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dalip · 21 May 2011, 02:48 AM

...and probably not my last.

I have taken a new leap today and have picked up what I can only describe as an extraordinary watch. I cannot get enough of the dial, finish and the absolute comfort on the wrist.

I have been thinking abut it for a while...and pulled the trigger today. It was a huge decision...

I will take some better pics but here are some taken with the iPhone tonight at our Perth GTG...

Thanks for looking

PanosI · 21 May 2011, 03:09 AM

WOW, you did it , man !!!!!! Huge Congrats

S-T-U-N-N-E-R

dalip · 21 May 2011, 03:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PanosI

WOW, you did it , man !!!!!! Huge Congrats

S-T-U-N-N-E-R

Sure did Panos..thanks mate

TSW · 21 May 2011, 03:38 AM

I knew you would cave in Buddy

I got to say that RC looks fantastic on you Dalip

Nos it's a matter of time until you Will be lusting for a second one

dalip · 21 May 2011, 03:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TSW

I knew you would cave in Buddy

I got to say that RC looks fantastic on you Dalip

Nos it's a matter of time until you Will be lusting for a second one

Thanks Thomas! Feels great to own such a piece! Looking forward to discovering lots more about the range!

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Duey · 21 May 2011, 04:01 AM

very cool...i've always wanted an AP.

johnbeth · 21 May 2011, 04:07 AM

Congrats Dalip!!!!!

Beautiful piece and enjoy it my friend!!
I wonder who was the enabler in this purchase???

John

sleddog · 21 May 2011, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnbeth

Congrats Dalip!!!!!

Beautiful piece and enjoy it my friend!!
I wonder who was the enabler in this purchase???

John

Well it wasn't me John!

Looks good Dalip.. What happened to the Pam purchase??

You're really starting to branch out mate!

swatty · 21 May 2011, 08:19 AM

Looks good Dalip

Soon you will have more watches than my local watch shop

Paracentesis · 21 May 2011, 04:08 AM

Wow, that is one big watch. AP are right up there with the best in terms of movements and finish. Congratulations.

kcmo · 21 May 2011, 05:30 AM

Dalip, you little devil!

Congrats! That is quite a watch. How big is the case?

mfer · 21 May 2011, 06:26 AM

Nice rubber clad. Man, you are living the dream!

salem65 · 21 May 2011, 06:35 AM

Congrats, that is a great looking watch. You also have good taste in beer :)

tkc324 · 21 May 2011, 06:40 AM

Very nice AP... love it! Looks good on you.

spuds · 21 May 2011, 07:01 AM

OMG! OMG! OMG!

((Spuds runs round study screaming like a little girl!!))

Dalip mate I'm always genuinely pleased for our fellow members when they get a new watch but this time me ol' mucker I am THRILLED!!!

The whole 'AP thing' is a bit of a personal goal of mine & I am chuffed to f**king bits for you I really really am!!

Can't wait so see more (& better!!)

pic's Dal' but in the interim I wish you health, wealth & happiness with your latest acquisition my friend I sincerely do!!

"Congratulations" just doesn't seem enough!

esm · 21 May 2011, 08:09 AM

that is bloody awesome mate - huge huge congrats Dalip

really digging the APs and always have a soft spot for the Volcano and the Safari..... now im also loving the AP ROO Diver too.

great looking think - please do post more pix when you get a chance.

how do you like the thickness of it and your first impression of the rubber bezel and pusher/crown combo?

Quote:

Originally Posted by spuds

((Spuds runs round study screaming like a little girl!!))

yes i can hear you all the way from North London

liptonnr · 21 May 2011, 07:35 AM

That is sweet!

rfknauss · 21 May 2011, 08:45 AM

Stunning AP Dalip!

Brunotheboxer · 21 May 2011, 10:06 AM

Dalip I have to say that you are heading towards baller status. You're growing one of the best collections on this whole bloody forum. You must make mad bank.

dalip · 21 May 2011, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duey

very cool...i've always wanted an AP.

Thanks mate

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnbeth

Congrats Dalip!!!!!

Beautiful piece and enjoy it my friend!!
I wonder who was the enabler in this purchase???

John

Thanks John

You know who the ENABLER was my friend.....it was certainly YOU!!!!

JB was there and tipped me right over the edge without any hesitation in his mind when he walked in to the dealer and saw the AP on my wrist. His absolute conviction was what sealed the deal for me.

Thanks mate

Yur advice and support when making such a BIG purchase wwas just what I needed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paracentesis

Wow, that is one big watch. AP are right up there with the best in terms of movements and finish. Congratulations.

