Hands-On: With The F.P.Journe Octa Lune, Up-Sized To 42 MM
In most of F.P.Journe's watches, there seems to be an uninterrupted flow from concept?to design, prototype, and?production.?This results in?watches of an?uncommon, seemingly personal, integrity that extends to both aesthetics and technical attributes.?Thus, while more than a modicum of journalistic integrity is required for what we do at HODINKEE,?I don't shy away from proclaiming myself to be a Journe fan-boy (though not to this degree).That said, I didn't?consider the release of the Octa Lune in a 42 mm case to be groundbreaking news. It did, however, make me look at F.P.Journe in a new light: as a global business, and not just a daring watchmaker. 2 OF 9 The new case size was developed primarily to increase legibility of the timekeeping dials, at the request of clients.?(Additionally, whether we support it or not, there is in fact a market for larger wristwatches and the new Octa Lune can now appeal to that market segment.) 3 OF 9 Even on my relatively sm

Magic Dial
Yep ... another thread about my 26400 ... and nope, I didn't peel the stickers off yet This thing is magic under the sun!

Patina...or trash?
So would this be considered patina or trash? Not mine, found it trolling eBay. I'm looking for a birth year watch.

Patek Generations Commercials
Does anyone know what the music is for any of these commercials?

Slim picking for the little guy!
My wrist isn't big at all. I currently have a GMT II now and the 40mm is just right. I have tried on the Explorer II and can pull it off. So a 42 is my limit and at that size, there are limited choices. Love everything about the 233 and you know who is to blame for that! To those who love the 233 - what would be a good choice for a 42mm? The 392?Thanks!