Nautilus and the Royal Oak : real world comparison

[RUK]

Fortunate to now have two of the most iconic models out there the Royal oak and the Nautilus.


I've read countless threads of this versus that and thought I'd give my two cents.

First of all the are very different watches. They are similar in some ways but VERY different.

1) The case - the Nautilus is very subtle in design with smooth curves and a low profile. The Royal oak is more pronounced and has more presence.




2) The dial - the Nautilus dial almost disappears into the background and makes an appearance when you notice the colour changes into a different shade of blue or does a sunburst effect . The Royal oak dial is much more decorated with the waffle pattern and grooves.



3) The bracelet - the Royal oak is bling bling. Loads of angles and light reflecting polish. The Nautilus is subtle compared to the Royal oak with a very smooth finish. Both very very comfortable.


4) Clasp - AP Clasp is very easy to open. Too easy even simple double sided press and it pops off. The Nautilus feels more secure but is harder to take off.


5) Movement - both very good. The Nautilus feels more decorated /larger ( dont know the dimensions) The AP has a nicer rotor with the engraving.




Overall all I can say is that they are very different watches. They don't feel the same on the wrist nor do they look similar to each other at all.


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