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View Poll Results: Which one looks better on me?
15400 32 35.96%
26470 37 41.57%
Neither 20 22.47%
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Old 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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Old 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

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Old 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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Old 18 July 2016, 08:59 PM   #4
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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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Old 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.
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Old 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?
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Old 18 July 2016, 09:28 PM   #7
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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.
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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Old 18 July 2016, 09:52 PM   #8
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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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I generally prefer ROOs for APs now, and the 15400 is a little over-wide, I prefer the 15300 for a RO.
What do you think of the ROO on my wrist?
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Old 18 July 2016, 09:58 PM   #10
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IMO the Navy fits you better due to the rubber strap.
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Old 18 July 2016, 10:05 PM   #11
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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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Old 18 July 2016, 10:07 PM   #12
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What do you think of the ROO on my wrist?
I think it is OK, maybe a little large as ROOs should be.
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Old 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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Old 18 July 2016, 10:24 PM   #14
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I like the 15400 better.

I think they both look too large on your wrist though, so I voted neither.
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Old 18 July 2016, 11:33 PM   #15
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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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Old 18 July 2016, 11:47 PM   #16
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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.


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.


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Old 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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Old 19 July 2016, 12:14 AM   #18
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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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Old 19 July 2016, 01:03 AM   #19
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IMO the Navy fits you better due to the rubber strap.
I totally agree. A ROO in many instances is supposed to look big so you can get away with it and the strap will hug the wrist more. The 15400 has too much overhang IMO. Go with the ROO or 15202
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Old 19 July 2016, 01:21 AM   #20
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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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Old 19 July 2016, 01:33 AM   #21
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Go with the navy in this case or a 15202
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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
I share the exact same thought.
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Old 19 July 2016, 02:47 AM   #23
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They both look too big on you.
Have you considered a Nautilus?
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Old 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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Old 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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Old 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.
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Old 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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Old 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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Old 19 July 2016, 09:08 AM   #30
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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.

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