F.P. Journe

• cal. 1304 18k rose gold manual winding movement, 22 jewels, twin barrels, gyromax balance, free sprung regulator, bridge bearing the inscription FP to George Daniels my Mentor 2010 • silvered guilloché dial, satin-finished chapter ring, arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds, 56 hours power reserve, blued steel hands • circular case, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed

The movement is running well at the time of cataloguing. Dial in pristine condition. Case with light scuffs from wear. Back bezel bearing the inscription FP. Journe Inv. Fecit, PT 950, Chronomètre Souverain Nº 707-CS. The manually wound, 21,600v/h movement in 18-carat gold baseplates and bridges shows why the simplest mechanisms are often the most attractive. Twin barrels, in the classic configuration of precision watches, work in parallel to deliver stable power for much of their 50-hour indicated reserve. The 1998 F.P. Journe free-sprung chronometer balance with inertia adjustment on four opposing weights, is dynamically adjusted in six positions, with the emphasis on constancy of rate. F.P. Journe designs his watches from the dial down, paying for looks with mechanical ingenuity. Placing the power-reserve indicator in its least favourable position on the dial meant its mechanism had to co-exist with the winding apparatus.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

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Accompanied by a signed letter from François-Paul Journe, instruction booklet and presentation case.

This watch was presented to Dr. Daniels on the 24th June 2010 by François-Paul Journe to express his gratitude for inspiring his path into horology and to build watches of art and splendour.

F.P. Journe watch company in Switzerland is named after the founder François-Paul Journe. With a career of over 30 year in horological research , François-Paul explores the measurement of time with creativity and innovation. The motto of the brand, ‘Invenit et Fecit’ (‘I invented it, and I made it’) reflects the company ethos of inventing brand new movements and new systems which they also build in their entirety.

François-Paul Journe was one of the new generation of watchmakers that came of age and were not only interested in Dr. Daniels work but were highly inspired by it.