Tag: François-Paul Journe

  • Behind the F.P.Journe Octa Prototype

    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…

  • In-Depth: The F.P.Journe Astronomic Blue Prototype

    In-Depth: The F.P.Journe Astronomic Blue Prototype

      It’s been three months since the unveiling of the 2019 Only Watch catalogue and with it, F.P.Journe’s highly anticipated grand complication timepiece, the Astronomic Blue. The Astronomic had been the topic of much tease among close F.P.Journe enthusiasts for well over the past five years, but had only gained heavy speculation among the larger…

  • Tuesday Cocktails at the Geneva Boutique

    Tuesday Cocktails at the Geneva Boutique

    Earlier this month I was spending the week in Geneva and to my chance, attend the first launch of F.P. Journe’s monthly Tuesday Cocktails. For those who might’ve missed it, the official announcement had been released just a few days prior through the brand’s Instagram account here. The idea is that each wholly owned boutique…

  • In Conversation with Gino Cukrowicz: Founding Partner of F.P. Journe

    In Conversation with Gino Cukrowicz: Founding Partner of F.P. Journe

    It is often witnessed throughout time that the personalities of geniuses are rather difficult to understand, and often misunderstood. Certainly, there are several reasons as to why such can be the case, but I’d like to think it’s because if they were just “normal” then maybe they wouldn’t be the geniuses they turned out to…

  • Win A Once in a Lifetime Watchmaking Session with François-Paul Journe

    Win A Once in a Lifetime Watchmaking Session with François-Paul Journe

      In celebration of their 153rd anniversary, the Horological Society of New York has partnered with Christie’s to present their 2019 Charity Auction during this year’s HSNY Gala. A total of 10 lots will be presented at the sale with all proceeds going towards HSNY’s ongoing horological programs. The 10th and final lot is truly…

  • Personal Opinions: The Ultimate Journe 3/3

    Personal Opinions: The Ultimate Journe 3/3

      Before diving into what I find completes the trio of the most desirable Journe watches (more like movements), I will begin by saying that this particular choice wasn’t an easy one. Plenty of thought went into this as I was faced with somewhat of a dilemma. When I first decided to write about this…

  • Analysis: What One Can Learn From AP’s Code

    Analysis: What One Can Learn From AP’s Code

      With the recent launch of Audemar Piguet’s new 11.59 collection, I took the time to join the strong crowds of protesting watch fans, and yet also some time to analyze. I have to admit, reading the online comments was the best part of my weekend as some people can get very, very, creative with…

  • Protected: Living the Dream: A Personal Delivery of an Early Icon

    Protected: Living the Dream: A Personal Delivery of an Early Icon

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  • News: F.P. Journe by Jean-Pierre Grosz

    News: F.P. Journe by Jean-Pierre Grosz

    F.P. Journe has officially announced the release of “F.P. Journe Invenit et Fecit” by Jean-Pierre Grosz. The biography covers the life of François-Paul Journe from his mischievous childhood in Marseille, to his fascination by the world of watchmaking and his ultimate pursuit for precision. The book is a detailed compilation of Mr. Journe’s life, thus…

  • “On-demand” with The F.P. Journe Répétition Minutes

    “On-demand” with The F.P. Journe Répétition Minutes

      The F.P. Journe Répétition Minutes (RM) made its debut in 2008 as the thinnest repeater in the market. While that title has since been reclaimed by other competitors since, the RM is still one of the most remarkable repeaters in the market, and the only pure minute repeater wristwatch offered by F.P. Journe since…