The Titanium Field Guide

F.P. Journe elegante 40mm Titanium

ELT

The F.P. Journe elegante 40mm Titanium is a current-production watch with a grade 5 titanium case, finished with titalyt (electro-plasma oxidation surface hardening); polished and satin-brushed. The caseback is open, so the movement is visible.

All F.P. Journe watchesWatch other watchesUnder 11 mm thickGrade 5 titaniumDisplay back
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 5
Water resistance
30 m
Reference
ELT
Type
Other
Price
– · Price on request
Case diameter
40.0 mm
Thickness
7.35 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Electromechanical quartz
Caliber
F.P. Journe Calibre 1210
Power reserve
Up to 18 years (standby)
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Titalyt (electro-plasma oxidation surface hardening); polished and satin-brushed
Finish technology
Anodized / heat-treated
Caseback
Sapphire (display back); steel outer elements
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Rubber strap
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Luminescent white, screwed steel outer elements
Dial colours
White
Lume
Luminescent
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Hardness, Construction, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: F.P. Journe
Facts are free to cite with a link.
Reader reviews & photosContribute photo or review
See it in the interactive guideGet new-watch alertsContribute a photo or review

Similar watches

Alternatives to the F.P. Journe elegante 40mm Titanium

More watches from F.P. Journe

Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the F.P. Journe elegante 40mm Titanium?

The F.P. Journe elegante 40mm Titanium has a grade 5 titanium case, though its caseback is steel. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the F.P. Journe elegante 40mm Titanium?

It is 40.0 mm in diameter, 7.35 mm thick, and water resistant to 30 m.

How much does the F.P. Journe elegante 40mm Titanium cost, and is it available?

It is current-production; the guide does not list a price for it.

All F.P. Journe watches · Watch other watches · All 1,600 watches

Learn: Titanium grades · Surface treatments · Why titanium scratches · How to read a spec

How we verify & grade · Image & Trademark Policy · Terms & Conditions

Report an error on this page · how corrections work