The FP Journe Chronometre Bleu was introduced in November of 2009. It is the first FP Journe watch to feature a case made of tantalum, a rare, hard and dark grey metal with blue overtones. This case (39mm) houses the hand-wound caliber 1304 CS movement, which can be seen through the transparent case back. The blue hue is accentuated by the Chrome Blue dial.
F.P. Journe, was founded in 1999 by none other than François-Paul Journe. Known for its artisanal approach to watchmaking, this Swiss manufacturer creates timepieces entirely by hand. Their dedication to craftsmanship is evident by the number of watches they release per year: less than 1,000. Some of its most popular models; The F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain (which they released at launch in 1999), the Chronomètre à Résonance, and the Chronomètre Bleu are now some of the most coveted watches in the world.