A Visit to AP Boutique = My First AP

[bftcentury]

To sum up the RO in the first seven days of owning it, in short, FANTASTIC!

Anyway, if anyone is interested to read on, my thoughts on a few things.

Case

I read that a 41mm RO wears more like a 44mm conventional circular watch.

I'm not really into big watches and I've always feel that my Sub, GMT and Daytona are all of ideal size to me.

So I had a lot of doubts at first whether the 41mm case would look good on my 7.5" wrist which is not really flat but thick.

After 7 days straight, although the 15400 shows a strong wrist presence, I feel very comfortable "visually" every time I look down on my wrist.


Dial

With the blue dial, it is a joy to look at.
Indoors, under different lighting you get anywhere from bright electric blue, purplish hue, deep sapphire blue even black! (well, not exactly black but close)

Outdoors, you get a color that is more flat/matte and I love that sometimes it looks greyish, almost tropical.

I'm glad I forked out the full retail price at the boutique for the blue dial as it is definitely worth it.


Bracelet

The bracelet is visually, a piece of art.

Not only that, it is surprisingly comfortable (my Daytona on oyster still have a slight edge), PROVIDED you have it properly sized.

Especially over here, high humidity and where the temperatures really swells up your wrist when you're outside.

One area which I feel AP can improve on the design is on the clasp.
The locking part is fine, functional.

However, I wish that the inner clasp was machined to a thinner profile. the clasp kind of ruin the lines.

If you like to have a snug fit, the inner clasp feels uncomfortable during hot afternoons as your wrist swells.

Comparing to Rolex bracelets, super jubilee and president bracelets, you don't feel at all the inner clasps and are truly out of sight.


Movement

There have been some reports on sticky date wheel, problems using with winder, movement running fast etc.

But in general, I believe that the AP Calibre 3120 has a good reputation since its launch back in 2003.

I have been wearing the watch on a daily basis over the last seven days, about 11 hours a day.
Watch is gaining 1.2s per day on average.

This is by no means exact as I was only using Watchcheck app, not a timegrapher.

But comparing to my '14 Daytona (+0.6s/d - last serviced 03/'16), '95 Sub (+1.6s/d serviced in '12, regulated 6/'16) & '06 Pepsi (4.1s/d 10 years never serviced! - another story on this one), using the same app, I'd say the Calibre 3120 held up quite well since it's not COSC.

I've read that you need to allow the 3120 on a new watch to settle down but mine seems to be doing pretty good.

It still early days so will be keeping a close eye.


(Not so) Final word.

I debated on buying pre-owned, but since this is the first time into AP, I wanted to ensure that I have a 'good start', lowering the risks of warranty/service issue if I were to get a pre-owned piece.

So, went to the boutique for the blue dial and the 5 years warranty is a bonus.


I feel that the RO as ones first AP is the quintessential experience in getting to know the brand.

Similar to Rolex, people almost always recommend a Sub as a first Rolex.

Of course there is nothing wrong with getting the ROO as your first but the simplistic beauty of the unmistakably Royal Oak lines and AP metal works finishing, will let you appreciate the AP brand and heritage and of course, Gerald Genta as a design genius.

 

Such a beauty. Hopefully I can own one soon enough. May I know the price you've got for this piece?

[zack777es]

Such a beauty. Hopefully I can own one soon enough. May I know the price you've got for this piece?

PM sent 

[EvolutionZ]

It's a pure beauty

[zack777es]

It's a pure beauty

Thanks 

A couple more pics

[ayvin]

Congratulations, wear in good health! Mind to PM the price and discount? Thanks.

[zack777es]

Congratulations, wear in good health! Mind to PM the price and discount? Thanks.

Thanks 

PM sent

[megaronnt88]

Hi Zack, real beauty and really curious on the price for this beauty. Appreciate if you would pm me the price you got as well. Thanks in advance.

[mahdil.khatib121]

Congratulations on buy such a lovely peice of art. Wish you all the very best.

[liquidation]

What a piece! Wear it in good health and wealth!!
Mind to know the price and discount?

