edate, multiple time zones, 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\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, display-back, power-reserve display\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\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, back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eF. P Journe alligator strap 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 style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eundisclosed\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, box, warranty card, papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis F. P. Journe Resonance is in unworn condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man as well as its warranty from F. P. Journe.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13545916596307,"sku":"WPT F622","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_resonance_platinum_gold_movement_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London11.jpg?v=1778573555"},{"product_id":"kari-voutilainen-gmt-6-two-tone-dial","title":"GMT-6 | White Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stunning, hand-made, Voutilainen GMT-6 watch is in mint condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. This unique, white-gold, horological piece is made entirely at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/voutilainen\" title=\"View our collection of rare Voutilainen watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVoutilainen\u003c\/a\u003e workshop in Môtiers, near Geneva. It comes as a full set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has two different engine-turned patterns on the blue, two-tone dial. Each pattern reflects light differently, giving the dial a mixture of tones and fantastic depth. Applied Roman numerals and steel, Breguet-style hands make up the face, while the GMT-disc at six o’clock is decoratively engraved, indicating day and night, with expressive detailing on the half-moon, stars and rising sun. Kari Voutilainen's signature tear-shaped lugs finish off this fantastic timepiece; showing both the watchmaker's uncompromising attention to detail and craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe GMT indication is displayed on the disk situated at six o’clock, inside the printing of the small-seconds, showing 24 hours. The GMT function is almost concealed, owing to its precise and neat integration. The disc is advanced by pressing the crown, moving the disc forward by one hour, with each engagement. The dial is made from solid-silver and engine-turned by hand in the Voutilainen workshop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile inspiration for the GMT-6 movement comes from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/voutilainen\/products\/voutilainen-brown-dial-vingt-8-brown-dal\" title=\"View a stunning brown dial version Voutilainen Vingt-8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVingt-8\u003c\/a\u003e, the GMT mechanism is entirely integrated within the Calibre 28. The movement features Voutilainen's direct impulse-escapement with two escape wheels. The exceptionally large, free-sprung balance beats at 2.5Hz, held in place by a long steel bridge with rounded arms. The 39 mm case is white-gold, and features Voutilainen's signature teardrop lugs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the reverse, the sapphire crystal exhibits the movement in full view, revealing the in-house Cal. 28, manufactured from German silver and titanium. Through the combination of a free-sprung balance, with Breguet over-coil and Grossmann interior curve, and signature direct impulse escapement with two large (13.6mm) escapement wheels, a high degree of engineering ingenuity is accomplished. One of the hallmarks of Voutilainen as a manufacture is their superlative hand-finishing; with expert anglage and a mixture of polished, brushed and frosted surfaces. The aesthetics of the movement are as impressive as the mechanics. The watch has a 64-hour power reserve.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Voutilainen GMT-6 example comes as a full set, with an original Voutilainen, gloss black, alligator strap; smoke-grey Nubuck strap; corresponding, white-gold tang buckle and its accompanying box and original paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Collected Man is the exclusively \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/pages\/sell-kari-voutilainen-watch\" title=\"View our approval by Kari Voutilainen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eapproved reseller of pre-owned Voutilainen\u003c\/a\u003e watches. Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.\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 style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eVoutilainen\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;\"\u003eGMT-6\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, hand-made manual-winding\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;\"\u003eGMT, 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;\"\u003eblue and black, two-tone engine-turned dial and Breguet hands, display back, engraved day-night indicator\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;\"\u003e39 mm 18-carat white 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;\"\u003esmoke-grey buffalo strap with white-gold tang buckle and blue Voutilainen alligator strap\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;\"\u003e2018\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 - 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 rare, Kari Voutilainen GMT-6 watch 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":"Voutilainen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13564388835411,"sku":"CJRWG V612","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Voutilainen_GMT_guilloche_dial_white_gold_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London11_2.jpg?v=1777283912"},{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-1675-concorde","title":"GMT-Master Concorde | Yellow Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage, 18-carat yellow-gold \u003cem\u003eRolex GMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e (ref. \u003cem\u003e1675\u003c\/em\u003e), from the early 1970s represents a distinct class of traveller's watch. The \u003cem\u003ereference '1675'\u003c\/em\u003e debuted in 1959, following the success of the original \u003cem\u003eGMT\u003c\/em\u003e, the \u003cem\u003ereference 6542\u003c\/em\u003e. Remarkably, the \u003cem\u003ereference '1675' GMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e was produced for 20 consecutive years, making it one of the longest manufacturing runs in \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/rolex\" title=\"View our collection of rare Rolex watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRolex\u003c\/a\u003e's\u003c\/em\u003e history.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis rare, \u003cem\u003e1675 GMT\u003c\/em\u003e was purchased on the 5th of August, 1972, from \u003cem\u003eChronometrie Beyer, \u003c\/em\u003eZurich. The watch comes with its original guarantee booklet (stamped by \u003cem\u003eBeyer\u003c\/em\u003e) and punched \u003cem\u003eChronometer Certificate\u003c\/em\u003e, from \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e. The watch is also accompanied by its original purchase receipt from \u003cem\u003eChronometrie Beyer\u003c\/em\u003e (matching the date on the original guarantee), original inner and outer boxes and \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e passport booklet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e was originally created for \u003cem\u003ePan American World Airways\u003c\/em\u003e (commonly known as \u003cem\u003e‘Pan-Am’\u003c\/em\u003e), who sought a highly-legible, accurate and functional wristwatch, to be used by pilots for long-haul flights. With pilots flying longer and longer distances, the need for an intuitive timekeeping tool, capable of displaying multiple time zones, became a necessity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example, in 18-carat yellow-gold, is affectionately referred to as the \u003cem\u003e“Concorde”\u003c\/em\u003e, owing to its placement in \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e advertisements from the late 1960s, celebrating the inaugural flight on the aircraft. These rare, \u003cem\u003eConcorde 1675\u003c\/em\u003es feature \u003cem\u003eDaytona\u003c\/em\u003e-style, stick hands, seen only on this variation of the reference.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to the unconventional \u003cem\u003eConcorde\u003c\/em\u003e hour and minutes, the \u003cem\u003eGMT \u003c\/em\u003ecomplication was designed to allow for setting of a fourth hand, referred to as the \u003cem\u003eGMT\u003c\/em\u003e hand, to local time, followed by adjustment of its rotatable 24-hour bezel, to a second time zone. The name \u003cem\u003eGMT\u003c\/em\u003e derives from this functionality and abbreviates '\u003cem\u003eGreenwich Mean Time\u003c\/em\u003e' - the time at the \u003cem\u003eRoyal Observatory\u003c\/em\u003e in \u003cem\u003eGreenwich,\u003c\/em\u003e London.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master 1675\/8\u003c\/em\u003e, from 1972 (with serial number 204 XXXX), has its original, matte-grain finished brown dial in exceptionally good condition, with gilt ’\u003cem\u003eROLEX\u003c\/em\u003e’ and ‘\u003cem\u003eOYSTER PERPETUAL - GMT-MASTER\u003c\/em\u003e' text referenced on it. The original \"\u003cem\u003ebicchierini\u003c\/em\u003e\" tritium hour markers have aged to a warm patina, whilst the \u003cem\u003eConcorde GMT\u003c\/em\u003e handset displays a similarly aged tone. The watch also has an iconic, faded 24-hour bezel and comes equipped with its stamped, 18-carat \u003cem\u003eRolex Oyster\u003c\/em\u003e riveted bracelet and clasp (stamped \u003cem\u003e4 70\u003c\/em\u003e). The bracelet is preserved in exceptional condition, with uncharacteristically-little stretch throughout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhilst the aesthetics are undeniably attractive, it’s the condition that stands out. Vintage sports watches typically have tell-tale signs of being over-worn. However this rare, 18-carat gold \u003cem\u003eref. 1675\u003c\/em\u003e has been remarkably well preserved. Sized at 38mm, the case appears unpolished, with clear bevels displayed on its lugs and defined hallmarks on the reverse (including its engraved stock number). The brushed finish on the lugs is clearly visible, while the polished sides are in remarkable condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInside the watch, it houses \u003cem\u003eRolex’s\u003c\/em\u003e calibre \u003cem\u003e1575\u003c\/em\u003e bi-directional, self-winding movement. The mechanism features a lever escapement, 26 jewels, mono-metallic balance and a \u003cem\u003eKIF\u003c\/em\u003e shock-absorber, beating at a rate of 19,800 A\/h, with a power-reserve of 42 hours. Interestingly, some \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master 1675\u003c\/em\u003e examples display ‘1570’ engraved on the bridge of the calibre. The engraving ‘1570’, is a reference to base-calibre in which the \u003cem\u003e1575\u003c\/em\u003e is derived from (the ‘5’, indicating the inclusion of a date function).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe present example was manufactured circa 1969, based on the serial number. From here, the watch was delivered to famous Swiss retailer \u003cem\u003eChronometrie Beyer, \u003c\/em\u003eZurich.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to its original guarantee, this \u003cem\u003eref. 1675\/8\u003c\/em\u003e was sold by the retailer in August 1972. The original sales receipt is also supplied, which retains the date of sale to the original owner. Interestingly (although unverified), the name and address of the owner, corresponds to documented accounts of the \u003cem\u003eCIA Iran\/Contra\u003c\/em\u003e affair, in the 1980s. Attached to this - the original purchase price can be found, totalling 3,500 CHF. With this, the stock number seen on the original receipt, matches the number engraved on the reverse the case’s lower-left lug perfectly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with any design, there is a “sweet spot”; this watch hits that perfectly. The unpolished, yellow-gold case, plexi-glass and perfectly faded bezel gives this example a vintage feel which is so desirable in today’s demanding market place. With a rare, brown dial, set in an 18-carat, precious metal case, this \u003cem\u003eRolex GMT\u003c\/em\u003e truly stands out from most examples of its type and era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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 style=\"width: 593px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eGMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003e1675\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eConcorde\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003emechanical automatic \u003cspan\u003eCalibre. \u003cem\u003e1575\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003edate, GMT, hours, minutes, center seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003eunrestored gilt dial, \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e38mm 18-carat yellow-gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003eplexiglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e18-carat\u003cem\u003e Rolex\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eOyster\u003c\/em\u003e riveted bracelet (80 end-links)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003efull-set; inner and outer boxes, stamped \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e guarantee booklet, punched Chronometer Certificate, original sales receipt, \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e passport booklet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe case of this \u003cem\u003eRolex GMT-Master (ref. 1675) Concorde\u003c\/em\u003e is preserved in excellent vintage condition, with strongly-defined bevels. It’s shows all the signs of an unpolished case, retaining its original shape entirely, with exceptionally-light wear throughout. On the reverse, the milling on the case-back is perfectly preserved, with small marks\/grazes visible throughout. The case is original to the watch, with appropriately corresponding serial numbers, consistent with the year of manufacture (and original paperwork). The case-back further exhibits seemingly untouched, original hallmarks on the reverse of the lugs, with a stock number (matching the original sales receipt) inscribed above.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The inner-case-back also correctly displays the watch’s reference number (\u003cem\u003e1675\u003c\/em\u003e), hallmarks and classic \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e signature - with no visible servicing marks. The applied hour markers are (original) tritium, matching the handset. Response under UV light shows appropriately matching luminosity, reacting consistently with documented, original examples. The dial of this \u003cem\u003eref. 1675\u003c\/em\u003e is further distinguished by its condition, with no visible imperfections. The original, 18-carat riveted bracelet has virtually no stretch, with stamped ends links (\u003cem\u003e80\u003c\/em\u003e) and corresponding references on the clasp (\u003cem\u003e4 70\u003c\/em\u003e). The 1575 calibre movement of this \u003cem\u003eref. 1675\u003c\/em\u003e is correctly stamped “\u003cem\u003e322 XXX\u003c\/em\u003e” (matching the guarantee) and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e. The watch will come with a complimentary servicing (at the discretion of the future buyer) from SHWR, Rolex's recommended, authorised, vintage servicing agents in the United Kingdom. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21207036526675,"sku":"CMBYG R670","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Rolex_GMT_Master_1675_8_Rose_Gold_at_A_Collected_Man_London14_4452b153-d426-4f54-8784-cc66903ee1a3.jpg?v=1635777167"},{"product_id":"patek-philippe-5930g-world-time","title":"5930G-001 | World Time Chronograph Cal. CH 28-520 HU | White Gold","description":"The\u003cem\u003e \u003ca title=\"View our collection of rare Patek Philippe watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/patek-philippe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e reference 5930G was first introduced at \u003cem\u003eBaselworld\u003c\/em\u003e in 2016, combining two of the most desirable complications from the brand - a chronograph function and world-time display. As with many recent pieces developed by \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e, the reference is loosely-based upon a historic watch - in this case the unique \u003cem\u003eRef. 1415 HU\u003c\/em\u003e, from the 1940s.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile the \u003cem\u003e5930G\u003c\/em\u003e harks back to this much admired reference, its execution is decidedly modern. Beneath its beveled sapphire crystal, the blue dial is hand-guilloched in a circular pattern, contrasted by luminous-filled, applied white-gold indexes. The reference is also classically sized, at 39.5mm in case diameter and only 12.86mm thick, making it the world's smallest and thinnest world-time chronograph. A nod to its inspired design, the case of the \u003cem\u003e5930\u003c\/em\u003e further features ‘winglet’ style lugs and various brushed and polished finishes across the case.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with other world-time displays from \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e, the function is activated via a pusher at 10 o'clock on the case. The time zone is displayed at 12 o'clock and advanced with each operation. While changing time zone, the hour hand is completely disengaged from the movement, so neither the amplitude, nor the steady progression of the minute hand are affected. The chronograph hand also continues unstirred.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCombining a time display (in 24 different timezones) and 30-minute flyback chronograph within the same watch, is no small feat. \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e achieved this through their caliber CH 28-520 HU - referred to as entirely-new, owing to the various modifications and new parts required, compared with existing calibres. Given the absence of a running seconds hand, the calibre was also developed to keep the chronograph-seconds hand running at all times, maintaining legibility. The calibre features a large, four-spoke \u003cem\u003eGyromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance-wheel, with four poising weights, beating at a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 A\/h), with a guaranteed power reserve of 55 hours (50, with an activated chronograph).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with all contemporary \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e watches, it has the \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e seal, guaranteeing its accuracy to -3 and +2 seconds daily, keeping time better than the industry benchmark chronometer grade movements. The movement is beautifully finished, with exquisite chamfering on all angles, polishing and decoration, in the form of Geneva striping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example comes as a full-set, with its original \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e, dark-blue alligator strap, corresponding \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e white-gold deployant clasp, as well as its accompanying box and original paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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 style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\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\"\u003eWorld Time Chronograph \u003cem\u003eRef. 5930G-001\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 self-winding Cal. \u003cem\u003eCH 28-520 HU\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\"\u003echronograph, world time (24 hour indicator) , 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\"\u003eday-night indicator, display back, hand-made blue guilloché dial\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\"\u003e39.5 mm 18-carat white-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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal dark-blue \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e alligator strap and corresponding, white-gold deployant clasp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eLug:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of 21mm straps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/21-16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e21mm\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\"\u003eJuly 2018\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 - 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 self-winding, white-gold \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe 5930G-001\u003c\/em\u003e Worldtime Chronograph from 2018 is unpolished, in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The bezel shows light superficial marks, consistent with very occasional use, with more noticeable grazing visible on the left-hand side of the case, below the pusher at 10 o’clock (visible in product photography). This can be refinished, at the request of the client. The watch comes as a full-set, with box and papers. