Audemars Piguet outdid themselves for 2017 in the ROO collection.

[DeeTee]

The 2017 SIHH offerings were exceptional and I had to be a part of it.

First off, the new 26401RO subtly overtook the old generation. I was in denial since I owned the previous model. The new RO color scheme just works much better when on the wrist. With the black subdials, the dial itself looks less busy and lets the details really shine especially with the rose accents. The old RO was a hit in photos, but on the wrist it was too much going on.

Was it worth the premium to upgrade to the new RO? Yes absolutely!
If your spending this much money on something, why not spend a bit more instead of settling.

The unexpected star of the show is the 26400IO. I purchased both of these timepieces sight unseen. When I arrived the IO SCREAMED at me. Just like any other Royal Oak, PICTURES DONT DO JUSTICE! The bezel works better with this dial than any other 44mm. The markers, screws on the bezel, and the hands POP on this watch like your wearing 3D glasses.

Comfort and weight balance is perfect which doesn't happen often with the 44mm ROO's. This might be one of the greatest ROO's ever produced IMO.

If you have the funds and have the opportunity to purchase the titanium, I seriously doubt you would ever turn this one down. If you don't have the funds than sell a kidney.

Many many thanks to the AD! Thank you for giving me the opportunity to pick up this double trouble!

Enjoy the pics, I feel super lucky right now to own these pieces! (And if you get the chance to get the IO..... BUY IT NOW!)

[DeeTee]

The previous RO..... goodbye ol buddy!

[jschmidtdmd]

Congrats!!!!

Great decisions!!!!!! I miss my TI for sure!

I hope to add the rose gold one soon!

JPS

[Kevin.S]

What a haul, big congrats!!

[CSY]

Congrats


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[AshAP]

In recent photos posted on trf of the latest gold 44 it does look as though the gold colour has become a lot more orange/coppery coloured.


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[lapince]

Wow nice double whammy, huge congrats. Is the ti so cool in real? Looks cool but hard to see what you're talking about on pics, hope to see both soon

[texex91]

Enjoy them both--congrats!

[jem7v]

Originally Posted by AshAP

In recent photos posted on trf of the latest gold 44 it does look as though the gold colour has become a lot more orange/coppery coloured.


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Go look at it in person. It's the same color as the previous RG. I seen them both in person. This is just another post of another converter. The new one just works far better than the old.

The copper/orange complaint is just people who own the previous one looking for something to diminish it.

Though IMO the titanium was kinda boring in person. I thought it was better in pictures than in real life actually. Think I'd still rather get a schumi if someone wants a Ti watch.

[DeeTee]

Originally Posted by lapince

Wow nice double whammy, huge congrats. Is the ti so cool in real? Looks cool but hard to see what you're talking about on pics, hope to see both soon

TRF pics are highly compressed which makes it look rough and grainy.
Also the depth effects the IO gives off has to be seen in person.

[P2725TMB]

I've compared the old and new 44RG together, and the gold colour is the same. Personally I prefer the old version, as I feel the dial on the new is overall too dark, but that's just a personal preference.

[singe89]

Congrats! Two amazing watches

[Hairdude1]

Congrats on both

[subtona]

congrats x2

[GB-man]

Congrats and good choice on the Ti! I can't take mine off.

[1st amg]

Wowzy, big congrats, enjoy the "which one to wear today" decision! They look amazing


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[AK797]

Double congrats, but I can't agree with you on the busyness of the old RG dial, I really like panda dials, think they lend more character, but still I'm thinking of the red GP strap to juice it up a bit more.

[conkers]

Congrats. Both great watches!

[eal15]

Congrats, they look awesome. The bezels look even more rich lol


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[eal15]

In colour I'm talking.


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[DeeTee]

Originally Posted by jschmidtdmd

Congrats!!!!

Great decisions!!!!!! I miss my TI for sure!

I hope to add the rose gold one soon!

JPS

How can you miss it? Where did it go it just came out!

