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singaporegirl · 26 November 2012, 08:54 AM

I have decided to get an AP for my birthday but am not sure which one to get between the two I have chosen.

These are the two I have chosen. My dilemma is I like the look of the first one but it only comes in Quartz whereas I really want an Automatic which only comes in the second one. Help!

waspy1 · 26 November 2012, 10:31 PM

Personally I prefer the looks of the first too. If its a bit of bling you're after I'd go with that. I also prefer the lack of 'automatic' on the dial which I dislike on recent APs and prefer the double hour markers on the 12 which is a call back to the original genta designed RO. As a pure timepiece the second is better but you have to like the look of the outside more than what is inside.

singaporegirl · 27 November 2012, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by waspy1

Personally I prefer the looks of the first too. If its a bit of bling you're after I'd go with that. I also prefer the lack of 'automatic' on the dial which I dislike on recent APs and prefer the double hour markers on the 12 which is a call back to the original genta designed RO. As a pure timepiece the second is better but you have to like the look of the outside more than what is inside.

I know right.. I'm just a little afraid of the maintenance of a quartz watch. I have never owned a quartz so I'm just confused about what to expect hahaha.

singaporegirl · 27 November 2012, 06:44 AM

Thanks so much for all the feedback! Currently thinking hard about which one to buy and have until February the 10th to think about it as the stock hasn't arrived. 2 votes for 1 and 2 votes for the 2nd one! Keep the feedback pouring.

Submarino · 27 November 2012, 12:02 AM

First of all welcome on board!!!

Go with the one that has the automatic movement. My wife owns a Quartz AP and maintenance is terrible on it. Every time the battery needs to be changed it has to be disassembled in full. Can't go wrong with an automatic movement.

nick c · 27 November 2012, 12:21 AM

Welcome

s14roller · 27 November 2012, 12:35 AM

Have you also considered a woman's Offshore?

singaporegirl · 27 November 2012, 03:48 AM

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Originally Posted by s14roller

Have you also considered a woman's Offshore?

Nope. I tried it on in the store and it's far too bulky and manly for me :(

cedric · 27 November 2012, 01:02 AM

Hi there, good to see a fellow sg post. Back to the subject, I agree, based on looks, e first definitely looks better. But ask yourself, what are u actually paying for? There are other brands and models which are also quartz with diamonds, most probably at a lower cost too, and minus what Submarino mentioned about changing the battery. Go with a mechanical movement for what you gonna pay. Of course, ultimately buy what you like and want. Look forward to your "new arrival" shot.

Submarino · 27 November 2012, 02:26 AM

Among APs with the exception of the 'Jumbo' most Royal Oaks without a second hand happen to be Quartz.

Starwalker · 27 November 2012, 01:09 AM

I like the first one, and you can't tell that its not automatic because there is no sweeping hand. However, an automatic is an automatic. Get the one that sings the most to you! :Cheers: and Happy Birthday!!!!!

cedric · 27 November 2012, 01:09 AM

Other alternative, Nautilus 7008. Happy birthday

kilyung · 27 November 2012, 01:36 AM

Of the two, I like #2. A) it's got softer curves and looks more feminine and 2) Automatique.

subtona · 27 November 2012, 02:35 AM

no quartz please

kilyung · 27 November 2012, 04:07 AM

Sadly, ladies APs in the smaller sizes seem to be mostly quartz.

Speed · 27 November 2012, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Sadly, ladies APs in the smaller sizes seem to be mostly quartz.

emagni · 27 November 2012, 04:10 AM

I say buy the automatic if they can arrange for the dial to be swapped?

kilyung · 27 November 2012, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by emagni

I say buy the automatic if they can arrange for the dial to be swapped?

Won't necessarily work as different movements ergo date window and canon pinions won't properly line up.

eric23 · 27 November 2012, 05:10 AM

Welcome! Both are really nice. Congrats in advance.

bayerische · 27 November 2012, 06:51 AM

The first one.

B. Doggy · 27 November 2012, 10:13 AM

#2. Automatic all the way...

SAMLAMBO · 27 November 2012, 02:29 PM

I like the first one

Willygallardo · 27 November 2012, 03:00 PM

Buy both you won't regret it.
I would love to see that watch on a girl would make her look so f***** sexy:)

singaporegirl · 28 November 2012, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Willygallardo

Buy both you won't regret it.
I would love to see that watch on a girl would make her look so f***** sexy:)

I can't possibly ask my Mom to get me both. I'm relatively young and can only choose one!

Willygallardo · 29 November 2012, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by singaporegirl

I can't possibly ask my Mom to get me both. I'm relatively young and can only choose one!

Could your mom buy me one too

JK

mb23 · 27 November 2012, 09:11 PM

I would say automatic. I would suggest to wait a bit, SIHH (international watch show) is around the corner and we could see a 15451OR 37mm Lady Royal Oak in RG with a strap option. That would be the perfect choice!

singaporegirl · 28 November 2012, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by mb23

I would say automatic. I would suggest to wait a bit, SIHH (international watch show) is around the corner and we could see a 15451OR 37mm Lady Royal Oak in RG with a strap option. That would be the perfect choice!

