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jbsmith · 8 June 2019, 04:43 AM

Looking at the possibility of getting my first AP, but I'm new to the brand's offerings. I like the royal oaks including offshore. I also like ceramic bezel, rubber strap with deployant or bracelet, 42 to 44mm, and maybe even exhibition back. Leaning toward panda or similar dial. Looking to go preowned maybe to keep under $20k? Suggestions, expertise, opinions are welcomed. Thanks.

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RoyalOac · 8 June 2019, 04:48 AM

The classic Royal Oak with a blue dial would be a great one and only.

rolexfanforlife · 8 June 2019, 04:53 AM

15500! It’s $19,200 retail so just under 20 and the perfect first IMO

kneedeep · 8 June 2019, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by RoyalOac

The classic Royal Oak with a blue dial would be a great one and only.

I can second that. Go Jackets!

AK797 · 8 June 2019, 05:07 AM

Go for a 44mm Panda SS.

Soly20 · 8 June 2019, 08:40 AM

You are not going to be able to get the 15500ST, since it's near impossible to get. You can always try. On the other hand get a 42mm ROO. This: https://www.audemarspiguet.com/en/wa....OO.A002CA.01/

GB-man · 8 June 2019, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Go for a 44mm Panda SS.

Best answer for budget and needs.

jbsmith · 8 June 2019, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by kneedeep

I can second that. Go Jackets!

Yes....Go Jackets!

Btw, what's the good word?

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jbsmith · 8 June 2019, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Go for a 44mm Panda SS.

Im leaning that way. The 15500 just doesn't sing to me. I prefer the contrast and scratch resistant ceramic bezel. Also like chrono with contrasting sub dials. Seeing some reverse pandas for around 15k, although I wished it had an exhibition case back. Thanks.

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jbsmith · 8 June 2019, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Soly20

You are not going to be able to get the 15500ST, since it's near impossible to get. You can always try. On the other hand get a 42mm ROO. This: https://www.audemarspiguet.com/en/wa....OO.A002CA.01/

Thanks. I like the roo better than 15500. Really like the ceramic bezel for contrast and scratch resistance.

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jbsmith · 8 June 2019, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Best answer for budget and needs.

Im thinking the same. Thanks.

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GB-man · 8 June 2019, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by jbsmith

Im thinking the same. Thanks.

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Great watch and a lot for the $ in my opinion.

jbsmith · 8 June 2019, 12:07 PM

I'm liking this one...

https://www.chrono24.com/audemarspig...-id9354046.htm

How does a 42mm ROO wear size-wise compared to a YMII or D-blue? I may not get a chance to try one on any time soon. Thanks.

Jimbogigolo · 8 June 2019, 12:51 PM

15500 if you can

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AK797 · 8 June 2019, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by jbsmith

I'm liking this one...

https://www.chrono24.com/audemarspig...-id9354046.htm

How does a 42mm ROO wear size-wise compared to a YMII or D-blue? I may not get a chance to try one on any time soon. Thanks.

I'd go for the 44, 42s are a bit quaint and dated now. Sizewise 42 actually wears smaller on your wrist than those two, but it is thick and a bit top heavy, the 44s are less so as they are nicely spread out more over your wrist.

RHIII · 8 June 2019, 11:03 PM

15202 all day

mrenvy · 9 June 2019, 12:30 AM

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gops · 9 June 2019, 12:45 AM

If its going to be your one and only, I'd suggest 26331st.... you'll get best of both worlds between RO and ROO.

uscmatt99 · 9 June 2019, 12:50 AM

Given your current collection I'd go with a Royal Oak. It does seem pretty blue heavy, so maybe a grey, silver, or black dial to shake things up.

