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F.P. Journe

Octa Perpétuelle "Tokyo Edition"

A coveted and extraordinary titanium and pink gold automatic perpetual calendar wristwatch with retrograde date, ruthenium dial, certificate and presentation box, number 12 of a limited edition of 99 pieces, made exclusively for the 5th anniversary of the F. P. Journe Boutique Tokyo

Estimate
CHF70,000 - 140,000
€75,300 - 151,000
$85,700 - 171,000
CHF419,100
Lot Details
Manufacturer
F.P. Journe
Year
2010
Case No
12/99-OP
Model Name
Octa Perpétuelle "Tokyo Edition"
Material
Titanium and 18k pink gold
Calibre
Automatic, cal. 1300.3, 39 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
18k pink gold F. P. Journe deployant clasp
Dimensions
40mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
Accessories
Accompanied by F.P. Journe Guarantee card stamped Montres Journe S.A. Hong Kong dated March 3, 2018, service papers dated 2018, USB key, polishing cloth, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Catalogue Essay
Created to commemorate the 5th anniversary of the F.P. Journe Tokyo boutique, this extraordinary limited series pays homage to the Maison’s most devoted clientele. The Anniversary Timepieces Edition exemplifies this ethos, celebrating the enduring bond between the brand and its patrons. The Octa Perpétuelle Tokyo Anniversary Edition is a triumph of modern haute horlogerie, encased in polished titanium that radiates a refined, contemporary elegance. Its ruthenium-coated gold dial provides a bold yet sophisticated contrast. This perpetual calendar movement is a technical masterpiece, featuring a retrograde date display, apertures for the day and month, and a leap-year indicator seamlessly integrated into February. The mechanism transitions effortlessly between months of varying lengths—28, 29, 30, or 31 days—automatically accounting for leap years with remarkable precision. A standout feature is the safety pusher at 8 o’clock, designed for the annual adjustment of the months during the initial setup. Ingeniously conceived, this mechanism prevents accidental activation, ensuring intuitive operation without the need for specialized abilities.

Limited to just 99 pieces, the Octa Perpétuelle Tokyo Anniversary Edition is an exceptionally rare and highly coveted collector’s item. The present example numbered 12, is preserved in outstanding condition and is accompanied by its complete set of accessories. Crafted with meticulous care and imbued with the spirit of celebration, this Octa Perpétuelle represents a rare opportunity for the discerning collector to acquire a timepiece that embodies the artistry, innovation, and exclusivity synonymous with F.P. Journe.

F.P. Journe

Swiss | 1999
Founded by watchmaker François-Paul Journe in 1999, the F.P. Journe brand is relatively young, but already is as highly regarded by collectors as many distinguished manufacturers with centuries-old heritage. In the minds of the world's savviest collectors, Journe is producing some of the finest wristwatches the market has ever seen. Mastering his craft from restoring historical timepieces, he was the first to create a wristwatch incorporating two escapements that benefit from the phenomenon of resonance — the Chronomètre à Résonance.

Key models include the Résonance, tourbillon wristwatches incorporating a remontoir and the limited edition Vagabondage series. Especially sought-after are his earliest "souscription" watches, made in 1999.
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