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F.P. Journe 18K Rose Gold 'lineSport Chronographe Rattrapante' Wristwatch

Partially verified

This F.P. Journe lineSport Chronographe Rattrapante wristwatch features an 18K rose gold case measuring approximately 44 mm in diameter, fitted with a matching 18K rose gold bracelet. The watch features an exterior tachymeter bezel surrounding a grey and white dial with a textured guilloché center, two white subsidiary registers, applied Arabic numerals, and a large date aperture at the 6 o'clock position. The auction house reports a manual-wind movement providing flyback chronograph and date functions. Hallmarks and model text are reported on the case back and clasp, and the watch is accompanied by an international guarantee card.

Three-quarter front view of the F.P. Journe Linesport Chronographe Rattrapante in 18K rose gold
Three-quarter front view of the F.P. Journe Linesport Chronographe Rattrapante in 18K rose gold — Freeman's / Hindman. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
hindmanauctions.com
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph
Maker / attribution
F.P. Journe
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
25
Source-reported date
Not established
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
035-CM

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Identity and Physical Construction

This F.P. Journe 'Linesport Chronographe Rattrapante' features an 18K rose gold case approximately 44 mm in diameter and is fitted with a matching 18K rose gold bracelet.

The case back is marked 'F.P. JOURNE Invenit et Fecit', 'AU750' with Swiss hallmarks, and 'Chronograph Monopoussoir No 035-CM'. The clasp is also hallmarked 'F.P. JOURNE AU750' with Swiss hallmarks.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case size: Approx. 44 mm”
  • “Case material: 18K rose gold”
  • “Stamps: Case back: F.P. JOURNE Invenit et Fecit AU750 (Swiss hallmarks) Chronograph Monopoussoir No 035-CM. Clasp: F.P. JOURNE AU750 (Swiss hallmarks).”

Dial and Complications

The dial includes an exterior tachymeter bezel. The face is described as grey and white with a guilloché center and white subsidiary counters at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions.

The watch features a manual-wind movement with flyback chronograph and date functions. A date aperture is located at the 6 o'clock position.

Evidence for this section
  • “Bezel: Tachymeter”
  • “Dial: Grey and white”
  • “Functions: Flyback chronograph, date”
  • “Movement: Manual wind”

Condition and Provenance

The auction records scratching to the clasp and the bottom links. The watch is sold with an F.P. Journe international guarantee card.

The lot is sold on an 'AS IS' basis. The auction house notes that the authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed as restoration or repair may have occurred, and they do not provide a warranty regarding the operational state of the movement.

Evidence for this section
  • “Overall Condition: There is scratching to the clasp and the bottom links.”
  • “Sold with: F.P. Journe International guarantee card”
  • “All lots are sold “AS IS”.”
  • “The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed since repairs and restoration may have occurred.”
  • “Please note that Hindman does not warranty the watch at the time of the auction or after its purchase.”

Open research questions

  • Does the rattrapante (split-seconds) mechanism remain functional despite the lack of operational warranty?
  • What specific repair or restoration history is documented in the accompanying F.P. Journe international guarantee card?
  • What are the specific composition and purpose of the 'dark inserts' on the case and bracelet links mentioned in observation?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for F.P. Journe 18K Rose Gold 'lineSport Chronographe Rattrapante' Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerF.P. Journe“Maker: F.P. Journe”
ModelLinesport Chronographe Rattrapante“Model: Linesport Chronographe Rattrapante”
Serial Number035-CM“Serial number: 035-CM”
Case SizeApprox. 44 mm“Case size: Approx. 44 mm”
Case Material18K rose gold“Case material: 18K rose gold”
Movement TypeManual wind“Movement: Manual wind”
FunctionsFlyback chronograph, date“Functions: Flyback chronograph, date”
Gross WeightApprox. 113.00 dwt“Gross weight: Approx. 113.00 dwt”

Visible details

  • Matte finish on the 18K rose gold case and bracelet links with dark inserts or accents.
  • Dark grey guilloché center dial with contrasting white subsidiary counters at 3 and 9 o'clock.
  • Two-digit large date aperture located at 6 o'clock with Arabic numerals.

Research qualifications

  • The case back and movement are not depicted in the provided image.
  • Hindman notes scratching to the clasp and bottom links, and sells the lot strictly as-is without warranty.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

F.P. JOURNE, 18K ROSE GOLD 'LINESPORT CHRONOGRAPHE... | Freeman's

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 4c2aaa6987

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