Results for François-Paul Journe

New: The facelifted F.P. Journe Automatique Lune Havana

F.P. Journe extends the Automatique Lune with the new Havana: with enlarged big date and bigger moonphase on a warm, tobacco coloured dial. Details within.

Interview: François-Henry Bennahmias, CEO of Audemars Piguet

François-Henry Bennahmias is one of the most successful chief executives in Swiss watchmaking: since taking the top job at Audemars Piguet in 2012, revenues at the watchmaker have more than doubled, to well over a billion Swiss francs. He took some flak earlier this year with the high profile launch of an entirely new line, the Code 11.59, which was widely panned at the time. But Mr Bennahmias appears to have been partially vindicated after the unique Code 11.59 skeleton tourbillon (which I was surprisingly drawn to) sold for a million francs – more than four times its presale high estimate. But Mr Bennahmias does not seem to be the sort to look back reflectively, he is forging ahead full speed with rolling out new iterations of the Code 11.59, while also working on “huge” and “very cool” collaboration that will be announced in mid 2020. During a recent visit to Singapore a month ago, Mr Bennahmias discussed the Code 11.59, while dropping a few hints about an upcoming vintage remake, as well as the upcoming partnership. The interview was edited for clarity and length. I really like what you have done recently with the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Skeleton in black ceramic. At the same time, I hear that there are some updates and extensions planned for the Code 11.59 in 2020. Can you talk anything about that? No. [With a smile] Can you say anything about the Code 11.59 for Only Watch, which is a two-tone skeleton of sorts? I saw the watch in Geneva; two-tone doe...

Paul Gerber: Renaissance Man And Creator Of World’s Most Complicated Watch And Smallest Wooden Clock - Reprise

The era of the master visionary and maker may be dead and gone in many other industries, but to create a beautiful watch, like composing a beautiful string quartet, you need a Beethoven, a Haydn, or a Brahms not a committee of brainstormers dreaming up target groups. Paul Gerber is up there with the giants, and Marton Radkai explains why.

RECOMMENDED READING: Here’s an introduction to F.P. Journe, with everything you ever wanted to know

F.P. Journe is an interesting case in the expanding landscape of independent watchmaking. For a watchmaker that produces around 900 pieces per year, the brand is seen in all the right places, regularly winning prizes at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, and producing a watch for the Only Watch charity auction for its last … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Here’s an introduction to F.P. Journe, with everything you ever wanted to know appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

New: F. P. Journe Centigraphe and Automatique Linne sport in Pt and 18k 6N gold

The F.P. Journe Centigraphe and the Automatique Réserve are now available in Platinum and 18K 6N Gold versions. This follows the earlier versions in Ti.

F. P. Journe Souverain Tourbillon Vertical

F. P. Journe throws another gauntlet at the tourbillon ring- a vertical tourbillon with remontoire d'égalité: The F.P. Journe Souverain Tourbillon Vertical.

SIHH 2019: Élégante by F.P. Journe Titalyt

F.P. Journe brings a new titanium case to the élégante line, an unusual quartz watch powered by an electromechanical movement.

New: F.P. Journe Centigraphe Sport and the Octa Sport

New from F. P. Journe: two watches in a brilliant yellow dial. Titanium case with titanium and ceramic bezel. The new Centigraphe Sport and Octa Sport. 

A Closer Look at the F.P. Journe Chronograph Monopoussoir Rattrapante

Last November, one of the most highly anticipated watches at the Only Watch auction was the F.P. Journe Monopusher Split-Seconds Chronograph.

Review: F.P. Journe Chronographe Monopoussoir Rattrapante - the dragon slayer

Hands-on, analytical review of the F.P. Journe Chronographe Monopoussoir Rattrapante, and tell you why we call it the Dragon Slayer.

New Release: F.P. Journe Chronographe Monopoussoir Rattrapante

The F.P. Journe lineSport collection broadens once again with the new Chronographe Monopoussoir Rattrapante, available in 3 versions: platinum PT950, 18 K red gold, and grade 5 titanium.

The Rolex “John Player Special” Paul Newman Daytona Ref. 6241

Robert “Bob” Ridley tears down a 14K yellow gold 6241 “John Player Special” to help you navigate your way around a most desired gold Paul Newman Daytona.

