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First AP 15500 vs 26331
I’m looking to get my first AP and was told from the dealer that both could be available for me in any dial configuration- except blue. I have a 7.5” wrist and curious others thoughts. I plan to comb through the forum tonight for photos and reviews, but curious initial thoughts.
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Both are awesome pieces, you can’t go wrong. I was in a similar situation last year, and ended up going with a 15500 grey— and no regrets at all! It’s so mesmerizing and I think the perfect AP (That said, I still hope and plan to acquire 26331 really soon haha)
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Being used to Rolex, it’s odd to see a watch I like and it’s available just like that. Lol (except for blue dial of course)
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I had the same option, I think for function I went with the 15500, as I feel there are other Chronos out there that I like. Although it could still be my next purchase.
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I got the ROC first (by request) and then RO second. I love the display back coming from Rolex, it's quite nice, but on a larger wrist I think the ROC is just a bit nicer, fills up more space on the wrist so to say with the pushers and also slightly extra height. But I'm also a big chrono person, so biased in that regard.
What else is in your collection? Not knowing, I'm tempted to say if you have a Daytona already then get RO, if you don't have a Daytona then get ROC. |
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To me if both are available now, try and see which one sing to you, pick that one.
But if you have to wait, I would get whatever becomes available first. |
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If you can get one without a long wait I would get the the 15500 first. Both are great watches, however I tend to prefer a more classic clean dial. It also has the in-house movement, which to me means something at this price point. You can always get the chrono as a second AP if you decide to expand your collection as it’s less difficult to source.
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15500. It showcases that beautiful dial with the least amount of distractions. And the movement is beautiful.
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Since you have black Daytona and no display backs (unless it’s a speedy sandwich), then would go 15500 for diversity sake.
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for your first AP, get the classic. 15500. also love the display back.
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Go with the 15500 since it has a better power reserve, inhouse movement and display caseback. Since your wrist is 7.5 the dial wont look too broad on your wrist.
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Thank you all!
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