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B. Doggy · 3 December 2011, 12:38 PM

This is such an interesting and unique brand. Not sure how the general WIS public feels, but AP didn't catch my eye to begin with. It took some time. And I'm a person that generally sees what I like immediately. Now I'm smitten by several models, namely the Diver and 15300.

Damn...

dalip · 3 December 2011, 12:43 PM

Absolutely. The designs are quite something and I have rarely had a watch arrive which has quite had the effect the safari did. On the wrist it's one of the most comfortable watches I own which is saying something for its size.

I was showing my wife the ap video recently posted by Thomas and she saw the diver.... Her words were: "that is absolutely amazing... You have to get it!" I'm like : "I just got the safari" and she's all: " I know, and that will compliment it perfectly. We aren't going away for Christmas this year so what you'll save there can be the diver!"

Well... What's a man to do!!!!!!

sleddog · 3 December 2011, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by dalip

Absolutely. The designs are quite something and I have rarely had a watch arrive which has quite had the effect the safari did. On the wrist it's one of the most comfortable watches I own which is saying something for its size.

I was showing my wife the ap video recently posted by Thomas and she saw the diver.... Her words were: "that is absolutely amazing... You have to get it!" I'm like : "I just got the safari" and she's all: " I know, and that will compliment it perfectly. We aren't going away for Christmas this year so what you'll save there can be the diver!"

Well... What's a man to do!!!!!!

I have a few answers....but none that can be posted!!

Get that diver!!

dalip · 3 December 2011, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog

I have a few answers....but none that can be posted!!

Get that diver!!

Lol!!! Why is it that everyone in my life encourages me to be irresponsible ! ???

sleddog · 3 December 2011, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by dalip

Lol!!! Why is it that everyone in my life encourages me to be irresponsible ! ???

It's called irrespective support!!

HL65 · 3 December 2011, 01:19 PM

Look forward to the wrist shot Dalip!!

Andrés G · 3 December 2011, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by dalip

Well... What's a man to do!!!!!!

Resistance is futile.

dalip · 3 December 2011, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog

It's called irrespective support!!

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Look forward to the wrist shot Dalip!!

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Originally Posted by Andrés G

Resistance is futile.

Seriously

:bang head:That is a great pic also

I think DavidSW is asleep right now so I'm safe

sleddog · 3 December 2011, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by dalip

I think DavidSW is asleep right now so I'm safe

David sleeps with one eye open!!

Andrés G · 3 December 2011, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by dalip

That is a great pic also

Thanks

dalip · 3 December 2011, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog

David sleeps with one eye open!!

Probably right

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Originally Posted by Andrés G

Thanks

So - how do you find the diver Andrés?? Just to tempt me more

B. Doggy · 3 December 2011, 02:54 PM

This thread is doing me no good!!

Andrés G · 3 December 2011, 02:58 PM

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So - how do you find the diver Andrés?? Just to tempt me more

It´s a great watch with the most comfortable rubber strap I´ve worn. I find the tang buckle to be much more comfortable than the AP deployant you have on your Safari. The strap doesn´t tapers, making the watch sit better on the wrist.

IMO it has the perfect mix of sporty, rugged and classic looks with the beautiful dial reminiscent of the original Jumbo.

I´m also a fan of the superb in house movement that powers it. As you can tell by now, I really like it.

The only flaw to me, is that the internal bezel is hard to turn while on the wrist but I can live with that.

I foolishly traded mine a couple of months ago and I´m in the works of buying my second Diver.

My advice: Go for it!

dalip · 3 December 2011, 03:04 PM

You and me both Bryan

:bang head:

Thank you Andrés for your response - I can see a hit coming for my bank account

Andrés G · 3 December 2011, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by B. Doggy

This thread is doing me no good!!

Maybe this pic will help you. You know that you need a Diver and a 15300

TSW · 3 December 2011, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by B. Doggy

This is such an interesting and unique brand. Not sure how the general WIS public feels, but AP didn't catch my eye to begin with. It took some time. And I'm a person that generally sees what I like immediately. Now I'm smitten by several models, namely the Diver and 15300.

Damn...

It was the same thing for me, I actually thought they looked to big But after I tried one on it was instant love

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Originally Posted by dalip

Absolutely. The designs are quite something and I have rarely had a watch arrive which has quite had the effect the safari did. On the wrist it's one of the most comfortable watches I own which is saying something for its size.

I was showing my wife the ap video recently posted by Thomas and she saw the diver.... Her words were: "that is absolutely amazing... You have to get it!" I'm like : "I just got the safari" and she's all: " I know, and that will compliment it perfectly. We aren't going away for Christmas this year so what you'll save there can be the diver!"

Well... What's a man to do!!!!!!

I wish my wife would be that understanding and enable me like Alison

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Look forward to the wrist shot Dalip!!

X2

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Originally Posted by sleddog

David sleeps with one eye open!!

He never sleeps I already mailed him a link to this thread

dalip · 3 December 2011, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by TSW

It was the same thing for me, I actually thought they looked to big But after I tried one on it was instant love

I wish my wife would be that understanding and enable me like Alison

X2

He never sleeps I already mailed him a link to this thread

Andad · 3 December 2011, 04:31 PM

Pssst Rob,

Does Dalip buy all these watches or just take pix of them in the shop?

Dickson Lim · 3 December 2011, 04:53 PM

There is something special about AP, you will love it more than you expected it to be. That is the reason why one is never enough!

F430Spider · 3 December 2011, 05:17 PM

Ap's Rock! I have two and looking for a diver next!

B. Doggy · 4 December 2011, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Andrés G

Maybe this pic will help you. You know that you need a Diver and a 15300

Manofsteelpt · 4 December 2011, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Dickson Lim

There is something special about AP, you will love it more than you expected it to be. That is the reason why one is never enough!

