Audemars Piguet Offshore

[unknown]

The first AP Royal Oak was made in 1972 and was designed by Gerald Genta Who also designed the Patek Philippe Nautilus.
The Royal Oak was the first 'expensive' steel sportswatch on the market.

In 1993 they made the first Offhore.
The case is 46 mm in diameter and 14 mm high, the entire watch weighs 240 gram. Today those messures do not seem to be too big but in '93 it was a monster.

The movement is the 2226/2840 (JLC base)
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/ROOmovement2.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/ROOmovement.jpg
Basically it's a JLC 889/1 running at 21'600 A/h instead of 28'800. It's automatic, 26 mm in diameter, 3.25 mm high, has 33 jewels and a power reserve of 45 hours

Case, bracelet, dial, just everything is the best you can get.
I don't know other sportswatches that are finished as good as those AP's.

AP made around 250 offshores in 1993 but today they make around 3500 offshores per year. (Total AP production is about 21.000)
So 3500 pce is nothing compared to the Rolex submariner production but it's 1400% more than the first production year.
The last years those watches are real hot. I personally know a few Panerai collectors who sold a few Panerai's to buy a ROO.

This watch is imo the best sportswatch you can get !
I had several watches in the last 10 years. Probably every sports rolex, Some Breitling, Omega. Vacheron's Offshore.
Tried others like Breguet XXI and some JLC for a few weeks
But I get the most pleasure from the Audemars Piguet Offshore.



Some More pics

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/leroy072.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/leroy069.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/leroy070.jpg

[JJ Irani]

Thanks, Bruno!!:thumbsup: Excellent update and pics. Have always admired the RO....but specially like the TT version with the greyish/blue checker dial.:thumbsup:

[worktolivelife]

JEEEZZ another "one day" watch:chuckle: thats some heavy artilary there! lovely!

steve

[padi56]

Great pictures but IMO watch picture look better crown up.Not a huge fan of the RO but a well built reliable watch.

[unknown]

I already had a few of those Offshores.
Sold a few and will sell 2 more.
I'm saving for my dreamwatch :)

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/al1.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/Offshorewhite017.jpg

[TARDIS]

Just a thought.......

How do you unscrew the hexagonal screws that have a hexagonal countersink?

Duh?

[worktolivelife]

Just a thought.......

How do you unscrew the hexagonal screws that have a hexagonal countersink?

Duh?

I believe the actual screw comes from the underside, and what you can see on the bezal is really the nut?

steve

[JJ Irani]

I believe the actual screw comes from the underside, and what you can see on the bezal is really the nut?

steve
Hmmmmm.....doesn't that just remind you of someone you know!!!:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[RogerF]

I am so in love with ROOs.....one day..... oh yes, it will be mine

[jwl-2]

In the sixth dimension, you should have known!

[Goodwatch]

I believe the actual screw comes from the underside, and what you can see on the bezal is really the nut?

steve

Yes. It's called a patent screw. Cartier has a similar construction on their Santos line. :thumbsup:

[Tony-GB]

Great review & great pics

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Terry Newton]

Not a fan but like the solid stainless steel one that you bought. It's a sharp looking watch. Nice review.

Terry Newton

[BmwA5H]

hmmmmm . . . Very robust lookin watches ! nice
Prefer the Gold though,

[golfball123]

very nice n pricey...........

[abigsecret]

Love it love it love it! Oh, one day..... maybe, hopefully, in my dreams! :dummy:

[Watch_Me]

The Offshores are one of the best looking watches ever. I personally love the Rubens Barrichello II in Titanium and Rose Gold! Anyone have one for sale at MSRP?? haha

[onkyo]

Have a SS one coming in the mail (literally)!!!

[watchknutt]

Just sold mine but still have some great photos if anyone cares to see... 2008 series.

[Spencer]

I love mine too. Here's a pic....

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h155/ststrl/IMG_1443.jpg

[topcat30093]

I can't say that I'm fan of the ROO.
I would be most interested to read what it is that most fans admire about it.
Is it the construction,the movement, the size,the readability, the comfort when you wear it,the operation of the buttons or something else?
I am not taking the mickey in anyway I would just like to know.
One of my friends would dearly love to own one of these watches

[Mrdi]

In the OP pic it appears the numbers increase in size as they move from 1-12.
If so that is very cool.