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21471742623827,"sku":"WGG P686","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_Worldtime_Chronograph_5930G_A_Collected_Man_London_c68395fb-4546-4ebb-98c0-e74da3701c0f.jpg?v=1645793423"},{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-1675","title":"GMT-Master 1675 | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage, steel \u003cem\u003eRolex GMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e (ref. \u003cem\u003e1675\u003c\/em\u003e), from the late 1960s represents a distinct class of traveller's watch. The reference \u003cem\u003e1675\u003c\/em\u003e debuted in 1959, following the success of the original \u003cem\u003eGMT\u003c\/em\u003e, the reference \u003cem\u003e6542\u003c\/em\u003e. Remarkably, the reference \u003cem\u003e1675\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e was produced for 20 consecutive years, making it one of the longest manufacturing runs in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/acollectedman.com\/collections\/rolex\" title=\"View our collection of rare Rolex watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e's history.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch was previously sold by Andrew Shear, of Sheartime (you can see it in his archive \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sheartime.com\/products\/1965-rolex-gmt-master-ref-16751\" title=\"View the watch in Mr Shear's Archive\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e was originally created for \u003cem\u003ePan American World Airways\u003c\/em\u003e (commonly known as ‘\u003cem\u003ePan-Am\u003c\/em\u003e’), who sought a highly-legible, accurate and functional wristwatch, to be used by pilots for long-haul flights. In the 1950’s and 60’s, especially in North America, there was a boom in both private and commercial aviation, as the development of civil aircraft continued to grow. With pilots flying longer and longer distances, the need for an intuitive timekeeping tool, capable of displaying multiple time zones, became a necessity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to the typical hour, minutes and seconds handset, the GMT complication was designed to allow for setting of a fourth hand, referred to as the ‘GMT’ hand, to the local time followed by adjustment of its rotatable 24-hour bezel, to a second time zone. This specific function is what made the \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e the go-to timepiece for commercial pilots, with the red \u003cem\u003eGMT-hand\u003c\/em\u003e and luminous arrow tip providing excellent visibility in low light.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name ‘GMT’ derives from this functionality and abbreviates 'Greenwich Mean Time' - the time at the \u003cem\u003eRoyal Observatory\u003c\/em\u003e in Greenwich, London. Also known as ‘Coordinated Universal Time’, it is the basis of the world-time clock and is universally used in aviation and weather forecasting, even today, against which all time zones across the world are referenced, as well as on the \u003cem\u003eInternational Space Station\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e 1675, from 1967 (with serial number 133 XXXX), has its original glossy black dial in excellent condition, with gilt ’ROLEX’ and ‘OYSTER PERPETUAL - GMT-MASTER' text referenced on it. The tritium hour markers have aged to a warm patina, whilst the original GMT handset (with small GMT hand) displays a similarly aged tone. The watch also has an iconic, faded 'Pepsi' bezel and comes equipped with a stamped riveted \u003cem\u003eRolex Oyster\u003c\/em\u003e bracelet and clasp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInside the watch, it houses \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e’s calibre \u003cem\u003e1575\u003c\/em\u003e bi-directional, self-winding movement. The mechanism features a lever escapement, 26 jewels, mono-metallic balance and a \u003cem\u003eKIF\u003c\/em\u003e shock-absorber, beating at a rate of 19,800 A\/h, with a power-reserve of 42 hours. Interestingly, some \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e 167 examples display '1570' engraved on the bridge of the calibre. This is a reference to the base-calibre from which the 1575 is derived from (the ‘5’, indicating the inclusion of a date function).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with any design, there is a sweet spot; this watch hits that perfectly. The glossy dial, plexi-glass and faded bezel gives this example a vintage feel which is so desirable in today’s demanding market place. With \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e’s long-anticipated, recent introduction of the steel 'Pepsi' \u003cem\u003eGMT-Master II\u003c\/em\u003e, at \u003cem\u003eBaselworld 2018\u003c\/em\u003e, the 1675's continued desirability is assured.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch is accompanied by its original \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e inner box, punched Chronometer Certificate, punched guarantee paper (dated 1967) and \u003cem\u003eRolex Buenos Aires\u003c\/em\u003e service papers, from 1991.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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 style=\"width: 593px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eGMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003e1675\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003emechanical automatic \u003cspan\u003eCalibre. \u003cem\u003e1575\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003edate, GMT, hours, minutes, center seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003eunrestored gilt dial, original, faded 'Pepsi' bezel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e38mm stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003eplexiglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eOyster\u003c\/em\u003e riveted bracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal inner box, punched chronometer certificate, punched guarantee paper (dated 1967), \u003cem\u003eRolex Buenos Aires\u003c\/em\u003e service papers (1991).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe case of this \u003cem\u003e1675 GMT-Master\u003c\/em\u003e is in good vintage condition, with nicely-preserved thick lugs and original bevels intact. Signs of wear are visible in photography. The original gilt-gloss dial is in excellent condition, with an even glossy finish, no signs of tarnishing\/damage and without fading on the gilt minute markers or the \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e logo. The handset is original matches the dial nicely. The faded 'Pepsi' bezel is well-preserved, with only one hairline scratch visible between 11 and 12 o’clock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch comes with its original inner box, which is slightly cracked on the reverse, along with its original punched chronometer certificate, original punched guarantee paper and \u003cem\u003eRolex Buenos Aires\u003c\/em\u003e service papers from 1991 - all of which have been very well kept. It’s guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21747309314131,"sku":"CPJSS R718","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Rolex_GMT_1675_Gilt_Dial_Full_Set_Steel_Watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London11_7c14f05c-d741-4964-a78d-c41c468e3806.jpg?v=1635777201"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-resonance-platinum","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | Gold Movement | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, platinum F. P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance watch is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. First introduced in 1999, the Chronomètre à Résonance was the second serial production watch 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\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2004, Journe, the brand, began manufacturing movements from 18-carat gold, having developed the brand sufficiently to further the manufacturing process. The Chronomètre à Résonance Calibre 1499.2 in this example is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue. Whilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance 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 white-gold dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (Latin for 'Invented and Made') in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The signature hands form a distinct contrast to the silver and grey dial. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499.2 movement is 18k rose-gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronize the seconds’ hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the introduction of the “Gold-Era” in late 2004, F.P. Journe introduced a slightly updated Chronomètre à Résonance with a new reference, RN (Resonance Nouveau), or 'New Resonance'. With this introduction, all existing calibers carried over were issued with new caliber codes. In the case of the Chronomètre à Résonance ref. RN, the caliber was referred to as 1499.2; indicating the second version of the movement. The ref. RN used two movements; caliber 1499.2 (seen in this example), showing the shift to rose-gold and later the 1499.3, which indicated a new power-reserve. It's believed that very few of the 1499.2 movements were made during a short transitional period between 2005 to 2006 - consequently, making them rarer than first generation, brass-movement pieces. You can \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thejourneguy.com\/traveling-through-time-with-f-p-journes-resonance-part-2\/\" title=\"Read more about the brass-movements on The Journe Guy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eread more\u003c\/a\u003e about this in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejourneguy\/?hl=en\" title=\"Follow @thejourneguy on Instagram\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Journe Guy\u003c\/a\u003e’s in-depth study.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earliest works of François-Paul Journe, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology. Housed in a 40mm platinum case, this F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance represents a modern take on Journe's original, inspired design. Monsieur Journe’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\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance comes as a full-set, with an original F.P Journe, black alligator strap; a dark grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey Helsinki nubuck strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm); corresponding platinum tang buckle, its accompanying box, guarantee card and paperwork. It’s numbered #8 of the series, corresponding with the original guarantee and sales receipt, from Japan-based retailer Kamine.\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 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;\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance Second Series RN\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. 1499.2\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;\"\u003edate, multiple time zones, 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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, display-back, power-reserve display\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\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, 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;\"\u003edark-grey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"View our grey Helsinki nubuck strap with curved ends\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap; F. P Journe alligator strap with tang 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;\"\u003e2005\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, box, warranty card, papers, original sales receipt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis F. P. Journe Resonance 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":21771516543059,"sku":"CDSPT F825","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Resonance_40mm_platinum_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London12_2.jpg?v=1778572941"},{"product_id":"journe-brass-movement-resonance","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | Brass Movement | 38mm | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, early brass-movement gold dial platinum F. P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance watch is in mint condition and was recently sold, in July 2018, through F.P. Journe’s Patrimoine service. The Patrimoine service is F.P. Journe’s official pre-owned service, which acquires and services rare timepiece from past collections that are no longer in production, then offers them for sale to consumers, accompanied by a 3 year warranty. First introduced in 2000, the Chronomètre à Résonance was the second serial production watch 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\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/fp-journe-tourbillon-brass-movement?variant=5408716750879\" title=\"View an early, brass movement Tourbillon from F. P. Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebrass-movement pieces\u003c\/a\u003e which command more interest from collectors. It is estimated that only around 2000 brass examples were produced, across all lines, and were manufactured exclusively between 2001 and 2004. Brass-movement F.P. Journe pieces are highly-sought by collectors, owing to their rarity and unique place in the brand’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance movement is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called 'resonance'. The complication is explained by François-Paul The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue. Whilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance 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 yellow gold dial is delicately textured, with a subtle shimmering finish, and displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The signature F.P. Journe style blue hands form a distinct contrast to the gold and grey dial. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499 movement is rhodium-plated brass, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronize the seconds’ hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earliest works of François-Paul Journe, effortlessly blend traditional 19th-century watchmaking with modern haute-horology. Housed in a 38 mm platinum case, this F.P. Journe ‘Chronomètre à Résonance’ is one of few pieces that represent its original, inspired design – the classic 38 mm case, now no longer in production. Monsieur Journe’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 collectors as ‘the ones to buy’, with such effects continuing to impact auction results in a measurable fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch comes with a brand new dark blue F. P Journe alligator strap, and a matching platinum tang buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewings are available at our office 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;\"\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;\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance \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. 1499.2\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;\"\u003emultiple time zones, 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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, display-back, power-reserve display\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 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;\"\u003edark blue alligator strap with platinum tang 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\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\" style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2003 (resold in 2018 through the F.P. Journe Patrimoine service)\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, USB instruction manual, Patrimoine certificate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F. P. Journe Resonance is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality, having been serviced in 2018 by F.P. Journe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man, and with its remaining F.P. Journe warranty of 3 years (from July 2018).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27853857062995,"sku":"WPT F737","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_A_Resonance_Brass_Movement_A_Collected_Man_London14_2.jpg?v=1778572446"},{"product_id":"fp-journe-chronometre-resonance-38mm-steel","title":"Steel Chronomètre à Résonance | Limited Edition | 38mm | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 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’s\u003c\/a\u003e most iconic watches in stainless steel, with gold dials, rose-gold movements and sized at 38mm. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \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 in the collection, including the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/journe-brass-movement-resonance?variant=27853857062995\" title=\"View the F. P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance with an early brass movement\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/a\u003e, have been discontinued. Moreover, the original version of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/fp-journe-tourbillon-brass-movement?variant=5408716750879\" title=\"View the F.P. Journe Chronometre Tourbillon 38mm brass movement\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTourbillon Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e had never been made with a gold movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example, the F. P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance, is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. First introduced in 1999, the Chronomètre à Résonance was the second serial production watch by François-Paul Journe.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance movement is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by M. François-Paul thusly,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cem\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue. Whilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance 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 golden-yellow dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (Latin for “Invented and Made”) in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499 movement is 18-carat rose gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronize the seconds’ hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe 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\u003eWhilst this watch doesn’t come with its original paperwork, as these were attributed to the set as a whole, it will come with a letter from A Collected Man confirming its authenticity, and the buyer may separately request an archive extract from Journe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreviously sold watches (from a different 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, \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, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-chronometre-souverain-38mm-steel\" title=\"View the 38 mm F. P. Journe Chronometre Souveraine in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre Souverain\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/buy-fp-journe-chronometre-resonance-38mm-steel?variant=5228762660895\" title=\"View the 38 mm F. P. Journe Chronometre Resonance in steel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/a\u003e are archived 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.\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;\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance - Limited Edition of 38 pieces\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. 1499\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;\"\u003emultiple time zones, hours, minutes, sub-seconds, power-reserve\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, 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;\"\u003e38mm 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;\"\u003eblue alligator strap (short) with steel deployant 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;\"\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;\"\u003e -\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F. P. Journe Resonance 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\/p\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27894141911123,"sku":"CBCSS F768","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_Resonance_Limited_Edition_steel_watch_at_A_Collected_Man_London11_2.jpg?v=1778572074"},{"product_id":"5131j-enamel-dial-yellow-gold","title":"World Time 5131J | Yellow Gold","description":"The \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/patek-philippe\" title=\"View our collection of Patek Philippe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/a\u003e reference 5131J\u003c\/em\u003e was introduced in 2006, as the latest chapter in a legacy of world time wristwatches (namely the references \u003cem\u003e1415 HU\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e2523\u003c\/em\u003e). The \u003cem\u003eref. 5131J\u003c\/em\u003e features a  Cottier-inspired, \u003cstrong\u003eworld-time mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ehand-made cloisonné enamel dial\u003c\/strong\u003e; the latter, depicting Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing its predecessor (the \u003cem\u003eref. 5130\u003c\/em\u003e), the \u003cem\u003e5131J\u003c\/em\u003e presents a number of distinguishable differences; most notably, the use of closionné enamel for the dial. Twenty-four cities are also displayed on the outer edge of the dial, with ‘\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e’ and ‘\u003cem\u003eGenève\u003c\/em\u003e’ signatures engraved on the bezel. The \u003cem\u003e5131 World Time\u003c\/em\u003e is limited by production, with\u003cstrong\u003e only a small number of closionné dials made each year\u003c\/strong\u003e - requiring intricate, specialist skill. The result, is an original display of craftsmanship, finely outlined in yellow gold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e5131J-014\u003c\/em\u003e (seen in this example) followed the \u003cem\u003ereference 5131J-001,\u003c\/em\u003e and was produced for less than two years before the reference was eventually discontinued, making them relatively rare. In the design, three of the cities were changed (Caracas to La Paz, Moscow to Riyadh but Moscow re-appearing, in place of Dubai), and it’s believed the colours of the enamel also became more vibrant, over the \u003cem\u003e5131J-001\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e5131’s\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eworld-time mechanism harks back to the 1930s\u003c\/strong\u003e, when talented Geneva watchmaker, Louis Cottier, devised an ingenious, ultra-thin mechanism, which simultaneously displayed the correct hours across the world's time zones (through a rotating 24-hour ring) and local time. The concentric, 24-hour chapter-ring is divided into nocturnal and diurnal hours. In the design, the local time zone is set at the 12 o'clock position, with the hour and minute hand set at local time. The correct time (hours and minutes) is then displayed for every time zone in the world simultaneously (with clear local-time indication) on a single dial. In 1959, Patek Philippe obtained a patent for Cottier's device - introducing the calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e, in 1999.