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chriscole943 · 8 June 2016, 07:09 AM

I have numerous watches, mostly Rolex but as already said FPJ is a different class of watch and watchmaker. And for that I would buy Journe.
Buy whichever you like more and enjoy....

fskywalker · 8 June 2016, 07:35 AM

Daytona with dial from outer space! 😃

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lapince · 8 June 2016, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

FPJ is beautiful. But I wouldn't invest so much in a watch that might be unserviceable in the future (Rolex or other major brands will always be there, FPJ is far from certain and their watches aren't easy to service).

I am more than sure if the brand was to disappear it would be kept alive by Richemont or some other company, they have become a serious brand in the horological world and are recognized as such, FPJ is a high end brand, Rolex, sorry for the lovers is not, just look at the movements and finishing, and I had 4 Rolex, 1 of which was RG ceramic daytona, and I like sport watches but choose FPJ, the only problem servicing is 2500 dollars minimum, not cheap...

busytimmy · 8 June 2016, 09:04 AM

Picture any given week and ask yourself which one would get more wrist time. That should make things easy.

Also, FPJ has a succession plan - he would be mad not to. All comments about future serviceability are baseless imo

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Rockrolex · 8 June 2016, 09:06 AM

I vote for the Daytona. At one time it was my grail watch. But no longer.

WAK4 · 8 June 2016, 09:06 AM

Dressy watches on straps don't end up worn with me, so my choice would be the Daytona...and the meteorite is a killer dial. Legibility issues aside, IMO only the ice blue on the platinum can compare to it.

EddyG · 8 June 2016, 09:40 AM

The 2 don't even compare, easily the daytona

GB-man · 8 June 2016, 09:56 AM

FPJ CB as I'm not fond of that daytona.

77T · 8 June 2016, 10:14 AM

A dial crafted from billion y.o. ultra rare material that crashed to earth maybe another billion years ago...or blue steel dial...hmmm...
You had to ask?

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TheRolexKingofLV · 8 June 2016, 10:18 AM

Daytona

RichM · 8 June 2016, 10:36 AM

Daytona

MrJ320 · 8 June 2016, 12:10 PM

FPJ for me between the two watches

Muzz · 8 June 2016, 12:22 PM

I would go with the Daytona. It would match my preference much better.

masyv6 · 8 June 2016, 12:36 PM

Go Daytona!

Rogdogg · 8 June 2016, 01:10 PM

I voted for the FPJ. It is one watch that I would love to have. I think it's gorgeous and my love of the colour blue cements that for me.
In saying that I have never seen one in person so I hope if I ever get to that I will not be underwhelmed by it.

KarlS · 8 June 2016, 01:25 PM

FPJ...by a mile. I am biased but did sell my CB this week for the CS. The only watch I ever made a profit on!

1995akcoop · 8 June 2016, 01:29 PM

FPJ for me. That daytona dial is way too busy

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ghotihead2001 · 8 June 2016, 01:30 PM

for what its worth I have heard first hand from people in the industry that the reliability of FPJ movements is NOT good.

CHOSEN1 · 8 June 2016, 01:31 PM

daytona

busytimmy · 8 June 2016, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WAK4

Dressy watches on straps don't end up worn with me, so my choice would be the Daytona...and the meteorite is a killer dial. Legibility issues aside, IMO only the ice blue on the platinum can compare to it.

+1000

This may change as I get older, but I've been there, done that with the dress watch thing and they don't get enough wrist time for me to justify the $$$. I want my most worn watches to be the most expensive

osamu · 8 June 2016, 01:58 PM

When it comes to meteorite dials I think I like the platinum DD the best, for some reason never been too fond of the meteorite Daytona.

But personally a WG Daytona in my collection (I'd probably choose the Panda dial) would get a lot more wrist time than the Journe. I absolutely love the Journe, and if I had enough daily wearers (which look like you probably do), and was looking for something more dressy, but knowing I would probably only wear it a few times a month, then I would go for the Journe.

lock0ut · 8 June 2016, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by osamu

When it comes to meteorite dials I think I like the platinum DD the best, for some reason never been too fond of the meteorite Daytona.

