F.P.Journe – Limited SERIES Chronomètre OPTIMUM Foundation PRINCE ALBERT II 2022 Platinum 40 mm – Unique Piece
A Unique F.P.Journe timepiece created specially for the 8th edition of
the "Ball in Monaco" in Singapore - Charity auction on October 28, 2022
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO
For the 8th edition of the "Ball in Monaco", F.P.Journe donates a unique piece specially made for the occasion, a Chronomètre Optimum with a burgundy color and ruthenium-plated guilloché Silver dial and Chinese numerals.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO 
This unique F.P.Journe Chronomètre Optimum has the lucky chance serial number 508-CO as well as a bespoke engraving on the movement, “S.A.S Albert II 2022 Singapore”.
This unique F.P.Journe Chronomètre Optimum has the lucky chance serial number 508-CO as well as a bespoke engraving on the movement, “S.A.S Albert II 2022 Singapore”.
The funds collected will be used by the Foundation to support concrete actions in Asia for the protection of the Ocean, the main theme of this "Ball in Monaco".
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO
Combining modern technology with the rich heritage of the knowledge of time-telling history left to us by the great Masters, the Chronomètre Optimum joins the ranks of the iconic timepieces created by F.P.Journe Haute Horlogerie in its constant quest for precision, innovation and excellence.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO
Combining modern technology with the rich heritage of the knowledge of time-telling history left to us by the great Masters, the Chronomètre Optimum joins the ranks of the iconic timepieces created by F.P.Journe Haute Horlogerie in its constant quest for precision, innovation and excellence.
Like all the models of the Classique collection, the Chronomètre Optimum has a manually wound mechanical movement manufactured in 18K rose Gold. It symbolises the very essence of precision in a wristwatch, testifying to the accomplishment of F.P.Journe’s chronometric research.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO
F.P.Journe watches possess an exclusive calibre 1510 that is invented, produced, and assembled entirely in the Manufacture’s workshops in the heart of Geneva. The movement of the Centigraphe Souverain (calibre 1510), manufactured in 18K rose Gold with Côtes de Genève on bridges.
The constant-force remontoire (patent EP1528443.A1) balances the driving force applied to the escapement to make it constant. By adding an extra gear representing an independent system wound in short spurts by the mainspring, the escapement ensures the balance's isochronism. This remontoire, made of titanium for the first time, maintains its balance in different positions, for greater efficiency.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO
The EBHP High-Performance Bi-axial Escapement has also been patented (patent EP11405210.3). This two-wheel direct impulse escapement functions without oil and is the only direct impulse escapement to start up on its own. But not only does it function without lubricant, it also has far greater output than the majority of escapements: 50-70 hours without loss of amplitude. Many dual-wheel escapements have been created in the past, the most efficient being the "natural" escapement invented by A-L. Breguet (†1823). The balance with a spiral with Phillips curve guarantees better equilibrium.
F.P.Journe watches possess an exclusive calibre 1510 that is invented, produced, and assembled entirely in the Manufacture’s workshops in the heart of Geneva. The movement of the Centigraphe Souverain (calibre 1510), manufactured in 18K rose Gold with Côtes de Genève on bridges.
The constant-force remontoire (patent EP1528443.A1) balances the driving force applied to the escapement to make it constant. By adding an extra gear representing an independent system wound in short spurts by the mainspring, the escapement ensures the balance's isochronism. This remontoire, made of titanium for the first time, maintains its balance in different positions, for greater efficiency.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO
The EBHP High-Performance Bi-axial Escapement has also been patented (patent EP11405210.3). This two-wheel direct impulse escapement functions without oil and is the only direct impulse escapement to start up on its own. But not only does it function without lubricant, it also has far greater output than the majority of escapements: 50-70 hours without loss of amplitude. Many dual-wheel escapements have been created in the past, the most efficient being the "natural" escapement invented by A-L. Breguet (†1823). The balance with a spiral with Phillips curve guarantees better equilibrium.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO 
The Chronomètre Optimum contains a majority of exceptional components, here brought together for the first time in a watch: 2 barrels in parallel, the constant force remontoire, the revolutionary new high-performance bi-axial EBHP escapement, and natural dead-beat seconds. Due to these extraordinary technical achievements, this watch achieves the feat of telling time with here brought together for the first time in a watch: 2 barrels in parallel, the constant force remontoire, the revolutionary new high-performance bi-axial EBHP escapement, and natural dead-beat seconds. Due to these extraordinary technical achievements, this watch achieves the feat of telling time with near perfect accuracy.
The Chronomètre Optimum contains a majority of exceptional components, here brought together for the first time in a watch: 2 barrels in parallel, the constant force remontoire, the revolutionary new high-performance bi-axial EBHP escapement, and natural dead-beat seconds. Due to these extraordinary technical achievements, this watch achieves the feat of telling time with here brought together for the first time in a watch: 2 barrels in parallel, the constant force remontoire, the revolutionary new high-performance bi-axial EBHP escapement, and natural dead-beat seconds. Due to these extraordinary technical achievements, this watch achieves the feat of telling time with near perfect accuracy.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO 
The aesthetics of the hour, minutes and small seconds displays and the 70-hour power reserve harmonise perfectly with the wheel of the remontoire, visible on the dial. The sapphire case back reveals the 18K rose Gold movement, with its surprising natural dead-beat seconds framed by the seconds circle screwed to the movement’s bridges.