Hot Shots: F.P. Journe Chronomètre Holland & Holland

When a master watchmaker and one of the world’s greatest gun-makers meet, the result is a timepiece of passion and beauty: F.P. Journe Chronomètre Holland & Holland.

Paul Newman Daytona 101

One watch that has been making headlines for the past few years is the Rolex Daytona ‘Paul Newman’. But how do you know if you are looking at the real thing? Just follow this simple guide assembled by The Watch Club for Revolution.

Review: F.P. Journe Vagabondage III

Full hands-on analytical review of the F.P. Journe Vagabondage III with live high resolution photos.

UPDATE: Rolex Paul Newman Daytona - most expensive watch sold at auction in Australia

On Monday we told you about a Rolex ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona that was being auctioned by Sotheby’s Australia the following night. Well, on Wednesday we discovered that the watch hammered in at $219,600 (including buyer’s premium), making it the most expensive wristwatch ever auctioned in Australia. To find out more about what went down in … ContinuedThe post UPDATE: Rolex Paul Newman Daytona – most expensive watch sold at auction in Australia appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

NEWS: Live in Australia and looking for a Rolex ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona? You might be in luck

The ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona is one of THE legendary watches. At its most basic level it’s an exotic dialled variant of the (already iconic) Rolex Daytona. Unpopular when it was originally released, things kicked off for the watch when pictures of Paul Newman wearing a ref. 6239 emerged and the once-obscure chronograph became one of … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Live in Australia and looking for a Rolex ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona? You might be in luck appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ strikes a chord

If you’re familiar with Raymond Weil it should come as no surprise that music is a recurring theme in their collections. From homages to iconic performers such as The Beatles and the late, great David Bowie, through to watches made to honour particular instruments – such as their Nabucco Cello Tourbillon – Raymond Weil definitely … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ strikes a chord appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The F.P. Journe Patrimoine Service: a brilliant value proposition

The F.P. Journe Patrimoine Service a service where the brand purchases pre-owned pieces, authenticate, restore, update and offers for sale with as new.

Review: F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain

Review of F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain with hands-on analysis and live high resolution photographs.

Review: F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance

F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance review with photographs, commentary, analysis, specifications and price.

Review: F.P. Journe Chronomètre Optimum

Full review with hands-on commentary, analysis and comparison of the F.P. Journe Chronomètre Optimum. High resolution photographs, price and specs.

F.P. Journe’s 5 piece watch set to commemorate the end of an era

F.P. Journe releases an exclusive 5 piece set limited to 38 sets to commemorate the end of an era. 38 exclusive collector’s sets containing 5 emblematic and historic watches in 38 mm.

Only Watch 2015: F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain Bleu

For Only Watch 2015 is offering a unique F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain Bleu

F.P. Journe presents the new Octa Lune

F.P Journe Octa Lune

The Case for Quartz Luxury Watches: Featuring F.P. Journe, Grand Seiko and Accutron

When starting out on a watch journey, one of the first questions to consider is the choice between quartz and automatic watches, with the perception that mechanical watches are "better" and more expensive, while quartz watches are entry-level and lower quality. While this may hold some truth, luxury brands also produce high-end quartz pieces that are equally impressive from a technological standpoint. 

The Case for Quartz Luxury Watches: Featuring F.P. Journe, Grand Seiko, and Accutron

When starting out on a watch journey, one of the first questions to consider is the choice between quartz and automatic watches, with the perception that mechanical watches are "better" and more expensive, while quartz watches are entry-level and lower quality. While this may hold some truth, luxury brands also produce high-end quartz pieces that are equally impressive from a technological standpoint. 

SIHH 2019: F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain Vertical

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of this emblematic model that started Montres Journes’ journey, F.P. Journe unveils its successor: the Tourbillon Souverain Vertical.

The Bravest Watch in History: F.P. Journe’s Chronomètre à Résonance

Bring a Loupe: A Heuer Dato 12, A Rolex Bombé, and-What's That?-An F.P.Journe Élégante?

All that and more in this week's edition of Hodinkee's What's Selling Where column.