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Old 21 May 2022, 01:44 PM   #1
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NWA: My Long-awaited FPJourne Chronometre Optimum Black Label
So the day has finally come when I went to pick up my long awaited Black Label Chronometre Optimum! This watch has been a major grail of mine and I would say the spearhead of my collection. It signals the end and maybe a new beginning for my watch journey as I aim to slow down and focus on enjoying what I have, and Im gonna enjoy this one !

I waited many years to receive this watch, but Journe's pursuit of precision and innovation that went into making this watch is incredible, though Im sure all of you know that already.

Finally I want to thank but give credit to the folks at Aoyama Boutique. They value enthusiasts, not just big whales. They keep their word and do their best for the collectors. I am grateful that I got the allocation for this watch as I know how difficult it is now compared to a few years ago....

Anyway, enough babbling on, heres some pics:










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Old 21 May 2022, 02:09 PM   #2
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Congrats! Definitely grail piece, I am on a boutique waiting list for one myself (just the standard version), I'm told a few years
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Old 21 May 2022, 02:16 PM   #3
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Wow, wow, wow. Congrats.
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Old 21 May 2022, 02:23 PM   #4
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Fabulous watch, congrats!
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Old 21 May 2022, 02:31 PM   #5
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Congrats!

Amazing piece.

Curious if you don’t mind my asking how long have you had the relationship with that boutique?

I passed on something I should have bought jn 2018 and still kick myself for it… I think it would be pretty difficult to start building a relationship now.


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Old 21 May 2022, 02:41 PM   #6
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Congrats!

Amazing piece.

Curious if you don’t mind my asking how long have you had the relationship with that boutique?

I passed on something I should have bought jn 2018 and still kick myself for it… I think it would be pretty difficult to start building a relationship now.


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Thank you! I bought my first piece in 2017!
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Old 21 May 2022, 02:42 PM   #7
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Congrats! Definitely grail piece, I am on a boutique waiting list for one myself (just the standard version), I'm told a few years
Thank you! Hopefully you get yours sooner rather than later!
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Old 21 May 2022, 02:58 PM   #8
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Brilliant timepiece. I'm certain you will enjoy it to the fullest!
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Old 21 May 2022, 03:17 PM   #9
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Stunning!!! Congratulations - wear it in good health!
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Old 21 May 2022, 04:57 PM   #10
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Old 21 May 2022, 07:18 PM   #11
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Gorgeous! Congratulations.
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Old 21 May 2022, 09:11 PM   #12
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Absolutely perfect, congrats!
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Old 21 May 2022, 09:34 PM   #13
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Truly spectacular. Your pictures are amazing as well.
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Old 21 May 2022, 10:43 PM   #14
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Congratulations well worth the wait!
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Wow wow wow, congrats!!!
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Stunning ! Congrats and enjoy !


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Amazing watch. Congrats!
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Old 22 May 2022, 12:27 AM   #19
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Congratulations! Absolutely stunning! Wear it in good times and in good health!
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Old 22 May 2022, 02:00 AM   #20
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Old 22 May 2022, 02:48 AM   #21
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Old 22 May 2022, 03:50 AM   #22
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Congratulations! what a fantastic piece and quite right to enjoy the moment! Your photos are superb too.
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Oh wow! This is an absolute work of art and an AMAZING incoming! I hope you wear it in the best of health!
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Old 22 May 2022, 12:22 PM   #25
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Having spent so much money on the watch, I had to cut costs on my clothing lol

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Old 22 May 2022, 12:23 PM   #26
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Oh wow! This is an absolute work of art and an AMAZING incoming! I hope you wear it in the best of health!
Thank you!!!
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Old 22 May 2022, 12:23 PM   #27
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Huge congrats!
Cheers!!
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Old 22 May 2022, 12:23 PM   #28
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Congratulations! what a fantastic piece and quite right to enjoy the moment! Your photos are superb too.
Thank you for your kind words!! Im learning everyday on the photography front :)
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Old 22 May 2022, 12:24 PM   #30
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Congratulations! Absolutely stunning! Wear it in good times and in good health!
Thank you so much!!
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