Press release
What was lacking for explorers of the Titanic-DNA collection ? A diver's watch capable of safely accompanying them into the depths of time! Such is the mission assigned by RJ-Romain Jerome to the Octopus, its very first diver's watch.
The Octopus, named after the ocean giant that became a powerful symbol in Jules Verne's famous novel Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea, is first and foremost a sports watch but also a genuine diver's model. CEO Manuel Emch wanted this diver's watch to be different in terms of both its aesthetic expression and its technical execution. The Octopus features two crowns, one at 9 o'clock to set the watch and a second one at 3 o'clock for the elapsed time controller. It is equipped with an exclusive internal unidirectional rotating sapphire bezel system featuring engraved five-minute graduation. The chapter ring's markers are enhanced with Superluminova "blue emission" to ensure maximum visibility under the water. The hands are also luminescent.
Every detail of the watch echoes the number eight, a hint to the number of legs of the animal and a lucky number in some cultures. There are eight octagon head screws on the 46mm case as well as on the back of the watch which is stamped by a hand-engraved octopus, symbol of the conquest of great depths successfully undertaken by RJ-Romain Jerome. The two screw-locked crowns are adorned with eight rivets and guarantee a water resistance of 888 feet (270 meters) for each model limited to 888 pieces.
Faithful to the Titanic-DNA collection, the notched bezel contains oxidised and stabilised steel from the Titanic – another maritime giant. The dial carries the large X-shaped intersection found on dials in the RJ-Romain Jerome collections, with its carefully satin-brushed traverse struts and paws. For underwater sports devotees, it is, without the colors, the cross of St. Andrew's flag which indicates the presence of divers practicing. Another detail of this watch full of references, the interior of the black rubber strap features suction cups like the ones found on the arms of an octopus.
The Octopus boasts lines that are virile and expressive, in harmony with the RJ-Romain Jerome design codes. The rugged appearance of the Octopus style makes a striking contrast with the meticulous watchmaking care devoted to each detail. Destined to become a future pillar of the brand's sports collections, the Octopus comes in three different versions : steel, black PVD-coated steel and black PVD-coated steel with red gold.
It is already available at all RJ-Romain Jerome authorized retailers.
Technical data
Metal Octopus
Reference
RJ.T.AU.DI.003.01
Caliber
RJ002-A2 Mechanical self-winding movement
Frequency
28,800 v/h
Jewelling
23 jewels
Power reserve
42 hours
Water resistance
888 feet (270 meters)
Functions
Central hours, minutes & seconds; elapsed diving time controller
Case
Ø46mm
Steel. Octagon head screws
Time control device featuring five-minute graduations on the internal unidirectional rotating bezel. Two screw-lock & engraved crowns adorned with 8 rivets. One crown at 9 o'clock to set the watch and a second crown at 3 o'clock for the internal rotating bezel
Hand-engraved Octopus stamped on the case back
Bezel
Notched in stabilised rusted steel from the Titanic
Dial
Steel-coloured background, “rough” finishing. Rhodiumed and satin-brushed traverses.
Minute circle engraved on the rhodiumed and satin-brushed inner bezel.
Black gold satin-brushed inner chapter ring, hour-markers enhanced with “blue emis- sion” Superluminova
Hands
Black gold hours, minutes & seconds hands enhanced with “blue emission” Superluminova
Strap
Black rubber with an interior featuring octopus-type suction cups
Buckle
Steel
Limited Edition 888 pieces
Retail price CHF 12,950.-* / EUR 11,500.-* / USD 13,750.-*
Black Octopus
Reference
RJ.T.AU.DI.001.01
Calibre
RJ002-A2 Mechanical self-winding movement
Frequency
28,800 v/h
Jewelling
23 jewels
Power reserve
42 hours
Water resistance
888 feet
Functions
Central hours, minutes & seconds
Case
Ø46mm
Black PVD-coated steel. Octagon head screws
Time control device featuring five-minute graduations on the internal unidirectional rotating bezel.
Two screw-lock & engraved crowns adorned with 8 rivets. One crownat 9 o'clock to set the watch and a second crown at 3 o'clock for the internal rotating bezel
Hand-engraved Octopus stamped on the case back
Bezel
Notched in stabilised rusted steel from the Titanic
Dial
Black background, “rough” finishing. Black satin-brushed traverses. Minute circle engraved on the black satin-brushed inner bezel. Black gold satin-brushed inner chapter ring, hour-markers enhanced with “blue emission” Superluminova
Hands
Black gold hours, minutes & seconds hands enhanced with “blue emission” Superluminova
Strap
Black rubber with an interior featuring octopus-type suction cups
Buckle
Black PVD-coated steel
Limited Edition 888 pieces
Retail price CHF 12,950.-* / EUR 11,500.-* / USD 13,750.-*
Red Octopus
Reference
RJ.T.AU.DI.002.01
Calibre
RJ002-A2 Mechanical self-winding movement
Frequency
28,800 v/h
Jewelling
23 jewels
Power reserve
42 hours
Water resistance
888 feet
Functions
Central hours, minutes & seconds
Case
Ø46mm
Black PVD-coated steel. Red gold octagon head screws
Time control device featuring five-minute graduations on the internal unidirectional rotating bezel.
Two screw-lock & engraved crowns adorned with 8 red gold rivets
One crown at 9 o'clock to set the watch and a second crown at 3 o'clock for the internal rotating bezel
Hand-engraved Octopus stamped on the case back
Bezel
Notched in stabilised rusted steel from the Titanic
Dial
Black background, “rough” finishing. Black satin-brushed traverses. Minute circle engraved on the black satin-brushed inner bezel. Red gold coloured satin-brushed inner chapter ring, hour-markers enhanced with “blue emission” Superluminova
Hands
Black gold hours, minutes & seconds hands enhanced with “blue emission” Superluminova
Strap
Black rubber with an interior featuring octopus-type suction cups
Buckle
Black PVD-coated steel
Limited Edition 888 pieces
Retail price CHF 13,950.-* / EUR 12,500.-* / USD 14,900.-*
