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le-temps · 1 May 2014, 02:07 AM

Gentlemen, this is my first post on this Forums. I'm a bit confuse and need some advice to decide my next move.

Here it goes : I already have SS Divers and I have been eyeing FC Divers for sometimes. Since I read on this forums that FC Divers will be discontinued, so I'm kind of worry if I don't buy it now, I won't be able to find the new FC Divers to buy in the future. I'm not gonna sell my SS Divers, so the question is :
1. should or shouldn't i buy the FC Divers since my AD is having it reserve for me?
2. having two AP Divers, same movement but different materials...stupid or ridiculous?

Look forward for some comments....

thsiao · 1 May 2014, 02:42 AM

If you can afford having both, why not? They will be substantially different given the different case material. I say do it! But... I do prefer the ceramic with orange accents more.

AK797 · 1 May 2014, 02:52 AM

I would not have two Divers, I would rather have a different model but if you like the FC more than any other then go for it.

singe89 · 1 May 2014, 03:13 AM

Both

I traded my SS diver towards the FC and while I LOVE my FC diver I still miss the SS. They both might be the same model but they look and wear very different. I still think the FC is the best of all the divers.

There are many people on this forum with both a SS and gold Rolex Sub. Why not have a SS and FC diver?

FightOnSC! · 1 May 2014, 03:39 AM

dude i've owned all 3 at the same time (no white diver, sorry Paul) and they are all so very different (at least to US). others who aren't so into watches might not see the differences but even between the FC and the Ceramic there are enough differences to make em different watches. unfortunately most will only see the yellow and orange being the difference between them but YOU will know.

and YES i absolutely think the SS and an alternative material Diver can co-exist. the SS because it's shiny and in steel can be a dressed up watch (think putting it on bracelet? it's not for me but it does look nice) while keeping the Blacker of the Divers as your more casual watch, or a "tool" watch (although a 20k+ as a tool watch sounds stupid, it works. my black divers are my "every day" pieces)

craniotes · 1 May 2014, 05:55 AM

Each Diver wears substantially differently, IMO, that one could be justified in own all of them, should it suit their needs (and their wallet). For my part, I sold my steel Diver to fund the FC Diver, and while I'd do it again in a heartbeat, if I could have afforded to keep both, I certainly would have.

Regards,
Adam

masterserg · 1 May 2014, 06:00 AM

You sure can, if you like the Diver enough. Completely different watches. I only worry a little bit about mid to long term maintainability of the FC case given that it cannot be repaired. I assume AP will keep a healthy stock of them.

texex91 · 1 May 2014, 06:10 AM

Of course you can!

Two different looks in my book--both awesome!

diver2012 · 1 May 2014, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterserg

I assume AP will keep a healthy stock of them.

I think they are a doddle to make - simply a case of shoving some carbon flakes into a press - pushing a button. Done.

masterserg · 1 May 2014, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diver2012

I think they are a doddle to make - simply a case of shoving some carbon flakes into a press - pushing a button. Done.

I guess you are right ... Even though that takes some of the mysticism out of it

SMD · 1 May 2014, 06:58 AM

I have stainless and ceramic and have toyed with flipping the stainless for a 44mm primarily to keep the collection down to a reasonable number that I can wear. But I like the ss too much to part with it so instead I will probably just add the 44.

I know if I traded the ss I would miss it and end up buying it again!

Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

AshAP · 1 May 2014, 07:40 AM

...... having two AP Divers, same movement but different materials...stupid or ridiculous?

Stupid or ridiculous, I'm not sure which but it doesn't seem like you think its a positive to have both.

If you love that style then do it. I would want a contrast of styles but we are all different.

exiger77 · 1 May 2014, 02:17 PM

Yes, do it.

vman · 1 May 2014, 02:18 PM

I would not do it.

DreambreaX · 2 May 2014, 02:04 AM

One diver is enough. But one rolex is not enough.

texex91 · 2 May 2014, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DreambreaX

One diver is enough. But one rolex is not enough.

I know you love the Rolex by all of your posts here about it. Why do you think one should have only one AP, but multiple Rolex?

le-temps · 2 May 2014, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texex91

I know you love the Rolex by all of your posts here about it. Why do you think one should have only one AP, but multiple Rolex?

Not 1 AP but 1 Divers...

thomaspp · 2 May 2014, 03:56 AM

I didn't like the FC at first, but then fell in love. I wouldn't have two AP divers in one collection (then again my collection is under 10 references so it's relativley small!). Best.

shoe-bop · 2 May 2014, 04:50 AM

And while they are both Divers - they wear completely differently! I say go for it..

Jeff

Randy · 2 May 2014, 07:59 AM

Nothing like the Forged Carbon! Grab one before they get scarce, they are discontinued.

iLLGT2 · 2 May 2014, 08:45 AM

SS panda and FC diver, best combo :)

le-temps · 2 May 2014, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Randy

Nothing like the Forged Carbon! Grab one before they get scarce, they are discontinued.

Randy, I heard the same the news. Is this real or just marketing strategy?

le-temps · 3 May 2014, 12:07 PM

Guys...thanks for the comments...please stay tuned, another AP is coming.

cger · 3 May 2014, 04:09 PM

FC all the way. SS is too heavy and not comfortable.

