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22 October 2020, 10:37 AM | #91 |
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How heavy is this watch?
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22 October 2020, 11:33 AM | #92 |
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Did it! Code 11.59 Purple
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24 November 2020, 07:38 AM | #93 |
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Some of you have asked me how I feel about the Code after the honeymoon phase. To be honest, I remain enamored with the smoked, sunray purple dial Code1159 and the case just keeps speaking to me. I keep loving it more and more. I wear the watch all of the time and while it can be hard to pair with different colors, the watch maintains a dark look – almost black – that allows you to be more experimental. Often times, I don’t care anyway and still wear it even if I am not “color coordinated”.
The watch size is really good to me. It still feels a little thick but I like it that way. The lugs are so interesting, skeletonized, and short. Oh, I also changed the strap to the AP Kevlar strap. It gives me a more easy-going, modern, “telework” feel. Did I say I wear this watch a lot? Here are some things that I would like to see for it. 1. Easier changing straps: Holy crap! It was hard changing the strap. I used a loupe and tools and was totally paranoid in scratching the gold. I did but it was not easy for me. For this first time, it took me about 40 mins. I am not looking forwarding to changing it back to the leather. I really wish there was a way to change the straps like Journe, Vacheron, JLC, and others. More strap colors and texture would go a very long way to give the Code some life and adventure. 2. Buckle: I love the buckle design a lot! But, for the price point of the Code, I really wish the buckle was actually a deployant clasp. This watch really deserves it. I hear the cost is over 3,000CHF if you want to get it. 3. Luminescent: I wear this watch all of the time. In the early mornings at 0630 while waiting for the regional train, I can’t see the time. I look at my phone. I feel this watch is “sporty” enough that some form of luminous hands and markers will be awesome. Yes, I know it goes against the design but imagine this being part of the gold metal somehow. I mean, stretching the limits of luminous dials would be awesome. 4. Dial: This is not a criticism since I love my purple dial. However, I’d love to own one of the two-tone Chrono Codes but would love to see some textures. Perhaps not tapisserie but something “new”. Some dial texture design that will finally give this watch its very own definitive character identity. It is getting closer. 5. Price: Already bought it at MSRP so it doesn’t matter. However, this watch takes a killing in the secondary market. I have already seen it offered (the purple variant), for $19,800. That is over $7000 or 26% off. Imagine trying to sell it to a second hand dealer. I think one would be out 40 to 50%. Would I do it again? Absolutely! |
24 November 2020, 07:54 AM | #94 | |
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24 November 2020, 08:02 AM | #95 | |
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All excellent points you make - perhaps someone in AP will be reading It is a great looking watch. I particularly like the idea of the metalwork itself luminescing. One thing that was strongly featured at the time of launch was the way the logo was applied to the dial - does that stand out to you whilst wearing ?
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24 November 2020, 08:20 AM | #96 | |
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A gray dealer will offer you $16,000 tops for a time/date Code, and even that is probably a stretch because these aren't going to turn over quickly. $15,000 is probably more realistic. I took the dive on a Code (gray smoked TD model) - I should have it in a couple of weeks as it's taken some time to get back in stock. My AD has stated he's sold several Codes over the past two months and perhaps that is a sign of things to come. I went with the Code because I did become a bit struck with the watch and I plan on enjoying it. I think it's a perfect versatile piece to add to my collection. I also feel these watches will eventually creep up as the Code gains more popularity and respect. These days, I see very little substantive commentary from the Code bashing. It's mostly people that can't think and just want to be heard. All this said, any market value leveling is not going to happen suddenly. My approach will be to enjoy the watch for the next 3-5 years and then see where things are at. |
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25 November 2020, 01:56 AM | #97 |
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Interesting. I guess it depends on the point of reference - compared to a typical dress watch, I thought it felt quite substantial, both in terms of weight and thickness. I liked the size/weight and the PC dial is awesome (and out of my price range).
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25 November 2020, 03:02 AM | #98 |
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Had to add another pic.
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4 April 2021, 04:49 AM | #100 |
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Thanks for the review and all the photos OP. Im looking to get one of these as well, i find it absolutely stunning.
