Rare birds: FP Journe Chronomètre Holland & Holland. A match made in heaven. Founded in 1835, Holland & Holland is known for producing some of the finest firearms in the world. The British manufacturer specializes in fine shotguns and rifles that, like the FP Journe watch, are synonymous with luxury, precision and tradition. FP Journe Chronomètre Holland & Holland is the result of a collaboration between the two brands in 2017 and 2018, uniting their love of craftsmanship, tradition and precision.

Just as every Holland & Holland firearm is carefully handcrafted by skilled craftsmen in London using only the finest materials and state-of-the-art technology, FP Journe watches are also crafted in Geneva, Switzerland. Both brands’ commitment to excellence is reflected in their unwavering attention to detail and their dedication to creating impressive weapons and timepieces that not only perform flawlessly, but also display unparalleled beauty.

For collectors and enthusiasts, Holland & Holland firearms represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship and are cherished for their timeless charm and exceptional quality, just as the FP Journe is at the pinnacle of contemporary watchmaking.

The FP Journe Chronomètre Holland & Holland is a perfect example of superior craftsmanship and innovative design in a stainless steel watch – extremely rare for an FP Journe – featuring a rare Damascus steel dial made from two antique Holland & Holland gun barrels. 1868.

Each of these barrels is over a century old and the know-how that went into making them has been forgotten but somehow saved in the collaboration between the two brands. Always on the lookout for something extraordinary, unique and innovative, FP Journe saw the possibility of incorporating these barrels into a unique watch collection, drawing fully on ancient traditions.

The two barrels are registered by hand in the company's books, with barrel number 1382 dating from 1868 (a total of 38 dials produced) and barrel number 7183 dating from 1882 with a total of 28 dials produced .

The FP Journe Chronomètre Holland & Holland watch is carefully handcrafted and produced in a limited edition. The brand's dedication to precision engineering and attention to detail has earned it a loyal following of watch enthusiasts and collectors around the world.

To produce the dials, the barrels are first cut along their entire length at the Holland & Holland factory and then rolled into flat strips. These flat strips are then cut into smaller strips, which can then be cleaned, polished and reduced to the desired thickness.

The materials are then sent to FP Journe’s dial maker “Les Cadraniers de Genève” where the dials are cut. They are then sent back to Holland & Holland for "browning," a traditional gunmaking technique that helps protect the steel and accentuate the wonderful pattern created during the original manufacturing process of the Damascus barrels. Therefore, each dial has a unique pattern, making each watch even more unique. Cream stainless steel hands make the dial extremely readable.

The FP Journe Chronomètre Holland & Holland watch features a 39mm stainless steel case, which embodies the perfect fusion of technical innovation and classic design elements. This timepiece is meticulously crafted and demonstrates the brand’s expertise in haute horlogerie. The exquisite dial is unique, while the sophisticated movement inside ensures excellent timekeeping accuracy. Understated and sophisticated, the FP Journe Chronomètre Holland & Holland watch is a true testament to the brand’s commitment to watchmaking craftsmanship and excellence, and is only available to collectors through an application process.

Turn the watch over and you can see the 18K rose gold manual winding FP Journe Caliber 1304 movement. The two parallel barrels are engraved with very special Holland & Holland words to ensure that the movement can be fully wound after 38 turns. Offers 56 hours of power reserve through the crown.

The FP Journe Caliber 1304 is a hand-wound movement composed of 161 parts and 22 jewels and is beautifully decorated including a partially rounded textured base plate, sunburst treatment, polished screw heads, chamfered grooves and polished rounded shaped end pins.

Considered one of the rarest watches by FP Journe (as the brand rarely collaborates with any other brand), this is definitely a rare bird.