GB-man · 9 June 2019, 12:58 AM

For a very small budget uptick you could source a royal oak chronograph in white on black new. Probably direct from the boutique which might make the experience even more enjoyable.

ezinhk · 9 June 2019, 01:11 AM

15500 or 15400 if you can find one. It’s a classic and leather or rubber strap options are available.

jbsmith · 10 June 2019, 02:21 AM

Thanks for all the suggestions as I learn more about AP.
I definitely like the ceramic bezel for contrast and scratch resistance.
I also like the size of a 44mm.
My previous link was of an older ROO that had the rubberized bezel and was only 42mm, so I'll pass on that older version.
That leaves me with one similar to this one...
https://davidsw.com/watches/audemars...e-chronograph/
Due to depreciation (I think list was around 30k USD), price point for a SS on rubber, and ROO history, I think I'll pass on AP for the time being, unless I'm missing something?
Thanks again.

Burlington · 10 June 2019, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by jbsmith

Thanks for all the suggestions as I learn more about AP.

I definitely like the ceramic bezel for contrast and scratch resistance.

I also like the size of a 44mm.

My previous link was of an older ROO that had the rubberized bezel and was only 42mm, so I'll pass on that older version.

That leaves me with one similar to this one...

https://davidsw.com/watches/audemars...e-chronograph/

Due to depreciation (I think list was around 30k USD), price point for a SS on rubber, and ROO history, I think I'll pass on AP for the time being, unless I'm missing something?

Thanks again.

Have you also considered the new 42mm ROOs with ceramic bezel.

Tried on the black/red version and it’s rather nice, but would want to switch the strap out for the regular all black diver option.

However if you can carry off the 44s that is probably the best bet finding a reference you like.

My diver is my only watch - don’t listen to anyone who tells you AP isn’t built for wearing !

bluebeamer · 10 June 2019, 11:02 AM

i'm about to get a 26331st blue dial as my one and only AP.

had the black themes ROO for the past 6 years, but my tastes have changed over time.

i'd get the 15300 if it was still available.

i heard the 15202 movement is a bit unreliable so won't be getting that...

kneedeep · 10 June 2019, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jbsmith

Yes....Go Jackets!

Btw, what's the good word?

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To hell with G_! Never changes!

Golden Ellipse · 14 June 2019, 12:59 AM

For me — GT MSME 2002 — it’s a blue dialled 15450

Wramblin Wrecks are generally a skinny-wrist lot.

For your one and only AP, go classic and stand the test of time

pepsiretail · 14 June 2019, 01:26 AM

For your criteria, I have always liked the Safari but there are so many great versions.

masterserg · 14 June 2019, 02:04 AM

44 stainless if your wrist allows for it. Otherwise, I love the 42 ROO Navy (second version, with the blue dial and now discontinued). If you like forged carbon, bumblee bee is awesome if you can find one, though not sure about price. Ceramic diver is also amazing but about 5k over your limit. Regular steel diver also a classic. Too many good choices.

Any RO of course would be amazing, though maybe not as one and only go everywhere.

Jetski · 14 June 2019, 05:10 AM

Is there supply for these? I'd love a blue or grey dial!

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Originally Posted by rolexfanforlife

15500! It’s $19,200 retail so just under 20 and the perfect first IMO

ufboy73 · 14 June 2019, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Jetski

Is there supply for these? I'd love a blue or grey dial!

Not unless grey

8 June 2019, 04:43 AM	#1
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,805	Suggestions on one and only AP? Looking at the possibility of getting my first AP, but I'm new to the brand's offerings. I like the royal oaks including offshore. I also like ceramic bezel, rubber strap with deployant or bracelet, 42 to 44mm, and maybe even exhibition back. Leaning toward panda or similar dial. Looking to go preowned maybe to keep under $20k? Suggestions, expertise, opinions are welcomed. Thanks. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

8 June 2019, 04:48 AM	#2
RoyalOac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Posts: 458	The classic Royal Oak with a blue dial would be a great one and only. __________________ Rolex Daytona 116500LN Rolex GMT Master II 126710 BLRO Rolex Submariner 116610 LV Rolex Submariner 126613 LB Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15300ST

8 June 2019, 04:53 AM	#3
rolexfanforlife "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: USA Watch: Sub Posts: 963	15500! It’s $19,200 retail so just under 20 and the perfect first IMO __________________ GS: SBGP017; Omega: PO diamond; RM: 67-02 (Green); Rolex: 16710, 16520, 116509 (TMOP), 116520, 5513, 1680, 16013 (Tiffany stamped), 116610LV, 124300 x 2 (Celebration; Green), 126719BLRO (Meteorite), 226570 (polar) Oyster Quartz; Tag: Monaco; VC: Patrimony!