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowered by the above-mentioned, ultra-thin calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e (‘Heure Universelle’), the self-winding movement features a 22K gold micro-rotor, allowing for a height less than 3.9mm; despite the world-time mechanism, placed dial-side on top of the movement. The calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e features a \u003cem\u003eSpiromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance spring (made of silicon-based \u003cem\u003eSilinvar\u003c\/em\u003e), working in conjunction with a \u003cem\u003eGyromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance-wheel. The movement is beautifully finished, with fine Geneva stripes, perlage and anglage, as well as exquisite chamfering on all angles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e ref. \u003cem\u003e5131J-014\u003c\/em\u003e is accompanied by its original inner and outer boxes, literature, leather folder and stamped Certificate of Origin. The watch comes with its original matte-brown, alligator strap and corresponding yellow gold deployant buckle. It's fitted to one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/marrakesh-saffiano-brown-watch-strap?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=bb47f9809\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"View our tan Saffiano Marrakesh watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMarrakesh\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e tan saffiano straps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings 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\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\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\"\u003eWorld Time Ref. \u003cem\u003e5131J-014\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic - Calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU \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\"\u003eworld time, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edisplay back, \u003cspan\u003eclosionné \u003c\/span\u003eenamel dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e39.5 mm yellow 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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edark brown\u003cem\u003e Patek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e alligator strap, \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/marrakesh-saffiano-brown-watch-strap?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=bb47f9809\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"View our tan Saffiano Marrakesh watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarrakesh\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003esaffiano strap, yellow gold deployant buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal box\u003cspan\u003e, literature and leather folder, Certificate of Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis yellow gold,\u003cem\u003e Patek Philippe 5131J-014 World Time\u003c\/em\u003e watch is in very good condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The case is unpolished and has light superficial marks throughout (consistent with occasional wear). The top left and right lugs have three small imperfections (visible in creative photography). The watch comes as a full-set, with box and stamped Certificate of Origin. It’s guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30267190313043,"sku":"CKNYG_P846","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_5131J_0144_Worldtime_enamel_dial_yellow_gold_at_A_Collected_Man_London11_copy_copy_29247730-66a8-4e24-9232-f73131a68626.jpg?v=1645799521"},{"product_id":"grand-reverso-duoface-blue-steel","title":"Grand Reverso Duoface | Boutique Blue | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre Grand Reverso\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eUltra-Thin Duoface “Blue“\u003c\/em\u003e watch is one of very few ‘Boutique Edition’ pieces, created as a tribute to the earliest \u003cem\u003eReverso\u003c\/em\u003e wristwatches. The blue lacquer dial is carefully colour-matched to that of a similar 1933 \u003cem\u003eReverso\u003c\/em\u003e, creating a contemporary twist on a vintage classic.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAn Early Sports Watch\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1931, the \u003cem\u003eReverso\u003c\/em\u003e was born out of functional necessity. Its purpose stemmed from a common complaint by British officers stationed in India, often disgruntled by the damaging of their wristwatch glass during polo matches. Swiss businessman and brand associate of the time, César de Trey, conveyed this message to his supplier Jacques-David LeCoultre, bringing about a solution in the form of a wristwatch with a swiveling face, allowing the case to be ‘reversed’ in order to protect the glass. It was actively promoted “Pour Les Heures D’Activites Physique”, and is unofficially classified as one of the first sports watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Duoface Blue\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast forward to 2013, the \u003cem\u003eGrand Reverso\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eUltra-Thin Duoface “Blue“\u003c\/em\u003e was inspired by a highly-collectable variation from the 1930s (with a blue dial), and revealed as part of the brand's 180th anniversary celebration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eGrand Reverso\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eUltra-Thin Duoface\u003c\/em\u003e is sized at a contemporary 46.5mm x 27.5mm (9mm thick) and has a distinctive, stepped, rectangular case. The iconic reversible housing features angular, straight lugs and is polished throughout. The case-back is brushed and displays the manufacture's signature, along with ‘\u003cem\u003eREVERSO\u003c\/em\u003e’, ‘\u003cem\u003eSpecial Edition\u003c\/em\u003e’ and its unique reference numbers engraved. On the reverse side, the watch features an entirely different dial, showing a second timezone. This second, opaline white dial is finished with Clous de Paris guilloché, with luminous-filled, sword-shaped hands, indicating the hours and minutes. Below the main dial at 6 o'clock, a 24-hour sub-dial is shown, with \"Day\" and \"Night\" indicators printed on both sides.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lacquer dial is a vibrant royal blue and has a fluid, glossy finish. The applied, rhodium-plated, polished struck hour-markers compliment the dial tone, coordinating perfectly with the traditional baton handset. The \u003cem\u003e\"Reverso\"\u003c\/em\u003e script, printed at 12 o'clock, utilises the same font used on the first 1931 \u003cem\u003eReverso\u003c\/em\u003e. It also has its original signed crown, and comes equipped with its \u003cem\u003eJLC\u003c\/em\u003e-stamped tang buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre Reverso\u003c\/em\u003e is powered by the 21-jewel Cal. 854\/1 manual-winding movement (tracking both timezones), beating at a rate of 21,600 A\/h, boasting a power reserve of up to 45 hours. The button on the right case-side (above the winding-crown) adjusts the second timezone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eRedefining the Reverso\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eReverso\u003c\/em\u003e was somewhat of a utilitarian solution to a practical problem, but has since reinvented itself into a contemporary dress watch, fully-retaining its identity. Throughout its 86 year production run, the dial has often proved the canvas on which \u003cem\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre\u003c\/em\u003e have experimented and redefined itself. The \u003cem\u003eDuoface “Blue”\u003c\/em\u003e encapsulates this is the best possible way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewings are currently suspended for the time being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\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\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre\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\u003cem\u003eGrand Reverso Ultra-Thin Duoface Blue\u003c\/em\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. 854\/1\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;\"\u003edual timezone: hours, minutes, 24-hours and day\/night indicator\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;\"\u003especial edition, blue lacquer dial\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;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46.5 x 27.5 mm (9mm thickness)\u003c\/span\u003e\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\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\u003ci\u003eTokyo\u003c\/i\u003e grey grained calfskin strap (with \u003cem\u003eACM\u003c\/em\u003e buckle), original burgundy \u003cem\u003eJLC\u003c\/em\u003e calf strap and \u003cem\u003eJLC\u003c\/em\u003e steel pin buckle\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, papers, product literature, servicing paperwork (2020)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis \u003cem\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre Grand Reverso Boutique Edition \"Blue\"\u003c\/em\u003e watch is in excellent condition, with only minor superficial marks on the caseback. It comes with its original box and stamped papers, as well as a recent servicing receipt from \u003cem\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre\u003c\/em\u003e in London, dated 2020. The case front was lightly valeted (with the caseback left untouched), and the crown replaced. The watch comes with the remainder of its 2-year servicing warranty from \u003cem\u003eJaeger-LeCoultre\u003c\/em\u003e, and a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Jaeger-LeCoultre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31354792607827,"sku":"CHLSS_J942","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Jaeger_LeCoultre_Grand_Reverso_Ultra_Thin_Duoface_Blue_A_Collected_Man_London13_138467ca-0b5a-4717-92ee-76566ee990e8.jpg?v=1638800236"},{"product_id":"explorer-ii-1655-steel","title":"Explorer II 1655 | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eRolex Explorer II ref. 1655\u003c\/em\u003e perfectly encapsulates \u003ca title=\"Rolex\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/rolex\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRolex’s\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e unparalleled ability to fuse ruggedness with enduring design. Thanks to its thick steel case, distinctive dial and vivid, ‘big arrow’ orange 24-hour indicator, it achieves an unmistakable presence on the wrist. As the first \u003cem\u003eExplorer II\u003c\/em\u003e reference, it also happens to be a \u003cstrong\u003ehistorically significant piece and features small, distinctive details which collectors enjoy pouring over.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchased by the original owner in 1973, whilst holidaying in the Seychelles (for the heavily discounted price of $100), it was serviced for the first time by \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e in 2011\u003c\/strong\u003e, through Norwich-based jeweller \u003cem\u003eWindsor Bishop\u003c\/em\u003e.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Story of the Explorer II\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe origins of the \u003cem\u003eExplorer\u003c\/em\u003e begin in 1953, as a prototype designed for professional use. Typically thought of as the most durable of the \u003cem\u003eOyster\u003c\/em\u003e family, the \u003cem\u003eRolex Explorer\u003c\/em\u003e has always been closely associated with the rigours of extreme adventure and exploration. Famously tested during the Himalayan expeditions, there aren’t many mechanical timepieces more deserving of the reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eExplorer II\u003c\/em\u003e was produced alongside the original \u003cem\u003eExplorer\u003c\/em\u003e line, with the former providing additional functionality aimed at speleologists. For those unaware, speleology is the scientific study of caves and other karst features, such as their structure and physical properties. A perfect combination of science and adventure. Much like \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e, some could argue. On top of its rugged and functional design, the orange 24-hour hand of the \u003cem\u003eExplorer II\u003c\/em\u003e was meant to be used by speleologists during their exploration of dark caves, as a way to distinguish day from night. As a \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e advertisement from the period puts it,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The scientists involved in observing volcanoes need completely reliable watches to record the changing temperature of gases and the magma flung by volcanic action. The figures they collect help them to understand the whys and hows of this basic phenomenon: the Earth’s volcanism.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\nAs with any \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e sports model, \u003cstrong\u003ethe \u003cem\u003eref. 1655’s\u003c\/em\u003e ties to sporting endeavour and prominent ownership only enhance the enduring appeal of the reference.\u003c\/strong\u003e The orange-hand \u003cem\u003eExplorer\u003c\/em\u003e was often photographed on the wrist of renowned cave-explorer Jean-François Pernette, which featured prominently in a French \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e advertisement for the watch during the late 1970s. The \u003cem\u003eExplorer II\u003c\/em\u003e was also famously worn by legendary Italian mountaineer Reinhold Messner, who’s achievements typify the lasting significance of \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e associations. Despite these relationships, the \u003cem\u003eRolex Explorer II\u003c\/em\u003e was relatively unsuccessful commercially, only adding to its rarity.\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eref. 1655\u003c\/em\u003e offered here has a \u003cem\u003eMark II\u003c\/em\u003e dial. It is \u003cstrong\u003every well preserved, with a matte black finish, alternating square and baton tritium markers\u003c\/strong\u003e and classic ‘\u003cem\u003eROLEX\u003c\/em\u003e’ and ‘\u003cem\u003eOYSTER PERPETUAL DATE\u003c\/em\u003e’ - ‘\u003cem\u003eEXPLORER II\u003c\/em\u003e’ references on it. Like the fully preserved hour markers, the tritium lume on the hands has aged to a golden yellow patina, matching the indexes perfectly. The watch also features the correct \u003cem\u003eMark I\u003c\/em\u003e bezel and straight seconds hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe steel \u003cem\u003eOyster\u003c\/em\u003e case \u003cstrong\u003efully retains its original shape, with minimal signs of polishing\u003c\/strong\u003e. The brushed finish on the lugs is clearly visible, while the polished sides are in very good condition. The watch also comes with a service replacement \u003cem\u003eOyster\u003c\/em\u003e bracelet (stamped 78360) and matching end-links (stamped 580). The bracelet is unworn since it was replaced by \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e in 2011.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInside the watch, it houses \u003cem\u003eRolex’s\u003c\/em\u003e calibre 1575 bi-directional, self-winding movement, also found in the \u003cem\u003eRolex GMT-Master \u003ca title=\"Rolex GMT-Master 1675\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/all\/products\/rolex-gmt-master-1675?variant=21747309314131\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eref. 1675\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. The mechanism features a lever escapement, 26 jewels, mono-metallic balance and a KIF shock-absorber, beating at a rate of 19,800 A\/h, with a power-reserve of 42 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis watch is accompanied by its original \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e inner box, punched guarantee booklet (dated April 1973), punched chronometer certification, \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e paperwork holder and \u003cem\u003eExplorer\u003c\/em\u003e card. It also comes with a service guarantee from \u003cem\u003eRolex UK\u003c\/em\u003e, from 2011.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhilst the \u003cem\u003eRolex Explorer II ref. 1655\u003c\/em\u003e may not conjure images of the the golden age of aviation, \u003cem\u003e24 Hours of Daytona\u003c\/em\u003e or deep-sea exploration, the trademark orange hand (from which it takes its “\u003cem\u003eFreccione\u003c\/em\u003e” monicker), makes it stand out among the other members of the \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e family.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloser look \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 593px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eExplorer II\u003c\/i\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003e1655\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003emechanical automatic \u003cspan\u003eCalibre. \u003cem\u003e1575\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003edate, 24-hour, hours, minutes, centre seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003eunrestored \u003cem\u003eMKII\u003c\/em\u003e dial, early bezel, straight seconds hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e39mm stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003eplexiglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eOyster\u003c\/em\u003e bracelet (78360) end-links (580)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 153.15625px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 424.84375px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal inner box, punched chronometer certificate, punched guarantee paper (dated 1973), \u003cem\u003eRolex UK\u003c\/em\u003e service guarantee card (2011).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe case of this \u003cem\u003e1655 Explorer II\u003c\/em\u003e is in good condition, with nicely-preserved thick lugs and strong bevels. The case appears to have been polished during its first servicing in 2011. The \u003cem\u003eMKII\u003c\/em\u003e dial is in excellent condition, with an even finish, no signs of tarnishing\/damage and without fading on the minute markers or the \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e logo. The handset matches the tritium dial nicely. The early bezel is also well-preserved.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch comes with its original inner box, along with its original punched chronometer certificate, original punched guarantee paper and \u003cem\u003eRolex UK\u003c\/em\u003e service papers from 2011 - all of which have been very well kept. The original bracelet was updated to the current version by \u003cem\u003eRolex\u003c\/em\u003e in 2011 (as we believe the date disc). It’s guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31721513058387,"sku":"CEWSS_R978","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Rolex_Explorer_II_1655_39mm_steel_A_Collected_Man_London9_7a16bf12-e919-4957-982f-1ab8674897ca.jpg?v=1635939487"},{"product_id":"world-time-5130g-white-gold","title":"World Time 5130G | White Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/patek-philippe\" title=\"View our collection of Patek Philippe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/a\u003e reference 5130\/1G-011\u003c\/em\u003e was introduced in 2006, as the latest chapter in a legacy of world time wristwatches (namely the references \u003cem\u003e1415 HU\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e2523\u003c\/em\u003e). This \u003cem\u003eref. 5130\/1G-011\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003efeatures a Cottier-inspired world-time mechanism, as well as a seldom-seen white gold removable bracelet.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe World Time\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e5130G’s\u003c\/em\u003e world-time mechanism harks back to the 1930s, when talented Geneva watchmaker, Louis Cottier, devised an ingenious, ultra-thin mechanism, which simultaneously displayed the correct hours across the world's time zones (through a rotating 24-hour ring) and local time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concentric, 24-hour chapter-ring is divided into nocturnal and diurnal hours. In the design, the local time zone is set at the 12 o'clock position, with the hour and minute hand set at local time. The correct time (hours and minutes) is then displayed for every time zone in the world simultaneously (with clear local-time indication) on a single dial. In 1959, Patek Philippe obtained a patent for Cottier's device - introducing the calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e, in 1999.