The present FPJ market reflects the art world, not the horology world. I experienced a similar personal transition with the brand about 10 years ago. Like many here, I knew plenty of collectors who enthusiastically got into the brand and then swore it off

In 2015 , wishing to celebrate the end of the historic 38 mm case after 25 years of existence, F.P. Journe created 38 exclusive collector’s sets containing 5 emblematic and historic watches , each one coming with: a gold dial with bronze patina and silver

Of the four I would move the DeBethune first. I love DeBethune but this particular one is not iconic for the brand in my humble opinion. If you are going to part with one of the Journes I would say the Calendrier definitely. The Optimum is just such a spe

Good Day 40mm F.P. Journe Chronometre Optimum and a Calendrier. IF you had to let one go - which would it be?

The wedge on the top (barely visible below the 19) is a sliding lock mechanism. It keeps the pushbutton below it (below the 21) locked. To advance the month, you slide the locking wedge upwards and then push the button. The watch itself is tantalum and ro

Wonderful way to enter the weekend! I have attached a picture of the Calendrier I had the pleasure to wear for some time. Elas, we can't have everything 😉

From around 2010; reluctantly sending it for service after 11 years. Talking to the nice folks at the boutique I was told only 54 of the rose 38mm Calendrier were ever produced (much rarer than platinum) IMO the size is just perfect and I still wear it fa

Main character wears FP Journe Octa Calendrier

Although I need to set the correct date I wanted to capture the beauty of this very rare Calendrier. 1 of 10 pieces made with a black Mother of Pearl dial in 38MM red gold case for Singapore AD Sincere Fine Watches in 2006. A rare bird! rick_on_watches

My contact at the manufacture was so kind to send some pictures from the display cases.I was unable to attend the exhibition as our travel restrictions have been strengthened. I know a lot of people who would have liked to attend so here is a sneak peak.