[Spencer]

I can't say that I'm fan of the ROO.
I would be most interested to read what it is that most fans admire about it.
Is it the construction,the movement, the size,the readability, the comfort when you wear it,the operation of the buttons or something else?
I am not taking the mickey in anyway I would just like to know.
One of my friends would dearly love to own one of these watches

Many things. To me it's the history of the piece, the history/presitge of Audemars Piguet, and the fact that to me it's the ultimate sports watch. On a negative side, it is quit big and heavy, so comfort is not A+ like many Rolex models.

[topcat30093]

Thanks Spence, what for you makes it the Ultimate Sports watch. Compared to say the Daytona (apart from having a date LOL) or Panerai etc?

[Spencer]

Thanks Spence, what for you makes it the Ultimate Sports watch. Compared to say the Daytona (apart from having a date LOL) or Panerai etc?

That’s a good question. I mean to each their own, but I just feel that the AP’s classic yet individualistic styling, prestige, and ruggedness, really set it apart. I know that watches like the Sub have been around for years, but I think that when the original Royal Oak and Patek Nautilus came out back in the 70’s, it really started the sports watch craze. Additionally I like the fact that most people don’t really even know what it is. I mean when you see it, it is big, and has a presence, so watch novices can appreciate it, however I’d be willing to be that most people wouldn’t necessarily think it’s any pricier than say a Sub, because not as many people are familiar with Audemars Piguet.

As far as comparing it to a Daytona, well I have a Daytona too, and I love it. It’s funny cause I ma more paranoid wearing my Daytona than the AP. I mean the AP is HUGE, so you can scratch it easily, but I think that the polished links of the Daytona for some reason I am far more careful when I wear it over the AP ROO.

[Dylan Wade]

Just picked up on this thread after visiting a few AP dealers here in Hong Kong over lunch.

I'm pretty much set in making my #3 watch a AP Royal Oak Offshore. The obvious question now is which one, although the prices start from Very HIGH and quickly go to Very Very HIGH.

I'm looking at the classic all SS models with the whiteface in mind but was shown both a SS model with leather strap and a Rubber dialed version.

Whaever the decison I think judging from what I currently have tis watch would be my weekend/Casual watch only as its just too BIG to go with a shirt an Tie IMO.

any thoughts to which one and my comments above would be appreciated..........:cheers:

[Luminor]

I'd go for the offshore with the black rubber bezel. The SS bezel is pretty also, but is very prone to scratches, hairlines and swirls. With a rubber bezel you don't have to worry about any of that.

Changing straps is really nice and imho this watch looks best with a rubber or leather strap. The ROO will most probably be my next watch.

[Spencer]

Just picked up on this thread after visiting a few AP dealers here in Hong Kong over lunch.

I'm pretty much set in making my #3 watch a AP Royal Oak Offshore. The obvious question now is which one, although the prices start from Very HIGH and quickly go to Very Very HIGH.

I'm looking at the classic all SS models with the whiteface in mind but was shown both a SS model with leather strap and a Rubber dialed version.

Whaever the decison I think judging from what I currently have tis watch would be my weekend/Casual watch only as its just too BIG to go with a shirt an Tie IMO.

any thoughts to which one and my comments above would be appreciated..........:cheers:

I was in the same position as you. I originally had my eye on the black dial Rubberclad, since I think it is a really beauty and really wanted a rubber strap watch. After thinking about it long and hard, I just wasn’t to keen on spending $20K (I paid less actually got a good deal) on a rubber strap watch, in particular my first AP. That and I absolutely LOVE the design of the SS bracelet on the AP. So without much hesitation I bought the black dial SS ROO and I have NO regrets. That being said my next watch purchase will likely be one of the Rubberclads, preferably the Rose Gold version. That and sometime my arm hair gets caught in the bracelet, this happens on the AP far more than any other watch I own.

Which ever you buy you will not regret it one bit. Additionally keep in mind that the straps are interchangeable, however not nearly as easy to change as Panerais.

[Dylan Wade]

I'd go for the offshore with the black rubber bezel. The SS bezel is pretty also, but is very prone to scratches, hairlines and swirls. With a rubber bezel you don't have to worry about any of that.

Changing straps is really nice and imho this watch looks best with a rubber or leather strap. The ROO will most probably be my next watch.


Thansk for your comments Claude, I do like the Rubber Clad models but still not as much as the full SS.

[Dylan Wade]

I was in the same position as you. I originally had my eye on the black dial Rubberclad, since I think it is a really beauty and really wanted a rubber strap watch. After thinking about it long and hard, I just wasn’t to keen on spending $20K (I paid less actually got a good deal) on a rubber strap watch, in particular my first AP. That and I absolutely LOVE the design of the SS bracelet on the AP. So without much hesitation I bought the black dial SS ROO and I have NO regrets. That being said my next watch purchase will likely be one of the Rubberclads, preferably the Rose Gold version. That and sometime my arm hair gets caught in the bracelet, this happens on the AP far more than any other watch I own.

