FP JOURNE LINESPORT CENTRIGRAPHE

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When dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant, it’s inappropriate to order a fine example of haute cuisine and kill it with Heinz ketchup. Likewise, dangling furry dice from a Bentley’s rearview mirror is out of place. Unparalleled creation should be respected.

Close to Geneva’s retail boulevards and seemingly far from the shopper’s world, this is a sanctuary for those with a discerning temperament. FP Journe cheap is headquartered in Rue de l’Arquebuse. The company’s premises serve three purposes: it holds the administrative functions of the company, it is a boutique, and most importantly, it hosts some of the finest watchmaking that can be found anywhere on the planet.

As the heavy door opened for me, I was warmly received by my host, and I entered a familiar world. At least twice a year, I make a pilgrimage to FP Journe’s highly regarded watchmaking factory. The walls are adorned with horological artifacts and books, while light floods the spacious room, providing the most discerning eye with a means of seeing the remarkable quality up close. Along with the many visual spectacles among me, there is a soothing soundtrack of ticks and ticks. Luxurious furniture, optimally positioned around the room, exudes sophistication. Wearing a casual suit, I feel well dressed and ready to rate the new FP Journe LineSport Centrigraphe.

The FP Journe LineSport Centrigraphe is now available in platinum or 18 karat 6N yellow gold. The chosen case material determines the tone of the dial. 18-karat 6N yellow gold case with “ruthenium-plated” silver guilloché dial. The latter treatment fills the dial with shades of grey.

Matte 5N gold hands effectively display the hours and minutes. Their curvaceous lines fit with FP Journe’s tried-and-true design language and successfully combine functionality and beauty with radiant effects.

No aspect of the FP Journe timepiece is perfunctory, and that includes the indexes. Applied Roman numerals, made of 18 karat 6N gold to convey the message with incredible balance. The high-end brand has skillfully manipulated the digital scales to inject another oomph into the dial. The white chemin de fer follows tradition and makes reading meeting minutes easier.

However, I’m saving this for last. Positioned center stage, the three chronographs, combined with the mirror-polished frame, have equal prominence. Each register is the same size, with silver guilloche and slim red hands. 20-second counter at 2 o’clock, 10-minute counter at 6 o’clock and 1-second counter at 10 o’clock. The latter indication gets the most attention, making a frantic detour every second.

This remarkable chronograph can measure elapsed time to an incredible 1/100th of a second. Furthermore, it can display this information in a highly legible, easily interpretable form.

case

FPJourne chose to house the watch in a case made from 18 karat 6N gold. This gives the watch a distinctive red hue that surpasses even the ebullient performance of the more commonly used 5N red gold. This shade gives the FP Journe LineSport Centrigraphe an amazing aesthetic look.

The bezel elegantly blends black and gold tones, while the crown at 4 o’clock lives up to another of the brand’s legendary design codes.

At 2 o’clock, a patented rocker mechanism starts, stops and resets the chronograph. While some brands are obsessed with chronograph precision, they seem to forget the importance of the wearer’s interaction with the putter. The joystick is more intuitive to use than normal buttons, so the time from observing an event to starting the chronograph is shorter, providing a more accurate measurement of elapsed time. François-Paul Journe has repeatedly demonstrated his ability to see details overlooked by his contemporaries.

Apart from the highly polished vertical sides, the bracelet has a matte finish. Once again, this subtle detailing sets this watch apart from competing watches, but without sacrificing beauty and taste.

The Calibre 1506 is a hand-wound movement that can be seen through the exhibition caseback. As with most of FPJourne’s movements, it is crafted in 18-karat rose gold.

Any FP Journe movement has two things in common: technical prowess and finishing. The Calibre 1506 installed on the FP Journe LineSport Centrigraphe continued this reputation.

François-Paul Journe chose to equip the chronograph with its own drive train, driven directly by the mainspring. When starting many chronographs, the amplitude of the balance wheel decreases, reducing accuracy. Calibre 1506 has two independent trains, which solves this problem, ensuring that the time indication is not affected. When the chronograph is inactive, the watch has a power reserve of 80 hours. When the chronograph is running, it goes down to 24 hours.

The Monsieur Journe is also equipped with a movement with a free-spring balance. By adjusting the four masses mounted on the spokes of the balance wheel, a competent watchmaker is able to change the moment of inertia, increasing/decreasing the ratio. This provides superior precision compared to common curb adjusters.

Gold is one of the least reactive metals in existence, so it does not corrode easily. However, most watchmakers avoid this material because it is so soft that it is easy to mark with random tools. Nonetheless, the punctual watchmakers at FP Journe clearly operate the tools with dexterity and composure. Clearly, FP Journe watches are designed to last for generations. high quality replica watches

Côtes de Genève pattern and gold-engraved text on the plywood. The baseplate features a pearl pattern and the crown wheel features a sunburst pattern. Each screw head is polished, gleaming, and has a chamfered groove. The nails have polished rounded ends.