Thanks so much

They really are - the finish and sheer quality are unmistakable -

Quote:

Originally Posted by kcmo

Dalip, you little devil!

Congrats! That is quite a watch. How big is the case?

Thanks Karis

It was indeed a devilish thing to do.....but boy does it feel good

Info:
Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph

Dimensions are:
42 mm
54 mm
14.5 mm

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfer

Nice rubber clad. Man, you are living the dream!

Thanks Mik....Tis has been my biggest watch purchase ever...and there was a lot of tossing and turning over it. I had no idea if I could justify such a price tag...but once it was on and I was out there was little doubt.

This is now the prime watch in my collection ...

Quote:

Originally Posted by salem65

Congrats, that is a great looking watch. You also have good taste in beer :)

Thanks mate

Love the beer also

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkc324

Very nice AP... love it! Looks good on you.

Thanks

Quote:

Originally Posted by spuds

OMG! OMG! OMG!

((Spuds runs round study screaming like a little girl!!))

Dalip mate I'm always genuinely pleased for our fellow members when they get a new watch but this time me ol' mucker I am THRILLED!!!

The whole 'AP thing' is a bit of a personal goal of mine & I am chuffed to f**king bits for you I really really am!!

Can't wait so see more (& better!!)

pic's Dal' but in the interim I wish you health, wealth & happiness with your latest acquisition my friend I sincerely do!!

"Congratulations" just doesn't seem enough!

Wow Spudsy....

Thanks mate

You know it'll be on my wrist for London

I think the watch is tough enough to take the GTG

Appreciate the response my friend

Quote:

Originally Posted by liptonnr

That is sweet!

Thanks mate

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

that is bloody awesome mate - huge huge congrats Dalip

really digging the APs and always have a soft spot for the Volcano and the Safari..... now im also loving the AP ROO Diver too.

great looking think - please do post more pix when you get a chance.

how do you like the thickness of it and your first impression of the rubber bezel and pusher/crown combo?

yes i can hear you all the way from North London

Thanks Eric

Love the rubber on this watch...makes all the functions easy...and it just reeks of quality throughout. The pushers are wonderfully responsive and the crown so simple to use. Very taken with it indeed.

I will get better pics soon.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

Well it wasn't me John!

Looks good Dalip.. What happened to the Pam purchase??

You're really starting to branch out mate!

Thanks Robster

Was thinking about another PAM...but this one just kept on screaming at me...it's been going on for a couple of months now....back and forth. Then JB walked it and left absolutely no doubt...I just needed that extra push

Quote:

Originally Posted by swatty

Looks good Dalip

Soon you will have more watches than my local watch shop

Thanks Peter

This certainly is a prime piece and will be getting lots of wrist time. It just suits everything...such a distinct look. Love it

Quote:

Originally Posted by rfknauss

Stunning AP Dalip!

Thanks so much Richard

johnbeth · 22 May 2011, 02:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

Thanks John

You know who the ENABLER was my friend.....it was certainly YOU!!!!

JB was there and tipped me right over the edge without any hesitation in his mind when he walked in to the dealer and saw the AP on my wrist. His absolute conviction was what sealed the deal for me.

Thanks mate

Yur advice and support when making such a BIG purchase wwas just what I needed.

Anytime my friend, it was the best decision you made to buy the AP!

John

sleddog · 22 May 2011, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnbeth

Anytime my friend, it was the best decision you made to buy the AP!

John

You are now officially an enabler John!!

Welcome to the club!

johnbeth · 22 May 2011, 02:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

You are now officially an enabler John!!

Welcome to the club!

Thanks Rob!

John

Art 1 · 21 May 2011, 11:41 AM

Congrats.

dalip · 21 May 2011, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Art 1

Congrats.

Thanks Art

sub2004 · 21 May 2011, 04:41 PM

Awesome congrats mate :)

I also like those APs with the "granite" looking case finish.

Awesome watch collection you have.

sushisummo · 21 May 2011, 05:13 PM

Congrats.........very nice.

Love those AP's

TSW · 22 May 2011, 01:43 AM

By the way Dalip i think it's time for some update pics of your fantastic collection

dalip · 22 May 2011, 01:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sub2004

Awesome congrats mate :)

I also like those APs with the "granite" looking case finish.

Awesome watch collection you have.

Thanks mate

Quote:

Originally Posted by sushisummo

Congrats.........very nice.

