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18 August 2019, 01:01 AM | #61 | |
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18 August 2019, 04:42 AM | #62 |
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Left. But VC .is very nice pice.
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18 August 2019, 09:42 AM | #63 |
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No contest: AP ROC all day
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18 August 2019, 03:30 PM | #64 |
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Chrono vs Chrono - VC for me
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18 August 2019, 08:23 PM | #65 |
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VC wins hands down in this case
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19 August 2019, 06:20 PM | #66 |
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AP for me..
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2 February 2020, 01:08 AM | #68 |
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So interesting how people really get miffed when someone doesn’t like their watch.
But at the same time no one cares what anyone else thinks. Personally, I’m wearing a VC overseas dual time right now. This watch got panned when it came out. I love it. And oddly enough, the latest reviews are fantastic. Interesting footnote that I fully admit I care what other think (I might be the only one) and the switch from good reviews to bad don’t effect my feelings over the piece. And no one has really mentioned that the VC has the quick swap bracelet and the WR is far superior. Two enormous factors for me. I also can’t tell the difference between the finishing from one brand to the next. That all said, I’d love to have either chrono. They are both stunning watches. Both legendary and both at the top of the watch game. But people have to say things like “all day every day” or “by a mile” as it makes them feel better about their preference. Jeeze. Weird. I’m heading into the city shortly. Hoping to return with a new AP.
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Some like vanilla ice cream some like chocolate. That conversation as well as this one will always go around in circles.
Granted the AP is an iconic design, but if you divulge a little deeper you realize that the Vacheron internals surpass AP. The movement is more durable and more refined in finishing. The Vacheron has a higher waterproof rating for those days in the water. The option of 3 quick change straps gives you three different watches in one. Though I have chosen and have the 3rd generation blue dial VC chrono, I would still grab the AP for the collection. |
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2 February 2020, 10:12 AM | #72 |
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As an all around watch, I pick VC.
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2 February 2020, 05:27 PM | #73 | |
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The new 38mm ROC is incredible. Stuck on a waitlist, and it hurts... I went to the boutique in Ginza and they wouldn’t even take a deposit. I think I looked pretty dejected... They gave me a snow globe. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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3 February 2020, 11:46 AM | #74 |
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That VC Overseas is a beauty. I am partial to AP but never saw a VC in person. I have no v
VC dealers in my area and would sure like to put one on my wrist to check it out. The price point is more reasonable than AP but not sure how well they retain their value.
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3 February 2020, 05:40 PM | #75 |
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When the watch was released VC was cold as a brand. Even if a reviewer liked the watch, they would often mention the Overseas is overpriced. Now that VC is doing quite well and the Overseas line is doing excellent, all reviews are generally very positive and there is no mention of the Overseas being overpriced. It is funny how these things go
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3 February 2020, 06:27 PM | #76 |
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Personally I prefer the ROC to the VCOC (and bought accordingly) I find the VC a little big and I'm not 100% sold on the blue in chrono form. I prefer the AP bracelet too
Having said that I'm leaning towards a blue three hand VCO for my next watch. The overseas range is stunning, quick change strap system is awesome and that blue dial.... |
4 February 2020, 12:45 AM | #77 |
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I have the 41 mm RO chrono in blue and the VC Overseas also with blue dial. I appear to be in the minority here but find finishing to be equal, and think the VC bracelet is actually SUPERIOR to the AP. When I look at the AP, I get the feeling the shiny links end up skewing opinion in much the same way my wife's eyes light up when she sees a watch bezel adorned with diamonds. Both are great, but I don't think one is far superior than the other .
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Can you post these two side by side?
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I own a ROC and in the past had a VC49140. I love the look of the AP bracelet better, but I found the VC bracelet to be quite a bit more comfortable due to its flexibility. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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4 February 2020, 07:29 AM | #81 |
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Pics as promised. Again, both are phenomenal pieces, and I am happy to own both. Going back to the VC bracelet, I recall hearing or reading somewhere that the finishing approach to get the polish on the maltese cross of the bracelet is actually difficult to do. There is more sheen on the AP for sure, but I don't think that equates to being a superior product.
Love how the VC dial plays with light as well. Sent from my SM-G965U1 using Tapatalk |
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I think the VC is bracelet shrinks a bit more than the AP when on the wrist (doesnt wear as big). Pics attached.
The rubber and leather bands fit even better, as to be expected. Side by side shot to show how the bracelet flares a bit more narrowly for the VC. Sent from my SM-G965U1 using Tapatalk |
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Thanks for the pictures. Now I really need to figure out what direction I'm going.
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5 February 2020, 12:48 AM | #86 |
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AP is my favourite watch brand. And in this scenario I picked the VC.
The VC finishing is on par with AP. Anyone who says AP is better or in a different league must be biased. VC isn't Rolex and it shows. The quick strap change system is amazing and gives the watch more versatility and vastly different looks. Also the metal bracelet has a simple micro adjustment system that you can open/close as your wrist expands and contracts in hot or cold weather. The blue VC dial pops and appears quite different in different lighting. Ultimately it should come down to personal preference. I picked the VC Chrono blue dial for the larger size, the quick change straps and of course that amazing blue.
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I have a few APs in gold 15400 and a ss white dial Roc, I brought the overseas ultra thin for Christmas and I have to say I think they are on par with its finishes, the ap is more shinier but not higher in quality. The vc is smooth as silk and I really been enjoying, as of now a little bit more then my APs. Also the vc braclet has easy pull micro adjustment which APs don't.
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I typically wear my VC on rubber.
It’s on the bracelet right now. Had fun with it all weekend. The micro adjustment on the bracelet is incredible.
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Stick to the classics.
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