When is the International Watch Show? My god if they do come out with that I'm totally sold.

dpkong · 28 November 2012, 01:14 AM

I like the hands and markers on the second one. And the gold trim around the date window is a nice touch.

randyyeap · 28 November 2012, 02:09 AM

I vote number 2 Automatic and looks more girlishly.

TSW · 28 November 2012, 06:15 AM

As Michael already said i would recommend you to wait until late January for SIHH as they will present some new stunning Lady RO and ROO's.

26 November 2012, 08:54 AM	#1
singaporegirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Singapore Posts: 77	Confused upon which AP to buy. I have decided to get an AP for my birthday but am not sure which one to get between the two I have chosen. These are the two I have chosen. My dilemma is I like the look of the first one but it only comes in Quartz whereas I really want an Automatic which only comes in the second one. Help!

27 November 2012, 12:02 AM	#5
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	First of all welcome on board!!! Go with the one that has the automatic movement. My wife owns a Quartz AP and maintenance is terrible on it. Every time the battery needs to be changed it has to be disassembled in full. Can't go wrong with an automatic movement. __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

27 November 2012, 02:26 AM	#10
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	Among APs with the exception of the 'Jumbo' most Royal Oaks without a second hand happen to be Quartz. __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

27 November 2012, 01:09 AM	#11
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,241	I like the first one, and you can't tell that its not automatic because there is no sweeping hand. However, an automatic is an automatic. Get the one that sings the most to you! :Cheers: and Happy Birthday!!!!! __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

27 November 2012, 02:35 AM	#14
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,096	no quartz please __________________

26 November 2012, 10:31 PM	#2
waspy1 Banned Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jeff Location: Home! Posts: 1,259	Personally I prefer the looks of the first too. If its a bit of bling you're after I'd go with that. I also prefer the lack of 'automatic' on the dial which I dislike on recent APs and prefer the double hour markers on the 12 which is a call back to the original genta designed RO. As a pure timepiece the second is better but you have to like the look of the outside more than what is inside.

27 November 2012, 06:44 AM	#4
singaporegirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Singapore Posts: 77	Thanks so much for all the feedback! Currently thinking hard about which one to buy and have until February the 10th to think about it as the stock hasn't arrived. 2 votes for 1 and 2 votes for the 2nd one! Keep the feedback pouring.

27 November 2012, 12:21 AM	#6
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Welcome

27 November 2012, 12:35 AM	#7
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,252	Have you also considered a woman's Offshore?

27 November 2012, 01:02 AM	#9
cedric Banned Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SG Posts: 130	Hi there, good to see a fellow sg post. Back to the subject, I agree, based on looks, e first definitely looks better. But ask yourself, what are u actually paying for? There are other brands and models which are also quartz with diamonds, most probably at a lower cost too, and minus what Submarino mentioned about changing the battery. Go with a mechanical movement for what you gonna pay. Of course, ultimately buy what you like and want. Look forward to your "new arrival" shot.

27 November 2012, 01:36 AM	#13
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,877	Of the two, I like #2. A) it's got softer curves and looks more feminine and 2) Automatique.

27 November 2012, 04:07 AM	#15
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,877	Sadly, ladies APs in the smaller sizes seem to be mostly quartz.

27 November 2012, 04:10 AM	#17
emagni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: on Earth Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,283	I say buy the automatic if they can arrange for the dial to be swapped? __________________ Watches: More than my fingers can count

27 November 2012, 05:10 AM	#19
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Welcome! Both are really nice. Congrats in advance.

27 November 2012, 06:51 AM	#20
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	The first one. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

27 November 2012, 10:13 AM	#21
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	#2. Automatic all the way... __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

27 November 2012, 02:29 PM	#22
SAMLAMBO Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Singapore Watch: AP Posts: 41	I like the first one

27 November 2012, 03:00 PM	#23
Willygallardo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Willy Location: Montreal Watch: AP's - Rolex Posts: 972	Buy both you won't regret it. I would love to see that watch on a girl would make her look so f***** sexy:)

27 November 2012, 09:11 PM	#26
mb23 Banned Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Michael Location: Westchester, NY Watch: Audemars Piguet Posts: 4,744	I would say automatic. I would suggest to wait a bit, SIHH (international watch show) is around the corner and we could see a 15451OR 37mm Lady Royal Oak in RG with a strap option. That would be the perfect choice!

28 November 2012, 01:14 AM	#28
dpkong "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Don Location: Borneo Watch: it! Posts: 864	I like the hands and markers on the second one. And the gold trim around the date window is a nice touch.

28 November 2012, 02:09 AM	#29
randyyeap 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Randy Location: USA Posts: 302	I vote number 2 Automatic and looks more girlishly. __________________

28 November 2012, 06:15 AM	#30
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	As Michael already said i would recommend you to wait until late January for SIHH as they will present some new stunning Lady RO and ROO's. __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

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