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eton97 · 14 July 2019, 02:42 AM

How important are box and papers if I’m looking at an AP15300?

Sorry for the newbie question.

I own Patek (which I’d only buy with b&p) and vintage Rolex (which I’m Happy to own without b&p). I know how I’d feel about about buying a new AP piece, but I’m not sure where the AP15300 sits in the new vs vintage/discontinued B&P debate.
Any views would be appreciated

yoast · 14 July 2019, 02:49 AM

I would only get ap with b&P

AK797 · 14 July 2019, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by yoast

I would only get ap with b&P

Yes, any Haute watch I'd only get with a full set.

GB-man · 14 July 2019, 05:58 AM

I generally prefer complete sets as they are easier to move on if need be. But if the price is right and the condition is excellent AND you trust the seller then sure.

Lgear080 · 14 July 2019, 06:28 AM

Critical, especially without a current service center letter / receipt w matching watch data.

eton97 · 14 July 2019, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Lgear080

Critical, especially without a current service center letter / receipt w matching watch data.

Thank you everybody. I appreciate the feedback. I have found out the ap is fully serviced this year so there is paperwork corresponding to ap and the serial numbers. Still Not original papers, but some provenance

Lgear080 · 14 July 2019, 08:26 AM

That would lead me to considering the piece. I’d want a discount for the missing items. The box can be had for $500-1500 depending on availability. The papers are “priceless” - and would warrant another $500-1000 off market for a similar piece. The big ticket is watch condition. How’s the bezel?

s14roller · 14 July 2019, 12:03 PM

I’d be looking for a full set unless it’s a significant discount and one that would make you whole if you were to sell.

tcpx · 15 July 2019, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Lgear080

That would lead me to considering the piece. I’d want a discount for the missing items. The box can be had for $500-1500 depending on availability. The papers are “priceless” - and would warrant another $500-1000 off market for a similar piece. The big ticket is watch condition. How’s the bezel?

Personally, this is how I would gauge it as well

GB-man · 15 July 2019, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by tcpx

Personally, this is how I would gauge it as well

Id be more concerned with the case and bracelet as the bezel is fairly painless to replace in comparison.

Ranfni · 15 July 2019, 11:51 AM

I believe you can send the watch in to AP and they will authenticate and send papers...be careful

TooWoundUp · 15 July 2019, 12:32 PM

You should be able to get an extract from the archives? Does AP do that?

ChipWong · 15 July 2019, 12:38 PM

Supposedly AP service will you swap out your current dial for a blue dial on the 15300s

14 July 2019, 02:42 AM	#1
eton97 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: London, UK Watch: DRSD, 1675, 5167a Posts: 243	Box and Papers - How important for an AP15300? How important are box and papers if I’m looking at an AP15300? Sorry for the newbie question. I own Patek (which I’d only buy with b&p) and vintage Rolex (which I’m Happy to own without b&p). I know how I’d feel about about buying a new AP piece, but I’m not sure where the AP15300 sits in the new vs vintage/discontinued B&P debate. Any views would be appreciated

14 July 2019, 02:49 AM	#2
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,257	I would only get ap with b&P __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

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GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,856	I generally prefer complete sets as they are easier to move on if need be. But if the price is right and the condition is excellent AND you trust the seller then sure. __________________

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14 July 2019, 06:28 AM	#5
Lgear080 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 3,506	Critical, especially without a current service center letter / receipt w matching watch data.

14 July 2019, 08:26 AM	#7
Lgear080 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 3,506	That would lead me to considering the piece. I’d want a discount for the missing items. The box can be had for $500-1500 depending on availability. The papers are “priceless” - and would warrant another $500-1000 off market for a similar piece. The big ticket is watch condition. How’s the bezel?

14 July 2019, 12:03 PM	#8
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,244	I’d be looking for a full set unless it’s a significant discount and one that would make you whole if you were to sell.

15 July 2019, 11:51 AM	#11
Ranfni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Panerai AP Posts: 433	I believe you can send the watch in to AP and they will authenticate and send papers...be careful

15 July 2019, 12:32 PM	#12
TooWoundUp "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Palo Alto Watch: Out Posts: 348	You should be able to get an extract from the archives? Does AP do that?

15 July 2019, 12:38 PM	#13
ChipWong "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 111	Supposedly AP service will you swap out your current dial for a blue dial on the 15300s

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