FP Journe Appreciation Thread, an Evolution.

[soulsea]

Originally Posted by llngoc

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?

I’ll rock it like this till the Mets get eliminated … so just a couple more days.

[tigerpac]

Originally Posted by soulsea

I’ll rock it like this till the Mets get eliminated … so just a couple more days.

You gotta believe... But maybe have another strap ready 😭

[soulsea]

Originally Posted by tigerpac

You gotta believe... But maybe have another strap ready 😭

Looks like I'll be wearing it this way for a few more days.

[pdnb]

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.

Wow!!! Do you happen to speak Japanese or live in Japan?

I got quite the opposite treatment, however I don’t speak Japanese nor do I live there; so I understand their reluctance.


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[ButtButt]

Originally Posted by pdnb

Wow!!! Do you happen to speak Japanese or live in Japan?

I got quite the opposite treatment, however I don’t speak Japanese nor do I live there; so I understand their reluctance.


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Same for me. Made an appointment and went, wasn't allowed to see any watches. Just walked around with ones sales person and one translator and saw the watches in the display cases and then left. Oh well.

[llngoc]

Does anyone know when will the last Tokyo Edition FB be allocated? Just curious.

[dakkonmc]

Originally Posted by ButtButt

Same for me. Made an appointment and went, wasn't allowed to see any watches. Just walked around with ones sales person and one translator and saw the watches in the display cases and then left. Oh well.

I had the opposite experience. I had an absolutely fantastic experience at the Tokyo Boutique. They went way above and beyond.

They brought out FFC, AST, and even brought out the cake from the 20th anniversary.

[crod]

Originally Posted by llngoc

Does anyone know when will the last Tokyo Edition FB be allocated? Just curious.

From what I understand, they have all been allocated. They are delivering all watches before the end of the year.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by crod

From what I understand, they have all been allocated. They are delivering all watches before the end of the year.

Thanks for the info. Let’s hope I can see one in the metal soon. It has to be a very special piece and also love that tray

[Ichiran]

Mike Shani has received his. Not sure how he manages to get his ahead of those big Japanese whales but kudos to him.

[rmlovett1]

Originally Posted by llngoc

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

This is fantastic! What a gorgeous trio! One of these will be an addition to my collection one day

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Mike Shani has received his. Not sure how he manages to get his ahead of those big Japanese whales but kudos to him.

Interesting that for whatever reason, the delivery in Japan is starting next month. I guess they are saving the best for last 😀

There was an IG post of Mike with a few other FBs and it looks like it was taken in SoHo. It looks like NYC got a large shipment.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by rmlovett1

This is fantastic! What a gorgeous trio! One of these will be an addition to my collection one day

Thank you. We have been very lucky and are looking forward to our 2025 allocations. Fingers crossed.

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by llngoc

Interesting that for whatever reason, the delivery in Japan is starting next month. I guess they are saving the best for last 😀

There was an IG post of Mike with a few other FBs and it looks like it was taken in SoHo. It looks like NYC got a large shipment.

And I understand from the Otemachi Boutique "Unfortunately, we cannot introduce this product to anyone other than those who are already customers of the Tokyo Boutique."

Maybe Mike and gang are. I'm just gutted to miss out on this chrono.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

And I understand from the Otemachi Boutique "Unfortunately, we cannot introduce this product to anyone other than those who are already customers of the Tokyo Boutique."

Maybe Mike and gang are. I'm just gutted to miss out on this chrono.

There is a total of 200 pieces and part of it is allocated to boutiques around the world. There was an application from my local boutique which anyone can filled out and send in. I already heard of a few people got their allocations.

BTW, the ceramic tray which comes with it is very nice too.

[kaiserphoenix]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

And I understand from the Otemachi Boutique "Unfortunately, we cannot introduce this product to anyone other than those who are already customers of the Tokyo Boutique."

Maybe Mike and gang are. I'm just gutted to miss out on this chrono.

Otemachi boutique??