F.P. Journe

ChristianDK
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Those are both great options.

They both use the Octa movement which is a great and precise movement. Getting an automatic caliber is also something that would complement your other pieces nicely. A great thing about the Octa caliber is the long power reserve. If you like to change watches often, there is a good chance you don’t need to set it up again.
The Lune has the most iconic dial layout and has a romantic charm to it. This piece goes all the way back to the beginning and has had a few updates along the way. This would make a great choice.
The redesigned QP has gotten very popular with seasoned Journe collectors, I think the new, very clean dial design is a bit less characteristic of FPJ but it is, non the less, a really nice design. I’m not generally a fan of perpetual calendars, as I I’m not captured by the complication, but that’s just me personally. FP designed it with a quick setup under the lugs so you avoid the typical pushers. Also he puts his own touch on the complication by make it with instantaneous change. A great piece and of course a perpetual calendar enjoys a certain respect among the more difficult complications.
It’s one of Journe s most difficult and complex movements to assemble, and require his most experienced watch makers.
I hope this helps you a bit further in your thoughts. You are definitely on the right track to a nice pick.