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwenty-four cities are displayed on the silver outer edge of the dial, with a h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand-guilloché pattern found in the middle. The oversized Observatoire-style hands are reminiscent of \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e's great world time watches from the past, as well as providing enhanced legibility against the stark black centre portion of the dial. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 39.5mm in diameter, the case of the \u003cem\u003e5130G\u003c\/em\u003e is both contemporary and classic in its design. Its rounded shape, from its curved crown guards to its elongated lugs, lend fluidity and elegance to the watch. Polished throughout, the white gold case complements the ornate design of the dial. The pusher on the left side of the case is used to advance the hour hand forward in one-hour increments to set the local time when one is travelling. A truly functional complication, which may still prove useful today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeldom seen, this particular example is also accompanied by a removable white gold bracelet, which was only made available to clients on the later version of the reference, before it was discontinued in 2016. Consisting of thick, polished links, the bracelet lends a completely different aesthetic to the watch than if it were accompanied by a leather strap. T\u003c\/span\u003ehe finishing on the case and bracelet are similar and equally impressive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by the above-mentioned, ultra-thin calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e (‘Heure Universelle’), the self-winding movement features a 22K gold micro-rotor, allowing for a height less than 3.9mm; despite the world-time mechanism, placed dial-side on top of the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e features a \u003cem\u003eSpiromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance spring (made of silicon-based \u003cem\u003eSilinvar\u003c\/em\u003e), working in conjunction with a \u003cem\u003eGyromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance-wheel. The movement is beautifully finished, with fine Geneva stripes, perlage and anglage, as well as exquisite chamfering on all angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e ref. \u003cem\u003e5130\/1G-011\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e is accompanied by its original inner and outer boxes, literature, leather folder and stamped Certificate of Origin. The watch comes with its original white gold \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e bracelet.\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\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\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\"\u003eWorld Time Ref. \u003cem\u003e5130\/1G-011\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic - Calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU \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\"\u003eworld time, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edisplay back, \u003cspan\u003eclosionné \u003c\/span\u003eenamel dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e39.5 mm white 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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e white gold bracelet\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2014 (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\"\u003eoriginal box\u003cspan\u003e, literature and leather folder, Certificate of Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis white gold,\u003cem\u003e Patek Philippe 5130\/1G-011\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWorld Time\u003c\/em\u003e watch is in very good condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. The white gold bracelet has 14 links (not including the end pieces connected to the case or clasp), which should fit a 7-inch wrist and below. The watch comes as a full-set, with box and stamped Certificate of Origin. It’s guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31871203541075,"sku":"WGG_P968","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_5131_1G_011_World_Time_A_Collected_Man_London13_59995080-c0c1-4bf6-9996-cb6d17076474.jpg?v=1645805909"},{"product_id":"chronometre-a-resonance-gold-movement-1499-2-platinum","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | Gold Movement | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly-coveted, 40mm platinum F. P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance watch is in excellent condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. First introduced in 1999, the Chronomètre à Résonance was the second serial production watch 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\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e. It has since become synonymous with the watchmaker, as one of his most ingenious and recognised inventions. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance RN movement in this example is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates. Initially, unsuccessfully attempted in a pocket watch in 1983, Journe was able to hone the phenomenon of acoustic resonance in a wristwatch some fifteen years later, with the prototypes displayed at his first Basel Fair in 1999. Ever since, the model has gained a cult status among collectors. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-rexhep-rexhepi\"\u003eRexhep Rexhepi\u003c\/a\u003e, an independent watchmaker who previously worked for Journe, put it, “When I think of Francois-Paul Journe, I think of the Resonance.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE DESIGN\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance 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 white-gold dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (Latin for 'Invented and Made') in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The signature hands form a distinct contrast to the silver and grey dial. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499.2 movement is 18k rose-gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronize the seconds’ hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE MOVEMENT\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499.2 movement is 18k rose-gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronise the seconds’ hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE TRANSITIONAL 1499.2\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the introduction of the “Gold Era” in late 2004, F.P. Journe introduced a slightly updated version of Chronomètre à Résonance known as the RN (Resonance Nouveau), or 'New Resonance'. With this introduction, all existing movement calibers were issued with new caliber codes. In the case of the Chronomètre à Résonance RN, this was referred to as the calibre 1499.2; indicating the second version of the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ref. RN used two movements; caliber 1499.2 (seen in this example), representing the change to rose-gold and later the 1499.3, to indicate a newly updated power-reserve. It's understood that few of the 1499.2 movements were made during a transitional period between 2005 to 2006 - consequently, occurring in smaller numbers than first-generation, brass-movement pieces. You can \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thejourneguy.com\/traveling-through-time-with-f-p-journes-resonance-part-2\/\"\u003eread more\u003c\/a\u003e about this in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejourneguy\/?hl=en\"\u003eThe Journe Guy\u003c\/a\u003e’s in-depth study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE SET\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance RN comes with an original F.P Journe, black alligator strap, a grey grained leather strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and corresponding platinum tang buckle. It's also accompanied the original inner and outer boxes, stamped guarantee card, booklet and servicing paperwork from F.P. Journe (from April 2020).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 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;\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance Second Series RN\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. 1499.2\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;\"\u003edate, duel 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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, display-back, power-reserve display\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\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, 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;\"\u003egrey grained leather strap; F. P Journe alligator strap with platinum 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;\"\u003e2007\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 inner and outer boxes, stamped guarantee card, booklet and servicing paperwork from F.P. Journe (from April 2020).\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 Chronomètre à Résonance RN is in excellent condition, having recently been serviced by the manufacture. The case was refinished as part of the overall service of the piece 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 A Collected Man.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31920809476179,"sku":"WPT_F946","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_a_Resonance_40mm_1499.2_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London11_2.jpg?v=1778568939"},{"product_id":"chronometre-a-resonance-38mm","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | Gold Movement | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 38mm, platinum Chronomètre à Résonance RN (or Résonance Nouveau) is one of the second series of Resonance watches produced by F. P. Journe. First introduced in 1999, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/a-collectors-guide-to-early-f-p-journe\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/a\u003e was only the second serial production watch by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-story-of-early-f-p-journe\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e. It has since become synonymous with the watchmaker, as one of his most ingenious and recognised inventions. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example is housed in a 38mm case, despite being part of the second series of Resonance watches (typically only found in a larger size). It was originally delivered in a 40mm platinum case, with F.P. Journe later swapping the case to a 38mm one, at the request of the client. This is confirmed by F.P. Journe paperwork accompanying the watch, which details the replacement of the case and case number (which differs from that on the original guarantee card). It is also powered by a 1499.2 rose gold movement, which was made during a transitional period between 2005 to 2006. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance RN movement in this example is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates. Initially, unsuccessfully attempted in a pocket watch in 1983, Journe was able to hone the phenomenon of acoustic resonance in a wristwatch some fifteen years later, with the prototypes displayed at his first Basel Fair in 1999. Ever since, the model has gained a cult status among collectors. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-rexhep-rexhepi\"\u003eRexhep Rexhepi\u003c\/a\u003e, an independent watchmaker who previously worked for Journe, put it, “When I think of Francois-Paul Journe, I think of the Resonance.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE DESIGN\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a 38mm platinum case, the Chronomètre à Résonance RN represents a modern take on Journe's original, inspired design. The white-gold dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (Latin for 'Invented and Made') in classic F.P Journe style - a nod to signing conventions of a century ago. The signature hands form a distinct contrast to the silver and grey dial. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE MOVEMENT\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499.2 movement is 18k rose-gold, with fausses-côtes embellishments, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronise the seconds’ hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE TRANSITIONAL 1499.2\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the introduction of the “Gold Era” in late 2004, F.P. Journe introduced a slightly updated version of Chronomètre à Résonance known as the RN (Resonance Nouveau), or 'New Resonance'. With this introduction, all existing movement calibers were issued with new caliber codes. In the case of the Chronomètre à Résonance RN, this was referred to as the calibre 1499.2; indicating the second version of the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ref. RN used two movements; caliber 1499.2 (seen in this example), representing the change to rose-gold and later the 1499.3, to indicate a newly updated power-reserve. It's understood that few of the 1499.2 movements were made during a transitional period between 2005 to 2006 - consequently, occurring in smaller numbers than first-generation, brass-movement pieces. You can \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thejourneguy.com\/traveling-through-time-with-f-p-journes-resonance-part-2\/\"\u003eread more\u003c\/a\u003e about this in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejourneguy\/?hl=en\"\u003eThe Journe Guy\u003c\/a\u003e’s in-depth study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE SET\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance RN comes with an original F.P Journe, black alligator strap, a blue \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/la-rochelle-blue-leather-watch-strap\" title=\"View our La Rochelle grained leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLa Rochelle\u003c\/a\u003e grained leather strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and corresponding platinum tang buckle. It's also accompanied the original inner and outer boxes, stamped guarantee card and paperwork detailing the case replacement by F.P. Journe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 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;\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance Second Series RN\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. 1499.2\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;\"\u003edate, duel 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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, display-back, power-reserve display\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;\"\u003e38mm 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, 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\/la-rochelle-blue-leather-watch-strap\" title=\"View our La Rochelle grained leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLa Rochelle\u003c\/a\u003e grained leather strap; F. P Journe alligator strap with platinum 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;\"\u003e2005\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;\"\u003einner and outer boxes, original guarantee card, paperwork detailing the case replacement\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 Chronomètre à Résonance RN is in excellent condition. The case has been very well preserved, with minor signs of very light wear (notably a superficial mark on the top right lug, as well as a few fine marks on the reverse of the top right lug). It's 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":31981093716051,"sku":"WPT_F1010","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_A_Resonance_38mm_platinum_white_gold_dial_A_Collected_Man_London13_2.jpg?v=1778496320"},{"product_id":"chronometre-a-resonance-brass-movement-rose-gold","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 38mm, rose gold Chronomètre à Résonance is one of the first series of Resonance watches produced by F. P. Journe. First introduced in 1999, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/a-collectors-guide-to-early-f-p-journe\" title=\"Resonance\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/a\u003e was only the second serial production watch by \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. It has since become synonymous with the watchmaker, as one of his most ingenious and recognised inventions. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first series of Chronomètre à Resonance watches are understood to only have been made in platinum and rose gold, with the latter being rarer. This is also the case for the earliest Tourbillion Souverain examples. A small handful of two-tone Resonance watches were also produced during the brass movement period, combining the two materials. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance movement is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\" title=\"F.P. Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-Paul\u003c\/a\u003e thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates. Initially, unsuccessfully attempted in a pocket watch in 1983, Journe was able to hone the phenomenon of acoustic resonance in a wristwatch some fifteen years later, with the prototypes displayed at his first Basel Fair in 1999. Ever since, the model has gained a cult status among collectors. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-rexhep-rexhepi\"\u003eRexhep Rexhepi\u003c\/a\u003e, an independent watchmaker who previously worked for Journe, put it, “When I think of Francois-Paul Journe, I think of the Resonance.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE DESIGN\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a 38mm rose gold case, it's made distinctive by a number of signature elements throughout. The white-gold dial is delicately textured, transitioning to a champagne tone from different angles. It displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (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. The signature hands form a distinct contrast to the silver and grey dial. At 12 o’clock is a power reserve indicator of 40 hours. Overall, the dial layout is clean and highly legible. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE MOVEMENT\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499 movement is rhodium-plated brass, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronise the seconds’ hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eBRASS MOVEMENT\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2004, Journe switched to 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 that command more interest from collectors. It is estimated that only 2000 brass movements were ever produced, across all lines, and were manufactured exclusively between 2001 and circa 2004. These earlier pieces are now highly-sought after, owing to their unique placement in the brand's history and rarity. The combination of a rose gold case and white gold dial (with a brass movement) in the earliest examples of the Chronomètre à Résonance, is thought to have been made in less than 40 examples, only adding to this appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE SET\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance comes with an original F.P Journe, alligator strap, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/valletta-20x19\" title=\"Valletta\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eValletta\u003c\/a\u003e light tan nubuck strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and corresponding rose gold F.P. Journe deployant clasp. It's also accompanied by newly updated inner and outer boxes, along with a Certificate of Authenticity from F.P. Journe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewings are currently suspended for the time being.\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 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;\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\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. 1499 rhodium-plated brass\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;\"\u003edate, duel 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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, display-back, power-reserve display\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;\"\u003e38mm 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, 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\/valletta-20x19\" title=\"Valletta\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eValletta\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap; F. P Journe alligator strap with rose gold deployant clasp\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;\"\u003ecirca 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;\"\u003einner and outer boxes, Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis rose gold, F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance with brass movement in excellent condition. The case has been very well preserved, with minor signs of very light wear. It's 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":32010293280851,"sku":"WRG_F1001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_a_Resonance_rose_gold_brass_movement_A_Collected_Man_London17_2.jpg?v=1778568486"},{"product_id":"chronometre-a-resonance-rt-rose-gold","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | RT | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 40mm, platinum \u003ci\u003eChronomètre à Résonance RT\u003c\/i\u003e (or \u003ci\u003eRésonance Trios\u003c\/i\u003e) is one of the third series of \u003ci\u003eResonance\u003c\/i\u003e watches produced by \u003ci\u003eF. P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e. First introduced in 1999, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/a-collectors-guide-to-early-f-p-journe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e was only the second serial production watch by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-story-of-early-f-p-journe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. It has since become synonymous with the watchmaker, as one of his most ingenious and recognised inventions.