Do you sell F.P. Journe watches in Dubai?
Yes. Prestige Calibers is based in Dubai and lists new and pre-owned F.P. Journe watches, including the Chronomètre Souverain, Chronomètre à Résonance, Quantième Perpétuel, LineSport and Élégante collections. The watches are available in stock and to order. Availability changes, so ask us about the watch you want.
How much do F.P. Journe watches cost at Prestige Calibers?
Prices are given on request and depend on the model, the condition and the set. The market changes from month to month. Market prices for F.P. Journe watches have risen strongly in recent years and are far above retail prices. Tell us the collection and case size on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price and availability for that watch.
Why is F.P. Journe so expensive?
F.P. Journe designs its own movements and makes few watches, fewer than 1,000 pieces per year. Demand is many times higher than the number of watches the brand can make. Waiting lists at official dealers are longer than for other brands. Market prices have risen strongly in recent years and are far above retail prices.
Where is F.P. Journe from?
F.P. Journe is from Geneva, Switzerland. The brand has its workshops and exhibition space on rue de l'Arquebuse in Geneva. François-Paul Journe designs the watches there.
Where are F.P. Journe watches made?
F.P. Journe makes its watches in Geneva, Switzerland. The brand designs its own movements and has the parts made to its specifications.
Who owns F.P. Journe?
François-Paul Journe keeps majority ownership and full creative and management independence. Chanel has held a 20% minority stake in Montres Journe SA since September 2018. Montres Journe SA is the Geneva company that the watchmaker founded.
How difficult is it to get a F.P. Journe?
It can be difficult, because the brand makes fewer than 1,000 watches per year. Waiting lists at official dealers are longer than for other brands, and demand is many times higher than the number of watches the brand can make. We offer new and pre-owned watches, in stock and to order. Message us on WhatsApp with the model you want.
Which is the cheapest F.P. Journe watch?
Prices are on request and depend on the model, the condition and the set. They change with the market, so we cannot name one watch as the cheapest at all times. At retail, the watches are practically impossible to find. Message us on WhatsApp with the models you consider and we will confirm the current prices.
What is entry level F.P. Journe?
The Chronomètre Souverain and the Chronomètre Bleu are often seen as the entry points to the brand. Both are hand-wound with calibre 1304 and a 56-hour power reserve. The Souverain has a 40 mm case in platinum or rose gold. The Bleu has a 39 mm tantalum case.
Are your F.P. Journe watches authentic?
Yes. A professional certified watchmaker checks the authenticity of our watches.
Do you include box and papers?
Yes. Our watches come as a full set, with box and papers.
What warranty applies to an F.P. Journe watch?
Pre-owned watches carry a 2-year warranty from Prestige Calibers. New watches carry the official warranty of the manufacturer.
Do you buy or trade in F.P. Journe watches?
Yes. We buy F.P. Journe watches and accept them in trade-in. Message us on WhatsApp with the model and reference of your watch.
Do you sell used F.P. Journe watches?
Yes. We list new and pre-owned (used) F.P. Journe watches. Availability changes, so ask us about the watch you want.
What does «Invenit et Fecit» mean on an F.P. Journe dial?
It is Latin for «invented and made». F.P. Journe presented its first wristwatch collection with these words in 1999, and the brand uses them to say that its watches come from its own original designs.
What is the F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance?
It is a watch with two movements in one case. The two balances influence each other and keep step, which is the resonance principle in the name. Our watches in this line use calibre 1520 and come in 40 mm and 42 mm cases.
Can you deliver an F.P. Journe watch outside Dubai?
Yes, worldwide delivery can be arranged. Ask us for the delivery options to your country.
How can I pay for an F.P. Journe watch?
We accept bank transfer to the company's official account, cash, cryptocurrency, or card payment through a payment terminal (a terminal fee applies). Message us on WhatsApp or visit by appointment and we will confirm the payment method that suits you.
