Introduction
Launched in 2007 and produced until 2018, the F.P. Journe Octa Automatique Reserve is a 40mm diameter 18kt rose gold timepiece from the F.P. Journe’s Octa collection that comes powered by the automatic cal. 1300.3 and speaks to F.P. Journe’s signature design language. The Octa Reserve’s 30.8mm x 5..8mm solid 18kt rose gold movement is packed with F.P. Journe’s signature large date display, a centrally-located hour and minute hand, a running seconds subdial at 5 o’clock, and an incredibly impressive 120-hours of power reserve that is also on its dial via the power reserve indicator found at 9’clock. Featuring an 18k rose gold oscillating weight and incredible finishing, the cal. 1300.3 is a stunning sight to behold and is fitting for such an exceedingly rare and beautiful watch. Sporting F.P. Journe’s signature dial design, the Octa Automatique Reserve boasts a silver dial with its off-center complications that combine with its applied Breguet numerals to create an aesthetic that is unmistakable as belonging to F.P. Journe.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers, Additional Straps
Est. value range
$80,000 – $120,000
The Details
Brand
F.P. Journe
Dimensions
40mm x 10.6mm
Model
Octa Automatique Reserve
Movement
Automatic cal. 1300.3
Reference
AR
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
2020
Condition
Near mint
Material
18kt rose gold
Included
Watch, box, papers, and three additional leather straps
Dial Color
Silver
THE DIAL
Boasting F.P. Journe's signature dial layout, the Octa Reserve Automatique's complications give its dial the asymmetric look that Journe's pieces have become known for.
THE MOVEMENT
Constructed from 18k rose gold, as is F.P. Journe's signature, the Octa Automatique Reserve's cal. 1300.3 movement is a stunning sight to behold from behind its sapphire crystal caseback.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in overall near-mint condition. The rose gold case shows signs of careful wear, with a few light surface marks and scuffs, while the display case back retains very well-defined engravings and hallmarks. The dial and hands remain like new. It is fitted with a turquoise Journe crocodile strap and a rose gold Journe pin buckle, both remaining in near-mint condition, and includes three additional aftermarket straps with pin buckles. Comes complete with inner and outer boxes, warranty card, card holder and USB key.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
Blending luxury with horological nuance and technical mastery, F.P. Journe's rise through the ranks of watchmaking has been nothing short of exemplary, and it is pieces like this Octa Automatique Reserve that highlight why collectors are flocking to these amazing watches.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
