F.P. Journe Octa Sport Automatique Réserve ARS

F.P. Journe Octa Sport Indy 500 | A limited edition blackened aluminum automatic wristwatch with date, day/night and power reserve indication, Made to commemorate French racing driver Jean Alesi’s participation in the Indianapolis 500, Circa 2013

Dial: PVD-coated aluminum Caliber: cal. 1300.3 automatic, 40 jewels Case: PVD-coated aluminum, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws Case number: 555-ARS Closure: PVD-coated aluminum F. P. Journe double folding clasp Size: 42 mm diameter, bracelet circumference is approximately 175 mm Signed: case, dial and movementProduced between 2012 and 2013 in an exclusive edition of just 99 pieces, this remarkable timepiece commemorates Jean Alesi’s participation in the legendary Indianapolis 500. To mark the occasion, F.P. Journe unveiled the limited “Octa Sport Indy 500” series, individually numbered from 501 to 599, underscoring its rarity and collectability. Crafted from a high-technology aluminum alloy commonly used in the aeronautical industry, the watch offers exceptional lightness, ensuring optimal comfort on the wrist. F.P. Journe developed and perfected specialized treatment processes to enhance the material’s durability, rendering it scratch-resistant, anti-corrosive, and hypoallergenic. Presented in beautiful condition, the present lot represents an opportunity to acquire a distinctive work of horology, one that pays tribute to both technical innovation and the enduring spirit of motorsport competition.