But personally a WG Daytona in my collection (I'd probably choose the Panda dial) would get a lot more wrist time than the Journe. I absolutely love the Journe, and if I had enough daily wearers (which look like you probably do), and was looking for something more dressy, but knowing I would probably only wear it a few times a month, then I would go for the Journe.

Thanks osamu. Very thoughtful response. Much appreciated. Given meteorite legibility, maybe I should focus on the Slate Daytona or Panda.

soundserious · 8 June 2016, 02:46 PM

Daytona. The service issues for an FPJ are legendary and are more than enough to steer me well clear.

dhermidar · 8 June 2016, 02:49 PM

FPJ , you can kill the itch with a steel daytona(same movement and finishing, except dial of course), the bleu, is haute horlogerie

al503 · 8 June 2016, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zippo

I think the Meteorite Daytona is next on my list but I'm going to wait until they slap a ceramic bezel on it.

This.

I love the meteorite dial but it wears small on my 8"+ wrist. A darker ceramic bezel would make it perfect for me.

JCZ5 · 8 June 2016, 04:14 PM

FPJ no doubt. As many have said, it is true haute horology. Other than the fact the Daytona is white gold it has the same movement. Really comes down to if having a solid white gold watch is the driving force or owning a true handmade work of art.

Granted if you do decide on the Daytona, I would wait until the white gold version comes with a ceramic bezel. Dings on the soft metal bezel would not work for me

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rabbithole88 · 8 June 2016, 04:28 PM

Finding a CB is quite a challenge. I've been on the Hong Kong boutique's wait list for over a year.

The AD in SF last saw one 3 years ago.

topcat30093 · 9 June 2016, 07:54 AM

Personally it has the be the FP Journe all day and everyday.

Fantastic watches.

avilhena · 9 June 2016, 08:28 AM

Ohhh, these are 2 watches that I really really like.
Nonetheless, they are so different!! Whats the purpose you're looking for?? A daily beater or a social watch??
If you're going to use it regularly, go with the daytona, I prefer watchs with a bracelet for the continuous use.
If you are looking to a watch for more formal occasions, FPJ.
It also depends on what your collection is... Do you have any independent? Do you care for fine finishing and decorated movements? Or do you prefer durability?
Considering the stage that MY collection is, I'd go with the FPJ.
If it was going to be my only watch, the Daytona.

subbuteo · 9 June 2016, 09:40 AM

FPJ for me - it's on the list :)

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View Poll Results: FPJ CB or Daytona Meteorite?
FPJ CB	67	39.41%
Daytona Meteorite	103	60.59%
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8 June 2016, 07:35 AM	#32
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8 June 2016, 09:06 AM	#35
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,966	I vote for the Daytona. At one time it was my grail watch. But no longer. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

8 June 2016, 10:14 AM	#39
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,015	Next watch: Daytona Meteorite or FPJ CB A dial crafted from billion y.o. ultra rare material that crashed to earth maybe another billion years ago...or blue steel dial...hmmm... You had to ask? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

8 June 2016, 10:18 AM	#40
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8 June 2016, 07:09 AM	#31
chriscole943 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: UK Watch: All of them Posts: 117	I have numerous watches, mostly Rolex but as already said FPJ is a different class of watch and watchmaker. And for that I would buy Journe. Buy whichever you like more and enjoy....

8 June 2016, 09:04 AM	#34
busytimmy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 3,745	Picture any given week and ask yourself which one would get more wrist time. That should make things easy. Also, FPJ has a succession plan - he would be mad not to. All comments about future serviceability are baseless imo Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 June 2016, 09:06 AM	#36
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	Dressy watches on straps don't end up worn with me, so my choice would be the Daytona...and the meteorite is a killer dial. Legibility issues aside, IMO only the ice blue on the platinum can compare to it.

