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F.P. Journe
Octa Sport Automatique Réserve
An extremely rare and sporty limited edition titanium wristwatch with blue lacquer dial, large date, day and night indication, power reserve, bracelet, guarantee, and presentation box, one of eight examples
Estimate
$80,000–160,000
Manufacturer
F.P. Journe
Year
Circa 2020, Switzerland
Case No
No. 080-ARS2
Model Name
Octa Sport Automatique Réserve
Material
Titanium
Calibre
Automatic, cal. 1300.3, 37 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Titanium F. P. Journe bracelet, max overall length 200mm
Clasp/Buckle
Titanium F. P. Journe deployant clasp
Dimensions
44mm Diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed
Accessories
Accompanied by a F. P. Journe International Guarantee dated March 12, 2020, fitted F. P. Journe presentation box, leather wallet with USB key, polish cloth, and outer packaging
Full-Cataloguing
GOOD TO KNOW
• Exceptionally rare model with a vibrant deep blue lacquer dial
• One of only eight examples ever made
• Complete-set
In 2011, Journe released his Octa Sport line made in ultra-light aluminium, which was inspired by an important collector of the brand - a sportsman who sought a timepiece he could wear while completing a marathon or triathlon. Journe once again excited the watch world with his introduction of the next generation Octa Sport Automatique Réserve 2 in 2018 with three models: platinum with blue-mauve dial, 18K 6N gold with Ruthenium dial, and Grade 5 titanium with either anthracite or yellow dial.
The present model is an exceedingly rare titanium Octa Sport Automatique Réserve featuring a stunning blue lacquered dial. Research indicates F. P. Journe made a limited edition of just eight timepieces featuring a 44mm diameter titanium case with matching bracelet and with large date apertures, power reserve, and day/night indication. As with all Journe timepieces the technical craftsmanship of the movement is matched by the exquisite blue lacquered dial, which is made by applying multiple layers of lacquer and then hand polishing it to achieve the luster it displays. Designed for optimal legibility, the timepiece is fitted with Journe’s in-house cal. 1300.3. Made of aluminium with an off-center winding rotor in titanium with tungsten barrel, it provides an impressive six day power reserve.
It is amongst the rarest models of the entire Octa “lineSport” range, and is offered in outstanding condition, complete with its original accessories. It is a wonderful reminder of the technical innovation, craftsmanship, and aesthetic mastery demonstrated by this modern master.
• Exceptionally rare model with a vibrant deep blue lacquer dial
• One of only eight examples ever made
• Complete-set
In 2011, Journe released his Octa Sport line made in ultra-light aluminium, which was inspired by an important collector of the brand - a sportsman who sought a timepiece he could wear while completing a marathon or triathlon. Journe once again excited the watch world with his introduction of the next generation Octa Sport Automatique Réserve 2 in 2018 with three models: platinum with blue-mauve dial, 18K 6N gold with Ruthenium dial, and Grade 5 titanium with either anthracite or yellow dial.
The present model is an exceedingly rare titanium Octa Sport Automatique Réserve featuring a stunning blue lacquered dial. Research indicates F. P. Journe made a limited edition of just eight timepieces featuring a 44mm diameter titanium case with matching bracelet and with large date apertures, power reserve, and day/night indication. As with all Journe timepieces the technical craftsmanship of the movement is matched by the exquisite blue lacquered dial, which is made by applying multiple layers of lacquer and then hand polishing it to achieve the luster it displays. Designed for optimal legibility, the timepiece is fitted with Journe’s in-house cal. 1300.3. Made of aluminium with an off-center winding rotor in titanium with tungsten barrel, it provides an impressive six day power reserve.
It is amongst the rarest models of the entire Octa “lineSport” range, and is offered in outstanding condition, complete with its original accessories. It is a wonderful reminder of the technical innovation, craftsmanship, and aesthetic mastery demonstrated by this modern master.
F.P. Journe
Swiss | 1999Founded 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.