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Old 24 April 2018, 02:11 PM   #31
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All this hype over the same watch that's been around since 2011. Personally I would take the cash and buy a grail worthy piece at a discount. It's like the steel 5711/5712 fiasco, or the soon to be 15202 Jumbo bloom. All this while the original platinum Datograph can be had for $40K.

A super nicely finished plat Datograph for $40k, or a steel sports watch for $50k (that used to be $25k).
The problem is, the Journe CB is $22,000 (new) not $40,000 (used).
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Old 24 April 2018, 02:33 PM   #32
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Yeah it’s awesome. I asked him if I could chime it and he just nodded. Patek wouldn’t even let us touch them. Then again I guess if it broke he could fix it himself heh.
Really just goes to show the different treatment by FPJ vs many of the big brands. It's a major part of why I continue to be an FPJ customer.


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The problem is, the Journe CB is $22,000 (new) not $40,000 (used).
Not to mention that the secondary market markup isn't that huge. There have even been some auctioned for only a tad over MSRP (including buyer's premium) even in the last couple months.
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Old 22 February 2020, 07:14 PM   #33
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And the prices continue to rise. 50-60’ today. Is the CB discontinued?
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Old 23 February 2020, 12:03 AM   #34
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And the prices continue to rise. 50-60’ today. Is the CB discontinued?
Not discontinued......yet.
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Old 23 February 2020, 02:20 AM   #35
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Not discontinued......yet.
And I hope they don't
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Old 24 February 2020, 04:29 AM   #36
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And the prices continue to rise. 50-60’ today. Is the CB discontinued?


Good grief. I hope not. I was told my CB allocation is due to arrive in June. I hope nothing wacky happens.


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Old 24 February 2020, 04:37 AM   #37
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Good grief. I hope not. I was told my CB allocation is due to arrive in June. I hope nothing wacky happens.


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It is not discontinued but from what the kind folks at the Ny boutique told me, the current wait list is 2 years+ out and they are not adding to it anymore at this point.
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Old 24 February 2020, 04:55 AM   #38
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It is not discontinued but from what the kind folks at the Ny boutique told me, the current wait list is 2 years+ out and they are not adding to it anymore at this point.
That would be very surprising cause in the European boutiques lists are all closed cause the went over 8 years
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Old 24 February 2020, 06:27 AM   #39
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That would be very surprising cause in the European boutiques lists are all closed cause the went over 8 years
That is similar to what I heard... 6-8 years or don’t even ask... drove me to just pay market price.
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Old 24 February 2020, 06:58 AM   #40
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Good grief. I hope not. I was told my CB allocation is due to arrive in June. I hope nothing wacky happens.


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I doubt anything will happen by June. With the list at 7 - 8 years, I am sure that even if they decide to discontinue it, they will most likely fulfill orders for a few more years.
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Old 24 February 2020, 07:00 AM   #41
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That would be very surprising cause in the European boutiques lists are all closed cause the went over 8 years
That is correct. The list was closed last year when it had reached 8 years. So now it may be down to 7 years, but definitely not 2-3 years.
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Old 24 February 2020, 01:04 PM   #42
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It is not discontinued but from what the kind folks at the Ny boutique told me, the current wait list is 2 years+ out and they are not adding to it anymore at this point.


2 years was just being kind. It’s really more like 7.... also info from 2 diff NY boutique associates at two diff time points in 2019... and there was no reason to be dishonest w me as i already own one.


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Old 24 February 2020, 03:33 PM   #43
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I doubt anything will happen by June. With the list at 7 - 8 years, I am sure that even if they decide to discontinue it, they will most likely fulfill orders for a few more years.
If it is not a “full payment” order, technically FPJ do not have to deliver.
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Old 24 February 2020, 09:26 PM   #44
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2 years was just being kind. It’s really more like 7.... also info from 2 diff NY boutique associates at two diff time points in 2019... and there was no reason to be dishonest w me as i already own one.

Yeah, it seems that the associate was being very nice when she explained that the wait list is “at least 2 years out” and “currently closed”. This was back in December 2019, so not too far back.

