The founder of the Swiss high-end watch company F.P. Journe, Francois-Paul Journe is by many luxury watch connoisseurs considered one of the greatest living watch designer who has managed to join the traditional art of fine watchmaking and the demands for the advanced technology. Although being inspired by the 18th century watchmaking he has managed to achieve a perfect harmony between the traditional and innovative design. Thus all F.P. Journe timepieces are marked by timeless design which is modern at the same time.The Octa Lune of the Octa collection is one of the finest examples of Francois-Paul Joune's innovative approach to watchmaking. The case in diameter 30,80 mm is available in platinum and red gold, while the dial comes in 18 carat yellow, red or white gold featuring the distinctive guilloche silver off-centered hour-minute dial, patented F.P. Journe large date display, a power reserve indicator and moon-phase indicator. In addition to brand's name, the dial also features an inscription of the brand's motto "Invenit et fecit" (meaning "invented and made"). The exceptional timepiece with an exhibition type case back is powered by 1300.3 calibre movement and has a power reserve of amazing 5 days.
The Octa Lune was proclaimed the Best Men's Watch at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Geneve in 2003 and remains one of the most popular and desired men's wristwatches of the J.P. Journe collection impressing with its elegant, timeless and innovative design.
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