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eref. RT\u003c\/em\u003e marked the 10th anniversary of the \u003cem\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/em\u003e, reintroducing the model with a newly designed dial layout. Using the \u003cem\u003eRésonance’s\u003c\/em\u003e independent time-setting capability, the \u003cem\u003eref. RT\u003c\/em\u003e incorporates a 24-hour disc alongside the traditional time display, to show multiple time zones. Having been \u003cstrong\u003enicknamed the \"parking meter\"\u003c\/strong\u003e amongst collectors, the result is perhaps \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe’s\u003c\/em\u003e most visually distinctive \u003cem\u003eRésonance\u003c\/em\u003e wristwatch, alongside the newly released \u003cem\u003eref. RQ\u003c\/em\u003e. The \u003cem\u003eref. RT\u003c\/em\u003e was the first of the \u003cem\u003eRésonance\u003c\/em\u003e family to win an award at the \u003cem\u003eGrand Prix d’Horlogerie\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eGPHG\u003c\/em\u003e) when it won the \u003cem\u003eBest Complication Watch Prize\u003c\/em\u003e in 2010. The reason no others before took home this award was because the \u003cem\u003eGPHG\u003c\/em\u003e was only founded in 2001, a couple of years after the first generation \u003cem\u003eRésonance\u003c\/em\u003e was released.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eChronomètre à Résonance RT \u003c\/i\u003emovement in this example is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by \u003ci\u003eFrançois-Paul\u003c\/i\u003e, proved this to be untrue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates. Initially, unsuccessfully attempted in a pocket watch in 1983, Journe was able to hone the phenomenon of acoustic resonance in a wristwatch some fifteen years later, with the prototypes displayed at his first Basel Fair in 1999. Ever since, the model has gained a cult status among collectors. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-rexhep-rexhepi\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRexhep Rexhepi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, an independent watchmaker who previously worked for Journe, put it, \u003ci\u003e“When I think of Francois-Paul Journe, I think of the Resonance.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTHE DESIGN\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/i\u003e is quintessentially an \u003ci\u003eF.P Journe\u003c\/i\u003e, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a 40mm rose gold case, the \u003ci\u003eChronomètre à Résonance RT\u003c\/i\u003e represents a modern take on Journe's original, inspired design. The white-gold dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). On the left side, a 24-hour display shows the second time zone, highlighting the hours and minutes in contrasting colours, on separate discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this \u003ci\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/i\u003e is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 0. This was deliberate by \u003ci\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e, who borrowed this from marine chronometer clocks. The reasoning behind this lies in the idea that the power reserve indicator of the \u003ci\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/i\u003e is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE MOVEMENT\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, \u003ci\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/i\u003e caliber \u003ci\u003e1499.3\u003c\/i\u003e movement is 18-carat rose-gold, with \u003cspan\u003eCôtes de Genève\u003c\/span\u003e, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronise the seconds’ hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE SET\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ci\u003eF.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance RT\u003c\/i\u003e comes with an original \u003ci\u003eF.P Journe \u003c\/i\u003ealligator strap, a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\" title=\"View our Geneva curved smoke brown nubuck leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGeneva\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and corresponding rose gold buckle. It's also accompanied the original inner and outer boxes, and stamped guarantee card from \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 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\u003cem\u003eChronomètre à Résonance Second Series RT\u003c\/em\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.\u003cem\u003e 1499.3\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;\"\u003edate, duel 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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, 24-hour digital indicator, display-back, power-reserve display\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 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, 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;\"\u003ebespoke\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\" title=\"View our Geneva curved smoke brown nubuck leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e Geneva\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e grained leather strap; \u003cem\u003eF. P Journe\u003c\/em\u003e alligator strap with rose gold 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;\"\u003ecirca 2019\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;\"\u003einner and outer boxes, original guarantee card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis rose gold \u003cem\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eChronomètre à Résonance RT \u003c\/em\u003eis in excellent condition. \u003cspan\u003eThe case shows virtually no signs of wear, with only very light superficial marks visible. It's guaranteed for authenticity, and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32160015089747,"sku":"CSMRG_F1017","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_a_Resonance_RT_rose_gold_A_Collected_Man_London19_5ca3985a-3ed6-4600-b655-5b04288148c4.jpg?v=1646399637"},{"product_id":"chronometre-a-resonance-rt-platinum","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | RT | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 40mm, platinum Chronomètre à Résonance RT (or Résonance Trios) is one of the third series of Resonance watches produced by F. P. Journe. First introduced in 1999, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/a-collectors-guide-to-early-f-p-journe\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/a\u003e was only the second serial production watch by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-story-of-early-f-p-journe\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e. It has since become synonymous with the watchmaker, as one of his most ingenious and recognised inventions. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ref. RT marked the 10th anniversary of the Chronomètre à Résonance, reintroducing the model with a newly designed dial layout. Using the Résonance’s independent time-setting capability, the ref. RT incorporates a 24-hour disc alongside the traditional time display, to show multiple time zones. Having been \u003cstrong\u003enicknamed the \"parking meter\"\u003c\/strong\u003e amongst collectors, the result is perhaps F.P. Journe’s most visually distinctive Résonance wristwatch, alongside the newly released ref. RQ. The ref. RT was the first of the Résonance family to win an award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie (GPHG) when it won the Best Complication Watch Prize in 2010. The reason no others before took home this award was because the GPHG was only founded in 2001, a couple of years after the first generation Résonance was released.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance RT movement in this example is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates. Initially, unsuccessfully attempted in a pocket watch in 1983, Journe was able to hone the phenomenon of acoustic resonance in a wristwatch some fifteen years later, with the prototypes displayed at his first Basel Fair in 1999. Ever since, the model has gained a cult status among collectors. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-rexhep-rexhepi\"\u003eRexhep Rexhepi\u003c\/a\u003e, an independent watchmaker who previously worked for Journe, put it, “When I think of Francois-Paul Journe, I think of the Resonance.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE DESIGN\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a 40mm platinum case, the Chronomètre à Résonance RT represents a modern take on Journe's original, inspired design. The white-gold dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). On the left side, a 24-hour display shows the second time zone, highlighting the hours and minutes in contrasting colours, on separate discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE MOVEMENT\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499.3 movement is 18-carat rose-gold, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronise the seconds’ hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE SET\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance RT comes with an original F.P Journe alligator strap, a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\" title=\"View our Geneva curved smoke brown nubuck leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGeneva\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and corresponding platinum buckle. It's also accompanied the original inner and outer boxes, and stamped guarantee card from F.P. Journe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 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;\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance Second Series RT\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. 1499.3\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;\"\u003edate, duel 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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, 24-hour digital indicator, display-back, power-reserve display\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\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, 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;\"\u003ebespoke\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\" title=\"View our Geneva curved smoke brown nubuck leather strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Geneva\u003c\/a\u003e grained leather strap; F. P Journe alligator strap with platinum 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;\"\u003ecirca 2019\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;\"\u003einner and outer boxes, original guarantee card\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 Chronomètre à Résonance RT is in excellent condition. The case shows virtually no signs of wear, with only very light superficial marks visible. It's 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":32193702887507,"sku":"CSMPT_F1018","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Francois_Paul_Journe_Chronometre_a_Resonance_RT_platinum_A_Collected_Man_London16_2.jpg?v=1778663597"},{"product_id":"souscription-resonance-platinum","title":"Souscription Résonance | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rare and important F.P. Journe “Souscription” Chronomètre à Résonance is one of the first twenty Résonance wristwatches offered by François-Paul Journe to his clients. These pieces, each individually numbered on the back from 1 to 20, were initially offered to the same friends and clients who purchased the twenty Souscription Tourbillons. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tourbillons - the first wristwatches made and sold by Journe under his own name - were produced by the watchmaker in order to raise the resources needed to launch his own brand in 1999. Releasing the Chronomètre à Résonance shortly thereafter, François-Paul thanked his earliest supporters by offering each \u003ca title=\"View our recently sold Souscription Tourbillon\" href=\"https:\/\/j8s8xva353bwejua-6065325.shopifypreview.com\/collections\/all\/products\/souscription-tourbillon-platinum?variant=31786422370387\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouscription Tourbillon\u003c\/a\u003e owner the opportunity to reserve a Souscription Résonance with a matching number. This example bears one of the first ten numbers found on any Résonance.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Story of the Souscription\u003c\/b\u003e\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 Francois-Paul Journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrançois-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 writing of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/produ%E2%80%A6\" title=\"Discover the Blue wristwatch by George Daniels\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGeorge Daniels\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as a handful of prototype wristwatches integrating a tourbillon and remontoir d’égalité. However, F.P. 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 put the money forward for a watch that was yet to be made. In exchange for this good faith, they would receive a 50% discount on its retail value, allowing Journe to raise just enough money to start the production of pieces under his own eponymous brand. The project behind the Souscription Tourbillon was born, with twenty close clients and friends of the watchmaker committing a deposit, sight unseen. These early wristwatches became the foundation of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/f-p-journe\" title=\"Discover our selection of F.P. Journe watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e manufacture we know today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the first prototypes displayed at his first Basel Fair in 1999, the Chronomètre à Résonance followed shortly thereafter. As a gesture to thank his clients for their early support, those who purchased the Souscription Tourbillons were also offered the chance to buy a Souscription Résonance, with a matching number engraved on the rear. This is an example of one of the first ten of those pieces, as indicated by the number engraved on the caseback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE CHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance movement is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-f-p-journe\"\u003eFrançois-Paul\u003c\/a\u003e thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates. Initially, unsuccessfully attempted in a pocket watch in 1983, Journe was able to hone the phenomenon of acoustic resonance in a wristwatch some fifteen years later, with the prototypes displayed at the Basel Fair in 1999. Ever since, the model has gained a cult status among collectors. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-rexhep-rexhepi\"\u003eRexhep Rexhepi\u003c\/a\u003e, an independent watchmaker who previously worked for Journe, put it, “When I think of François-Paul Journe, I think of the Resonance.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eA FOUNDATIONAL DESIGN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of this Souscription Résonance has come to define the visual aesthetic of all Résonance wristwatches from the manufacture to this very day. It demonstrates a whole range of hand-made details, which lend a sense of craftsmanship and charm to this early piece. Indeed, the dial layout reinforces this artisanal spirit, with exposed screws and stark, contrasting surfaces. This aesthetic was honed by François-Paul Journe during the creation of his early prototype wristwatches, which had the sub-dials screwed directly onto the base plate of the movement, made of traditional gold-plated brass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yellow gold dial is wonderfully textured and displays two separate silver guilloché dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). The words ‘Invenit et Fecit’ are inscribed below the two subsidiary seconds (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, with a thinner font used for the numerals than is found on later models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intensity and shimmer of the dials gradually diminish throughout the lifespan of the Résonance. As with the tourbillon, the production process and lacquer on the dial was progressively upgraded, resulting in dials that didn’t oxidise. As is to be expected, this particular example shows a rather remarkable level of intensity and shimmer. It also features early two-tone subdials, where the minute and hour track is silver and the guilloché pattern in the middle is a crisp white colour, which lends further contrast to the design.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is housed in a 38mm platinum case, integrating F.P. Journe’s signature 'flat crown’ with a rope-like pattern. The serial number on the back correctly displays the Souscription Résonance’s serial number, in the 0XX\/00R format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE MOVEMENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe calibre 1499 movement is rhodium-plated brass, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronise the seconds’ hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE SET\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe “Souscription” Chronomètre à Résonance comes with an original F.P Journe, alligator strap, a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\"\u003eGeneva\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and corresponding platinum F.P. Journe tang buckle. It's also accompanied by its original F.P. Journe outer box, inner wooden box and Certificate of Origin.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn important piece in the history of the brand and the man himself, we feel privileged to have had the opportunity to handle this piece and play a role in sharing its story. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003chr width=\"50%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e To find out more about François-Paul Journe and his early pieces, you can read our \u003ca title=\"Read our Collector's Guide to early F.P. Journe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/a-collectors-guide-to-early-f-p-journe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCollector's Guide to early F.P. Journe\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003chr width=\"50%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\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 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;\"\u003eSouscription Chronomètre à Résonance\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 calibre 1499\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;\"\u003edual 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;\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, display-back, power-reserve display\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;\"\u003ebespoke \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/geneva-20x19\"\u003eGeneva\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap, 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;\"\u003e2000\u003cbr\u003e\n\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;\"\u003eouter box, inner wooden box and Certificate of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Souscription Résonance is in excellent condition, with minimal sign of wear. The case has been remarkably well preserved, with minor signs of very light wear. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eIt is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"F. P. Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32225860157523,"sku":"WPT_F1072","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/FP_Journe_Chronometre_a_Resonance_Souscription_A_Collected_Man_London17_2.jpg?v=1778663159"},{"product_id":"patek-philippe-aquanaut-5164a-travel-time","title":"Aquanaut 5164A-001 | Travel Time | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Aquanaut was released in 1997, as the first \u003ca title=\"View our collection of Patek Philippe watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/patek-philippe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/a\u003e to be fitted with a rubber strap. Initially limited to just 1,000 pieces (as the ref. 5060A and 5060J), the model was introduced shortly after the brand’s first highly-successful sports watch, the \u003ca title=\"View our collection of Patek Philipe Nautilus watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/patek-philippe-nautilus\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNautilus\u003c\/a\u003e, celebrated its 20th anniversary. This example, the 5164A, has date, GMT and day-night functions, which seamlessly integrate into the original design.