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The Original Three

 
 By: TJG : September 24th, 2019-16:26
I've never put all three together so I figured I should take advantage of the fact that it is very difficult to come across these three in the same room, at the same time. Much has been said over the significance of the yellow dials for F.P.Journe lovers,...  

Exceptional-congrats! [nt]

 
 By: NautNut : September 24th, 2019-16:39

Thanks! [nt]

 
 By: TJG : September 24th, 2019-21:35

End game right there.

 
 By: Jay (Eire) : September 24th, 2019-16:50
For all the fancy dials, MOP, Crystal, Jade etc these ones are by far the most appealing. I would wonder if a blind test was conducted, ie some people not familiar with the brand, which would they choose in terms of Old versus New, MOP and others versus t... 

They have a certain charm

 
 By: TJG : September 24th, 2019-21:37
And for the new ones, they don quite get it. These dials and movements are poorly done and deliver a certain charm that only an experienced watch enthusiast will appreciate. Just based on my experience since most people don't see the tiny details as charm... 

Thx! [nt]

 
 By: TJG : September 24th, 2019-21:37

You have an amazing collection!

 
 By: sham1 : September 24th, 2019-18:10
Am I correct that they are all 38mm being the first generation Journes with brass movements? Simply superb and it is quite a sight to see all three together. I can be indifferent when it comes to FPJ but your trio can wipe out any indifference!

Thank you

 
 By: TJG : September 24th, 2019-21:37
Yes, all original 38mm, platinum

Perfect!!

 
 By: sham1 : September 24th, 2019-23:21
Well done!!

🍆 [nt]

 
 By: cmmnsens : September 24th, 2019-18:11

I hope so! [nt]

 
 By: TJG : September 24th, 2019-21:37

Huge congratulations!

 
 By: ChristianDK : September 24th, 2019-20:55
you have completed the original set. They look amazing together. It’s really interesting what you say about the hue/effect being different in the three. I think I made that same observation in Felipe JordĂŁo’s article about his set. I suppose the dial supp... 

Thank you..

 
 By: TJG : September 24th, 2019-21:41
The dial finishes were different as first, the tourbillon dial shown was done by FP himself. The Resonance dial was also finished by FP but with a lesser shine, which was what he was initially trying to do. He says these were the intended dials at this po... 

it certainly adds to the charm

 
 By: ChristianDK : September 25th, 2019-00:20
with these minuscle differences. You nver quite know exactly to expect. 'Have any of your dials patinated or tarnished? I have a rose RdM which has a area in the dial that is a litlle bit differiend when you hold it at a certaill angle. No problem at all,... 

Yes, they all have tarnish.

 
 By: TJG : September 25th, 2019-06:12
Most of it is seen on the Tourbillon, which is heavily tarnished and even some of the movement parts. The Resonance has a tarnished dial which you can see from the photo. The Octa RDM has the least amount of tarnish on the dial but most of it is evident o... 

wow

 
 By: keks : September 24th, 2019-22:25
at first I thought these were the steel pieces which are amazing as well... but these 3 are so great together. Amazing trio! Each bring something else to the table... congrats!

:) [nt]

 
 By: TJG : September 25th, 2019-06:19

Brilliant Trio! Quick Question for you...

 
 By: IndieFan : September 24th, 2019-23:54
Its a fantastic set Mr TJG! Just curious, economics aside, on a scale of 1-10, how keen would you be to swap out your tourbillon for a souscription tourbillon? I know in the past you've mentioned that your tourbillon variant is rarer (I believe around 15 ... 

Someone asked me this in the presence of a Souscription two days ago...

 
 By: TJG : September 25th, 2019-06:16
While for him it was a no-brainer, to me it was very hard. I have a very strong sentimental story with regards to this watch's acquisition that makes it priceless to me. I wouldn't care to trade it for anything else and for that purpose, the potential fin... 

It's all about the personal journey in acquiring certain pieces

 
 By: IndieFan : September 25th, 2019-21:04
this is why I didn't want to bring economics into this... my query was purely from a collector's point of view, a souscription V a piece in the 21-35 or so case range like yours... Thanks for sharing your great photos and stories here and elsewhere, it's ... 

What a sight!!

 
 By: mrds : September 25th, 2019-00:18
Every one of them, a true gem! I hope they all do get fresh air often. Enjoy... Daniel

THX ;) [nt]

 
 By: TJG : September 25th, 2019-06:17

Stunning trio .

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : September 25th, 2019-01:04
Thanks for sharing

Thank you ;) [nt]

 
 By: TJG : September 25th, 2019-06:17

Three beautiful timepieces.

 
 By: VMM : September 30th, 2019-08:20
First generation Tourbillon Souverain was, is , and always will be among the top five in my dream/wish list, I love it since the first time I saw it in Basel when it was presented to the world. Everlasting love at first sight. Three wonders. Thanks. Vte