Favre Leuba Harpoon Revival Blue 00.20401.115.02.105

The Favre Leuba Harpoon Revival Blue Ref. 00.20401.115.02.105 is a faithful recreation of one of the Swiss watchmaker's most distinctive designs from the 1960s, celebrating 60 years since the original Harpoon debuted in 1966. Introduced as part of the Harpoon Revival collection in 2026, this blue-dial variation preserves the compact proportions and unusual dial architecture that made the original so recognizable. The polished stainless steel case measures 36.8mm in diameter, 43.5mm lug-to-lug, and just 10mm thick, offering a refined wrist presence reminiscent of classic mid-century dress watches. Its striking blue sunray-brushed dial features applied rhodium-plated hour markers, with the indexes at 12, 6, and 9 o'clock positioned horizontally rather than vertically, a distinctive design element carried directly from the 1966 original. A framed date window at 3 o'clock and vintage-inspired “Harpoon” signature at 6 o'clock complete the dial, while polished rhodium-plated hands filled with Super-LumiNova provide modern legibility. An anti-reflective sapphire crystal, 50 meters of water resistance, and brown leather strap with a quick-release system complete the vintage-inspired design.

Inside is Favre Leuba's automatic Calibre FLD04, a modern Swiss movement based on the respected La Joux-Perret G100 architecture. Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, the movement features 26 jewels and delivers an impressive 68-hour power reserve, allowing the watch to remain running throughout an entire weekend off the wrist. The solid stainless steel caseback features a carefully engraved medallion reproducing the original 1966 Harpoon's hourglass emblem, circular inscriptions, and period typography, further emphasizing the attention to historical detail. Favre Leuba's history stretches back to 1737, making it one of Switzerland's oldest watchmaking names, and the Harpoon Revival represents an important part of the brand's renewed focus on its extensive archives. Rather than dramatically modernizing the original design, Favre Leuba has preserved the distinctive proportions, unconventional hour markers, and understated elegance that made the Harpoon unique nearly six decades ago. With its rich blue dial, slim 36.8mm case, vintage-inspired finishing, and contemporary 68-hour automatic movement, the Harpoon Revival offers an appealing combination of authentic 1960s character and modern Swiss watchmaking.

Reference: 00.20401.115.02.105

Bracelet: Brown Leather Strap

Case: 37mm x 10mm Thickness - Stainless Steel

Lug Width: 20mm

Movement: FLD04 - Automatic - 68 Hour Power Reserve

Functions: HMS, Date

Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes, and warranty card

Crystal: Sapphire

Water Resistance: 50M

Bracelet size: 7.85”

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Favre Leuba traces its roots back to 1737 in Le Locle, Switzerland, when Abraham Favre is documented as running his own watchmaking workshop.
Over the next generations, his descendants expanded the firm: in 1792 a formal firm “A. Favre & Fils” was established, and by 1815 Henry-Auguste Favre partnered with Auguste Leuba, coalescing into the name Favre-Leuba.

The brand became known not just for fine complications and precise movements, but for technical innovation: in the 1950s and 60s, Favre Leuba developed proprietary calibers (FL101, FL103/104) and produced landmark tool watches such as the Bivouac—the first mechanical wristwatch combining altimeter and barometer—and the Deep Blue diver’s watch.

However, the quartz revolution of the 1970s–80s strained many traditional mechanical watchmakers, and in 1985 the Favre family was forced to cede control of the company.

Over the years the brand passed through various owners, including stints with LVMH and, later, Titan (of India).
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In recent years, Favre Leuba has attempted revivals and re-launches: in 2011 Titan acquired it, and as of 2024–2025 it is undergoing yet another revival with fresh watch collections, renewed branding (dropping the hyphen), and an eye toward reconnecting with its heritage—particularly its longstanding ties to India.