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe reference 5164A\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it was first released, the \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was a parodoxical watch; not only was it made out steel, but its utilitarian, rubber strap seemed far-flung from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e's classical style. Its checkerboard dial, and its interplay with the texture of the strap, was also unlike anything the manufacture had produced before, building on the contrarian foundation established by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eNautilus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example, the \u003cem\u003eref. 5164A-001\u003c\/em\u003e, was launched in 2011, as the \u003cstrong\u003efirst Aquanaut to house a complication\u003c\/strong\u003e. It features a secondary time zone function, displayed through the hollow hour hand, and in the form of two apertures at three and nine o’clock. These are used to differentiate the night and day for both the home and the local time, respecitively. On top of this, the date function in the form of a sub-dial is placed at six o’clock, which is linked to the home time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch has a number of additional, highly utilitarian functions. When not travelling, the second time zone hand sits underneath the main hour hand - a clever feature, making the design aesthetically clean and highly legible. It also utilises highly-practical pushers on the left side of the case, used to set the GMT hour hand independently from the main hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e re-interprets a number of signature design elements from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eNautilus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - most notably, the octagonal rounded bezel. It displays a high level of finishing, with brushed surfaces on the case front, and polished, bevelled edges. The steel, three-piece case provides water resistance up to 120m, further featuring a screw-down crown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black checkerboard dial has luminous-filled index markers and is embossed with silver applied numerals, and matches the texture on the rubber strap. The luminous material is superluminova, following the end of \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e using tritium on their dials. The centre portion of the \u003cstrong\u003edate function at six o’clock is embossed with a globe pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving further indication the \u003cem\u003e5164A\u003c\/em\u003e was conceived with travel in mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement inside the \u003cem\u003eAquanaut Travel Time\u003c\/em\u003e is the self-winding calibre \u003cem\u003e324 S C FUS\u003c\/em\u003e. The \u003cem\u003e324 SC\u003c\/em\u003e was first introduced in the early 2000s, as a marked improvement on the \u003cem\u003e315\u003c\/em\u003e, and additionally features a travel-time module for the \u003cem\u003e5164A\u003c\/em\u003e. The calibre beats at 28,800 A\/h for improved accuracy, with a larger solid-gold rotor for increased power-generation - finished in classic \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e style, with circular Geneva stripes. The power-reserve is 45 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe 5164A-001 Aquanaut Time Time\u003c\/em\u003e is accompanied by its \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e, which confirms its sale in November 2011. It comes with its original black rubber strap (cut), as well as its inner and outer \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caseback of the watch features a thoughtful engraving in Dutch, executed in a symmetrical and refined style. It features a date (25-8-2012), personalised initials matching the stamped paperwork, and the phrase \u003cem\u003e\"Voor alle tijd\"\u003c\/em\u003e, which loosely translates to \"for all times\" - a charming and contemplative addition to this traveller's watch.\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\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\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\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003e5164A-001\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, automatic-winding \u003cspan\u003ecalibre \u003cem\u003e324 S C FUS\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\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\"\u003eday\/night indicator, date, GMT, hours, minutes, centre 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\"\u003edisplay back, superluminova index markers and hands, Arabic numerals, personalised engraving\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\"\u003e40.8mm stainless steel\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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan\u003erubber strap and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e steel deployant clasp. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\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\"\u003e2011 (sold)\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\"\u003eoriginal inner and outer boxes, \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e, manuals, hangtag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe Aquanaut 5164A-001\u003c\/em\u003e comes with its original \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e boxes and stamped \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e, confirming its sale in November 2011. The movement was recently serviced by Patek Philippe, within the past two years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is in good condition, albeit showing a small ding at seven and eight o'clock on the outer side of the bezel, as well as a small mark at one o'clock. There are slight surface marks across the case, consistent with general wear. The case is unpolished from new. The caseback features the personalised engraving \"\u003cem\u003eVoor alle tijd\u003c\/em\u003e\", along with the date \"\u003cem\u003e25-8\u003c\/em\u003e\" and the initials of the original owner, as evidenced by the \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin. \u003c\/em\u003eThe engraving itself was applied by Patek Philippe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch comes with a two-year mechanical warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e, as well as a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32248681660499,"sku":"CPBSS_P1081","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_Aquanaut_5164A_Travel_Time_stainless_steel_A_Collected_Man_London17_361fc8df-7649-4fc0-9004-729bd1b7ff7a.jpg?v=1643629769"},{"product_id":"chronometre-a-resonance-rt-rose-gold-digital-display","title":"Chronomètre à Résonance | RT | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 40mm, platinum Chronomètre à Résonance RT (or Résonance Trios) is one of the third series of Resonance watches produced by F. P. Journe. First introduced in 1999, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/a-collectors-guide-to-early-f-p-journe\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance\u003c\/a\u003e was only the second serial production watch by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/the-story-of-early-f-p-journe\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe\u003c\/a\u003e. It has since become synonymous with the watchmaker, as one of his most ingenious and recognised inventions. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ref. RT marked the 10th anniversary of the Chronomètre à Résonance, reintroducing the model with a newly designed dial layout. Using the Résonance’s independent time-setting capability, the ref. RT incorporates a 24-hour disc alongside the traditional time display, to show multiple time zones. Having been \u003cstrong\u003enicknamed the \"parking meter\"\u003c\/strong\u003e amongst collectors, the result is perhaps F.P. Journe’s most visually distinctive Résonance wristwatch, alongside the newly released ref. RQ. The ref. RT was the first of the Résonance family to win an award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie (GPHG) when it won the Best Complication Watch Prize in 2010. The reason no others before took home this award was because the GPHG was only founded in 2001, a couple of years after the first generation Résonance was released.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance RT movement in this example is comprised of two balance wheels, inspired by a natural phenomenon called resonance. The complication is explained by François-Paul thusly;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“In a watch, never mind which, there is energy which dissipates. When you listen to a watch, the tic-tac of the balance is dissipating energy. In a resonance chronometer, there are two balance wheels which are placed sufficiently close to one another, and the dissipated energy of each is caught by the other, leading to a unique type of frequency regulation.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe discovery is said to have been made in 1665, by Dutch mathematician Christiaan Hygens, who reported that two pendulum clocks, hanging from the same mounting beam, would beat in such perfect duplicity, that the sound of the escapements were indistinguishable from one another. The concept was later researched and developed by Antide Janvier, to be refined by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Early sceptics suggested that air-resistance played a role, however, extensive testing by Breguet (the first to test a dual-train resonance watch with a double-balance system, placing rings around the balance wheels, to negate the effects of air), and more recently by François-Paul, proved this to be untrue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the concept was long established, the term ‘resonance’ was in fact coined by Monsieur Journe himself, likening the phenomenon to that of a stringed musical instrument, which resonates. Initially, unsuccessfully attempted in a pocket watch in 1983, Journe was able to hone the phenomenon of acoustic resonance in a wristwatch some fifteen years later, with the prototypes displayed at his first Basel Fair in 1999. Ever since, the model has gained a cult status among collectors. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-rexhep-rexhepi\"\u003eRexhep Rexhepi\u003c\/a\u003e, an independent watchmaker who previously worked for Journe, put it, “When I think of Francois-Paul Journe, I think of the Resonance.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE DESIGN\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chronomètre à Résonance is quintessentially an F.P Journe, in both its design language and movement. Housed in a 40mm rose gold case, the Chronomètre à Résonance RT represents a modern take on Journe's original, inspired design. The white-gold dial is delicately textured, and displays two separate silver dials for the hours and minutes (the two opposing dials capable of displaying multiple time zones). On the left side, a 24-hour display shows the second time zone, highlighting the hours and minutes in contrasting colours, on separate discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the power reserve indicator of this Chronomètre à Résonance is reversed from the norm, beginning at 40 and progressing to 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 of the Chronomètre à Résonance is not meant to display how many hours are left, but instead how many hours have passed since the watch was wound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE MOVEMENT\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual-winding, F.P. Journe caliber 1499.3 movement is 18-carat rose-gold, with Côtes de Genève, constructed with 36 jewels. It features a resonance-controlled, twin independent gear-train, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic 4-arm balance with 4 timing weights, self-compensating free-sprung flat balance spring, oscillating at a rate of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Further to this, a winding crown at 12 o’clock adjusts both time-zones, with a crown at 4 o’clock to synchronise the seconds’ hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE SET\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance RT comes with an original F.P Journe alligator strap, a bespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"Helsinki\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e nubuck leather strap with curved ends (measuring 20 x 19mm) and corresponding rose gold buckle. It's also accompanied the original inner and outer boxes, and stamped guarantee card from F.P. Journe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\"\u003eChronomètre à Résonance Second Series RT\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. 1499.3\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\"\u003edate, duel 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\"\u003etwin independent movement, guilloché hours\/mins, 24-hour digital indicator, display-back, power-reserve display\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 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, 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\"\u003ebespoke \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/helsinki-20x19\" title=\"Helsinki\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHelsinki\u003c\/a\u003e grained leather strap; F. P Journe alligator strap with rose gold buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\"\u003eLug\/buckle width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" 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\"\u003e2020 (sold)\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\"\u003einner and outer boxes, original guarantee card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis rose gold F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance RT is in excellent condition. The case shows virtually no signs of wear, with only very light superficial marks visible. It's 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":32264236367955,"sku":"WRG_F1065","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/F_P_Journe_Chronometre_a_Resonance_RT_rose_gold_A_Collected_Man_London17_2.jpg?v=1778662110"},{"product_id":"laurent-ferrier-galet-traveller-boreal","title":"Galet Traveller Boréal LF 230.01 | Luminous Sector Dial | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst shown at \u003cem\u003eBaselworld\u003c\/em\u003e in 2013, the \u003cem\u003eGalet Traveller\u003c\/em\u003e complements the \u003cem\u003eMicro-Rotor\u003c\/em\u003e collection with a \u003cstrong\u003emodern reinterpretation of the classic \u003ca title=\"Read our article about how travel transferred watchmaking in The Journal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/travel-transformed-timekeeping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etravel watch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e, a true independent manufacture. It is headed by \u003ca title=\"Read our interview with M. Ferrier in the Journal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/from-the-bench-laurent-ferrier?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=756f9a74f\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/a\u003e himself, who worked at \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e for 40 years, finishing as their creative director.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier Galet Traveller Boréal,\u003c\/em\u003e with luminous sector dial, was released in early 2016, incorporating all of the practical elements of a travel time. Sized at a contemporary 41mm, it has a distinctive amorphous, bevel-free shape. With a rounded bezel, thin lugs and the manufactures' signature onion-shaped crown, the design elements are proportionate and work well together. The case is polished and mirror finished throughout, with the exception to the crown, which is engraved with a pattern. Integrated on the left side of the case are two oblong push-buttons, which adjust the local time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eblack sector dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is inspired by timepieces from the late 1930s, with \u003cem\u003eSuperluminova\u003c\/em\u003e applied for the chapter ring and a vertical satin-brushed finish on the dial. The sub-seconds features a circular pattern, with a fine, slate-grey minute track around the outer-edge. The arrow-shaped hour and minute hands are also enhanced with Superluminova.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese free-flowing lines are only interrupted by the date aperture at three o'clock and 24-hour home-time window at nine o'clock. The central hands shows the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003elocal time, and these can be incrementally adjusted in both directions\u003c\/strong\u003e. This intuitive system allows the \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGalet Traveller\u003c\/em\u003e to be quickly and easily adjusted. On a flight from London to New York, five pushes of the lower button would set the watch to the exact local time upon landing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein-house, self-winding calibre\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLF 230.01\u003c\/em\u003e, the movement combines traditional watchmaking elements, with modern innovation. Interestingly, where haute-horology often favours a manual-winding movement (uninterrupted by a rotor), \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e decided that contemporary needs, called for an automatic movement. The solution was the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eincorporation of a micro-rotor as a winding mechanism, allowing the architecture of the movement to be shown\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecompletely\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fan-shaped micro-rotor is made of solid gold and is suspended by a large bridge, together, intended to create the impression of a bird standing on one foot. Furthermore, it uses a pawl, allowing it to wind in a unidirectional manner, adding efficiency and reliability.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImpressively, the \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGalet Micro-Rotor\u003c\/em\u003e also utilises a double direct-impulse escapement, which improves the efficiency of the movement through its ability to use less power and maintain amplitude, achieved through the escape-lever being locked down between two escape wheels. The finishing of the movement is a major focus, with contrasts established between the perlage backdrop and the thick circular-grained \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGeneva Stripes\u003c\/em\u003e on the bridges. The interior angles are achieved through the use of a burin, and the handwork of the manufacture’s skilled craftsmen. It took \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etwo years to create the fully-integrated, dual-timezone mechanism and date\u003c\/strong\u003e, for the calibre \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLF 230.01\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe timekeeping is equally impressive - it is \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003echronometer-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e by the \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBesançon Observatory\u003c\/em\u003e, outperforming its more commonly, \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCOSC\u003c\/em\u003e-approved peers. It also has a power reserve of 80 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis watch comes on one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/tokyo\" title=\"View our grey grained leather Tokyo watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTokyo\u003c\/em\u003e grey grained leather strap\u003c\/a\u003e. It also has its original \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e black strap with green stitchings, a tan extra leather strap and the corresponding stainless steel tang buckle. It its accompanyied by the original inner and outer boxes and the stamped paperwork from \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch was recently serviced by \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e in Geneva, in November 2020, and comes with the manufacture's full servicing warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eViewings are currently suspended for the time being.\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\u003eLaurent Ferrier\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\u003eGalet Traveller Boréal\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 automatic chronometer Cal. \u003cem\u003eLF 230.01\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\"\u003edate, dual-timezone, 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, l\u003cspan\u003euminous sector dial \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e41 mm 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\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/tokyo\" title=\"View our grey Tokyo grained leather watch strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTokyo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e grey grained leather strap, L\u003cem\u003eaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e black leather strap with green stitiching, extra \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e light tan strap and \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e steel tang buckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eOctober 2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eoriginal outer and inner boxes, instruction manuals, warranty card, loupe \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis self-winding \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier Galet Traveller Micro-Rotor\u003c\/em\u003e comes as a full set, with box and papers. T\u003cspan\u003ehe overall condition of the watch is excellent and the movement recently serviced by \u003cem\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/em\u003e in November 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e It comes with the manufacture's full servicing warranty, as well as a lifetime guarantee for authenticity from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Laurent Ferrier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32277747925075,"sku":"CRNSS_L1088","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Laurent_Ferrier_Traveller_Boreal_Luminous_Sector_Dial_LF23002_A_Collected_Man_London18_77958d78-45e0-4399-b7e1-8715fabb6a08.jpg?v=1641313342"},{"product_id":"patek-philippe-5131g-world-time","title":"World Time 5131G | White Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe white gold \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003e5131G \u003c\/em\u003ewas introduced ten years ago, as the latest chapter in a legacy of world-time wristwatches from \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e. It combines a contemporary white gold case, handmade enamel dial and Cottier-inspired world time mechanism. Sixty years after the original \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e design, the \u003cem\u003e5131G\u003c\/em\u003e carries forward its legacy.