15400 Obsession Update: Now... which color - Go!

[Chadridv]

So I start this thread thread not long ago, about the possibility of of an IWC as a hold over for my super lusted after and coveted Royal Oak 15400.
http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=429249

Since, especially with the great advice of all of you, I've decided to save for the 15400, as it is no secret, that is really and clearly the watch I really want.

So I'm still a little ways away from the actual purchase, but the obsession is growing rapidly!

Next question, what color is the best way to go. I am instinctively leaning towards a black dial, but the white dial is also amazing. I was also recently introduced the idea of going with the harder to find and more expensive boutique blue dial.

What is your favorite color dial 15400, and why? Anything a first timer should consider before committing to the color?

Thank you all so much!

[nick c]

Blue is sexy

[Le Chef]

But only new at an AP Boutique.

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by Le Chef

But only new at an AP Boutique.

You won't consider this watch if it were pre-owned? Why?

Pretty much the only way I'm going to afford any of these watches is to go trusted seller route.

[Lemarp]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

You won't consider this watch if it were pre-owned? Why?

Pretty much the only way I'm going to afford any of these watches is to go trusted seller route.

I think what he's referring to is that the only way to get a new one is from the boutique.

I'm biased heavily towards the silver dial because I find it easy to find a nice black dial in pretty much any watch style but harder to find a white/silver dial that I actually like. Tough to go wrong either way. It's like choosing which child you love more...

[Copasetic]

Originally Posted by lemarp

it's like choosing which child you love more...

+1

[jjnd08]

Black dial gets my vote - regardless of price.

The white/silver probably shows the details of the tapestrie dial better than the others do; however, it just makes the overall watch a little too monochromatic for my taste.

The blue one is interesting, but I didn't really want a blue dialed watch as a daily wearer. I personally prefer a black or white dial as one I will see every day. The colored dials are fun for an occasional watch/nights and weekends one. Also, I just didn't see the value in the extra cost. Since it sounds like you are looking to go Trusted Seller used, you are looking at almost a $4k premium for that dial. I see used black and silver ones go for around $11-11.8k, and the blue ones used for around $15-15.3k.

Even if costs were the same, the black would have been my choice. Black dial is great for daily wear, the WG hour markers really shine against the contrasting black dial, and you still get a lot of color variations with this dial - again, especially in the sun with the WG markers.

You can see some of my pics in this thread: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=431687

The forum will vote heavily for the blue, but you have go with what works for you.

[PJ S]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

You won't consider this watch if it were pre-owned? Why?

Pretty much the only way I'm going to afford any of these watches is to go trusted seller route.

https://www.chrono24.co.uk/audemarsp...-id3607401.htm – divide by 1.2 for approx export price and find out how much import duty you'll be expected to pay.
Compare to – https://www.chrono24.co.uk/audemarsp...-id3039591.htm and https://www.chrono24.co.uk/audemarsp...-id3311248.htm

[earlmale]

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=219760

because rules #1 and 2 of fightclub. Well, pretty much all the rules.

Originally Posted by Chadridv

You won't consider this watch if it were pre-owned? Why?

Pretty much the only way I'm going to afford any of these watches is to go trusted seller route.

[masterserg]

Silver is great but blue is the one to get.

[beer]

i love the white dial

[lig]

Blue.

[AK797]

Blue, think it is more vibrant than the 202s even.

[the_Hunter]

I love the white dial... but for the simple reason that if I want a black dial I will wear my sub

[TheMethod]

I like the blue on jumbo but for 15400 I like the white dial.

[s14roller]

Hands down blue.

[Rob_watch]

I chose the white/silver dial for the reason I have too many watches with black dial including the Sub and IWC 5001.

I really do like the silver dial, gives a different color/shade depending on the light and angle. My only negative observation is I notice (I have had the watch for 3+ weeks now) is at times I find the white/silver dial blends or gets lost with the rest of the watch (bracelet and case) and realize from other poster's point of view why they prefer the black on the 15400 as it stands out more which I can see. Nonetheless, I am very happy with the silver/white dial.

Also to note, I wonder if flat white on the 15300 stands out more than the silver/white dial on 15400? I have not seen one in person but there have been debates which dial is better.

You can't go wrong with either :)

[lapince]

easy blue, the best Nautilus dials are blue and same thing for the RO's...

[Sammk]

Blue, no question

[paneristi372]

Originally Posted by lapince

easy blue, the best nautilus dials are blue and same thing for the ro's...

+1

[Giggsy11]

White dial..
I just prefer the lighter dials in the AP..

[earlmale]

What's a reasonable discount from an AD? I'm also deciding between the colors for the 15400.

[gummy]

Go Dark - Blue or black

[dr.ns23]

Blue!!

[fai9al]

I have the white/silver and I like that it shows details of the dial.

[SpunkyQ8]

Blue, you'd be lucky If you could get your hands on one!

[thomaspp]

I like white.

[eonflux]

I'd go blue
It's a really nice shade of blue, and I think it's as versatile as a black dial watch while being a bit more unique

[benlee]

Tough call, but if I will to buy back the 15400 again, I will probably still opt for the white / silvery dial. Just looks amazing under sunlight.

[Snow-Dweller]

Love the black, which also looks amazing under sunlight