[jemfernandez]

Amazing pictures and what a nice watch! Thanks for sharing the review

[thisisdk]

What a stunner! That blue dial is simply gorgeous. Congrats on your new timepiece.
If you don't mind, kindly PM price / discount you got for this watch.

Thanks!

[New Watch]

Plan to get one too.. Mind to PM me the price and the discount? Thanks 

[saprozeldo]

Wow!! AP must pay you some commission for such awesome shots of the watch.. special mention for the shirt & jacket too.. simply elegant..

15400ST has quite a following now.. maybe have to change my dream watch to 15400OR next..

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[gchee]

Congrats on the beauty! Kindly pm me price as I'm eyeing one too.

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[zack777es]

Haven't been checking the boards for quite some time.

I've replied to all the PMs sent to me, sorry for the late reply guys.
If I missed out on anybody on this thread, please PM me

[zack777es]

Wow!! AP must pay you some commission for such awesome shots of the watch.. special mention for the shirt & jacket too.. simply elegant..

15400ST has quite a following now.. maybe have to change my dream watch to 15400OR next..

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Hahaha, thanks.
I found that whenever I have the 15400 on, there's an urge to dressed up as well. 

The OR is beautiful,  go for it!
I've stated before that PM watches are not really my thing but this is one of the few gold watches that I would consider if I ever get to spend the kind of money it's asking for.

Previous pic, can't resist to repost

[zack777es]

Newer pic albeit from last week

[theseira]

Very nice!


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[DUF1220]

Newer pic albeit from last week

Beautiful piece and your wardrobe compliments it well

[DUF1220]

Wow!! AP must pay you some commission for such awesome shots of the watch.. special mention for the shirt & jacket too.. simply elegant..

15400ST has quite a following now.. maybe have to change my dream watch to 15400OR next..

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Hahaha, thanks.
I found that whenever I have the 15400 on, there's an urge to dressed up as well. 

The OR is beautiful,  go for it!
I've stated before that PM watches are not really my thing but this is one of the few gold watches that I would consider if I ever get to spend the kind of money it's asking for.

Previous pic, can't resist to repost

The OR has to be seen in person to appreciate its wrist presence and it wears different than the ST.

Imo, it is a few shades darker than the 5711R. However, AP's blue dial contrasts the metal and compliments the piece.

Irrespective which whispers to your heart more, both are beautiful in their own right... and if all the stars and planets align, why not get both!

[zack777es]

Very nice!


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Newer pic albeit from last week

Beautiful piece and your wardrobe compliments it well

Thanks guys 

[zack777es]

Wow!! AP must pay you some commission for such awesome shots of the watch.. special mention for the shirt & jacket too.. simply elegant..

15400ST has quite a following now.. maybe have to change my dream watch to 15400OR next..

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Hahaha, thanks.
I found that whenever I have the 15400 on, there's an urge to dressed up as well. 

The OR is beautiful,  go for it!
I've stated before that PM watches are not really my thing but this is one of the few gold watches that I would consider if I ever get to spend the kind of money it's asking for.

Previous pic, can't resist to repost

The OR has to be seen in person to appreciate its wrist presence and it wears different than the ST.

Imo, it is a few shades darker than the 5711R. However, AP's blue dial contrasts the metal and compliments the piece.

Irrespective which whispers to your heart more, both are beautiful in their own right... and if all the stars and planets align, why not get both!

Totally agree with you that the OR wears differently, I felt it was slightly heavier, beautiful almost "copper"? like tone gold and definitely in terms of wrist presence, you feel like da boss! 

Now, 5711R.... that's whole different level, I've yet to be able to see one in person but from the photos alone, wow, just wow!

[lisa hasan]

If i have a lot of money, definitely will buy.. really love the blue one.. stunning !


Collection:

BR S Golden Heritage
BR S Grey Camouflage

Oris Aquis Date
Tissot T-Race
Laco1925 Osaka

[artyca]

congratulations on your piece and enjoy it! Beware... the 15400 is definitely a scratch magnet...

[saprozeldo]

Newer pic albeit from last week

A bit OT but pls intro us to ur tailor..

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