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe World Time\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBy its very nature, the world time complication is one imbued in the romance of travel and adventure in varied, exciting locations. Invented in the 1930s by the Geneva watchmaker Louis Cottier, a world time displays real time in key cities across the planet’s twenty-four time zones. Cottier’s ingenious mechanism - used by \u003cem\u003eVacheron Constantin\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e amongst others - laid the foundation for world time watches ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the design, the local time zone is set at the 12 o'clock position, with the hour and minute hand set at local time. The correct hours and minutes are then displayed for every time zone in the world simultaneously, with clear local-time indication on a single dial. \u003c\/span\u003eIn 1959, \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e obtained a patent for Cottier's device, with the manufacture having become synonymous with the complication. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1953, they released the \u003cem\u003ereference 2523\u003c\/em\u003e, which has since come to be cemented as one of the manufacturer’s most iconic models. Almost 60 years later, the \u003cem\u003e5131G\u003c\/em\u003e carries this legacy forwards. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cloisonné enamel is the distinguishing feature of this piece. Twenty-four cities are displayed on the outer edge of the dial, in an italicised font, with the signatures \"Patek Philippe\" and \"Genève\" engraved on the bezel. Requiring meticulous attention to detail to craft using cloisonné enamel, this \u003cem\u003eWorld Time\u003c\/em\u003e is limited by \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e’s available supply of these specialist dials - with only a small number of these produced each year. In this example, the enamel shows an array of vibrant tones, finely outlined in yellow gold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe oversized Observatoire-style hands are reminiscent of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e's great world time watches from the past, also providing enhanced legibility against the colourful centre portion of the dial. \u003c\/span\u003eAt 39.5mm in diameter, the case of the \u003cem\u003e5131G\u003c\/em\u003e is both contemporary and classic in its design. Its rounded shape, from its curved crown guards to its elongated lugs, lend fluidity and elegance to the watch. Polished throughout, the white gold case complements the ornate design of the dial. The pusher on the left side of the case is used to advance the hour hand forward in one-hour increments to set the local time when one is travelling. A truly functional complication, which may still prove useful today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by the above-mentioned ultra-thin \u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e (\"Heure Universelle\"), this self-winding movement features an elegant 22K gold micro-rotor, allowing a height below 3.9mm; despite the world-time mechanism, placed dial-side on top of the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e features a \u003cem\u003eSpiromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance spring, made of silicon-based \u003cem\u003eSilinvar\u003c\/em\u003e, working in conjunction with a \u003cem\u003eGyromax\u003c\/em\u003e balance-wheel. The movement is beautifully finished, with finely-applied Geneva stripes, perlage and anglage, as well as exquisite chamfering on all angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eWorld Time 5131G\u003c\/em\u003e is accompanied by its \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e inner and outer boxes and \u003ci\u003eCertificate of Origin, \u003c\/i\u003estamped by the original retailer in Novara, Italy\u003ci\u003e. \u003c\/i\u003eIt also has its product literature inside the leather folder. The watch comes on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/tokyo\" title=\"View our grey grained leather Tokyo strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTokyo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e grained grey leather strap, with its original alligator strap and corresponding white-gold deployant buckle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-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\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\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\u003eWorld Time\u003c\/em\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003e5131G-010\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic - Calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU \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\"\u003eworld time, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edisplay back, \u003cspan\u003eclosionné \u003c\/span\u003eenamel dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e39.5 mm white 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\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/straps\/products\/tokyo\" title=\"View our grey grained leather Tokyo strap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eTokyo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e leather strap, \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e black alligator strap with corresponding white gold deployant buckle\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\"\u003einner and outer box, \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e, product\u003cspan\u003e literature and leather folder\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe World Time 5131G-010\u003c\/em\u003e watch is in excellent condition and was originally purchased in 2014. It comes with a two year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39264083902547,"sku":"WWG_P965","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_Worldtime_5131G_enamel_dial_watch_A_Collected_Man_London16_5b13a9a0-c846-4d38-bc1b-ef0ff9dc28d4.jpg?v=1643365837"},{"product_id":"audemars-piguet-royal-oak-26120st","title":"Royal Oak 26120ST | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ci\u003eAudemars Piguet Royal Oak Dual Time 26120ST\u003c\/i\u003e is an unusual combination of the iconic \u003ci\u003eRoyal Oak\u003c\/i\u003e design and a seldom seen complication. It\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eremains one of the few \u003ci\u003eRoyal Oak \u003c\/i\u003ereferences to house this practical complication, which undoubtedly proves itself useful on a daily basis.\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Dual Time Royal Oak\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShortly after the original \u003ci\u003eRoyal Oak 5402\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAudemars Piguet \u003c\/i\u003eexperimented with integrating a range of complications within its iconic, angular case. From the mighty \u003ca title=\"View our Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/royal-oak-25654-perpetual-calendar?variant=17988264099923\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eperpetual calendar\u003c\/a\u003e to a range of chronographs, they repurposed the design to fit a wide range of functions, catering to consumer’s evolving tastes and appetite for variety. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHaving first developed the dual time functionality for an earlier reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAudemars Piguet\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edecided to marry this practical complication with their increasingly popular \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRoyal Oak\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e silhouette in 1992. \u003c\/span\u003eHowever, it was confined to a \u003ca title=\"View this mid-size Royal Oak Dual Time\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/products\/royal-oak-25730ba-yellow-gold?variant=32303203909715\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e36mm case\u003c\/a\u003e for quite a while, as this size was favoured by a wider range of clients at the time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, \u003ci\u003eAudemars Piguet \u003c\/i\u003eeventually integrated the complication into their \u003ci\u003e“Jumbo” Royal Oak\u003c\/i\u003e case, with this reference, the \u003ci\u003e26120\u003c\/i\u003e. Classically sized, at 39mm in diameter, it resembles the original proportions of the \u003ci\u003eref. 5402\u003c\/i\u003e, within a more contemporary design. Featuring a date, dual-time and power reserve functionality, the model was discontinued around 2015. Bearing some resemblance to the dial layout of Patek Philippe's \u003cem\u003eNautilus 5712\u003c\/em\u003e, it retains legibility and balance, despite the wealth of information displayed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial of this \u003ci\u003eRoyal Oak 26120ST\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eis rendered in a shiny black colour, which wonderfully complements the stainless steel case and bracelet. Not typically used within the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eRoyal Oak\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003ethe black dial is deep and legible, enhancing the varied reflections and textures of the case. The dial integrates a range of different finishing techniques, with the lightly recessed subdials standing out against the \"Grande Tapisserie\" pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eThe different complications are displayed throughout, with \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethe date function at 2 o'clock, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003esecond timezone at 6 o'clock, and the power reserve indication at 9 o'clock. A day and night indicator is also conveniently included, overlapping with the second timezone sub-dial. \u003c\/span\u003eSubtle red accents are included throughout, bringing a welcome touch of colour to the design. The \"Audemars Piguet\" signature is discretely nestled at the top of the dial. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe white gold applied hour-markers and the distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRoyal Oak\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e hands are filled with luminescent material, for added legibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case and bracelet are excellently finished, with angular, bevelled and polished edges throughout. The polished screws, bezel and case edges contrast with the brushed surface of the case and bracelet, creating a distinctive effect on the wrist. At 39mm in diameter, and only 10.3mm thick, the case proportions remain relatively restrained, despite the additional complications. In fact, it is only around 3mm thicker than the \u003cem\u003eRoyal Oak 15202\u003c\/em\u003e, one of the brand's most sought-after modern offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ci\u003eRoyal Oak Dual Time 26120ST is \u003c\/i\u003epowered by the self-winding \u003cem\u003ecalibre 2329\/2846\u003c\/em\u003e. This automatic calibre features 33 working jewels and beats at a frequency of 28,800 VpH, while delivering 40 hours of power reserve.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Set\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ci\u003eAudemars Piguet \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRoyal Oak\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDual Time 26120ST is \u003c\/i\u003eaccompanied by its\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eouter box, inner wooden box, instruction manual, and \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin. \u003c\/em\u003eThe piece was first sold in \u003cem\u003eEye Jewellery Umaki\u003c\/em\u003e, in Japan, in 2008. The stainless steel bracelet features 22 links, including 8 removable ones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf sold within the United Kingdom, this \u003cem\u003eRoyal Oak 26120ST\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewill be subject to 20% VAT. \u003c\/span\u003eViewings are currently suspended for the time being.\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;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAudemars Piguet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003eDual Time \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e26120ST\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical automatic \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAP\u003c\/em\u003e Caliber \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2329\/2846\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003ed\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eual time, date, day \u0026amp; night, hours, minutes, power reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eblack dial, \"Jumbo\" case\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e39 mm stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003estainless steel\u003cem\u003e AP\u003c\/em\u003e-stamped bracelet and clasp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2008 (sold)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eouter box, inner box, instruction manual, Certificate of Origin (sold to Japan in 2008)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAudemars Piguet \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRoyal Oak\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDual Time 26120ST\u003c\/i\u003e is in very good condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. \u003cspan\u003eThe case and bracelet are excellently finished, with angular, bevelled, polished and granular surfaces, with virtually no imperfections. Both the case and bracelet are original to the watch, with appropriately corresponding signatures on the reverse. \u003c\/span\u003eThe original bracelet has virtually no stretch and has 21 links, including 7 removable ones. \u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emovement \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecomes with a two-year warranty from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Collected Man.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audemars Piguet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39351019667539,"sku":"WSS_A1241","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Audemars_Piguet_Royal_Oak_26120ST_A_Collected_Man_London12_d95ceddb-fdaa-4aa7-b89e-0d4c38668314.jpg?v=1638800685"},{"product_id":"aquanaut-5164a-steel-travel-time-tropical-strap","title":"Aquanaut 5164A-001 | Travel Time | Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e was released in 1997, as the first \u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"View our collection of Patek Philippe watches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/patek-philippe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e to be fitted with a rubber strap. Since then, the design has taken on many different forms, with this reference being the first ever \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e to house a complication, beyond the date - a modern classic, to be enjoyed on a daily basis. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTHE FIRST AQUANAUT\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhen it was first released in 1996, the \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was a paradoxical watch; not only was it made out steel, but its utilitarian, rubber strap seemed far-flung from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e's classical style. Its checkerboard dial, and its interplay with the texture of the strap, was also unlike anything the manufacture had produced before, building on the contrarian foundation established by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eNautilus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese design elements were geared towards something much sportier and more contemporary than the manufacturer was then known for at the time. Though unconfirmed, rumour suggests that the model was first commissioned by high level military personnel, hence the utilitarian design and dial pattern reminiscent of a grenade. Ever since its introduction, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas only grown in appeal. This \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquanaut Travel Time 5164A \u003c\/em\u003erepresents the bounds in complication development the manufacturer has achieved over the last twenty years, in addition to the continued success and appeal of the contemporary \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquanaut \u003c\/em\u003eseries\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe reference 5164A\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example, the \u003cem\u003eref. 5164A-001\u003c\/em\u003e, was launched in 2011, as the first \u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e to house a complication. It features a secondary time zone function, displayed through the hollow hour hand, and in the form of two apertures at three and nine o’clock. These are used to differentiate the night and day for both the home and the local time, respectively. On top of this, the date function in the form of a sub-dial is placed at six o’clock, which is linked to the local time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch has a number of additional, highly utilitarian functions. When not travelling, the second time zone hand sits underneath the main hour hand - a clever feature, making the design aesthetically clean and highly legible. It also utilises highly-practical pushers on the left side of the case, used to set the GMT hour hand independently from the main hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e re-interprets a number of signature design elements from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eNautilus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - most notably, the octagonal rounded bezel. It displays a high level of finishing, with brushed surfaces on the case front, and polished, bevelled edges. The steel, three-piece case provides water resistance up to 120m, further featuring a screw-down crown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black checkerboard dial has luminous-filled index markers and is embossed with silver applied numerals, and matches the texture on the rubber strap. The luminous material is superluminova, following the end of \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e using tritium on their dials. The centre portion of the date function at six o’clock is embossed with a globe pattern, giving further indication the \u003cem\u003e5164A\u003c\/em\u003e was conceived with travel in mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement inside the \u003cem\u003eAquanaut Travel Time\u003c\/em\u003e is the self-winding calibre \u003cem\u003e324 S C FUS\u003c\/em\u003e. The \u003cem\u003e324 SC\u003c\/em\u003e was first introduced in the early 2000s, as a marked improvement on the \u003cem\u003e315\u003c\/em\u003e, and additionally features a travel-time module for the \u003cem\u003e5164A\u003c\/em\u003e. The calibre beats at 28,800 A\/h for improved accuracy, with a larger solid-gold rotor for increased power-generation - finished in classic \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e style, with circular Geneva stripes. The power-reserve is 45 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe 5164A-001 Aquanaut Time Time\u003c\/em\u003e is accompanied by its original inner and outer boxes, \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e (stamped and completed) and Travel Time manual, along with its Patek Philippe Register and Collector's Library booklets.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewings are currently suspended for the time being.\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;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAquanaut\u003c\/em\u003e Ref. \u003cem\u003e5164A-001\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003emechanical, automatic-winding \u003cspan\u003ecalibre \u003cem\u003e324 S C FUS\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eday\/night indicator, date, GMT, hours, minutes, centre seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003edisplay back, superluminova index markers and hands, Arabic numerals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e40.8mm stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003esapphire front and display back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eblack\u003cem\u003e Patek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan\u003erubber strap and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e steel deployant clasp. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e2016 (sold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"63\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003eBox \u0026amp; papers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20px;\" width=\"213\" data-mce-style=\"height: 20px;\"\u003einner and outer boxes, \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e, Travel Time manual, Patek Philippe Register and Collector's Library booklets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe Aquanaut 5164A-001\u003c\/em\u003e is in good overall condition, with visible marks and grazes on the case throughout, consistent with regular wear. There are also noticeable surface blemishes visible on the brushed portion of the bezel, with deeper imperfections more visible at 3 o'clock (where the brushed surface meets the polished section) and at 9 o'clock (on the polished section). The reverse side of the clasp also shows more pronounced surface wear. This \u003cem\u003e5164A-001\u003c\/em\u003e keeps excellent time, and all functions work perfectly. It comes with its original inner outer boxes, \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e (stamped by \u003cem\u003eRelojeria Alemana\u003c\/em\u003e, in 2016), manual and booklets, as well as an additional (cut) brown \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e rubber strap. The watch comes with a two-year mechanical warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e, as well as a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.