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Originally Posted by Skyrider01

FPJ popularity and waitlists have exploded over the last few years. 4 years ago, you could walk into a boutique and they had all sorts of pieces, including the CB, available. Now the only pieces you might find for sale at a boutique are full diamond Elegantes, if even that.

Unlike several of the other brands which make you spend thousands on less popular pieces to get their less expensive, highly sought pieces, FPJ welcomes new collectors. However, they want to get to know you first and make sure you are not buying a piece just because it's popular or to flip it. They will most likely not sell you a resonance or other low production piece, but will start you off with a CS or an AL.

The key, as you stated, is staying in contact with them to show your interest in becoming a collector. If you happen to live close to one of their boutiques, they have events at least once a month, and attending those will also help to establish a relationship.

Agree.