The aesthetics of the hour, minutes and small seconds displays and the 70-hour power reserve harmonise perfectly with the wheel of the remontoire, visible on the dial. The sapphire case back reveals the 18K rose Gold movement, with its surprising natural dead-beat seconds framed by the seconds circle screwed to the movement’s bridges.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO 
In an ongoing quest for precision, innovation and excellence, the Chronomètre Optimum symbolizes the very essence of François-Paul Journe's chronometric research for a wristwatch. At 11 o'clock, the wheel of the Remontoir d’égalité can be seen through an opening that invites you to discover the heart of the watch. On the back, the 18K rose gold movement reveals a natural deadbeat second delineated by a seconds circle screwed onto the bridges.
In an ongoing quest for precision, innovation and excellence, the Chronomètre Optimum symbolizes the very essence of François-Paul Journe's chronometric research for a wristwatch. At 11 o'clock, the wheel of the Remontoir d’égalité can be seen through an opening that invites you to discover the heart of the watch. On the back, the 18K rose gold movement reveals a natural deadbeat second delineated by a seconds circle screwed onto the bridges.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO 
This Calibre 1510 also benefits from two barrels and a High-Performance Bi-axial Escapement (EBHP), a patented F.P.Journe invention, and is housed in a 40 mm Platinum case.
This Calibre 1510 also benefits from two barrels and a High-Performance Bi-axial Escapement (EBHP), a patented F.P.Journe invention, and is housed in a 40 mm Platinum case.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO 
The funds collected will be used by the Foundation to support concrete actions in Asia for the protection of the Ocean, the main theme of this "Ball in Monaco".
---------------------------------------------------
Technical Specifications
Collection – SOUVERAINE
Model: Chronometre OPTIMUM Foundation PRINCE ALBERT II 2022 – Unique Piece
The funds collected will be used by the Foundation to support concrete actions in Asia for the protection of the Ocean, the main theme of this "Ball in Monaco".
---------------------------------------------------
Technical Specifications
Collection – SOUVERAINE
Model: Chronometre OPTIMUM Foundation PRINCE ALBERT II 2022 – Unique Piece
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO 
Ref. 508-CO
Movement
Manuel Calibre 1510
Manuel winding / 27 turns of crown
18K rose gold (4N)
Jewels: 44
Power reserve: 70 ± 2 hours
Dimensions of the Movement
Overall diameter: 34.40 mm
Casing-up diameter: 33.60 mm
Overall height: 3.75 mm
Height of winding stem: 2.395 mm
Diameter of stem thread: S1.20 mm
Balance
Chronometric balance with inertia weight
Hair spring with Phillips curve
Mobile stud holder
Free sprung
Pinned GE stud
Frequency: 21,600v/h (3Hz)
Inertia: 10.10 mg x cm2
Angle of lift: 58°
Amplitude: 0h dial up : > 260°/ 24h dial up : > 260°
Main characteristics
1 second remontoire at 11h, very light in Titanium and balanced
Natural dead beat second on the back of the movement
(EBHP) High performance Bi-axial escapement with arbor and wheels in Titanium, functioning without oil,
(inspired by that of A.L.Breguet created in the XVIII Century)
2 mainspring barrels in parallel
2 position crown
Time adjustment in position 2
Indications
Circular graining on baseplate
Geneva waves on bridges
Polished screw heads with chamfered slots
Pegs with polished rounded ends
Case
Platinum PT 950
Diameter: 40 mm
Total height: 9.05 mm
Dial
Unique burgundy colour and ruthenium-plated guilloché Silver, Chinese numerals
Hands: blued Steel and ivory coloured Steel
Number of parts
Movement without dial: 240
Cased up with strap: 264
Jewels: 44
Strap
Alligator straps
---------------------------------------
www.fpa2.org
---------------------------------------
Movement
Manuel Calibre 1510
Manuel winding / 27 turns of crown
18K rose gold (4N)
Jewels: 44
Power reserve: 70 ± 2 hours
Dimensions of the Movement
Overall diameter: 34.40 mm
Casing-up diameter: 33.60 mm
Overall height: 3.75 mm
Height of winding stem: 2.395 mm
Diameter of stem thread: S1.20 mm
Balance
Chronometric balance with inertia weight
Hair spring with Phillips curve
Mobile stud holder
Free sprung
Pinned GE stud
Frequency: 21,600v/h (3Hz)
Inertia: 10.10 mg x cm2
Angle of lift: 58°
Amplitude: 0h dial up : > 260°/ 24h dial up : > 260°
Main characteristics
1 second remontoire at 11h, very light in Titanium and balanced
Natural dead beat second on the back of the movement
(EBHP) High performance Bi-axial escapement with arbor and wheels in Titanium, functioning without oil,
(inspired by that of A.L.Breguet created in the XVIII Century)
2 mainspring barrels in parallel
2 position crown
Time adjustment in position 2
Indications
- Off centre hours and minutes at 3h00
- Small second at 9h00
- Power reserve at 6h00
- Large dead beat second on the back
Circular graining on baseplate
Geneva waves on bridges
Polished screw heads with chamfered slots
Pegs with polished rounded ends
Case
Platinum PT 950
Diameter: 40 mm
Total height: 9.05 mm
Dial
Unique burgundy colour and ruthenium-plated guilloché Silver, Chinese numerals
Hands: blued Steel and ivory coloured Steel
Number of parts
Movement without dial: 240
Cased up with strap: 264
Jewels: 44
Strap
Alligator straps
---------------------------------------
www.fpa2.org
---------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------
Press release - 2022
----------------------------------------------
www.facebook.com - fpjourneofficial
--------------------------------------------
MONTRES JOURNE SA
Brigitte Bocquet-Makhzani - Communication
International PR & Events Manager
17, rue de l’Arquebuse – 1204 Geneva – Switzerland
Tel : +41 (0)22 322 09 09
Fax : +41 (0)22 322 09 19
e-mail: bmakhzani@fpjourne.com
--------------------------------------------------------------
www.F.P.Journe.com
