Can a 16 year old wear an AP?

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by craniotes

I shall bear this in mind the next time my opinion is solicited in this forum and will modify my answer so as not to offend your delicate sensibilities.

My sensibilities have not been offended. I just thought that my opinion would be equally valuable to you as your opinion might be to the OP.

[craniotes]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

My sensibilities have not been offended. I just thought that my opinion would be equally valuable to you as your opinion might be to the OP.

You thought wrong.

Regards,
Adam

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by craniotes

You thought wrong.

I'm sure the OP feels as you feel then.

He handled it better, though.

[craniotes]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

I'm sure the OP feels as you feel then.

He handled it better, though.

The difference here is that Noah asked for my opinion. If I had wanted yours, I would have given it to you first.

Anyway, if you would like to continue this scintillating back and forth, shoot me a PM; I think we've run our course here.

Regards,
Adam

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by craniotes

I think we've run our course here.

I agree.

[locutus49]

Grady is correct. Some people offering assertions in condescending tones have no idea of this particular teen and his lifestyle and family. We can offer opinions without being rude. Wealth is not the issue, it is common human decency and respect to other TRF members.

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

Well, he owns the watch whether you like it or not and insofar as it is his watch he may choose to wear or not to wear the watch as he so desires, as long as it's okay with his parents.

What the OP did not ask for was an opinion on rearing children, which is the subject you seem to be fixated on.

It's too late. Whether you call it spoiled or privileged, the watch is his.

KyleL was wearing Rolex and Omega watches at an early age and he seems to have turned out okay.

[Ranfni]

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

How much Haterade did you drink today?

[Ranfni]

Dude, wear the shit out of that watch and don't pay anyone no mind! Ask for a Ferrari when you graduate college. I wish my parents had jack like that. Bless you. Just don't be a jerk.

[Ranfni]

Originally Posted by Ranfni

I meant the haterade comment was a great way to say

[breitlingherst]

Noah_S, if you like the watch, and you feel safe wearing it, then wear it 24/7 to your heart's content!! i bet 99% of people wont recognize the watch or who makes it. you're 16 years old and therefore presumably mature enough to drive a 4000 pound missile (aka a CAR), at least according to the state of PA. wear the watch responsibly, and drive responsibly. don't be obnoxious and flash the watch's worth around or you're asking for trouble. same thing can be said if you're 16 or 86 years old.

[alubin]

I went to one of the wealthiest high schools in the world and would recommend holding off on that specific AP for daily wear. It will get noticed, and while driving an m3 or the like might be considered cool, I don't think that the AP will get you the attention you are looking for. I won't go into more detail but feel free to pm me.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by alubin

I went to one of the wealthiest high schools in the world and would recommend holding off on that specific AP for daily wear. It will get noticed, and while driving an m3 or the like might be considered cool, I don't think that the AP will get you the attention you are looking for. I won't go into more detail but feel free to pm me.

Tell us more.

[yjfang]

Dude wear the watch! In fact, if you have a nice ride to go with it, cool too! Just don't be douche, and it doesn't sound you are. Cheers!

[alubin]

Originally Posted by AK797

Tell us more.

Lol, pm me if you really want more.

[yjfang]

I've come across many many people with very nice things and what they have never really impress me. What is impressive is how they treat people, no matter the social-economic class.

[vman]

Originally Posted by Blue and White

Congratulations also from my side.
Nonetheless, I entirely agree with Adam ("Craniotes").
At the age of 16, getting/wearing such a watch is inappropriate, irrespective of cultural values or environment you are in. It has nothing to do with your age per se (or better, your lack thereof) but rather with the fact that in such a short life time you did not have the time yet to prove that you earn it.
By the way, you do not seem to be snobbish or spoiled at all. I rather think that your parents have a (to put it diplomatically) peculiar style of showing appreciation to you.
Abdullah

+1. This was very well said.

[VICI]

This thread has really run it's course.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by VICI

This thread has really run it's course.

Indeed

[Cinquecento]

Originally Posted by craniotes

I don't care how responsible you are, Rolexes and APs aren't watches for teens. Yeah, I grew up rich, but that didn't mean that my parents were buying me $10K+ watches (emphasis on plural here), never mind that I got good grades, ate my vegetables, walked old ladies across the street, etc.

I work for my stuff, and you damn well better believe that my kids will, too. Sure, I've bought my son a G-Shock or two for his birthday/Christmas, but he's just gonna have to wait until he's earned the money on his own before he gets an AP.

Rolexes? Christ, when did those start rolling in?

Regards,
Adam

I think its absolutely amazing that whoever gifted him this beautiful watch was in a position to do so! That's a sign of his parents hard work. if they have the money and chose to buy him a 20k watch or 100k car or 1m house that's totally up to them, some people work extra hard to simply be able to give there kids the finer things in life, if its not your thing thats totally cool also but I don't think it should offend you in any which way, the money came from somewhere originally someone had to earn it once upon a time so good on them.

Enjoy the watch wear it every single day and don't stress it one bit, when the time comes simply get it serviced and back to perfect condition again.

Cheers.

[SamGMT]

Originally Posted by Noah S

Here, I hope this worked

Looking good! Wear it!!
Don't worry what others think!! As long as you feels good and happy, that matter most!!

[panameraap]

the ap looks too old on a teen.. that should be the only concern... would replace with a ROO....

[PADI_Diver]

Originally Posted by alubin

I went to one of the wealthiest high schools in the world and would recommend holding off on that specific AP for daily wear. It will get noticed, and while driving an m3 or the like might be considered cool, I don't think that the AP will get you the attention you are looking for. I won't go into more detail but feel free to pm me.

Where did you go to school? If you don't mind me asking

[B. Doggy]

No more reading of this one for me. Cheers to all though!..

[FightOnSC!]

Originally Posted by panameraap

the ap looks too old on a teen.. that should be the only concern... would replace with a ROO....

Truest words this thread has ever seen

[singe89]

If you really appreciate it....wear it and enjoy it. At 16 if you can really appreciate a brand like AP you are way ahead of the masses.

I know many "kids" that had many things handed to them including, college educations, family businesses, homes, cars, watches, trust funds, etc. As long as you appreciate it that's all that matters. I didn't have these luxuries but I don't think less of those that do as long as they are humble and have an appreciation for what they are getting.

[BZA]

Firstly - big congrats - I loved watches from childhood but the nicest one I got was a $500 Gucci when I was 16 (it was awesome to me!)

I say look after your AP, wear it when it's appropriate (classy venues/areas, dinners, dates, formal events etc) and treat security as your primary concern, you don't want to go through the trauma of some lowlife spotting your watch and thinking you're an easy target. Either roll with some security or invest in some heavy weight insurance and err on the side of caution.

Good luck and best of luck with future endeavours!

[Preacher]

I see 16 year olds in Saudi Arabia in Lamborghini Aventadors, Mclaren Mercedes SLR's etc so why not. AP's would look good on them too IMO.

[gougy]

Wear it whenever you feel to wear it and enjoy the beauty of this gift (as well as AP 15400 itself)
Some people judge by looks, dress and as I read here by age too. Some judge by behaviour. Just by asking the forum and explaining how the Rolex works on your wrist you proved that you are way ahead as watchlover as most of us (I tend to say) were at age of 16. ;)

Congrats and wear it in good health!

Can not help but ask the question: IS IT SAFE to wear Submariner as daily beater at age of 39 when my deepest dive was like 20ft?

[Daytona4130]

Im 16 and I wore a Nautilis like a beater

[Michael M.]

Originally Posted by Daytona4130

Im 16 and I wore a Nautilis like a beater

Any pictures?