Love those AP's

Thanks

Quote:

Originally Posted by TSW

By the way Dalip i think it's time for some update pics of your fantastic collection

daveathall · 22 May 2011, 02:01 AM

Many congratulations on that absolutely stunning watch Dalip, suits your wrist perfectly, wear it in the very best of health.

21 May 2011, 02:48 AM	#1
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	MY First AP!!!! ...and probably not my last. I have taken a new leap today and have picked up what I can only describe as an extraordinary watch. I cannot get enough of the dial, finish and the absolute comfort on the wrist. I have been thinking abut it for a while...and pulled the trigger today. It was a huge decision... I will take some better pics but here are some taken with the iPhone tonight at our Perth GTG... Thanks for looking __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

21 May 2011, 03:38 AM	#4
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	I knew you would cave in Buddy I got to say that RC looks fantastic on you Dalip Nos it's a matter of time until you Will be lusting for a second one __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

21 May 2011, 06:26 AM	#12
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	Nice rubber clad. Man, you are living the dream! __________________ member#3242

21 May 2011, 06:35 AM	#13
salem65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Canada Watch: JS Watch co. 101 Posts: 1,390	Congrats, that is a great looking watch. You also have good taste in beer :) __________________ JS Watch 101 ▪ Grand Seiko SBGX061 ▪ Breitling A17364

21 May 2011, 07:01 AM	#15
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	OMG! OMG! OMG! ((Spuds runs round study screaming like a little girl!!)) Dalip mate I'm always genuinely pleased for our fellow members when they get a new watch but this time me ol' mucker I am THRILLED!!! The whole 'AP thing' is a bit of a personal goal of mine & I am chuffed to fking bits for you I really really am!! Can't wait so see more (& better!!)** pic's Dal' but in the interim I wish you health, wealth & happiness with your latest acquisition my friend I sincerely do!! "Congratulations" just doesn't seem enough! __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

21 May 2011, 03:09 AM	#2
PanosI 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Panos Location: Athens, Greece Watch: 16710 Posts: 8,704	WOW, you did it , man !!!!!! Huge Congrats S-T-U-N-N-E-R

21 May 2011, 04:01 AM	#6
Duey 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Duey Location: Maui Watch: Too Many To List Posts: 3,582	very cool...i've always wanted an AP.

21 May 2011, 04:07 AM	#7
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	Congrats Dalip!!!!! Beautiful piece and enjoy it my friend!! I wonder who was the enabler in this purchase??? John

21 May 2011, 08:19 AM	#9
swatty 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,409	Looks good Dalip Soon you will have more watches than my local watch shop

21 May 2011, 04:08 AM	#10
Paracentesis Banned Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Tissot Posts: 1,454	Wow, that is one big watch. AP are right up there with the best in terms of movements and finish. Congratulations.

21 May 2011, 05:30 AM	#11
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Dalip, you little devil! Congrats! That is quite a watch. How big is the case?

21 May 2011, 06:40 AM	#14
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Very nice AP... love it! Looks good on you.

21 May 2011, 07:35 AM	#17
liptonnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Nate Location: Pottsville, PA Watch: Sub-c LV, GMT's Posts: 988	That is sweet!

21 May 2011, 08:45 AM	#18
rfknauss 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,494	Stunning AP Dalip! __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

21 May 2011, 10:06 AM	#19
Brunotheboxer Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Bruno Location: Boston/Cape Cod Watch: 16610,PAM. 111, G Posts: 7,608	Dalip I have to say that you are heading towards baller status. You're growing one of the best collections on this whole bloody forum. You must make mad bank.

21 May 2011, 11:41 AM	#24
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Congrats.

21 May 2011, 04:41 PM	#26
sub2004 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: South Pacific Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 643	Awesome congrats mate :) I also like those APs with the "granite" looking case finish. Awesome watch collection you have.

21 May 2011, 05:13 PM	#27
sushisummo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: JT Location: in a house....:) Watch: Hmmm......? Posts: 1,776	Congrats.........very nice. Love those AP's __________________ Collections: -- R-O-L-E-X --AP-ROO -- P-A-N-E-R-A-I -- B-R-E-G-U-E-T -- I-W-C -- B-A-L-L -- O-T-H-E-R-S WISHLIST: Too many to list...... Member #23367

22 May 2011, 01:43 AM	#28
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	By the way Dalip i think it's time for some update pics of your fantastic collection __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

22 May 2011, 02:01 AM	#30
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	Many congratulations on that absolutely stunning watch Dalip, suits your wrist perfectly, wear it in the very best of health. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

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