Which ever you buy you will not regret it one bit. Additionally keep in mind that the straps are interchangeable, however not nearly as easy to change as Panerais.


Noted Spencer and I agree with you on the $'s spent on a rubber watch, at least not 1st time around. I will probably opt for the full SS version too and then think about other strap options later...........doubt I will be in aposition to purchase a 2nd ROO anytime in the next 18 years with my 2 kids now online:chuckle:

[Spencer]

Noted Spencer and I agree with you on the $'s spent on a rubber watch, at least not 1st time around. I will probably opt for the full SS version too and then think about other strap options later...........doubt I will be in aposition to purchase a 2nd ROO anytime in the next 18 years with my 2 kids now online:chuckle:

HAHA, yeah I hear you. No kids for me yet, though i am sure that one will be in the not so distant futire. That being said a $40K plus Rose Gold ROO is probably out of the question:crying::banghead:

[Luminor]

I understand what you guys mean, but APs can be had at very good prices, don't bother with ADs unless you are buying a limited edition.

They retail in Europe for 16,100 euro, they can easily be found in the UK for 9,600 euro.

Why not try and pick up 1 pre-owned?

[Spencer]

Here in the US many ROO's can be had for 10-20% off as well.

[bodybump]

This Ap's are amazing!!! wow!!!

[Trurolexer]

My Brother went from Pannie to AP ROO too.
Me love AP ROO too, but chrono is not my thing. So, for near time I think I never consider one of this model. Maybe a couple years from now. Who's knows? Never say never.

[Dylan Wade]

Hi guys,

FYI - I actually went with the White/silver dialed Rubber clad ROO (fancy that :rofl:), it simply complemented my other Rolex and was just awesome when strapping on for the 1st time.

I'm in the dog house with the wife but nothing that time won’t heal so "worth a few days of getting the cold shoulder IMO.

Although not a real fan I can understand the Pani allure some have fallen too and continue to think Rolex are fantastic but it must be said that AP RO and ROO are just a little more fantastic.:thumbsup:

[brainbizz]

I really like the ROOs but not many people carry them and I am not willing to pay the prices on the secondary market for the limited editions. I will add one to my collection at some point when I find the right one at a dealer. Until then I will stick with the upper end PAMs.

[TonyD]

I love the look of the case and most of the Ap designs. I somehow don't like the cut off numbers as seen on IWC watches, where the numbers look like they were chopped off by sub-dials.

[boa2]

Hi guys,

FYI - I actually went with the White/silver dialed Rubber clad ROO (fancy that :rofl:), it simply complemented my other Rolex and was just awesome when strapping on for the 1st time.

I'm in the dog house with the wife but nothing that time won’t heal so "worth a few days of getting the cold shoulder IMO.

Although not a real fan I can understand the Pani allure some have fallen too and continue to think Rolex are fantastic but it must be said that AP RO and ROO are just a little more fantastic.:thumbsup:
Post photos, post photos, post photos!!!!

[Spencer]

Hi guys,

FYI - I actually went with the White/silver dialed Rubber clad ROO (fancy that :rofl:), it simply complemented my other Rolex and was just awesome when strapping on for the 1st time.

I'm in the dog house with the wife but nothing that time won’t heal so "worth a few days of getting the cold shoulder IMO.

Although not a real fan I can understand the Pani allure some have fallen too and continue to think Rolex are fantastic but it must be said that AP RO and ROO are just a little more fantastic.:thumbsup:

Congrats!

Welcome to the club:cheers:

[Dylan Wade]

Photo's coming soon folks, as I owe someone a comparison of wrist shots of AP and Rolex.

BTW - The wife has stopped talking to me for nearly a week now:concerned

[Dylan Wade]

Post photos, post photos, post photos!!!!


As requested please follow the link :http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=65621

[unknown]

well, since I started this thread some things changed ...
more or less 2-3 years ago I sold my last ROO

Needed the money for something else ...

It took me some time to realize that needed a new one :-) The ROO is imo the ultime sportswatch so I started saving again and bought the ROO wich I always liked the most.
The 01-type (blue dial, more elegant numbers on the dial, and gey subdials)

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROO05-dialn.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROO05-dialm.jpg

and with it's sporty Kevlar strap


http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/aprookevlar2.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/aprookevlar3.jpg

[onkyo]

Beautiful watch unknown........

