F.P. Journe

I traded the 38mm Octa Reserve Auto (practicality of its date function initially), for a new 40mm Chronometre Sourverain :

- for the sheer simplicity & beauty of design;

- its manual-wind;

- its exquisite & beautiful movement;

- its slimness;

- its more balanced look;

- "upgraded" to 40mm bec "i just cant get enough of a good thing";

- but most of all, because i loved the CS first.

 

Next up, my other FP Journe's favourite, the Calendrier, to complete my obsession.

I must admit I was stunned by the beauty of the CS on your wrist. Congrats on the trade, and indeed a good choice.
38mm CS fit my wrist better in proportion; Your 40mm is perfect for your wrist. Thanks for sharing it with us.

beautiful movement. Even better, it looks great on your wrist.

Congrats

Oliver

Personally, I like the 40mm case better, as it makes for a more proportionate look. Simplicity at its best, till the case back is revealed that is. Although, I do find the 38mm sitting on the wrist better.  

Congrats again and In good health !

Btw, looks like the lion city in the back ground.

The CS is imo a very beautiful watch and one that I would also like to own.

I agree with your decision on the 40mm.

You won't be sorry when you go for a Calendrier. It is my every day watch. 

Thanks guys.  Yes, i had my Octa Reserve for over a year, which served me well.  The additional date complication was useful ... except that i still found myself thinking of the CS all the time.   And i just can't afford having both.  And so i finally took the plunge.  And what a well-worth plunge it has been. 

Indeed, the Calendrier is the next must-have piece for me - so am saving up for that next one!   Glad that you're enjoying yours ...

 

Enjoy it to the fullest.

I also prefer the 40 mm CS.

Thanks for your pics !

Emmanuel

To me, the CS just sings.

I read somewhere that it is FPJ's favorite model.

Regarding 40mm and 38mm - I think it's simply a matter of personal style and taste.  Both are correct.  (I will confess a preference for the 40...)

It is a very nice piece!

Wear it in the best of health!

Stephen