1 May 2014, 02:07 AM	#1
le-temps "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Asia Watch: 004 Posts: 267	SS Divers + FC Divers...Yes or No? Gentlemen, this is my first post on this Forums. I'm a bit confuse and need some advice to decide my next move. Here it goes : I already have SS Divers and I have been eyeing FC Divers for sometimes. Since I read on this forums that FC Divers will be discontinued, so I'm kind of worry if I don't buy it now, I won't be able to find the new FC Divers to buy in the future. I'm not gonna sell my SS Divers, so the question is : 1. should or shouldn't i buy the FC Divers since my AD is having it reserve for me? 2. having two AP Divers, same movement but different materials...stupid or ridiculous? Look forward for some comments....

1 May 2014, 02:42 AM	#2
thsiao "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,219	If you can afford having both, why not? They will be substantially different given the different case material. I say do it! But... I do prefer the ceramic with orange accents more. __________________ Instagram @lifeofawis www.lifeofawis.com

1 May 2014, 06:00 AM	#7
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,427	You sure can, if you like the Diver enough. Completely different watches. I only worry a little bit about mid to long term maintainability of the FC case given that it cannot be repaired. I assume AP will keep a healthy stock of them. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

2 May 2014, 03:56 AM	#18
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,136	I didn't like the FC at first, but then fell in love. I wouldn't have two AP divers in one collection (then again my collection is under 10 references so it's relativley small!). Best. __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

2 May 2014, 04:50 AM	#19
shoe-bop "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Jeff Location: Iowa Posts: 150	I have both . . And while they are both Divers - they wear completely differently! I say go for it.. Jeff

1 May 2014, 02:52 AM	#3
AK797 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,278	I would not have two Divers, I would rather have a different model but if you like the FC more than any other then go for it.

1 May 2014, 03:13 AM	#4
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,725	Both I traded my SS diver towards the FC and while I LOVE my FC diver I still miss the SS. They both might be the same model but they look and wear very different. I still think the FC is the best of all the divers. There are many people on this forum with both a SS and gold Rolex Sub. Why not have a SS and FC diver?

1 May 2014, 03:39 AM	#5
FightOnSC! "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: J Location: El Lay Watch: AP. Rolex. The end Posts: 636	dude i've owned all 3 at the same time (no white diver, sorry Paul) and they are all so very different (at least to US). others who aren't so into watches might not see the differences but even between the FC and the Ceramic there are enough differences to make em different watches. unfortunately most will only see the yellow and orange being the difference between them but YOU will know. and YES i absolutely think the SS and an alternative material Diver can co-exist. the SS because it's shiny and in steel can be a dressed up watch (think putting it on bracelet? it's not for me but it does look nice) while keeping the Blacker of the Divers as your more casual watch, or a "tool" watch (although a 20k+ as a tool watch sounds stupid, it works. my black divers are my "every day" pieces)

1 May 2014, 05:55 AM	#6
craniotes Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Ad Rock Location: Manhattan Posts: 621	Each Diver wears substantially differently, IMO, that one could be justified in own all of them, should it suit their needs (and their wallet). For my part, I sold my steel Diver to fund the FC Diver, and while I'd do it again in a heartbeat, if I could have afforded to keep both, I certainly would have. Regards, Adam

1 May 2014, 06:10 AM	#8
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Of course you can! Two different looks in my book--both awesome!

1 May 2014, 06:58 AM	#11
SMD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: SMD Location: LGA/EWR/ORD Watch: AP/PP Posts: 3,674	I have stainless and ceramic and have toyed with flipping the stainless for a 44mm primarily to keep the collection down to a reasonable number that I can wear. But I like the ss too much to part with it so instead I will probably just add the 44. I know if I traded the ss I would miss it and end up buying it again! Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

1 May 2014, 07:40 AM	#12
AshAP "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ash Location: UK Watch: AP Royal Oak Posts: 4,544	...... having two AP Divers, same movement but different materials...stupid or ridiculous? Stupid or ridiculous, I'm not sure which but it doesn't seem like you think its a positive to have both. If you love that style then do it. I would want a contrast of styles but we are all different.

1 May 2014, 02:17 PM	#13
exiger77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Equator Posts: 506	Yes, do it.

1 May 2014, 02:18 PM	#14
vman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,224	I would not do it.

2 May 2014, 02:04 AM	#15
DreambreaX Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Rolex Estate Posts: 1,304	One diver is enough. But one rolex is not enough.

2 May 2014, 07:59 AM	#20
Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	Nothing like the Forged Carbon! Grab one before they get scarce, they are discontinued.

2 May 2014, 08:45 AM	#21
iLLGT2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Martin Location: NY And FLA Watch: AP ROO Blue Scuba Posts: 2,694	SS panda and FC diver, best combo :)

3 May 2014, 12:07 PM	#23
le-temps "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Asia Watch: 004 Posts: 267	Guys...thanks for the comments...please stay tuned, another AP is coming.

3 May 2014, 04:09 PM	#24
cger "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Southern CA Posts: 53	FC all the way. SS is too heavy and not comfortable.

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