26480TI Thoughts and Experiences??

[7sins]

Thinking of adding the 42MM Ti ROO below to the collection. Been looking for a nice summer watch and think it looks great on the white rubber it also comes with. Prices don't seem to move much at all which is interesting given it wears smaller than most ROO, nice caseback and ti construction. Relatively speaking, in the low 30s it looks like a bargain amongst the rest of the lineup. I've owned AP Divers in the past and also the ROO Safari so it would be nice to have a non-bracelet AP again, especially on rubber.

Would love to hear owners thoughts on how it wears, especially with the titanium case? It looks slimmer than the rest of the ROO lineup and supposedly weights the same as a 15202. Or is this a case where the watch looks better in photos than real life? Wrist size is 6.75".

Any input, both positive and negatives, is greatly appreciated!

[honuswagner13]

I love the dial and case of the watch. My only negative is the fact it’s not on a bracelet. I just prefer a bracelet over a rubber strap.

Just my opinion. Best of luck in your quest!

[thomaspp]

Not very legible, closed case back with old movement. 43s seem to be the better proposition frankly.

[THWatch]

Legible is the only issue.

[AK797]

It's a nice piece but might be worth trying on the new 43s first, if the size fits then I'd go with one of them, the smokey taupe dial looks very sharp.

[macrowatch]

I struggle with the height and the bulk (unless that's part of the appeal). Plus also RO style bezels dinged up drive me nuts, so personally I'm waiting on the 43mm.

I also think, though I maybe be in the minority on this, but the proportions of the ROO 42's just seems off -- too tall relative to the size of the bezel?

Also, if just wanting a splash of white like in your second photo, why not throw your ROC on a white rubber strap?

[GW44]

Originally Posted by AK797

It's a nice piece but might be worth trying on the new 43s first, if the size fits then I'd go with one of them, the smokey taupe dial looks very sharp.

Totally agree with this

[AshAP]

I tried this on recently at AP House and I think it’s stunning, I really like it on the white strap.


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[AK797]

Originally Posted by macrowatch

I struggle with the height and the bulk (unless that's part of the appeal). Plus also RO style bezels dinged up drive me nuts, so personally I'm waiting on the 43mm.

I also think, though I maybe be in the minority on this, but the proportions of the ROO 42's just seems off -- too tall relative to the size of the bezel?

Also, if just wanting a splash of white like in your second photo, why not throw your ROC on a white rubber strap?

I agree, altho the 44 is naturally bigger it spreads out nicely over my flat wrist and so is better balanced than the slightly toppy 42 on me.

[7sins]

Correct me if I am wrong guys but my understanding is this 42mm ti is 2mm SMALLER than the traditional 42mm ROO as it was re-designed with the new chrono pushers. So the height issue you guys are raising shouldn't be an impairment here? According to AP website, this 42mm ti is also almost 2mm thinner than the new 43mm ROO

RE the ROC on rubber, not a bad idea, I am not sure sporty enough to pull off a white rubber strap though.

This is a better side profile view, you can see the profile and case height is much thinner than the older 42mm ROO

[KCT]

I have been wearing this for about a year. I agree there is a slight legibility issue as mentioned but it is not really a big concern.

I like this for:-

1) the 44mm styled pushers over the thin round pushers you get on the other 42mm ROO

2) Weight - very light weight and comfortable on the wrist. I find it perfectly balanced compared to other steel ROO (be it 42 or 44mm)

3) Thinness - i may be wrong but i thought it is the slimmest of the ROO. Hence I don't understand the height and bulk issue mentioned by another poster. I very much prefer the thinness as it makes it less bulky!

OP, go try it for yourself and see if you like it. I tried a few times over a couple of days and decided to go for it. I am also considering if I should order a titanium bracelet to get with it. Will wait till I get my 15500 before deciding.

[Token74]

I love this watch. Yes, legibility is an issue, but after a while I got used to it.

Wears so much better on me than my 42mm Diver due to the case height (I have small wrists).

