Key Highlights
- Unveiled at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, marking 60 years since the original 1966 Harpoon.
- 36.8 mm stainless steel case with 10 mm profile and 43.5 mm lug-to-lug, close to the original proportions.
- Gray sunray-brushed dial with applied rhodium-plated markers and horizontal indexes at 12, 6 and 9.
- Powered by the FLD04 caliber, based on the La Joux-Perret G100, with a 68-hour power reserve.
- Retail price: CHF 1,800 on a black leather strap with quick-change system.
A Faithful Reinterpretation of the 1966 Edition
Six decades after its debut, Favre Leuba returns to one of the defining designs in its archive. Presented at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, the Harpoon Revival reintroduces the 1966 Harpoon with discreetly updated mechanics while keeping the historic proportions and dial layout.
The stainless steel case measures 36.8 mm in diameter and 10 mm in thickness, with a 43.5 mm lug-to-lug span and 20 mm lug width. Polished surfaces and a steel bezel underline its compact character, while the crown carries the Favre Leuba hourglass monogram and the closed steel caseback reproduces the engraved medallion of the original with period typography and circular inscriptions.
Dial Architecture and Detailing
The gray dial follows the 1966 Harpoon but adds a contemporary sunray finish that responds to the light. Applied rhodium-plated markers mirror the original geometry, with the indexes at 12, 6 and 9 o’clock oriented horizontally, giving the watch its recognisable signature.
The “Harpoon” name at six o’clock uses the same stylised typography as the historic model. A metallic frame defines the date aperture at three o’clock, and rhodium-plated hands filled with Super-LumiNova C1 X2 GL support legibility in low light.
Wearability, Finishing and Mechanics
With a 43.5 mm lug-to-lug span and slim 10 mm height, the Harpoon Revival wears close to the wrist. The sapphire crystal receives anti-reflective treatment, and the case offers 5 ATM water resistance, aligning with daily-wear expectations for a mechanical watch.
The watch is delivered on a black leather strap with stainless steel pin buckle bearing the Favre Leuba signature, and an integrated easy-change system allows tool-free strap changes. Inside, the FLD04 caliber, based on the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement, runs at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) with 26 jewels and a 68-hour power reserve, driving hours, minutes, seconds and date.
Celebrating 60 Years of the Harpoon
“The Harpoon represents a defining chapter in Favre Leuba’s history,” notes Patrik P. Hoffmann, CEO of Favre Leuba. “For its 60th anniversary, we focused on preserving the proportions and character that made the original so distinctive, while elevating the mechanics to meet contemporary expectations.”
Founded in 1737 in Le Locle, Favre Leuba is described as the second-oldest Swiss watchmaking brand in the world. After its 2024 global relaunch, the maison entered a Renaissance era structured around the Chief, Sea Sky and Deep Raider pillars, with this anniversary Harpoon now forming the fourth pillar of the catalogue.
Why It Matters
For collectors in the GCC, the Harpoon Revival offers a Swiss-made mechanical watch from a 1737-founded maison, a faithful 36.8 mm vintage silhouette and a modern automatic caliber with 68 hours of power reserve at CHF 1,800. It underlines Favre Leuba’s Renaissance era as a focused alternative for enthusiasts drawn to heritage and measured design over spectacle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dimensions of the Favre Leuba Harpoon Revival?
The Harpoon Revival features a 36.8 mm stainless steel case with a 10 mm profile and 43.5 mm lug-to-lug span, maintaining proportions close to the original 1966 model with a 20 mm lug width.
What movement powers the Harpoon Revival and how long does it run?
The watch is powered by the FLD04 caliber, based on the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement, which runs at 28,800 vibrations per hour with a 68-hour power reserve.
When was Favre Leuba founded and what is its significance?
Favre Leuba was founded in 1737 in Le Locle and is described as the second-oldest Swiss watchmaking brand in the world, recently entering a Renaissance era following its 2024 global relaunch.
