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Behind the F.P.Journe Octa Prototype
It was by coincidence that earlier this year I spent an unhealthy amount of time researching a specific trio of watches, of which I was told existed in the wild but had no record of their making within the F.P.Journe archives. It was through a conversation I had with Mr. Journe in October 2018…
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The First Question, Basel 1999
In 1999, Francois-Paul attended Baselworld and exhibited as his own independent brand for the very first time, Montres Journe SA, or as it is better known, F.P. Journe Invenit et Fecit. Exhibiting as part of the AHCI, it was the first time he had displayed with them in over seven years and this time,…
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Protected: Living the Dream: A Personal Delivery of an Early Icon
There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.
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When Two Geniuses Meet: François-Paul Recounts Meeting Ray Charles
If you’ve ever attended one of F.P. Journe’s annual January shows, you might have noticed some background music playing. If you have, or haven’t, then the next time you go, try to listen closely and you might pick up on a rather well-known song called, “Georgia on my Mind” by Ray Charles. As someone who…
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Traveling Through Time with F.P. Journe’s Resonance: Part 1
It is fair to say that alongside the Tourbillon Souverain, the Chronomètre à Résonance is one of the most cherished F.P. Journe timepieces within the world of Journe collectors. First introduced at Baselworld in 2000, it has gone through an array of changes over the years but still remains one of the most unique creations…
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Recommended Reading: Tales of Three Acquisitions by Felipe Jordão
I always enjoy reading and hearing about acquisition stories because I believe that the acquisition process is just as important as the actual ownership of a watch. It builds something very special that makes a piece a lot more valuable to its caretaker. From the many stories I have encountered, the following is a…