Independent Watchmakers · 2021-09-30

F.P. Journe: A vertical tourbillon reshapes the Tourbillon Souverain

This generation of F.P.

Chronolume · Release archive · Based on F.P. Journe current official specifications; MONOCHROME dated historical context

F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain — front view — F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain, front view. Official photograph: F.P. Journe. F.P. Journe ↗

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This archive note summarises attributed sources. Read the source at F.P. Journe current official specifications; MONOCHROME dated historical context ↗

What to know

This generation of F.P. Journe’s Tourbillon Souverain turns the tourbillon cage upright, creating a deep opening on the left side of the dial. A polished surrounding surface reflects light into the mechanism. The enamel time subdial at three balances that aperture, with the power reserve above and seconds below.

F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain — caseback and movement — F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain, caseback and movement. Official photograph: F.P. Journe. F.P. Journe ↗

Hand-wound calibre 1519 combines the 30-second vertical tourbillon with a constant-force remontoir and deadbeat seconds. The stated reserve is 80 hours. A 42mm case, 13.6mm thick, is offered in platinum or 18K 6N gold. The photographs compare the two metals and show the movement from the back.