Its looks wonderful on the kevlar strap. :thumbsup:

:cheers:

[allanofcalifornia]

So, do most people buy ROO or RO? I having a difficult deciding if I want that big of a watch! Have you always had a big watch or did it take a little while to get use to?


Allan

[unknown]

So, do most people buy ROO or RO? I having a difficult deciding if I want that big of a watch! Have you always had a big watch or did it take a little while to get use to?


Allan

nowadays I think the ROO is their bestseller, from 1993 till 2000 it was probably the RO.
On the other hand, the RO chronograph with white dial in an amazing beautifull watch. Never had one but it is high on my wishlist ;-)

It started with a Panerai , you're fast used to bigger watches ;-) Today all my watches are between 40 and 47 mm.

[Goodwatch]

well, since I started this thread some things changed ...
more or less 2-3 years ago I sold my last ROO

Needed the money for something else ...

It took me some time to realize that needed a new one :-) The ROO is imo the ultime sportswatch so I started saving again and bought the ROO wich I always liked the most.
The 01-type (blue dial, more elegant numbers on the dial, and gey subdials)

and with it's sporty Kevlar strap



Stunning photography. Now I saw the AP up close I must say I'm starting to like it. I've taken a look at the other pictures and the Safari is even better i.m.o. :thumbsup:

[unknown]

Stunning photography. Now I saw the AP up close I must say I'm starting to like it. I've taken a look at the other pictured and the Safari is even better i.m.o. :thumbsup:


this one ;-)

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari6.jpg



http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari5.jpg



http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari3.jpg



http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari4.jpg


http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari10.jpg

[unknown]

maybe I should add these too because some people still don't know the purpose of the screws in the bezel
(how can you unscrew those screws ??)

You can't, it's on the back you need to unscrew them

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOscrews.jpg


http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/rooscrew2.jpg


http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/rooscrew3.jpg

[Goodwatch]

this one ;-)

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari6.jpg



http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari5.jpg



http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari3.jpg



http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari4.jpg


http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y145/unknown100/APROOSafari10.jpg


Oh yes! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[paolo14]

Is this as big as the regular offshores?

[unknown]

Is this as big as the regular offshores?

yes, only 1 size

[unknown]

just some extra shots from a 'Navy'
The watch belongs to a friend but I will wear it 2-3 weeks :dude:

http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/unknown1000/APROONAVYe.jpg


http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/unknown1000/APROONAVYF.jpg


http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/unknown1000/APROONAVYg.jpg


http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/unknown1000/APROONAVYa.jpg


http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/unknown1000/APROONAVYb.jpg


http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/unknown1000/APROONAVYc.jpg


http://i735.photobucket.com/albums/ww359/unknown1000/APROONAVYh.jpg

[xbox]

The dials are quite simply beautiful, but to be honest, I'm not sure on the bezel.

Need to get one on my wrist again:thinking:

[Submarino]

Just a thought.......

How do you unscrew the hexagonal screws that have a hexagonal countersink?

Duh?

The hexagonal screws have a very long thread that go all the way through the bezel, gasket and case. What you unscrew are actually the nuts that are on the back of the case.They look like little pipes with a fine thread inside.

By the way, here's mine. Enjoy!!!

[Tony-GB]

Thought I'd share some pics:

[submariner16610]

I love that watch royal oak offshore in steel.I'm saving money for that.I just want to clarify what's the difference of the offshore compared to the royal oak chrono steel?Aside from the size and date location,is the rest thesame? some saY it's same. some say the movement are different and the clasp and bracelet are different. I'm confused. I'm comparing the ro chrono in steel and the roo in steel...

[boa2]

I love that watch royal oak offshore in steel.I'm saving money for that.I just want to clarify what's the difference of the offshore compared to the royal oak chrono steel?Aside from the size and date location,is the rest thesame? some saY it's same. some say the movement are different and the clasp and bracelet are different. I'm confused. I'm comparing the ro chrono in steel and the roo in steel...

The bracelets, clasps, cases, movements...completely different watches.

[r.l.x]

thats an very nice watch and very good pics!

[TABACCO]

il wear u in my dreams AP!

[PorscheStan]

Nice review and very nice watch...

[SoCalDweller]

Great review...I like this watch a lot. My bro got it last year and has let me try (reluctantly) it on maybe twice. I guess it has a special place in each owner's heart!