9 June 2019, 12:58 AM	#20
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,866	For a very small budget uptick you could source a royal oak chronograph in white on black new. Probably direct from the boutique which might make the experience even more enjoyable. __________________

14 June 2019, 02:04 AM	#28
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,425	44 stainless if your wrist allows for it. Otherwise, I love the 42 ROO Navy (second version, with the blue dial and now discontinued). If you like forged carbon, bumblee bee is awesome if you can find one, though not sure about price. Ceramic diver is also amazing but about 5k over your limit. Regular steel diver also a classic. Too many good choices. Any RO of course would be amazing, though maybe not as one and only go everywhere. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

8 June 2019, 05:07 AM	#5
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,242	Go for a 44mm Panda SS.

8 June 2019, 08:40 AM	#6
Soly20 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Soly Location: UK/US Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 3,089	You are not going to be able to get the 15500ST, since it's near impossible to get. You can always try. On the other hand get a 42mm ROO. This: https://www.audemarspiguet.com/en/wa....OO.A002CA.01/

8 June 2019, 12:07 PM	#13
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,805	I'm liking this one... https://www.chrono24.com/audemarspig...-id9354046.htm How does a 42mm ROO wear size-wise compared to a YMII or D-blue? I may not get a chance to try one on any time soon. Thanks.

8 June 2019, 12:51 PM	#14
Jimbogigolo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: NJ Watch: Rolex Daytona W&B Posts: 1,527	15500 if you can Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

8 June 2019, 11:03 PM	#16
RHIII Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Roger Location: ... Watch: AP/Rolex/PP Posts: 6,309	15202 all day

9 June 2019, 12:30 AM	#17
mrenvy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 294	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2019, 12:45 AM	#18
gops "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: SoCal Posts: 171	If its going to be your one and only, I'd suggest 26331st.... you'll get best of both worlds between RO and ROO.

9 June 2019, 12:50 AM	#19
uscmatt99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,031	Given your current collection I'd go with a Royal Oak. It does seem pretty blue heavy, so maybe a grey, silver, or black dial to shake things up.

9 June 2019, 01:11 AM	#21
ezinhk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: hk Posts: 691	15500 or 15400 if you can find one. It’s a classic and leather or rubber strap options are available.

10 June 2019, 02:21 AM	#22
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,805	Thanks for all the suggestions as I learn more about AP. I definitely like the ceramic bezel for contrast and scratch resistance. I also like the size of a 44mm. My previous link was of an older ROO that had the rubberized bezel and was only 42mm, so I'll pass on that older version. That leaves me with one similar to this one... https://davidsw.com/watches/audemars...e-chronograph/ Due to depreciation (I think list was around 30k USD), price point for a SS on rubber, and ROO history, I think I'll pass on AP for the time being, unless I'm missing something? Thanks again.

10 June 2019, 11:02 AM	#24
bluebeamer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Asia Posts: 409	i'm about to get a 26331st blue dial as my one and only AP. had the black themes ROO for the past 6 years, but my tastes have changed over time. i'd get the 15300 if it was still available. i heard the 15202 movement is a bit unreliable so won't be getting that...

14 June 2019, 12:59 AM	#26
Golden Ellipse 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Family first Posts: 652	For me — GT MSME 2002 — it’s a blue dialled 15450 Wramblin Wrecks are generally a skinny-wrist lot. For your one and only AP, go classic and stand the test of time

14 June 2019, 01:26 AM	#27
pepsiretail Banned Join Date: May 2019 Location: Canada Posts: 2,052	For your criteria, I have always liked the Safari but there are so many great versions.

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