WristWatch Magazine #18 | Page 38

b BOUTIQUE OVERSIZED ELEGANCE The revolutionary electro-mechanical movement, the very long autonomy, and the exceptional comfort of use of F.P. Journe’s popular Élégante model is now available in a bold 48mm version. The ultra-contemporary flat Tortue case houses the caliber 1210 electro-mechanical movement, which goes into stand-by mode after 30 minutes motionless. During this standby mode, the micro processor continues to keep time, while the mechanical parts, gears, rotors and hands stop turning. Thus the energy saved provides a very long a utonomy from 8 to 10 years in daily use, and up to 18 years in standby mode. When moved, the Élégante sets itself automatically to the current time, taking the shortest path – either clockwise or counter clockwise. Easy readability is ensured by the luminous dial, providing optimal legibility by day or night. 38 WRISTWATCH | 2016