F.P. Journe Chronometer Bleu pricing going through the roof!

[debner4]

Originally Posted by Vaxe

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).

[gengar]

Originally Posted by codecow

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.

Originally Posted by debner4

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.

[Celter]

And the prices continue to rise. 50-60’ today. Is the CB discontinued?

[violetpawn]

Recently inquired and was quoted 12 years on a closed list...

[illiguy]

I’m interested in one. Assuming cost to play is 2x premium to MSRP.

[JR16]

Originally Posted by illiguy

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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[BendyBee]

Congrats! Pls share some pics, esp the tantalum clasp.

[rockdrock]

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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[Skyrider01]

Originally Posted by rockdrock

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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The olive strap does look great as well on the CB.

[JR16]

Originally Posted by Skyrider01

The olive strap does look great as well on the CB.

Anyone have a pic w the olive strap on the CB?


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[Skyrider01]

Originally Posted by JR16

Anyone have a pic w the olive strap on the CB?


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Check out mrchronometrebleu on Instagram. Lots of CB pictures with different straps including the olive one.

[uscmatt99]

Originally Posted by rockdrock

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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I got an additional ostrich strap for my CS from Jean Rousseau. They were a pleasure to work with. I gave detailed measurements of my original strap, as well as my preferred locations and spacing of the holes for the pin buckle. Quality is excellent. Super comfortable, and the fit is better than the original as the center hole is exactly fit to my wrist for normal indoor office work. The hole spacing is 1mm less than normal, so when I loosen it up by one hole, it's not flopping around, it's just right if I need to adjust for activity or if I'm outside for a bit.

Down the road I plan to order a couple more as they kept the measurements in their system. They were able to match the curve of the case pretty well, given that they didn't have the watch on hand. Only bummer was that they don't have access to curved tool-less springbars like the Journe straps. So I purchased some curved bars from a TRF member (Toxic Nato) that fit perfectly after a tiny tweak. But I still need to use a springbar tool to swap straps.

[JR16]

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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[rockdrock]

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


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[jenniferjanef]

Originally Posted by rockdrock

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

[lanteanflux]

Originally Posted by jenniferjanef

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

[jenniferjanef]

Originally Posted by lanteanflux

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

[lanteanflux]

Originally Posted by jenniferjanef

I like ppl who spend without a blink of an eye.. YOLO

Journe raising prices next month, got ahead of it :)

[Skyrider01]

Originally Posted by lanteanflux

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 had the opportunity to buy the tantalum clasp, but I passed on it.
For the price, you can get 4 additional straps. Also, only the buckle portion is tantalum. The folding part which comprises most of the clasp is white gold.
I thought it was a little on the pricey side and decided to get extra straps and an extra tantalum pin buckle instead.

[lanteanflux]

Originally Posted by Skyrider01

I had the opportunity to buy the tantalum clasp, but I passed on it.
For the price, you can get 4 additional straps. Also, only the buckle portion is tantalum. The folding part which comprises most of the clasp is white gold.
I thought it was a little on the pricey side and decided to get extra straps and an extra tantalum pin buckle instead.

Yep agreed I did a double take - thought that was price with a strap included or something! That said I wanted it mostly for security - maybe I’m used to clasps but I found whilst taking off the CB with a pin buckle that the tantalum weight feels like it can slip off the wrist

[gr74]

I was hoping the price would get lower a bit, I guess that’s my luck.


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[Ekwity]

$20k 2 weeks ago??!!

I’ve never seen one below $35k ever.
Funny enough I was about to make a new thread about this
I live near a Fp Journe boutique and the manager said they don’t even take deposits for the Bleu anymore. The wait is 5-7 years and they’re not sure if Francois Paul will be making them anymore after that time period, which is BS IMO

[JR16]

@skyrider... Thanks - TRF is as close to SM as I get so will search him on google images lol.


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[Skyrider01]

Originally Posted by JR16

@skyrider... Thanks - TRF is as close to SM as I get so will search him on google images lol.


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WatchProSite.com has an FPJ forum as well, with lots of pictures.
If you scroll through, you will find pictures of CBs with all different color straps, including the olive.

[JR16]

Originally Posted by Skyrider01

WatchProSite.com has an FPJ forum as well, with lots of pictures.

If you scroll through, you will find pictures of CBs with all different color straps, including the olive.

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[kaiserphoenix]

Anyone know how we can get the quick release curved spring bars that come with the FPJ straps? I asked FP boutique but they do not have any "spares" and I can only find quick release straight spring bars or curved but non-quick release bars....

[Swaye]

I've tried through the AD and Boutique. No way to get on the list. That is what is pushing the price. You just cannot get the watch, even at a ridiculous wait of 7 years. So, I want one. Looks like I will be spending big to get it. Life is too short to wait around.

[Collector2019]

Originally Posted by Swaye

I've tried through the AD and Boutique. No way to get on the list. That is what is pushing the price. You just cannot get the watch, even at a ridiculous wait of 7 years. So, I want one. Looks like I will be spending big to get it. Life is too short to wait around.

Or buy other watches different watch makers or FPJ himself - the cb isn’t his coolest creation and in fact it’s his entry level and just above the quarts. I like the watch and I would get one if offered at retail but not something I would lust after and buy from grey with double retail.


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[rockdrock]

Sitting at the boutique and waiting...


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[jenniferjanef]

Originally Posted by rockdrock

Sitting at the boutique and waiting...


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Congrats and thank you for sharing these exciting moments!!