ChristianDK
[F.P. Journe Moderator]
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Yes, those days are gone when you could walk in and then leave with a watch…
I think what is very important to FPJ is to get to know their customers before they are allocated a watch. They are tired with flippers and working vey hard behind the scenes to filter those out. They are not Happy that their watches becoming a trading asset but want people wear and keep the pieces. They are filtrering those clients. That requires that they get to know a costumer properly before he gets an allocation and is impossible with ad’s.
Your point about legitimacy is correct. You have a better representation with a boutique. The costumer is dealing directly with the company and the company is making sure that they are represented the way they want to be represented. London used to be covered by an AD. I’ve spoken to several members on this forum and people I met in London. Let’s just say it was not all great at this outlet. When you need something done it is often best to do it yourself if you are able. I know the London team and they are truly top tier.
Yesterday I happened to be at an ad to order a watch. (Obviously not a FPJ) While placing my order the boss was sitting a meter away from me at the display counter with his computer and a cup of coffee. He didn’t bother to look my way. (yes he is a Rolex outlet.) It just reminded me why going the boutique route makes more sense.
I assure you that if you go to the London boutique you will be treated very well. And if your intentions are good and you are able to wait a little you may come back and pick up a new watch. It’s not impossible at all.
PRESS RELEASE - OPENING OF A NEW F.P.JOURNE BOUTIQUE IN LONDON
London, December 15, 2023 - Mayfair, a historic district close to some of London's finest parks, is renowned for its Georgian-style homes, refinement and charm. It is also a prime destination for art galleries, antique shops and other exclusive and presti...
Huge congratulations to F.P. and the London team....
London has been missing in the puzzle of boutiques. Im very happy to see this project become a reality in the former Holland & Holland premises. The London team is a knowlegable and professional group of young gentlemen who also happen to be great wat...
You were just there too!
From selling firearms to now watches! This space has seen a lot of interesting clients come through its doors!
Interesting
For this brand to invest so much in a location when their watches have such high demand and wait lists, it doesn't seem necessary. Maybe a way to have legitimacy ? I imagine anyone who walks in there would not have anything to leave with (as far as a watc...
Yes, those days are gone when you could walk in and then leave with a watch…
I think what is very important to FPJ is to get to know their customers before they are allocated a watch. They are tired with flippers and working vey hard behind the scenes to filter those out. They are not Happy that their watches becoming a trading as...
Once FPJ (and DuoButtons) become "ETF" (thanks to some market makers)
They need a luxurious and rarity facade to convince rich clients to join the rush and spend the inflated prices on secondary and auction market. The foundation of great horology is just the trigger....
To see the watches in the metal and learn more about the brand
I went to the old AD a few times. They tried to sell me expensive jewellery but I never even got to see a Journe watch except on an ipad on the website. Shawn, Jimi and Edward made time for me, showed me pieces, told me things I didn't know about the coll...
I visited just before the official opening
it is a great boutique. And a great team as has been said. It was nice sitting spending a couple of hours chatting with Edward. I remember when it was the Holland and Holland shop. A nice bit of circularity that it is now FPJ in London. Here's to 10 years...
No more 10 Years Centigraphe
there will be no more limited editions (including 10-year Centigraphe) of any FPJ after Tokyo limited 2024. That's what I heard.
A very professional team and location is second to none ..
As for knowing clients and flippers ..I think market has corrected and flippers have gone down the rat hole 🕳️ and hope all would who intend to make a quick buck and deprive the passionate user of the allocation. It would be interesting to see which direc...
To the left of Francois-Paul
It’s the Director of the London Boutique, Shawn Mehta. Next to him it’s the CEO of Montres Journe Amelie Lefevere.
