FP Journe Appreciation Thread, an Evolution.

[rolexpatek363]

Absolutely epic. I'm torn between the black or the jade for my next acquisition. ;-)

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by dakkonmc

Congratulations! Such a stunning watch. I can't even imagine how long the waitlist for a black label Optimum.

Thank you, I feel very fortunate.

Originally Posted by PhilLynott

Fantastic huge congrats!

Originally Posted by soulsea

Wow, congrats!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by rolexpatek363

Absolutely epic. I'm torn between the black or the jade for my next acquisition. ;-)

A jade dial is my grail FPJ but I heard it is next to impossible now?

[rolexpatek363]

No such thing as impossible.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by rolexpatek363

No such thing as impossible.

Auction?

[mchen42]

Originally Posted by rolexpatek363

No such thing as impossible.

so I think that means "welcome to CIRCLE"?

[T.Stanley]

Originally Posted by llngoc

This is the most significant incoming for this year. The black dial is special and justifies the additional cost other than the exclusivity.



Not a perfect picture but I would rather be enjoying it on my wrist than taking picture.

Also thanks to all the people who inspired me along the journey. (You know who you are)

Congrats! Such a beautiful piece. I’d love to see what other straps you have planned for it.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by T.Stanley

Congrats! Such a beautiful piece. I’d love to see what other straps you have planned for it.

I already have the original standard black and a set of red which will go well with it. And I am planning to get a turquoise which I feel would work. I think this one is a strap monster which will go well with most colors. I have seen people using natural calf/barenia and it also works well.

[tigerpac]

Originally Posted by llngoc

This is the most significant incoming for this year. The black dial is special and justifies the additional cost other than the exclusivity.



Not a perfect picture but I would rather be enjoying it on my wrist than taking picture.

Also thanks to all the people who inspired me along the journey. (You know who you are)

Congratulations, that's a beautiful makeup of a very special piece. Wear it in good health!

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by tigerpac

Congratulations, that's a beautiful makeup of a very special piece. Wear it in good health!

Thank you!

[soulsea]

[mikea]

Originally Posted by soulsea

Love this!

What model is this?

[soulsea]

Thank you.

It's the recently discontinued boutique edition Automatique Lune Nacre mother of pearl dial in 42mm.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by soulsea

Thank you.

It's the recently discontinued boutique edition Automatique Lune Nacre mother of pearl dial in 42mm.

I think there are only DN, QP and TV left as boutique edition?

[llngoc]

A family portrait. Feeling fortunate and grateful of everyone who helped with my FPJ journey

[dchang81]

That's one hell of a trifecta

[mickyd329]

Originally Posted by llngoc

A family portrait. Feeling fortunate and grateful of everyone who helped with my FPJ journey

That is just bonkers. What a trio! One can only dream...

[dakkonmc]

Originally Posted by llngoc

A family portrait. Feeling fortunate and grateful of everyone who helped with my FPJ journey

That's a hell of a three-piece collection 🔥

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by llngoc

This is the most significant incoming for this year. The black dial is special and justifies the additional cost other than the exclusivity.

Congratulations mine says hi.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Congratulations mine says hi.

[pdnb]

Originally Posted by llngoc

A family portrait. Feeling fortunate and grateful of everyone who helped with my FPJ journey

Nice!!! Was the RQ your first piece from the boutique?!


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[soulsea]

Switched from the orange to the blue strap. Not sure which one I like better.

[Bazil]

Superb group there .. work of art, F.P. Journe …

Originally Posted by llngoc

A family portrait. Feeling fortunate and grateful of everyone who helped with my FPJ journey

[F131F]

Originally Posted by soulsea

Switched from the orange to the blue strap. Not sure which one I like better.

Both good...

[l_chissle]

Anyone know if the Titalyt coating from the Elegante will rub off like PVD? Am debating between the titanium and the titalyt. Prefer the look of the Titalyt, but not if it'll look bad after regular use.

[IGY]

Originally Posted by llngoc

This is the most significant incoming for this year. The black dial is special and justifies the additional cost other than the exclusivity.



Not a perfect picture but I would rather be enjoying it on my wrist than taking picture.

Also thanks to all the people who inspired me along the journey. (You know who you are)

The black label dial works so well on this watch: the perfect contrast of white and black. Really cool. Such a stunner.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by IGY

The black label dial works so well on this watch: the perfect contrast of white and black. Really cool. Such a stunner.

Thank you. CO, AN and Lune are probably the best ones in black label configuration.

[IGY]

Originally Posted by ButtButt

Going to be in Japan soon, does anyone know if the Tokyo boutique requires an appointment or can I just walk in?

Even if you manage to get in without an appointment, if you want to be taken seriously (and have them take out pieces from the safes to try on rather than just star at the dummy watches in display cabinets) I'd always advise an appointment.

I could not believe how well I was treated by the Boutique on my visit with an appointment. I literally tried on every watch in the collection apart from the FFC. Most were not on display but came out from a safe behind the scenes once the sales staff had sussed me out. Totally overwhelming, but such an incredible and enjoyable experience.

[mike_right]

Originally Posted by IGY

Even if you manage to get in without an appointment, if you want to be taken seriously (and have them take out pieces from the safes to try on rather than just star at the dummy watches in display cabinets) I'd always advise an appointment.

I could not believe how well I was treated by the Boutique on my visit with an appointment. I literally tried on every watch in the collection apart from the FFC. Most were not on display but came out from a safe behind the scenes once the sales staff had sussed me out. Totally overwhelming, but such an incredible and enjoyable experience.

I booked an appointment with six months in advanced in one of the official boutiques (April 2024). The only FPJ I could see was in the FPJ restaurant… so I think you are a so lucky man.

[soulsea]

Can't decide between blue and orange ... this will prolly get me black listed both from FPJ and definitely from OCD Anonymous.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by soulsea

Can't decide between blue and orange ... this will prolly get me black listed both from FPJ and definitely from OCD Anonymous.

I always prefer non-alligator strap but in this case, the orange is better. The nacre CS deserves a classic and formal look IMHO. Maybe a blue alligator too?