Originally Posted by Kevin.S

What a haul, big congrats!!

Originally Posted by CSY

Congrats


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Originally Posted by AshAP

In recent photos posted on trf of the latest gold 44 it does look as though the gold colour has become a lot more orange/coppery coloured.


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The rose becomes more alive with the black backdrop

Originally Posted by lapince

Wow nice double whammy, huge congrats. Is the ti so cool in real? Looks cool but hard to see what you're talking about on pics, hope to see both soon

Originally Posted by texex91

Enjoy them both--congrats!

Originally Posted by P2725TMB

I've compared the old and new 44RG together, and the gold colour is the same. Personally I prefer the old version, as I feel the dial on the new is overall too dark, but that's just a personal preference.

The old version was playful..... The new one is far more sinister

Originally Posted by singe89

Congrats! Two amazing watches

Originally Posted by Hairdude1

Congrats on both

Thank you sir!

Originally Posted by subtona

congrats x2

Originally Posted by GB-man

Congrats and good choice on the Ti! I can't take mine off.

The IO is an instant classic in my book!

Originally Posted by 1st amg

Wowzy, big congrats, enjoy the "which one to wear today" decision! They look amazing


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Originally Posted by AK797

Double congrats, but I can't agree with you on the busyness of the old RG dial, I really like panda dials, think they lend more character, but still I'm thinking of the red GP strap to juice it up a bit more.

I kept telling myself the same thing.... Then I broke down and made the call. It will happen sooner or later my friend.

Originally Posted by conkers

Congrats. Both great watches!

Thank you sir! These are old news to you, I'm sure by now you already have the 2018 lineup

[benlee]

Agreed with you on the new Ti, strongly disagree with you on the new RG44. Even if I dont own the "older" RG44, I wont buy the new one. I mean the dial is a mess, and all the ascents disappear in a sea of charcoal black. And I have the chance to see and try it multiple times. It doesnt stand out for me.

Actualy, there is nothin "new" about the new RG44. Its the same case, same movement, same design, same everything except the dial. I will stick with the old one, thank you.

Anyway, get what you like. Congrats!

[Danny83]

Congrats Dee I never come to this side of TRF amazing though

[eonflux]

Congrats!!
That's an awesome pair

[youthagainsttt]

They're not my favourite APs but gotta admit, those look great on your wrist

[texex91]

Originally Posted by benlee

strongly disagree with you on the new RG44. Even if I dont own the "older" RG44, I wont buy the new one. I mean the dial is a mess, and all the ascents disappear in a sea of charcoal black. And I have the chance to see and try it multiple times. It doesnt stand out for me.

Actualy, there is nothin "new" about the new RG44. Its the same case, same movement, same design, same everything except the dial. I will stick with the old one, thank you.

I sense a incoming from Ben

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by Danny83

Congrats Dee I never come to this side of TRF amazing though

Run Danny. R-U-N before it's too late.

[tcheeco]

Congrats buddy, I tried the TI version but I'm still undecided between that one or the Silver dial in SS

[P2725TMB]

Originally Posted by benlee

Agreed with you on the new Ti, strongly disagree with you on the new RG44. Even if I dont own the "older" RG44, I wont buy the new one. I mean the dial is a mess, and all the ascents disappear in a sea of charcoal black. And I have the chance to see and try it multiple times. It doesnt stand out for me.

Actualy, there is nothin "new" about the new RG44. Its the same case, same movement, same design, same everything except the dial. I will stick with the old one, thank you.

Anyway, get what you like. Congrats!

Agreed re the 'old' 44RG. The 44Ti was top of my next list for this year, but I'm now swaying towards the new RO Chronograph in gold with brown dial. Does look very nice indeed.

[SC11]

Congrats on a cracking pair of ROO's

Originally Posted by Danny83

Congrats Dee I never come to this side of TRF amazing though

Originally Posted by GB-man

Run Danny. R-U-N before it's too late.

Danny Tom's pretending to warn you off really he'll just drag you into the dark side...