Viewing the movement through the sapphire crystal, every visible jewel, pin and screw is housed in a polished sink. The dip provides a gleaming edge between the deck and the sides. Every element of the movement has an extraordinary look.

My love for the FP Journe LineSport Centrigraphe is obvious. I have considered every element of this watch and can’t seem to find a fault. It offers the ownership experience that most self-respecting enthusiasts should aspire to experience.

In fact, the term “experience” seems most apt when entering the realm of FP Journe and its esteemed founder, François-Paul Journe. There is a sense of occasion. The watch sits on a gorgeous brown tray, the timepiece is always handled with gloves, and a magnifying glass is provided to see every square millimeter of perfection. best quality replica watches

I’ve never taken a “wrist photo” of an FP Journe watch because it looks almost disrespectful. These watches, like the peerless pieces I mentioned earlier, deserve respect. In fact, the next time I go to the company’s boutique, I’ll probably consider wearing a black tie suit.

Technical Specifications

Model: FP Journe LineSport Centrigraphe
Reference: CT2
Case: 18-karat 6N gold; diameter 44mm; height 10.95mm; sapphire crystal and sapphire case back
Functions: hours; minutes; chronograph
Movement: Calibre 1506; hand-wound movement; frequency 21,600 VpH (3Hz); 50 jewels; power reserve 80 hours chronograph idle / 24 hours chronograph running
Strap: 18-carat 6N gold bracelet with adjustable folding clasp

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Self-winding Flying Tourbillon

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50 years is an important anniversary for the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. One of the updated models is the Royal Oak Self-Winding Flying Tourbillon, with three new additions to the collection: one in rose gold, one in stainless steel and one in titanium.

The first two have a plain smoked blue dial with the Grande Tapisserie motif, while the third has a matte blue dial. Each new model is powered by the calibre 2950, ​​which debuted in 2020, with a power reserve of 65 hours and a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Only now, on the back of the movement is a special gold oscillating weight with the “50 Years” logo, bringing attention to the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary on the agenda.

This watch features design improvements aimed at improving its appearance. Improvements include wider bevels on the case and bracelet to better emphasise the effect of light on the surface; first link thickness on the one-piece bracelet is tapered to emphasise slimness for a more comfortable fit; slightly cut A sapphire crystal case back to better fit the wearer’s wrist; and hour markers and hands with new proportions that are more in harmony with the dial. Despite the changes, the watch still measures 41 x 10.6 mm, the same as the existing self-winding tourbillon. Audemars Piguet fake

The Audemars Piguet lettering on the dial is made from a thin layer of 24-karat gold using a galvanic growth process that the Associated Press describes as a chemical process similar to 3D printing. The letters are connected by thin chains that are hard to see with the naked eye. They are then attached to the dial with the help of the shank. Originally, the method of appending letters was developed for Audemars Piguet’s Code 11:59 series. The updated tourbillon looks great, as do the existing models that people are already lining up to buy.

Specifications Audemars Piguet Automatic Royal Oak Flying Tourbillon

Reference 26730OR.OO.1320OR.0 1 (18k rose gold); 26730ST.OO.1320ST.01 (stainless steel); 26730TI.OO.1320TI.01 (titanium).
Frame 41 x 10.6 mm, gold, steel, titanium. Waterproof to 50 meters
Clock face blue, luminous indices.
One bracelet Stainless steel, titanium​​​, 18k rose gold
Mechanism Automatic, Calibre 2950. Functions: hours, minutes, tourbillon. Power reserve 65 hours. Balanced frequency 21,600 vph, 27 jewels.

The movement is all blue? Panerai Lumino series red gold tourbillon is too eye-catching

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Born in 1860, Panerai is known for its superb watchmaking craftsmanship and fearless display of mechanical beauty. It first produced precision instruments and watches for the Italian Royal Navy, and now it has become a very representative world-renowned watch. Table brand. Panerai watches are dominated by sports and leisure styles, ranging from basic big three needles to complex tourbillon watches. What we appreciate today is the Luminor Tourbillon GMT Goldtech™ Luminor series red gold launched by the brand last year. The Tourbillon Two Time Watch, it combines Italian style and refined aesthetics, showing the eye-catching timepiece charm. (Watch model: PAM01060)

Compared with the Luminor Tourbillon GMT Luminor Series Tourbillon Two Time Watches in the direct metal laser sintered titanium or ceramic case style launched in previous years, this watch has a more unique temperament. It is Panerai. The first Luminor Tourbillon watch with a Goldtech™ red gold case is very significant.

The special feature of Goldtech™ red gold material is that it contains 24% copper, which is higher than that of ordinary red gold, which makes the case appear more ruddy, and the addition of a certain proportion of platinum is also conducive to improving the alloy’s strength. Antioxidant effect.

A closer look reveals that cheap Panerai designers took a different approach to remove the bezel. Such a design is relatively rare on watches, but the effect is very good. The function of this watch is more complicated, and it is easy to make people feel cluttered if the design is not good. Removing the bezel can effectively enlarge the dial space on the basis of the same size, making it visually clearer and more consistent.

