F.P. Journe
SIHH 2019: Élégante by F.P. Journe Titalyt
An Electromechanical Movement
But of course, this is no ordinary quartz watch. It took eight years of research for F.P. Journe to develop this new revolutionary horological concept for his first ladies’ collection. The élégante by F.P. Journe comes equipped with a proprietary electromechanical movement, which is fitted with a mechanical motion detection oscillating weight visible on the dial at 4:30. It allows for extremely precise technical specifications and ensures that the watch can run autonomously for 8 to 10 years of daily use, and even up to 18 years if it’s motionless (i.e. not worn).
I’ve heard people shocked to see the watch in motion when they aren’t aware of its capabilities, and having personally witnessed this, it really truly feels like a bit of magic in play.
The Élégante by F.P. Journe Titalyt
This year’s release sees the Élégante in a new case material, a grade 5 Titanium case with an exclusive Titalyt treatment. The titanium is first subjected to electro-plasma oxidation to improve the material’s hardness and resistance to wear and corrosion. It also gives the material a unique colouring, a matte dark grey that looks like it could both work in a sporty setting or a more classy one.
The watch is available in 2 versions, in both 40mm and a much larger 48mm – F.P. Journe might have developed the line initially for women but its size options sure will fit any man’s wrist well. The smaller version also comes with a spattering of diamonds on the bezel. Not too much, just enough to give the watch a little extra sparkle.