I appreciate everyone chiming in to clarify how far out the list actually is.

It’s interesting to me also that — and this is a completely qualitative observation — the CB seems to be the Journe that is coveted by even those who are otherwise not big Journe fans. That dial is just out of this world.

Congratulations on owning one and may you wear it in good health!
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Old 25 February 2020, 02:56 AM   #45
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If it is not a “full payment” order, technically FPJ do not have to deliver.


Yikes! I hope the boutique keeps their word on their delivery date. No full payment request despite me wanting to pay for it.


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Old 11 March 2020, 12:22 PM   #46
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Recently inquired and was quoted 12 years on a closed list...
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Old 3 May 2020, 08:42 PM   #47
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I’m interested in one. Assuming cost to play is 2x premium to MSRP.
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Old 3 May 2020, 09:30 PM   #48
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I’m interested in one. Assuming cost to play is 2x premium to MSRP.


Here ya go- can have it by Tuesday!


F.P. Journe Chronometre Bleu CS BLEU - WatchBox https://www.thewatchbox.com/shop/428...paign=shopping


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Old 31 May 2020, 06:07 AM   #49
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F.P. Journe Chronometer Bleu pricing going through the roof!

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If it is not a “full payment” order, technically FPJ do not have to deliver.

Oh yes! Boutique stuck to their word and got their delivery this week. Made the payment and got the tantalum deployant clasp too. Trying to decide on another strap color. Now, the hard part to wait and take delivery in Geneva in August, if COVID19 allows. Can’t wait to put on wrist.


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Oh yes! Boutique stuck to their word and got their delivery this week. Made the payment and got the tantalum deployant clasp too. Trying to decide on another strap color. Now, the hard part to wait and take delivery in Geneva in August, if COVID19 allows. Can’t wait to put on wrist.


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Congratulations :cheers

Wear in good health!

Share some wrist shots too!

PS I got the electric blue for one of mine.. the colour is a little too bright under the sun imho.. I have olive green pending delivery.
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Oh yes! Boutique stuck to their word and got their delivery this week. Made the payment and got the tantalum deployant clasp too. Trying to decide on another strap color. Now, the hard part to wait and take delivery in Geneva in August, if COVID19 allows. Can’t wait to put on wrist.


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Congrats!

In addition to the blue strap, I have the caramel and the grey straps. Of the 3, the grey is my favorite. It complements the tantalum case very nicely.
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Old 1 June 2020, 02:10 AM   #52
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Congrats! Pls share some pics, esp the tantalum clasp.
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Old 1 June 2020, 03:02 AM   #53
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Thanks Jennifer, Skyrider. I like the suggestions in strap colors. Is there a color selection somewhere? I like the olive and caramel idea. Also would love burgundy or something like this.

Promise to post pics especially of the entire experience. Hoping to get access to the manufacturer and meet the watchmakers - perhaps even the legend himself. One can hope.


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Congrats! Here’s a pic of straps posted on TRF a while back. Wish the FPJ website had them on line for order


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Thanks buddy! Wooooww. All of these options is going to be fun.


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Thanks buddy! Wooooww. All of these options is going to be fun.


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Be careful.. you might end up spending more on the straps than the cost of your CB.. FPJ’s leather strap is certainly some of the best (and one of the most expensive) you can buy.

Enjoy
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Be careful.. you might end up spending more on the straps than the cost of your CB.. FPJ’s leather strap is certainly some of the best (and one of the most expensive) you can buy.

Enjoy
I’m waiting for my tantalum deployant clasp still too - plan to have it with the orange strap for a sportier aquanaut look. I ordered 2 straps, one pin buckle and the clasp without knowing price - oof
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I’m waiting for my tantalum deployant clasp still too - plan to have it with the orange strap for a sportier aquanaut look. I ordered 2 straps, one pin buckle and the clasp without knowing price - oof
I like ppl who spend without a blink of an eye.. YOLO
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I like ppl who spend without a blink of an eye.. YOLO
Journe raising prices next month, got ahead of it :)
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Old 1 June 2020, 10:57 PM   #60
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I was hoping the price would get lower a bit, I guess that’s my luck.


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