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15400 | 32 | 35.96% | |
26470 | 37 | 41.57% | |
Neither | 20 | 22.47% | |
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18 July 2016, 08:08 PM | #1 |
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It's time to vote!
As many of you are aware, I have been contemplating over the following two AP's as my first. It's been days going back and forth, but before I start looking for a specific dial color or strap combination, I've taken the time to go to a boutique and take some pics so you guys can help me out.
Please vote and let me know which one suits my 6.5" wrist more. I honestly think that the pictures do not do these watches justice and from a distance, I think I can actually sport either one of these. Let's see what you guys think! I've also added a "neither" for those of you who think that these two models are a "no go" and for me to go back to my Rolex collection. Thanks!
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18 July 2016, 08:36 PM | #2 |
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Apples and oranges. The 15400 is subtle and dressy the other is loud and big. It depends on when you want to wear it and what your looking for.
I would go for the 15400 or even a 15450 for a 6.5" wrist Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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18 July 2016, 08:56 PM | #3 |
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Agree. Two totally different looks. They both look great, though. I prefer the 15400.
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I much prefer the 15400, but as mentioned they are two completely different pieces. Do you want a chrono or a cleaner looking dial?
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18 July 2016, 09:12 PM | #5 |
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if going big and bold (IMHO, the 15400 is a bit big on you), might as well go all-in and get the ROO.
if want an RO and you don't want to go used (15300) or $$$ (15202), i think the 15450 would look great on you. |
18 July 2016, 09:27 PM | #6 |
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Oh goody, it's another poll thread!
Do you really want to base a significant cost purchase on what we say? So which one do YOU like most, and would be best suited overall to your lifestyle and daily routines? |
18 July 2016, 09:28 PM | #7 |
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Thanks for the advice! I did actually try the 15450 while I was at the boutique but it wore smaller than my Daytona. That's how I felt, so definitely a no no.
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I generally prefer ROOs for APs now, and the 15400 is a little over-wide, I prefer the 15300 for a RO.
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18 July 2016, 09:56 PM | #9 |
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What do you think of the ROO on my wrist?
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IMO the Navy fits you better due to the rubber strap.
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They are both nice watches but look too large on your wrist. I would stick to the Rolex/Tudor line.
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18 July 2016, 10:09 PM | #13 |
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For me I'd take the roo which i did and had no regrets the leather or rubber strap is also a bit more worry free than the bracelet. While I know I will definitely be getting the ro on bracelet eventually I'm still happier with the roo because it fit my casual wear more too. Tbh the roo looks too big on you but, if you think the small strap would make it fit and you want to go the ap route go for it
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I voted for the 15400 as I don't like the color combo of the 26470. Given the collection you have (as listed in your signature), I'd go with the 15400...maybe you can find the boutique edition with the blue dial (don't expect a discount).
I had a 15400 blue and sold it recently, but will be getting another in the near future...it's simply an amazing and beautiful watch - the bracelet is really a work of art and the design speaks for itself. I might actually say I prefer the Royal Oak to the Nautilus...it was, after all, the original Genta sports watch.
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This. I would take the ROO Navy over the 15400. Would be a toss-up of 15202/15300 over the ROO Navy - really depending on your lifestyle and usage. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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19 July 2016, 12:05 AM | #17 |
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The 15400's proportions never looked right to me. Imo a royal oak looks best in 39mm. So I would choose the offshore in this instance
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I think the offshore looks better. Designed to be a large sports watch. I also think the straps offer a better fit. And although blue isn't my personal fav of the 42 ROOs, it is a nod to the original ROO in some ways so that's a plus in my book!
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I voted the New Navy...but since you're "trying on" mode...and you seem to like blue dials -
I would 100% give the 15202 blue dial a shot - might be the right play or since you're near a boutique...ask to try on the 26320 blue dial chrono... |
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Go with the navy in this case or a 15202
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I share the exact same thought.
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19 July 2016, 02:47 AM | #23 |
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They both look too big on you.
Have you considered a Nautilus? |
19 July 2016, 03:14 AM | #24 |
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Get the 15400. Based on all those Rolexes you own (listed in your signature), I think that the 15400 would fit in nicely.
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19 July 2016, 04:18 AM | #25 |
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Not a big fan of the 15400 so I would choose the ROO in this case.
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19 July 2016, 04:21 AM | #26 |
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I have wrists about your size, slightly under 6-1/2" and actually my incoming 44 CE Anthracite looked great even on my smaller wrists.
The straps are comfortable and will snugly fit even a smaller wrist. So don't worry about size here... My vote is ROO. |
19 July 2016, 04:34 AM | #27 |
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Not a huge fan of the ROO, so I voted 15400. If you're getting one AP, you gotta have that iconic bracelet right? Size-wise, both look just fine on you.
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19 July 2016, 07:39 AM | #28 |
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Both look too large on your wrist but that is only my opinion. Find a smaller RO option if you can or consider other watches/brands. The nice thing about having a 6.5 in wrist there are lots of great 36-40mm watches out there! Good luck.
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If a 15202 was in the mix that would be the ultimate IMHO but based on your 2 go with you gut - only you know and can make that choice!
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I voted 15400
I think you can carry off the 15400 fine. I have the same on a 16cm, 6.3 inch wrist with no lug overhang but certainly wrist presence. Fwiw I ruled out a 15300 early on only because I preferred to buy new from AD. A 15300 might ultimately have fitted me better. I will try one on one day hopefully and see. Therefore I think worth you at least trying a 39mm of some sort just to confirm you've made the right decision if you do indeed decide to go with the 15400. Good luck! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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