It’s my ‘fun’ watch and during the summer it gets way more wrist time than any other watch in my collection.

Currently dressed up in the red white and blue of England for the Euro’s, and being matched with my PSG Jordans!












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[macrowatch]

Originally Posted by 7sins

Correct me if I am wrong guys but my understanding is this 42mm ti is 2mm SMALLER than the traditional 42mm ROO as it was re-designed with the new chrono pushers. So the height issue you guys are raising shouldn't be an impairment here? According to AP website, this 42mm ti is also almost 2mm thinner than the new 43mm ROO

RE the ROC on rubber, not a bad idea, I am not sure sporty enough to pull off a white rubber strap though.

This is a better side profile view, you can see the profile and case height is much thinner than the older 42mm ROO

You're totally right that it is thinner than the other 42mm (or 44 or new 43), my point was more generally about the ROO line -- Even at the shorter height compared to other ROO, it still towers over a 15500 or the 15202 you're so used to.

My guess, and totally personal opinion from a feeling of your posts in other threads is that you should get this watch because A) you're perfectly happy being contrarian until the rest of the world catches up with your ultimately correct point of view and B) you need some contrast and less stressful wearing compared to your other heavy hitters. I.e. I think you'll be very happy with your final decision.

[7sins]

Thank you everyone for your time and responses. The more time I spend researching the more interesting of a proposition this watch is. This is the only 42mm watch they made with 44mm type pushers with a thinner case, back in 2019. From what I have read, while not a boutique edition, not too many were floated to ADs which could make for price appreciation down the line - albeit never significant demand for titanium. As we always say, buy what you like and I think I will look to pull the trigger this week.

Originally Posted by KCT

I have been wearing this for about a year. I agree there is a slight legibility issue as mentioned but it is not really a big concern.

I like this for:-

1) the 44mm styled pushers over the thin round pushers you get on the other 42mm ROO

2) Weight - very light weight and comfortable on the wrist. I find it perfectly balanced compared to other steel ROO (be it 42 or 44mm)

3) Thinness - i may be wrong but i thought it is the slimmest of the ROO. Hence I don't understand the height and bulk issue mentioned by another poster. I very much prefer the thinness as it makes it less bulky!

OP, go try it for yourself and see if you like it. I tried a few times over a couple of days and decided to go for it. I am also considering if I should order a titanium bracelet to get with it. Will wait till I get my 15500 before deciding.

Thank you! Ti bracelet would be interesting, I posted a photo below, I think it looks great and could be a nice alternative to the rubber strap. I wonder, in comparison, how much thicker the bracelet is to the RO bracelets.

Originally Posted by Token74

I love this watch. Yes, legibility is an issue, but after a while I got used to it.

Wears so much better on me than my 42mm Diver due to the case height (I have small wrists).

It’s my ‘fun’ watch and during the summer it gets way more wrist time than any other watch in my collection.

Currently dressed up in the red white and blue of England for the Euro’s, and being matched with my PSG Jordans!












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Thank you for this! It was your original post that lend me down this rabbit hole, I think it looks great and we have a similar wrist size.

Originally Posted by macrowatch

A) you're perfectly happy being contrarian until the rest of the world catches up with your ultimately correct point of view and

Cheers brother, I wish you could convince my gf of this I do think you are spot on though, my hope with this one is the novelty doesn't wear off quickly like with the AP diver I had.

[Vipes]

I think this is a really cool ROO. I’ve thought about getting one but concerned with the size. That shot on the titanium bracelet looks awesome; I guess the bracelet will flare out more at lugs than rubber?

[THWatch]

Originally Posted by Vipes

I think this is a really cool ROO. I’ve thought about getting one but concerned with the size. That shot on the titanium bracelet looks awesome; I guess the bracelet will flare out more at lugs than rubber?

Anyone knows the cost of the titanium bracelet?

[KCT]

Originally Posted by 7sins

Thank you! Ti bracelet would be interesting, I posted a photo below, I think it looks great and could be a nice alternative to the rubber strap. I wonder, in comparison, how much thicker the bracelet is to the RO bracelets.

