F.P. Journe Chronograph FB (LE 200 pcs)

[Ichiran]

It makes a BL Astronomic look common (I didn't even know a BL Astronomic exists).

[kaiserphoenix]

Originally Posted by dakkonmc

I just noticed it was the Only Watch Astronomic!! Tokyo Boutique really know how to throw a party.

Yeah even the food was amazing!!

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by dakkonmc

I just noticed it was the Only Watch Astronomic!! Tokyo Boutique really know how to throw a party.

Is it really the OW AST? The case does not look like tantalum though. Since you can order AST with custom dial color and numerals, it may be a custom color.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

It makes a BL Astronomic look common (I didn't even know a BL Astronomic exists).

AST can be ordered with different color dials. If one can be approved with AST, BL is vanilla.

Wish the FFC could have more custom options instead of just the color at 12.

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by llngoc

Is it really the OW AST? The case does not look like tantalum though. Since you can order AST with custom dial color and numerals, it may be a custom color.

But that will render the concept of OW meaningless since it is not really an OW, if a customer can opt for the exact same configuration as the OW.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

But that will render the concept of OW meaningless since it is not really an OW, if a customer can opt for the exact same configuration as the OW.

The minute hand and the local hour hand in the subdial are also in different color than the OW. I could be wrong but the case does not have the bluish grey tint of the tantalum. Also the tantalum case would never be offered as an option for the AST.

I will ask my boutique when I visit next time since someone from there was at the event. I am sure he would know if the OW owner shows up.

[kunlun]

Originally Posted by llngoc

AST can be ordered with different color dials. If one can be approved with AST, BL is vanilla.

Wish the FFC could have more custom options instead of just the color at 12.

Originally Posted by Ichiran

But that will render the concept of OW meaningless since it is not really an OW, if a customer can opt for the exact same configuration as the OW.

No need for concern, genuine custom FPJ dials must all be approved by FPJ himself. No one can "opt" for an OW set up, obviously.

Someone once asked for a particularly garish color dial and FP said no. He didn't like it enough that the answer was no, he didn't want one of his watches looking like that even if it meant forfeiting the sale of a grand sonnerie watch. I forget what was asked for, but it must have really sucked!

[dakkonmc]

Spoke to someone that was at the party and they mentioned the only watch AST was there. Not sure if this was the "one"

[kaiserphoenix]

Originally Posted by dakkonmc

Spoke to someone that was at the party and they mentioned the only watch AST was there. Not sure if this was the "one"

Yeah it was there on display!

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by kaiserphoenix

Yeah it was there on display!

My bad.

From the picture, it does not look blue though. Must be the lighting. Glad to hear that you have a chance to see a true unicorn.

[dakkonmc]

Originally Posted by kaiserphoenix

Yeah it was there on display!

Thanks for solving our Only Watch mystery

A photo like that is exceptionally rare. I can't imagine there's more than 30 AST and FFC in existence.
Since there only two watch maker that works on AST and FFC

[crod]

Does anyone have news regarding the 20th Anniversary allocations or do you know if there have been any deliveries?

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by crod

Does anyone have news regarding the 20th Anniversary allocations or do you know if there have been any deliveries?

Some rejections were sent and some ”you are being waitlisted” emails were also sent out. I am not holding my breath on mine.

[crod]

Yeah they told there will be news in the following weeks regarding allocations and some deliveries this year

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by crod

Yeah they told there will be news in the following weeks regarding allocations and some deliveries this year

Forgot to mention that owners of the previous ruthenium boutique editions are the ones getting first dibs. And the remaining ones will be allocated to the rest of the applicants.

[crod]

Got delivery of this gem 2 weeks ago. I had never seen any of the Tokyo editions in person before so I cant compare but this watch is everything I imagined and more!!!!

A lot of different characteristics that make it special and differentiates from all the other Journes of the regular lineup.

- The 2 tone case is amazing the gold accentes in the crown, pushers pop.
- The hue of the titanium case is great and its also light.
- The ruthenium dial
- The skeleton
- The movement is spectacular the combination of both metal really make it pop.

There are too many different details in this watch that IMO FPJ really knocked it out of the park with this one and an amazing end to the LIMITED EDITION FPJ Watches!!!!!

[crod]

Movement

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by crod

Movement

Congratulations! This is really a good balanced looking chronograph. Wear in good health!

