In 2011, Journe released his Octa Sport line made in ultra-light aluminum after three years of development, which was inspired by an important collector of the brand - a sportsman who sought a timepiece he could wear while completing a marathon or triathlon. Journe once again excited the watch world with his introduction of the next generation Octa Sport Automatique Réserve 2 in 2018 with three models: platinum with blue-mauve dial (like the present watch), 18K 6N gold with Ruthenium dial, and Grade 5 titanium with either anthracite or yellow dial.

Featuring a 44mm diameter case made in platinum with a matching bracelet, it is 2mm larger than its predecessor, with the addition of a ceramic bezel insert. The dial features a power reserve at 10 o’clock, a bean-shaped aperture indicating day and night with a new gradient touch, an upsized date window with larger typography, and applied 18K white gold hour markers. Designed for optimal legibility, the timepiece is fitted with Journe’s in-house cal. 1300.3, crafted in 18K pink gold. The bracelet in platinum, with a beautiful, shimmery matte finish, is supple and engineered to taper to a variety of wrist sizes.

Sold at the Tokyo Boutique in 2020, the present Octa Sport in platinum is set apart by its case number of 001 – a prestigious number likely offered to an important customer of F.P. Journe. It is in nearly flawless condition, with all of its original accessories, and will make a bold accompaniment to the wrist of a modern sportsman.