AP Royal Oak or SubmarinerC

[Bxtek]

It would pain me to get rid of one if I owned both. However, if selling one was not an option, I would keep the Sub. Better daily watch that can be dressed up or down. The RO is really more of a dress watch only.

[Bxtek]

Originally Posted by PaulRP

Wow, just took the poll and I'm surprised by the numbers. 49-49. Both are fantastic pieces.

I just broke the tie. 54-53. This is a real close "battle"!

[racer24]

Originally Posted by rolexdream

even on a rolex forum it has to be an ap. Its a class above rolex

+1

[Dr.Smellody]

Sub for the win

[racer24]

AP RO vs Rolex sub is like comparing a Porsche 911 with a BMW 3 series. Both are classic but in very different league. I keep 911!

[Big Green]

Different leagues, altogether. Daily wearer? Can’t beat the SubC. I’d buy a Shinola and keep the AP though. Do your best to keep both...

[broham84]

LOL... Had a RO, would never keep it as an only watch. A sports watch that's not that sporty. Yes, it is beautiful and better crafted than the sub, but it is technically inferior and way less durable and unstable in time keeping compared to the sub.

Try wearing it to a golf course and report back after 18 holes.

[Nikrnic]

Not saying which one is better but as you asked which one for an only watch I say the SubC would a better choice for an everyday piece. If l had to have a one only It would be my Gmtll

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[subprimero]

Originally Posted by Igor01

I have both the AP and the Sub and if I had to keep only one I would choose the Sub - it's just much more hassle-free and robust. Mine keeps better time than the Royal Oak I have too :)

I agree. I also have both and as an only watch the Sub would be by far the better choice.

[1watch]

I can't believe this poll is even close! AP is in a totally different league than Rolex from a brand standpoint. Granted, the Sub is a nice watch, but the RO is iconic, heads and shoulders above it.

[1watch]

Originally Posted by racer24

AP RO vs Rolex sub is like comparing a Porsche 911 with a BMW 3 series. Both are classic but in very different league. I keep 911!

Actually, this is a great analogy. Both are keepers, but have very different attributes.

[Carry The Interest]

Really depends on your day to day. I could easily understand an argument for either.

If it was me, I would go with the AP. Firstly out of sole preference. Secondly because I have more confidence in having the ability to easily add another Sub to the collection down the road if the itch becomes unbearable.

[Brian Page]

Originally Posted by MR. STEEL

Sub is the keeper. Its built like a tank and less scratch prone. Having owned a 15400 I found I felt like I had to baby it. Even setting the time it felt delicate. I love my sub it's the 1 watch in my collection i dont think I'd part with.

this - been there done it, and don't forget if you are hanging on to the AP you are going to pay the piper when it's time for service or a problem. Don't get me wrong they are beautiful pieces and I've owned half a dozen, but it's a different beast altogether

[Brian Page]

Originally Posted by Carry The Interest

Really depends on your day to day. I could easily understand an argument for either.

If it was me, I would go with the AP. Firstly out of sole preference. Secondly because I have more confidence in having the ability to easily add another Sub to the collection down the road if the itch becomes unbearable.

Patrick, I agree with your theory but service is an issue - kind of depends on watch life style and service interval expectations - and yes... I found Huey Lewis and the News really spreading their wings on "FOUR"

[Sarosh]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

all depends on your lifestyle, job, day to day activities, etc. Both are fantastic, but the AP RO could never be my daily driver.

Bingo, I would rather have the sub as my daily

[Carry The Interest]

Originally Posted by Brian Page

Patrick, I agree with your theory but service is an issue - kind of depends on watch life style and service interval expectations - and yes... I found Huey Lewis and the News really spreading their wings on "FOUR"

Lifestyle? You know - frequent trips to the dry cleaner and returning video tapes; ending a long day at the office with a dinner at Dorsia. I think the AP can handle that :-P

I’ll admit, I did not consider frequency or cost of servicing the watch (especially if it becomes a true daily).


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[Kliminator]

I don't think you can beat how an AP feels on the wrist...

With that being said... Why not keep both?

[CoveWatch]

I would keep the RO easy

[Kigan]

SubC.

[ispep]

I love them both .
Hope this helps .

[Kigan]

Originally Posted by racer24

AP RO vs Rolex sub is like comparing a Porsche 911 with a BMW 3 series. Both are classic but in very different league. I keep 911!

If the "engine" AP3120 was in 911, Porsche would have had a different reputation. With all due respect to the AP, Rolex 3135 in a better league than the AP3120. Not surprisingly, AP3120 replaced by AP4302.

[HogwldFLTR]

Not fond of the AP designs. I guess that means I'd go for the Sub!!! Are we discussing the Date or the Sub?

[Kyle3130]

15202>114060
15400<114060

[Rashid.bk]

Only watch...
The AP is a better finished watch, a pretty little thing.
But it doesn't compare to the venerable Submariner in handling all that life throws at it.
From beaches, to weddings, diving under water or from the sky and it is a much more reliable and durable time keeper that handles wear tear very nicely, put scratches on the AP's bezel and see it feels.
For the way I live it could only be the Submariner as an "only".

Very tough position to be in, both would be best.

[Rashid.bk]

Originally Posted by 1watch

I can't believe this poll is even close! AP is in a totally different league than Rolex from a brand standpoint. Granted, the Sub is a nice watch, but the RO is iconic, heads and shoulders above it.

Opinion of course. It is prettier subjectively and better finished with a decorated movement...The Rolex bracelet is leagues more useful, fact, and the 3135 puts the 3120 to shame as a durable and accurate time keeper. Big screws on the bezel are odd for a "different league" watch but I'll give you that, it is a pretty little thing, and oh yeah, you can throw a little more brand snobbery weight around.
Adding to a growing collection I'd chose the AP, as an only watch Submariner every day.

[Terrakot]

As it was already said, it depends on your lifestyle and habits, work enviroment, daily activities etc.
In my case I'd keep Sub as a robust, daily watch.

[J-E]

SUB! iconic, robust, beautiful.

[joli160]

Sub is a classic and the AP is out dated.
Easy choice

[BlackOnyx]

I really love the new RO white gold with salmon dial in 39mm. Absolute star of the SIHH

[AK797]

Very tough between the RO and LVc for me, probably I'd go with the LVc as a daily.