8 June 2016, 09:40 AM	#37
EddyG "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Eddy Location: Kent [London UK] Watch: 16628 Yachtmaster Posts: 378	The 2 don't even compare, easily the daytona

8 June 2016, 09:56 AM	#38
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	FPJ CB as I'm not fond of that daytona.

8 June 2016, 10:36 AM	#41
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,753	Daytona __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

8 June 2016, 12:10 PM	#42
MrJ320 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: James Location: Toronto Watch: IG: @j.project Posts: 2,194	FPJ for me between the two watches

8 June 2016, 12:22 PM	#43
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	I would go with the Daytona. It would match my preference much better.

8 June 2016, 12:36 PM	#44
masyv6 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: 35000ft Posts: 3,771	Go Daytona!

8 June 2016, 01:10 PM	#45
Rogdogg 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bangkok Posts: 6,124	I voted for the FPJ. It is one watch that I would love to have. I think it's gorgeous and my love of the colour blue cements that for me. In saying that I have never seen one in person so I hope if I ever get to that I will not be underwhelmed by it. __________________ Nil Satis Nisi Optimum

8 June 2016, 01:25 PM	#46
KarlS Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Kuwait Posts: 5,228	FPJ...by a mile. I am biased but did sell my CB this week for the CS. The only watch I ever made a profit on!

8 June 2016, 01:29 PM	#47
1995akcoop "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,162	FPJ for me. That daytona dial is way too busy Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 June 2016, 01:30 PM	#48
ghotihead2001 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Breaking bad Posts: 426	for what its worth I have heard first hand from people in the industry that the reliability of FPJ movements is NOT good. __________________ "There is no fighting in here! This is the war room!" Instagram: @ghotihead2001

8 June 2016, 01:31 PM	#49
CHOSEN1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: space Posts: 510	daytona

8 June 2016, 01:58 PM	#51
osamu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Honolulu Posts: 1,322	When it comes to meteorite dials I think I like the platinum DD the best, for some reason never been too fond of the meteorite Daytona. But personally a WG Daytona in my collection (I'd probably choose the Panda dial) would get a lot more wrist time than the Journe. I absolutely love the Journe, and if I had enough daily wearers (which look like you probably do), and was looking for something more dressy, but knowing I would probably only wear it a few times a month, then I would go for the Journe.

8 June 2016, 02:46 PM	#53
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	Daytona. The service issues for an FPJ are legendary and are more than enough to steer me well clear. __________________ Instagram: soundsoserious

8 June 2016, 02:49 PM	#54
dhermidar "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Spain Posts: 95	FPJ , you can kill the itch with a steel daytona(same movement and finishing, except dial of course), the bleu, is haute horlogerie

8 June 2016, 04:14 PM	#56
JCZ5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 572	FPJ no doubt. As many have said, it is true haute horology. Other than the fact the Daytona is white gold it has the same movement. Really comes down to if having a solid white gold watch is the driving force or owning a true handmade work of art. Granted if you do decide on the Daytona, I would wait until the white gold version comes with a ceramic bezel. Dings on the soft metal bezel would not work for me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 June 2016, 04:28 PM	#57
rabbithole88 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: SF & HK Watch: Submariner 116610v Posts: 258	Finding a CB is quite a challenge. I've been on the Hong Kong boutique's wait list for over a year. The AD in SF last saw one 3 years ago.

9 June 2016, 07:54 AM	#58
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,459	Personally it has the be the FP Journe all day and everyday. Fantastic watches. __________________

9 June 2016, 08:28 AM	#59
avilhena "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Brazil Posts: 1,139	Ohhh, these are 2 watches that I really really like. Nonetheless, they are so different!! Whats the purpose you're looking for?? A daily beater or a social watch?? If you're going to use it regularly, go with the daytona, I prefer watchs with a bracelet for the continuous use. If you are looking to a watch for more formal occasions, FPJ. It also depends on what your collection is... Do you have any independent? Do you care for fine finishing and decorated movements? Or do you prefer durability? Considering the stage that MY collection is, I'd go with the FPJ. If it was going to be my only watch, the Daytona. __________________ Once you wear the crown, you can never go down.

9 June 2016, 09:40 AM	#60
subbuteo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Joe Location: London, England Watch: Sub C Date Posts: 134	FPJ for me - it's on the list :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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