I agree 100%

Tony-GB · 4 December 2011, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

Absolutely. The designs are quite something and I have rarely had a watch arrive which has quite had the effect the safari did. On the wrist it's one of the most comfortable watches I own which is saying something for its size.

I was showing my wife the ap video recently posted by Thomas and she saw the diver.... Her words were: "that is absolutely amazing... You have to get it!" I'm like : "I just got the safari" and she's all: " I know, and that will compliment it perfectly. We aren't going away for Christmas this year so what you'll save there can be the diver!"

Well... What's a man to do!!!!!!

A few years ago I was hoping to buy a RO platinum boutique (pre owned). Limited edition of about 50 pieces, so you can imagine it wasn't cheap. My wife has no interest in watches at all and thats the only time my wife has said "Get it."

Couple of years ago we were in the Paris boutique and they had the same model watch. I tried it on and she was encouraging me to buy it- she took the salesman's side. She even said "Put in the card and we'll sort out how to pay it later"!!

I couldn't believe it! That's the AP effect!!

Dickson Lim · 4 December 2011, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

A few years ago I was hoping to buy a RO platinum boutique (pre owned). Limited edition of about 50 pieces, so you can imagine it wasn't cheap. My wife has no interest in watches at all and thats the only time my wife has said "Get it."

Couple of years ago we were in the Paris boutique and they had the same model watch. I tried it on and she was encouraging me to buy it- she took the salesman's side. She even said "Put in the card and we'll sort out how to pay it later"!!

I couldn't believe it! That's the AP effect!!

Yeah, now that's a WIFE!

Tony-GB · 4 December 2011, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Dickson Lim

Yeah, now that's a WIFE!

Tony-GB · 4 December 2011, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Andrés G

Maybe this pic will help you. You know that you need a Diver and a 15300

Thats a great pic.

I really wish they'd give the Diver a smaller "waffle" dial and put crown guards on the 15300.

Hope they have dial colour options on the Diver soon.

WatchTimes · 4 December 2011, 03:48 AM

I think its the best of the ROO series for sure....
To me their chrono is kinda a let down as it is not an integrated movement
AND it is a bit big for my wrist anyway.

I was really thinking about getting the ROO Diver but you can't use the bezel when in the water and usually most people set it when jumping in and I just think thats silly for a real diver, even my IWC Aquatimer with the internal bezel you can set the bezel in water. I really think I am going to wait and try to get a Nautilus Chrono!!! Droooolllll

Tony-GB · 4 December 2011, 04:09 AM

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Originally Posted by WatchTimes

I think its the best of the ROO series for sure....
To me their chrono is kinda a let down as it is not an integrated movement
AND it is a bit big for my wrist anyway.

I was really thinking about getting the ROO Diver but you can't use the bezel when in the water and usually most people set it when jumping in and I just think thats silly for a real diver, even my IWC Aquatimer with the internal bezel you can set the bezel in water. I really think I am going to wait and try to get a Nautilus Chrono!!! Droooolllll

Better make sure you get a Patek without a chrono module!

http://www.ablogtoread.com/inside-du...vement-module/

esm · 4 December 2011, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

Better make sure you get a Patek without a chrono module!

http://www.ablogtoread.com/inside-du...vement-module/

Interesting article. Thanks.

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Brands I know they work with include Breitling, Omega, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Rolex, Patek-Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, and a lot others.

Would it be safe to assume that some of the above quoted brands were the ones they "used to work with"......?

B. Doggy · 4 December 2011, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

Better make sure you get a Patek without a chrono module!

http://www.ablogtoread.com/inside-du...vement-module/

Really enjoyed this read. Before I bought my AP I found out that the movement wasn't all in-house and it was almost a deal killer for me. I soon got over that and this article just commended my decision. I liked how they described the Swiss watch makers as working together toward a common good....incestuous even.

3 December 2011, 12:38 PM	#1
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	The AP Effect This is such an interesting and unique brand. Not sure how the general WIS public feels, but AP didn't catch my eye to begin with. It took some time. And I'm a person that generally sees what I like immediately. Now I'm smitten by several models, namely the Diver and 15300. Damn... __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

3 December 2011, 12:43 PM	#2
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Absolutely. The designs are quite something and I have rarely had a watch arrive which has quite had the effect the safari did. On the wrist it's one of the most comfortable watches I own which is saying something for its size. I was showing my wife the ap video recently posted by Thomas and she saw the diver.... Her words were: "that is absolutely amazing... You have to get it!" I'm like : "I just got the safari" and she's all: " I know, and that will compliment it perfectly. We aren't going away for Christmas this year so what you'll save there can be the diver!" Well... What's a man to do!!!!!! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

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HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,450	Look forward to the wrist shot Dalip!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

3 December 2011, 02:54 PM	#12
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	This thread is doing me no good!! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

3 December 2011, 03:04 PM	#14
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	You and me both Bryan:bang head: Thank you Andrés for your response - I can see a hit coming for my bank account __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

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Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,881	Pssst Rob, Does Dalip buy all these watches or just take pix of them in the shop? __________________ E

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4 December 2011, 03:48 AM	#27
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,471	I think its the best of the ROO series for sure.... To me their chrono is kinda a let down as it is not an integrated movement AND it is a bit big for my wrist anyway. I was really thinking about getting the ROO Diver but you can't use the bezel when in the water and usually most people set it when jumping in and I just think thats silly for a real diver, even my IWC Aquatimer with the internal bezel you can set the bezel in water. I really think I am going to wait and try to get a Nautilus Chrono!!! Droooolllll __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

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