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4 April 2021, 05:34 AM | #101 |
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Beautiful .
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4 April 2021, 07:47 PM | #102 |
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Congratulations, the purple looks very nice
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5 April 2021, 04:38 AM | #103 |
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Congrats, very nice
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14 June 2021, 08:11 AM | #104 |
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Another member of the purple club here... Always wanted an elegant, sporty purple dial watch... Finally found it. Here's a photo with the reflection showing clouds and the sun breaking through them (which is "code" for me saying I'm not very good at watch photography and it just happened to be a cool reflection).
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14 June 2021, 09:39 AM | #105 |
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14 June 2021, 10:15 AM | #106 | |
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Congrats! That looks stunning. I love it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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14 June 2021, 12:36 PM | #107 |
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Outstanding. I absolutely love the case on the 11.59.
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14 June 2021, 12:41 PM | #108 |
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I do love the purple.
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15 June 2021, 09:44 PM | #109 | |
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The purple color is much less noticeable in-person than the blue dial, which is a true blue even under indirect room lighting, and looks awesome. I would describe the purple dial as a deep plumb or even as a black with a hint of purple. Unless under direct light, it seems like a black laquered dial. The images on the AP site are, to my eyes, not at all what the purple dial is like in real life. Perhaps the stock purple strap would make the purple dial pop a bit more. At first, I was a bit bummed and perplexed and then I realized that even though a true purple dial is cool, I would probably tire quickly if it were a truly purple watch. In the end, I am glad it is the way it is. I wore it out this past weekend and a couple of friends agree had similar opinions re: the in-person color. Your eyes may differ and hopefully this post of mine is helpful to anyone thinking about getting it. Here are a few more photos... Thank you. |
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16 June 2021, 02:40 PM | #111 | |
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That is so fantastic! Congratulations on your Code. It is one of my fav watches in the collection and it gets a lot of wrist time. Did you change the strap yourself? |
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16 June 2021, 11:29 PM | #112 |
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Wooooh, that is gorgeous! Congrats mate!
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17 June 2021, 03:10 PM | #113 |
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The code is really growing on me! Congrats on a beautiful acquisition!
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17 June 2021, 03:41 PM | #114 |
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I really don't like this watch no matter how many times I look at it and see the variants. The perpetual calendar though is great looking. Happy for you if you love it the way you describe it, congrats!
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17 June 2021, 09:55 PM | #115 |
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Did it! Code 11.59 Purple
Congratulations to all the code owner, all the pictures are great .
I’ve been introduced to code 11.59 last year when I first got my 38mm ROC, my SA shown me the grey dial but I’m not convinced at all. After a few months when a friend of mine getting his code 11.59 white dial, the interest is growing on me again. I went back to the boutique, tried on the purple chrono code, and I’m sold. But the price is on the high side for me , so I decided to plan for a time and date only code 11.59 White, blue, purple is the list of colours in my initial options. Drop the list down to purple and blue, I admire both of them, and I could not make up my mine, so I ask my SA to think of a colour that will match me better, he mention that I look better in blue. Just 2 days ago my SA sent me a good news, the blue code 11.59 is getting closer to me. I just can’t wait to see in person the blue code 11.59 I think the code 11.59 just don’t get the love at first sight , it slowly grow in AP collectors. Congratulations again to all the code lovers |
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Congrats!
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Yup it’s stunning. Really like the combo of purple dial, gold case, and the strap you have it on looks amazing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Did it! Code 11.59 Purple
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Thanks for the input, I’ve seen the purple chrono in person and I agreed it should looks like black in many lighting conditions, I can’t wait to see the blue in real person . I’ve noticed the blue is less been seen on the internet or code is less found in social media . Lol |
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21 June 2021, 01:05 AM | #120 |
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Beautiful purple dial.
I admit I was one of the few whom dislike the code when first launched. Somehow it grew on me. Especially if you get the chance to handle it up close. The side profile of the watch feels like a coupe sport car. Like the layered lacquered dial. I think AP got it right with this one. Am hoping for a smaller sized and thinner version. |
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