Nice! This is the first pic i saw of the 26480 on titanium bracelet.

And yes, Token74 is a true AP enabler.
I bought my 26480 after reading about his experiences.

When I enquired last year, the boutique told me the titanium bracelet is around 6 - 8k Singapore dollars.

[Token74]

Originally Posted by KCT

Nice! This is the first pic i saw of the 26480 on titanium bracelet.

And yes, Token74 is a true AP enabler.
I bought my 26480 after reading about his experiences.

When I enquired last year, the boutique told me the titanium bracelet is around 6 - 8k Singapore dollars.

Always pleased to ‘enable’!

The titanium bracelet looks magnificent. My worry is that it will then wear too big for me. But for those with the right wrists, it’s surely a no-brainer!!


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[AperolSpritz]

Originally Posted by 7sins

I wonder, in comparison, how much thicker the bracelet is to the RO bracelets.

Quite thicker indeed...

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[Highend7]

Originally Posted by Token74

Always pleased to ‘enable’!

The titanium bracelet looks magnificent. My worry is that it will then wear too big for me. But for those with the right wrists, it’s surely a no-brainer!!


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Tried it on once and it was actually worth it...
I can recommend it

[macrowatch]

Originally Posted by 7sins

my hope with this one is the novelty doesn't wear off quickly like with the AP diver I had.

I think the novelty will wear off, but doesn't it wear off eventually for all watches? That's not a reason not to indulge in a novelty.

I think of the ROO like ginger between sushi bites. Palette cleanings the eyes before returning to your other heavy hitting pieces.

[7sins]

Thank you everyone for taking the time to reply and your thoughtful comments.

Should receive the watch end of week :)

[Vodka-Martini]

I have it and I love it. I had the blue 26320 ROC before and surprisingly the 26480 wears more comfortable due to the rubber strap. It is really thin and the case design amd finishing is amazing. The new 43 ROO is thicker and wears much bigger due to the enomous pushers. This is a unique reference, kind of a crossover between ROC and Offshore.

[CoveWatch]

Originally Posted by 7sins

Thank you everyone for taking the time to reply and your thoughtful comments.

Should receive the watch end of week :)

Congratulations! I love the way it looks on the white strap!

[GreenLantern]

Oh snap. That bracelet is killer.

[7sins]

Originally Posted by CoveWatch

Congratulations! I love the way it looks on the white strap!

Thanks! Having to put some of those Sofi warrant gains to work before they all disappear haha.

[CoveWatch]

Originally Posted by 7sins

Thanks! Having to put some of those Sofi warrant gains to work before they all disappear haha.

Hahah and why not right? Never hurts to take a profit. I haven’t sold any yet, albeit I don’t have as many as you did.

[S1mplee]

Originally Posted by Vodka-Martini

I have it and I love it. I had the blue 26320 ROC before and surprisingly the 26480 wears more comfortable due to the rubber strap. It is really thin and the case design amd finishing is amazing. The new 43 ROO is thicker and wears much bigger due to the enomous pushers. This is a unique reference, kind of a crossover between ROC and Offshore.

Yes!! This model is called the “hybrid”

The TI bracelet is about 5k with taxes in the USA (2020 pricing.) I have one that I have not put on yet, and after seeing these pictures I may have to stop by the boutique, and inquire about a new watch while they swap rubber to bracelet for me!

[eal15]

Hi, I absolutely love this watch! I'm waiting on an allocation for one of the 43's but i do wish they were a bit thinner (less tall). This one is 12.1 and 112 grams which I think is fantastic! So I'm still wondering if the 42's are going to receive more of a refresh. The online presentation in March said there was more to come plus the RO or ROO women's line as well. I wonder if the 42's will be a bit thinner or will they be the same dimensions as the diver's. I jut hope I find out before the end of the year, lol.

Thanks
Everett

[GTS-R]

Anyone know if the titanium bracelet will fit the 43 mm ROO?