The design of the Panerai Luminor Tourbillon GMT Goldtech™ Luminor Series Red Gold Tourbillon Two Time Watch subverts traditional cognition. Color, can not help but make people shine. In addition, the digital hour markers, small seconds, 24-hour display and power reserve display are all suspended on the outer edge of the dial, giving the watch a more personal appearance and highlighting Panerai’s unique aesthetic concept.

Panerai’s iconic crown bridge protection device can also be seen on this watch. It is composed of a semi-circular bridge protection bridge and a mobile protection lever. When the protection lever is in the closed position, the crown can form a good shape. It is sealed to prevent water from entering the movement and guarantees the waterproof performance of the watch.

Like its predecessors, Panerai has equipped this watch with the P.2005/T movement made of titanium, the reverse of which is also plated in blue, in line with the overall style of the watch. The movement weighs only 23 grams, and the three connected barrels provide a power reserve of up to 6 days. It is worth mentioning that the tourbillon cage of this watch is perpendicular to the horizontal axis of the balance wheel and runs one revolution every 30 seconds, which is intended to better compensate for the gravitational force by increasing the number of rotations. The influence of the operation of the regulator reflects Panerai’s excellent watchmaking technology from the side.

The Panerai Luminor Tourbillon GMT Goldtech™ Luminor Series Red Gold Tourbillon Two Time Watch uses a precious metal case with a mechanical blue hollow dial, which not only intuitively shows the brand’s superb watchmaking skills, but also gives people For aesthetic enjoyment, interested friends can learn more about it.

Audemars Piguet

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New Royal Oak

Royal Oak Offshore Automatic Flying Tourbillon Chronograph

Since the launch of the Royal Oak in 1972, Audemars Piguet has combined fine watchmaking, sports and reliability, something that other brands cannot do, achieving such success and longevity. The watch commissioned by Le Brassus Manufacture for this test stand is the ultimate embodiment of this concept, because it is the Royal Oak Offshore Automatic Flying Tourbillon Chronograph that was unveiled in June this year.

External:
A completely redesigned case was specially designed for this famous model. Let us first pay tribute to the coherent choice of titanium. This material is definitely the most suitable alloy for this athletic watch. Its resistance, especially its portability, is very important. As an asset designed to ensure more than just the comfort of the wrist, this lightness reduces the energy absorbed when subjected to an impact, so it is a very important argument in terms of protecting such a complex mechanism. Although part of the Offshore series, the relatively modest 43mm case has been completely redesigned to provide superior aesthetics and ergonomics. The dial reveals the movement structure without compromising legibility. The integration of the detachable shoulder strap is perfectly adjusted to provide instant comfort. The screw-in crown and elegant, easy-to-hold buttons are made of black ceramic. The movement is fixed to the case by a ring, which can absorb shock and vibration to the greatest extent, ensuring improved robustness and precision. This offshore watch is water-resistant to 100 meters.

move:
Calibre 2967 is a self-winding tourbillon flyback chronograph movement. It has appeared in the recent Audemars Piguet series Code 11.59, where it has been adjusted according to the diameter of the case. To ensure unwavering reliability and precision, the bridge plate is made of titanium! Although it has an absolute sense of movement in terms of its structure, it combines surface treatment and finishes and deserves the highest standards of fine watchmaking. Although it is impossible to describe all the main functions of this movement in detail in this column, attention should be paid to its 65-hour autonomy, which is ideal for self-winding movements. The chronograph specifically includes a flyback function. Although from its original role as an aircraft pilot’s navigation aid, the latter is actually completely obsolete, nonetheless, it still represents an important asset in reliability, as it is reset to zero by activation when the chronograph is activated. There is no risk of damage to the button. The automatic winding mechanism draws energy from a 22K gold oscillating weight designed for optimal efficiency.

test:
Holding the watch in your hand and observing it carefully will inspire your absolute and instant confidence in all aspects. Therefore, we expect the measurement results corresponding to this feeling-the results are far more than these! The efficiency and (proven) autonomy of automatic winding systems have already been mentioned. The timing accuracy is amazing. Let us remember that, just like in shooting sports, the essence of a good setting is narrow scattering-in this case the rate value. Continuing this analogy, these are the center of the goal. The influence of the chronograph on the amplitude is so insignificant that it does not appear in our measurement watch. In addition to the amazing accuracy shown by our measurements,

This new offshore model is the real lesson of fine watchmaking, and the code seems to have evolved better. Sportiness is not a question of sponsorship or design, but the result of research and development. The successful combination of haute horology and sportiness to such an outstanding degree may be both unique and novel, because if you can afford such a watch, then no matter what you do, you can truly wear it every day. To sum up the final feelings of this test bench, I want to say that if my life depends on a fashion watch, then this Royal Oak Offshore Flying Tourbillon Chronograph is probably my choice. I never thought it would be a tourbillon!