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20 October 2017, 10:35 PM | #31 |
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For what purpose? SD43 is far more rugged and a great all around watch. AP is far dressier and wouldn't survive well outside that niche imho. AP is more collectible.
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20 October 2017, 10:41 PM | #32 | |
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I'll just get the SD43 later when the $ calm down.
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20 October 2017, 10:51 PM | #33 |
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They are two vastly different watches and their intended use. The Rolex is a more rugged watch and cost less to own in the long term.
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20 October 2017, 11:52 PM | #34 |
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Totally different watches, but for my taste the SD43 suits better as an everyday - no compromises watch.
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21 October 2017, 12:40 AM | #35 |
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AP in RG is different gravy, add the SD43 in time.
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21 October 2017, 01:01 AM | #36 |
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The SD43 is growing on me. I would take it over that particular AP, but not over a 15400 on a bracelet.
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21 October 2017, 01:21 AM | #37 |
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SD43 is the winner in my book. That AP doesn't look good imo.
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21 October 2017, 01:39 AM | #38 |
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AP's styling does absolutely nothing for me. And I look at my wrist a lot. But, I would add, that I've never had one in my hand or on wrist so you can never be 100% until you've seen it in the flesh. |
21 October 2017, 01:47 AM | #39 |
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My vote goes to the AP
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21 October 2017, 02:30 AM | #40 |
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I did a black face AP 15400 and after about 6 months moved it for my Daytona. I really liked it but just felt a bit to precious for my lifestyle.
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22 October 2017, 12:15 PM | #41 | |
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Yes, mechanically I get it, they are a workhorse and no doubt will last a lifetime without missing a beat. But like others have said, I too have to like what I'm looking at. Glad so many people are fans, more power to you, I'm just not one of them. That OP picture...wow...I can't take my eyes off the 126600. |
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22 October 2017, 12:19 PM | #42 |
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22 October 2017, 12:20 PM | #43 |
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Two different animals. I don't pretend to know much about AP, but I do know a bit about the SD43... If you're looking for something to wear anywhere, do anything I vote SD43
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22 October 2017, 12:22 PM | #44 |
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Sweet AP!! Little gold on the wrist isn't a bad idea!
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22 October 2017, 12:23 PM | #45 | |
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22 October 2017, 01:24 PM | #46 |
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Oh it's hard to choose. Because you have many Rolex watches, AP seems to be a good choice. But, SD43 looks so good on your wrist. Sorry can't help >_<
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22 October 2017, 04:05 PM | #47 |
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22 October 2017, 05:10 PM | #48 |
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AP for sure. Agreed with rolex can be found in the not so distant future discounted
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23 October 2017, 12:09 AM | #49 |
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23 October 2017, 12:13 AM | #50 |
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I would go with the ap
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23 October 2017, 12:24 AM | #51 |
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If you want an AP, why not go for something more special than a basic RO rose gold on alligator? Since you're interested in the SD43 you'd also be interested in a RO Carbon diver, which IMO is a much more special watch.
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