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by crod

Got delivery of this gem 2 weeks ago. I had never seen any of the Tokyo editions in person before so I cant compare but this watch is everything I imagined and more!!!!

A lot of different characteristics that make it special and differentiates from all the other Journes of the regular lineup.

- The 2 tone case is amazing the gold accentes in the crown, pushers pop.
- The hue of the titanium case is great and its also light.
- The ruthenium dial
- The skeleton
- The movement is spectacular the combination of both metal really make it pop.

There are too many different details in this watch that IMO FPJ really knocked it out of the park with this one and an amazing end to the LIMITED EDITION FPJ Watches!!!!!

Thank you for the pictures and a huge congrats again. This is a very "reasonably" priced limited edition and in many ways it is more special than the previous versions due to the one-off movement. Some people feels that it is a "downgrade" CMS movement but I think it just made it unique.

Cannot wait to see one in person.

And you should inquire about the tray. My wife would be very unhappy if the tray is missing.

[ButtButt]

Originally Posted by crod

Got delivery of this gem 2 weeks ago. I had never seen any of the Tokyo editions in person before so I cant compare but this watch is everything I imagined and more!!!!

A lot of different characteristics that make it special and differentiates from all the other Journes of the regular lineup.

- The 2 tone case is amazing the gold accentes in the crown, pushers pop.
- The hue of the titanium case is great and its also light.
- The ruthenium dial
- The skeleton
- The movement is spectacular the combination of both metal really make it pop.

There are too many different details in this watch that IMO FPJ really knocked it out of the park with this one and an amazing end to the LIMITED EDITION FPJ Watches!!!!!

That's a real beauty, enjoy!

[Ichiran]

Saw Masa today at IAMWATCH and was whingeing to him why my AD did not receive a single LE chrono. He laughed it off and said this watch is only meant for Boutique customers. There are a handful of attendees from US and Japan wearing this watch. It's beautiful in metal...

[crod]

Originally Posted by ButtButt

That's a real beauty, enjoy!

Thanks a lot!!

[crod]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Congratulations! This is really a good balanced looking chronograph. Wear in good health!

Thanks!!!

[crod]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Saw Masa today at IAMWATCH and was whingeing to him why my AD did not receive a single LE chrono. He laughed it off and said this watch is only meant for Boutique customers. There are a handful of attendees from US and Japan wearing this watch. It's beautiful in metal...

Have you been enjoying the event? Ive had never heard of it before but I went into the webpage and looks very interesting!!!

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by crod

Have you been enjoying the event? Ive had never heard of it before but I went into the webpage and looks very interesting!!!

This event is 100% watch heaven. I see many Journe there including a handful of your LE chrono. Masa is there representing FP as he couldn't make it. There are a good number of Japanese visitors who I presume are Hour Glass customers from Japan. There are drinks, food, background singing and many many nice watches and people. Mega fun.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Saw Masa today at IAMWATCH and was whingeing to him why my AD did not receive a single LE chrono. He laughed it off and said this watch is only meant for Boutique customers. There are a handful of attendees from US and Japan wearing this watch. It's beautiful in metal...

Since you are a Hourglass customer, do you know if you could have applied through the FPJ Boutique in Bangkok? (Of course it is too late now)

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by llngoc

Since you are a Hourglass customer, do you know if you could have applied through the FPJ Boutique in Bangkok? (Of course it is too late now)

THG just told me flat there is no LE chrono for me. They don't play games with me.

[llngoc]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

THG just told me flat there is no LE chrono for me. They don't play games with me.

I understand that it is too late now. I meant since you have been with THG, would your FPJ history counts for the Bangkok boutique as it is partly owned by THG? Since if you ever want an application piece, the history would help. :-)

[Ichiran]

Originally Posted by llngoc

I understand that it is too late now. I meant since you have been with THG, would your FPJ history counts for the Bangkok boutique as it is partly owned by THG? Since if you ever want an application piece, the history would help. :-)

THG told me I won't get a LE chrono.

[crod]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

This event is 100% watch heaven. I see many Journe there including a handful of your LE chrono. Masa is there representing FP as he couldn't make it. There are a good number of Japanese visitors who I presume are Hour Glass customers from Japan. There are drinks, food, background singing and many many nice watches and people. Mega fun.

Yeah Ive been a lot of people posting a lot of pics with very cool watches on IG, thats great!!!!!