Adam Johari
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I think you're making the right decision
I longed for the FP Journe CB for the longest time. Wanted it so badly. Until one day... I go to see one of my ADs and he tells me... "What? Why do you like FP Journe so much? You do know that their watches are always problematic?". He then proceeded to tell me that everytime he sells one of the Octa lines that there will be an issue and that they would need to send the watch back to Journe. I digged around more as well, asking a famous Journe collector if he's experienced the same issues and he also told me that he had an issue with one of his Journes.before.
Also, I think the funky-ness of the Journe will eventually go away when you meet a really nice classical watch like a Patek or if you find a watch with a better movement like a Lange. (all of this IMO obviously).
not a great feeling..
On my way to London for business; have arranged meeting with a seller for a swap...I look forward to the new watch...but letting go my Journe Bleu is really giving me bad feeling; should I just "miss" the plane? What if I have remorse after?...can I still...
it depends...
what you're trading against... also it is good to think, why the other person is ready to trade his for a FPJ CB ?! which ever the choice is, do what your 'heart' says... Best, mahesh.,
my flight has just been canceled!!
Bad weather in London! Will probably get rebooked on a later one. Is that a sign!!? I did approach the seller, had to add some $ for the trade. Still, cannot avoid this feeling, I have it on my wrist now and it's like the first time I'm wearing it, keep l...
Sigh... been there, done that!
watches have the dratted propensity to evoke the wrong feelings at the wrong time... Magnus
I guess I've asked for it...
I knew I had just to wrap the Bleu and bring it in a box out of my view, still have decided to strap it on and suffer...sweet torture..
you might be right my friend..
On the other hand I made a choice when approaching the seller. Guess I will meet him, have a look at the other one, compare them and either make the swap, either tell him I'll pay in full for the new one! Again, should not have strapped this today.. ...
Your FP Journe is on my wish list close to the top so I am little biased in my answers ;-)
I wish you to take the right decision. May be when you will have the other watch on your wrist, you will be totally convinced in swapping your FP Journe... or not! Best wishes Alkiro
Personally :-)
I believe the Chronometre Bleu is a keeper and is one of the best 3 handed manual watches available in the market (Roger Smith, Philip Dufour and Kari Voutilainen are at a different level in terms of price, exclusitivity and movement finish). Irrespective...
Thanks dear Sham...
I really THINK you are right...let's see what I FEEL when seeing both watches together. The one am looking for also highly coveted, discontinued and a little marvel... The more I wait the more I feel I will come back home full handed..
Alex, we've all been there.
My feeling is that you are having temporary regret. You initially were happy to trade this away but now because the day is near you are "being emotional" about it (in a good way Just remember why you initially were happy to dispense with this watch to tra...
you are also right my friend.
Although I thought the Bleu was no longer in production?
A clarification
The bleu is definitely still in production but has a long waiting list. What is not in production are the 38mm models which have been discontinued. Pity really as they were a good size.
There was never a 38mm Bleu
It's 39mm. The 38mm Chronometre Souvrain and Octa models are discontinued, 40mm is the size now, with the Octa Divine men's model available at 42mm. This is what people were asking for and buying.
that is a surprise, my friend.
But I know you would like it Both watches are completely different, except for the color
not 5070P...I wish!
I do have a 5070G. But you are looking in the right direction my dear Dr Kol..
i know this feeling very well as I have been there a few times.
In every instance however, the seller has been a great person, and once home with the new piece no regrets whatsoever. The Bleu is phenomenal, but I am sure you know what you are giving it up for. I would not think too hard about it at this point, just go...
thanks my friend!
I think it will be a last minute decision, once I confront the new one!
Clearly you should stay at home.
Having that kind of feelings, a trade is not a good idea. Perhaps later when you are sure. Best Kari
well, I should have staid in bed with my wife a few more hours, that's for sure!
There seem to be strong fog in London and planes cannot land. Not sure how long I'll be trapped in zurich airport, but have to go there for business. Worse case I will do it "Ala Dr. Kol", bring both watches back home!
Two are better than one!
I feel that often we change just in order to change plus in order to get new experience. No! I am not speaking about women. This time... Too many times I have given away something I love just in order to get something new. Often it is not a good idea. Goo...
getting back a woman will be much more expensive
Than getting back a watch, for sure! My plane is finally leaving in 1 hour; let's see the candidate side to side with the Journe a make a call...might come back with a watch on each wrist!
I try to avoid pre-loved...
But sometimes it's the only opportunity. Have a good trip! Kari
be careful when selling certain things
9 years ago my daughter was born and...long story short...I had to sell my Porsche 911 997.1, decision that I started to regret soon after. The regret was aggravated every time I saw one passing by. The remorse grew year after year and so is my daughter. ...
thanks R. !
That is my biggest worry, my attention is most of the times drawn to the resonance, tourbillon, octa-line...but I feel the Bleu might be THE Journe to own on the long run (well, tourbillon 1st generation too)... Plus I got the Bleu at such a great price 4...
It's a tough decision
But personally I would not trade the bleu. I probably don\'t wear mine as much as I should but every time I do it is complete enjoyment. It\'s a stunning watch and one that I do not intend to part with. Good luck.
that's one of the things that prompted me to request the trade;
Not wearing enough the Journe! Guess that's the problem when you just have too many watches..
Don't do it!
The FPJ Bleu is a stunning watch. I cannot possibly imagine what you are trading for that will look better on your wrist (but like everyone on this thread, can\'t wait to know!). Stay strong!
lol, I am so divided right now..
One side of my brain saying something and the other the opposite. Think best will be to stop thinking, wait to see the new one..and listen to my heart!
I've debated the same...
Went back and forth on selling my CB for a while. Same issue, just don't wear it enough. I figured out that it's more of a colder weather watch as the deep blue and grey tantalum case gives the watch a mix of both somber and elegance. So I gave myself the...
I think you're making the right decision
I longed for the FP Journe CB for the longest time. Wanted it so badly. Until one day... I go to see one of my ADs and he tells me... "What? Why do you like FP Journe so much? You do know that their watches are always problematic?". He then proceeded to t...
Well-Made
I've had no problems with my Journe's nor have friends of mine. His watches are incredibly well-made.
I think you should do it, not because the CB is a bad watch
it isn't, in fact it is a phenomenal watch but since you had gone through the whole thought process of trading it, it means that you were ready to move on so you're just having seller remorse but will pass rapidly
I couldn't agree more, Alex.
Once a watch or watches have been seriously considered for trading, I think it is just a question of time before they go for good. I remember desperately wanting one vintage watch belonging to a friend. Wanting trades instead of cash he made me work very ...
It will happen
But guest what there is a reason why you did it, isn't it? Like the others have said lucky it is a piece that Journe will not stop producing anytime soon. "knocks on wood" has been a piece I've been always wanting my self but I'm in a pickle too. When a f...