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Old 26 July 2015, 11:36 AM   #1
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Sell Rolex for AP

Thinking to sell my Rolex 16623 steel/gold yacht master(older model) and add $5-7k usd for AP 15400st black. Is it worth the upgrade?

I'm new to AP, never own one and recently fell in love with Royal Oak models

Thx for your advise
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Old 26 July 2015, 11:46 AM   #2
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I'd vote for the upgrade unless you're really rough on your watches or need good WR ratings because the AP will scratch more easily and the WR rating will drop in half from 100m (Rolex) to 50m (AP).
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Old 26 July 2015, 11:51 AM   #3
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My answer.... Rolex, hello AP
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Old 26 July 2015, 12:27 PM   #4
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Old 27 July 2015, 04:56 AM   #5
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Old 26 July 2015, 12:02 PM   #6
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Go straight for the upgrade and never look back!
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Old 26 July 2015, 12:34 PM   #7
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Old 26 July 2015, 12:35 PM   #8
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Old 26 July 2015, 12:59 PM   #9
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ad an ap 15000 black dial. My sub c is much nicer. Traded the ap after not wearing it for 6 months.. Nice watch but tired of it in about 1.5 years. The sub c i never get tired of wearing it.
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Old 26 July 2015, 07:01 PM   #10
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Does it wear bigger than sub c? I have gmtII c and fits just right.


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ad an ap 15000 black dial. My sub c is much nicer. Traded the ap after not wearing it for 6 months.. Nice watch but tired of it in about 1.5 years. The sub c i never get tired of wearing it.
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Old 26 July 2015, 09:10 PM   #11
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Does it wear bigger than sub c? I have gmtII c and fits just right.
Yes it wears bigger IMHO
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Old 26 July 2015, 09:35 PM   #12
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I say it is worth it if you have another Rolex or beater to wear on rough days.
I recently got a PP 5711 that I was lusting for a very very long time.
It would have been easier to flip my Rolex and pay the difference, however I knew I would need the Rolex as my beater on rough days, beach days, etc.

The Genta designs are no soft watches, but they are not as sturdy as a sports model Rolex. Obviously they don't resist scratches as easy either.

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Old 26 July 2015, 09:47 PM   #13
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Does it wear bigger than sub c? I have gmtII c and fits just right.
Yes wears a bit bigger. Its thinner though.
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Old 26 July 2015, 01:02 PM   #14
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Have a few Rolexes and a few APs...it's a no brainer, IMO. AP is a much nicer piece.
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Old 26 July 2015, 01:19 PM   #15
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AP.....

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Old 26 July 2015, 01:46 PM   #16
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Old 26 July 2015, 02:09 PM   #17
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Sounds reasonable they do wear big, i sold mine for that reason.
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Old 26 July 2015, 02:38 PM   #18
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i'll do it for sure. bye Rolex and hello AP :)
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Old 26 July 2015, 02:49 PM   #19
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Not really an "upgrade", but if you like it, why not?
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Old 26 July 2015, 02:52 PM   #20
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The 15400 is so more amazing than any Rolex I've seen - so my vote is to go for it.
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Old 26 July 2015, 02:55 PM   #21
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Old 26 July 2015, 04:49 PM   #22
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I guess only do it if the AP is not your daily watch.. Nothing beats a Rolex for that rolex.. But no doubting the AP much more special..
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Old 28 July 2015, 12:42 AM   #23
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I am planning on using it as daily watch. I work in office and smart casual attire. Also own GMT2c and Nautilus 5726/1A so trying to find something to fit in between.

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Old 26 July 2015, 05:06 PM   #24
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Old 26 July 2015, 05:39 PM   #25
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Old 26 July 2015, 07:23 PM   #26
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Old 26 July 2015, 08:58 PM   #27
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Old 26 July 2015, 09:46 PM   #28
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AP is a different league. Thus, upgrading to the classic 15400 is a wise move. Do it!
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Old 26 July 2015, 11:29 PM   #29
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Old 26 July 2015, 11:37 PM   #30
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I just flipped my Daytona for a 15400 black. I couldn't be happier with the move, I definitely think it's an upgrade. Once I tried on the RO, the Daytona didn't have the same luster.

I really don't think it wears bigger than the SubC. It feels lighter, less thick, has a flatter case back (more comfortable), and the wider bracelet gives it a more balanced feel.

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