\u003c\/p\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\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\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\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":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39386150371411,"sku":"CPMSS_P1307","price":58950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Patek_Philippe_Aquanaut_Travel_Time_5164A_Steel_Tropical_Strap_1_cc8a9345-b4b6-41cf-a42d-3ac65b6b1561.jpg?v=1629099021"},{"product_id":"patek-philippe-5130g-001-world-time","title":"World Time 5130G | White Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe white gold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e5130G \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewas introduced in 2006, as one of the latest chapters in a legacy of world-time wristwatches from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It combines a contemporary white gold case, \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eguilloché dial and Cottier-inspired world time mechanism. Sixty years after the original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e design, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e5130G\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e carries forward its legacy. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe World Time\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy its very nature, the world time complication is one \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/travel-transformed-timekeeping\" title=\"Read our article on travel and adventure\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eimbued in the romance of travel and adventure\u003c\/a\u003e in varied, exciting locations. Invented in the 1930s by the Geneva watchmaker Louis Cottier, a world time displays real time in key cities across the planet’s twenty-four time zones. Cottier’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/patents-changed-watchmaking\" title=\"Read our article on patents in watchmaking\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eingenious mechanism\u003c\/a\u003e - used by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eVacheron Constantin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eamongst others - laid the foundation for world time watches ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the design, the local time zone is set at the 12 o'clock position, with the hour and minute hand set at local time. The correct hours and minutes are then displayed for every time zone in the world simultaneously, with clear local-time indication on a single dial. \u003c\/span\u003eIn 1959,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eobtained a patent for Cottier's device, with the manufacture having become synonymous with the complication. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1953, they released the \u003cem\u003ereference 2523\u003c\/em\u003e, which has since come to be cemented as one of the manufacturer’s most iconic models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwenty-four cities are displayed on the silver outer edge of the dial, with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eguilloché pattern found in the middle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe oversized Observatoire-style hands are reminiscent of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e's great world time watches from the past, also providing enhanced legibility against the centre portion of the dial. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 39.5mm in diameter, the case is both contemporary and classic in its design. Its rounded shape, from its curved crown guards to its elongated lugs, lend fluidity and elegance to the watch. Polished throughout, the white gold case complements the ornate design of the dial. The pusher on the left side of the case is used to advance the hour hand forward in one-hour increments to set the local time when one is travelling. A truly functional complication, which may still prove useful today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by the above-mentioned ultra-thin\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e (\"Heure Universelle\"), this self-winding movement features an elegant 22K gold micro-rotor, allowing a height below 3.9mm; despite the world-time mechanism, placed dial-side on top of the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e240 HU\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efeatures a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpiromax\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebalance spring, made of silicon-based\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSilinvar\u003c\/em\u003e, working in conjunction with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGyromax\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebalance-wheel. The movement is beautifully finished, with finely-applied Geneva stripes, perlage and anglage, as well as exquisite chamfering on all angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e ref. \u003cem\u003e5130G-001\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e is accompanied by its outer box, inner box, envelope, leather folder, manuals and \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e (confirming sale in December 2006). \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-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\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatek Philippe\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\"\u003eWorld Time Ref. \u003cem\u003e5130G-001\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic - Calibre \u003cem\u003e240 HU \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\"\u003eworld time, hours, minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edisplay back, \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eguilloché\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e39.5 mm white 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\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003ebespoke grey saffiano strap,\u003cem\u003e Patek Philippe\u003c\/em\u003e white gold deployante buckle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e2006 (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\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eouter box, inner box, envelope, leather folder, manuals and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCertificate of Origin\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nThis white gold,\u003cem\u003e Patek Philippe 5130G-001\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWorld Time\u003c\/em\u003e watch is in very good condition and has perfect mechanical functionality. It’s guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from \u003cem\u003eA Collected Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\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\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\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":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39416314003539,"sku":"WWG_P1220","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/files\/Patek_Philippe_World_Time_5130G_White_Gold_A_Collected_Man_London_7_v2.jpg?v=1782994268"},{"product_id":"laurent-ferrier-galet-traveller-prototype-dial","title":"Galet Traveller LF 230.01 | Rose Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Laurent Ferrier Traveller in rose gold features a \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eprototype dial, which was displayed when the model was first introduced, at Baselworld in 2013. It is also accompanied by an additional dial, from the regular production series. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Origin Story\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking only several dozen watches per year, Laurent Ferrier is a true independent manufacture, producing pieces with a quality and know-how which is long lost in many corners of the watch world. It is headed by Ferrier himself, who worked at Patek Philippe for 40 years, finishing as their creative director\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThough it may not be apparent from the design of the watches themselves, the inception of the brand actually took place on a race track. Whilst at Patek Philippe, Ferrier used to race in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world's oldest active sports car race in endurance racing, with his friend François Sérvanin. This even culminated with the pair coming third in 1979, which Ferrier marked by gifting Sérvanin an engraved Nautilus 3700. Following their joint success, the two friends decided to launch the brand together, as Sérvanin was retiring and wanted to invest in a new venture. As Ferrier puts it,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"He wasn’t a collector or connoisseur, he gave me carte blanche in terms of the approach and design. It was of absolute importance, in my mind, that we develop a calibre from scratch, so myself and my son Christian, set about making that happen.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapturing his dedication to his new eponymous brand, Ferrier developed a double spiral tourbillon movement as his first project. This would set the tone for what would come next. Combining traditional manufacturing techniques and design principles with contemporary innovation, the manufacture now creates pieces which combine watchmaking classicism and modern reliability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAn early Galet Traveller\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller was first shown at Baselworld in 2013, complementing the Galet Micro-Rotor collection with a modern reinterpretation of the classic travel watch. This example is accompanied by two dials. The one fitted to the watch, is an original prototype dial shown at Baselword, in 2013, with a lighter outer-track, that never went into production. This is confirmed by a Letter of Authenticity from Laurent Ferrier, which accompanies the dial. The second dial is from the standard collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restrained dial design is interrupted by a date aperture at three o'clock and 24-hour home-time window at nine o'clock. The central hands shows the local time, and these can be incrementally adjusted in both directions. This intuitive system allows the Galet Traveller to be quickly and easily adjusted. On a flight from London to New York, five pushes of the lower button would set the watch to the exact local time upon landing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch is sized at a contemporary 41mm, and has a distinctive amorphous, bevel-free shape. The case features a rounded bezel, thin lugs and the manufactures' signature onion shape crown, which work proportionately well together. The entire watch is polished and mirror finished, while the crown itself is engraved with a pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by the in-house, self-winding calibre LF 230.01, the movement combines traditional watchmaking elements, with modern innovation. Interestingly, where haute-horology often favours a manual-winding movement (uninterrupted by a rotor), Laurent Ferrier decided that contemporary needs, called for an automatic movement. The solution was the incorporation of a micro-rotor as a winding mechanism, allowing the architecture of the movement to be shown completely. The fan-shaped micro-rotor is made of solid gold and is suspended by a large bridge, together, intended to create the impression of a bird standing on one foot. Furthermore, it uses a pawl, allowing it to wind in a unidirectional manner, adding efficiency and reliability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImpressively, the Galet Micro-Rotor also utilises a double direct-impulse escapement, which improves the efficiency of the movement through its ability to use less power and maintain amplitude, achieved through the escape-lever being locked down between two escape wheels. The finishing of the movement is a major focus, with contrasts established between the perlage backdrop and the thick circular-grained Geneva Stripes on the bridges. The interior angles are achieved through the use of a burin, and the handwork of the manufacture’s skilled craftsmen. It took two years to create the fully-integrated, dual-timezone mechanism and date, for the calibre LF 230.01.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe timekeeping is equally impressive - it is chronometer-certified by the Besançon Observatory, outperforming its more commonly, COSC-approved peers. It also has a power reserve of 80 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller is accompanied by its outer box, inner box, loupe, polishing cloth, Certificate (confirming sale in October 2013), manual, Certificate of Authenticity for the prototype dial, and additional dial. It comes with its Laurent Ferrier brown alligator strap, rose gold deployant buckle and a bespoke taupe saffiano strap. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViewings are currently suspended for the time being.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\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\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGalet Traveller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic chronometer Cal. LF 230.01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edate, dual-timezone, 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, prototype dial, extra standard series dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e41 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\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLaurent Ferrier brown alligator strap, rose gold deployant buckle, bespoke taupe saffiano strap. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eOctober 2013\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eouter box, inner box, loupe, polishing cloth, Certificate (confirming sale in October 2013), manual, Certificate of Authenticity for the dial, additional dial\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rose gold, Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller remains in excellent condition overall, with some surface marks throughout, consistent with light wear. The hallmarks, found on the back of the lugs, are still crisp and clearly defined. It also comes with a lifetime guarantee of authenticity from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurent Ferrier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39423352438867,"sku":"CBERG_L1312","price":35000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Laurent_Ferrier_Traveller_230.01_rose_gold_A_Collected_Man_London11_600259a2-c16c-4967-8eef-788eb29e5c45.jpg?v=1629098310"},{"product_id":"laurent-ferrier-galet-traveller-globe-night-platinum","title":"Galet Traveller | Globe Night | Platinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Laurent Ferrier Traveller in platinum is part of a UK-only edition of the Galet Traveller that was commissioned for William and Sons in 2014. Distinguished by its depiction of the world continents and champlevè blue enamelling, the island of the United Kingdom is also marked out in red. It's one of only 5 cased in platinum. \u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Origin Story\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking only several dozen watches per year, Laurent Ferrier is a true independent manufacture, producing pieces with a quality and know-how which is long lost in many corners of the watch world. It is headed by Ferrier himself, who worked at Patek Philippe for 40 years, finishing as their creative director.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThough it may not be apparent from the design of the watches themselves, the inception of the brand actually took place on a race track. Whilst at Patek Philippe, Ferrier used to race in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world's oldest active sports car race in endurance racing, with his friend François Sérvanin. This even culminated with the pair coming third in 1979, which Ferrier marked by gifting Sérvanin an engraved Nautilus 3700. Following their joint success, the two friends decided to launch the brand together, as Sérvanin was retiring and wanted to invest in a new venture. As Ferrier puts it,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"He wasn’t a collector or connoisseur, he gave me carte blanche in terms of the approach and design. It was of absolute importance, in my mind, that we develop a calibre from scratch, so myself and my son Christian, set about making that happen.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapturing his dedication to his new eponymous brand, Ferrier developed a double spiral tourbillon movement as his first project. This would set the tone for what would come next. Combining traditional manufacturing techniques and design principles with contemporary innovation, the manufacture now creates pieces which combine watchmaking classicism and modern reliability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAn early Galet Traveller\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller is distinguished by its intricate depiction of the continents of the world as well as midnight blue enamelling. Encased in platinum, this UK-only edition of the Galet Traveller was commissioned for William \u0026amp; Sons in 2014, and notably, the island of the United Kingdom is specially marked out in red. Three examples were also additionally cased in rose gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe centre of the dial has a convex curve, which hints at the earth’s own curvature, with gold flecks giving depth to the continents. Created using the traditional “champlevé” method, the metal is first hollowed out to create deeper troughs for the seas and oceans before the enamel is filled in, giving the water a darker colour compared to the silvered continents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brushed outer ring bearing applied hour index markers surrounds the blue enamel, which protrude slightly over the globe. An aperture at the 9’o clock marker keeps track of the home time, while another aperture at the 3 o’clock marker serves as the date window. Two discreet pushers on the left-hand side of the case allow the time to be adjusted forwards or backwards according to the wearer’s needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe movement\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is powered by the self-winding calibre LF 230.01, which utilises a double direct-impulse escapement that improves the movement through its ability to use less power and maintain amplitude, achieved through the escape-lever being locked down between two escape wheels. Its excellent efficiency guarantees a high amplitude for the balance, operating at a frequency of 21,600 A\/h, with a depth rating of 30 metres. It took two years to create the fully-integrated, dual-timezone mechanism and date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement is finished with delicate Geneva waves, and is fitted with 44 jewels, which can be seen through the sapphire caseback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe set\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGalet Traveller Globe Night is accompanied by its original boxes paperwork (unstamped, undated), loupe and polishing cloth. Included is also a bespoke anthracite grained leather strap and the manufactures corresponding buckle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViewing are currently suspended for the time being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION BREAK --\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\"\u003eLaurent Ferrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003eGalet Traveller Globe Night\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003emechanical automatic chronometer Cal. LF 230.01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003edate, dual-timezone, 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, enamel dial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"63\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"213\"\u003e41 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 anthracite grained leather strap\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\"\u003eouter box, inner box, paperwork (unstamped, undated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Laurent Ferrier Galet Traveller remains in excellent condition overall, with superficial marks throughout, consistent with light wear. The watch is guaranteed for authenticity and comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man.\u003c\/p\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\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Laurent Ferrier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39519603687507,"sku":"CKERG_L1367","price":49500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/5325\/products\/Laurent_Ferrier_Galet_Traveller_Globe_Night_Platinum_A_Collected_Man_London_20.jpg?v=1635962561"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/collections\/traveller.oembed?page=2","provider":"A COLLECTED MAN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}