{"product_id":"f-p-journe-chronometre-bleu-ref-cb-tantalum-2017","title":"F.P.Journe Chronomètre Bleu Ref. CB Tantalum (2017)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFrançois-Paul Journe occupies an unparalleled position as the preeminent independent watchmaker of the modern era, his eponymous manufacture producing fewer than 900 pieces annually with every component made in-house in Geneva. The Chronomètre Bleu has become his most iconic and beloved creation — a watch that achieved near-mythical status among collectors for its distinctive deep blue chrome dial and its case rendered in tantalum, a rare metal extremely difficult to machine, prized for its anthracite-grey, faintly bluish hue. Named after the Greek myth of Tantalus, the material's perfect corrosion resistance, exceptional hardness, and biocompatibility have made this reference a cult favorite within the rarefied world of independent collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe 39mm tantalum case measures just 8.3mm thick, framing the signature blue chrome dial with ivory-colored steel hands, central hours and minutes, and small seconds at seven-thirty. The hand-wound Caliber 1304 features bridges and plate in 18-karat rose gold, twin parallel barrels delivering 56 hours of power reserve, an in-line lever escapement, and chronometric balance with four weights. The movement employs Journe's signature \"long mystery balance\" with the going train concealed beneath the dial, completed by a blue alligator strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e*This timepiece comes with the original sales receipt. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F.P.Journe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45807855567092,"sku":"P5047S","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/7141\/5373\/files\/f-p-journe-cb-classique-collection-chronometre-bleu-2016-f-p-journe-43801871515892.jpg?v=1737626191","url":"https:\/\/wristaficionado.com\/products\/f-p-journe-chronometre-bleu-ref-cb-tantalum-2017","provider":"Wrist Aficionado","version":"1.0","type":"link"}