Launched in the beginning of François-Paul Journe’s career, the Octa Chronographe is one of the manufacture's rarest models. At the time of launch in 2001, it was the very first chronograph wristwatch with automatic movement to feature a large date display and a flyback chronograph with an impressive 120-hour power reserve (a world record for a wristwatch at the time).

The model was also the first F.P. Journe model to be discontinued, when it was replaced by the Centigraphe Souverain chronograph in 2007. Produced in two series, the first with the cal. 1300 with brass movement, and the second as seen on the present model, cal. 1300.2 with 18K pink gold movement, is a wonderful, modern interpretation of the chronograph. The asymmetrical dial, with large time indication to the right side of the dial, is offset by the smaller 60-minute dial to the left side.

In stunning overall condition, the present example comes complete with its original certificate and presentation box. An extremely rare configuration with its 38mm pink gold case, pink gold movement, and mesmerizing pink gold dial, just 18 examples were produced according to scholarship, the present being the 4th example to appear in the auction market publicly. Over the past few years, demand for F.P. Journe’s timepieces has grown as more collectors recognize the importance of the brand’s exceptional watchmaking. The present Octa Chronographe is an arresting example of a rare and discontinued model, presenting an outstanding opportunity for the connoisseur.