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F.P. Journe

Octa Réserve de Marche | A platinum wristwatch with date, power reserve indication and brass movement, Circa 2002

Auction Closed

April 24, 04:23 PM GMT

Estimate

1,100,000 - 2,000,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

F.P. Journe

Octa Réserve de Marche

A platinum wristwatch with date, power reserve indication and brass movement, Circa 2002

Dial: pink gold and silvered

Calibre: cal. 1300 automatic, 32 jewels

Case: platinum, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws

Case number: 342-02A

Closure: black F.P. Journe alligator strap and unsigned stainless steel buckle

Size: 38 mm diameter

Signed: case, dial and movement

Accessories: none

One of the three pillars in F.P. Journe's early collection, the Octa Réserve de Marche is the first automatic wristwatch released by the brand. At the time of introduction, it had the largest power reserve among any wristwatch on the market, with over 120 hours at full wound. The present example features an early brass movement, which ceased production around 2004 in favour of the pink gold movement. Back in the days F.P. Journe used these rhodium-plated brass movements to reduce production cost, which in today's market becomes a rarity among collectors, now around only 2000 units left. The present example is fitted with a pink gold dial housed in a platinum case, movement finished with a round Côtes de Genève pattern. It makes a true connoisseur's piece on the wrist.

F.P. Journe Octa Réserve de Marche

鉑金腕錶，備日期、動力儲備顯示及黃銅機芯，約2002年製

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense.

Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."