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AwesomePico · 28 May 2016, 11:14 PM

Why are AP's ridiculously more expensive than Rolex?? Is it the hip hop/celebrity status that has made AP what it is? Will the popularity of AP drop? I'll always be a Rolex man, but when I was in Vegas last weekend. I couldn't believe the prices at the AP store in the Crystal's mall.

kevblah · 28 May 2016, 11:16 PM

it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex

GolfPunk · 28 May 2016, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by AwesomePico

Why are AP's ridiculously more expensive than Rolex?? Is it the hip hop/celebrity status that has made AP what it is? Will the popularity of AP drop?

Much less supply of AP's than Rolex and they have a higher prestige (reputation wise) as a true high end watchmaker....nearer to A Langhe & PP etc.

rebel_1 · 28 May 2016, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by kevblah

it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex

This.

Tony-GB · 28 May 2016, 11:19 PM

Why is your question aimed at AP? Why not include Patek, Breguet, Hublot or VC?

I notice you edited your post to include: "I'll always be a Rolex man, but when I was in Vegas last weekend. I couldn't believe the prices at the AP store in the Crystal's mall."

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GB-man · 28 May 2016, 11:20 PM

Stay out of the Patek store. God forbid you enter the Richard Mille or Greubel Forsey store

bgbg13 · 28 May 2016, 11:33 PM

Contrary to what you may believe, Rolex is not at the top of the price range in Horology.
Big misconception, but since Rolex is at the top for marketing and brand recognition the general public assumes they are the end all be all.

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AwesomePico · 28 May 2016, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Tony-GB

Why is your question aimed at AP? Why not include Patek, Breguet, Hublot or VC?

I notice you edited your post to include: "I'll always be a Rolex man, but when I was in Vegas last weekend. I couldn't believe the prices at the AP store in the Crystal's mall."

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When I was in Vegas last week, it seemed 70% of the players at the bj & craps tables had AP's on. I don't know if they were real or not. Didn't see any other watches.

AwesomePico · 28 May 2016, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by kevblah

it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex

What makes them more expensive in your opinion?

Hollister · 28 May 2016, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by AwesomePico

What makes them more expensive in your opinion?

The prices are higher.

You could do a little research, maybe.

Slippy Chips · 28 May 2016, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Stay out of the Patek store. God forbid you enter the Richard Mille or Greubel Forsey store

You're not kidding about Greubel and Foresy. I touched one (not tried on) a long time ago that was $750k. Gorgious but goodness...

Daycruiser · 28 May 2016, 11:52 PM

In the Horological hierarchy

I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5

AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive

PP are the Rolls Royce of watches
Lange are the Aston Martins
Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron

JD521 · 29 May 2016, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by kevblah

it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex

....Accurate statement....

benlee · 29 May 2016, 12:10 AM

More limited supply, hence more exclusive, better dial and case finishing, better movement decoration etc..

For the above reasons, people willing to pay more for it then Rolex. That is also true of other haute horology brands.

AwesomePico · 29 May 2016, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Daycruiser

In the Horological hierarchy

I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5

AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive

PP are the Rolls Royce of watches
Lange are the Aston Martins
Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron

Thanks for breaking it down. Looks like you hit it on the head .

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AwesomePico · 29 May 2016, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Hollister

The prices are higher.

You could do a little research, maybe.

No thanks...that's why I have friends on here to help out. ✌🏻✌🏻

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Hollister · 29 May 2016, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by AwesomePico

No thanks...that's why I have friends on here to help out. ✌🏻✌🏻

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Okey-dokey.

Daycruiser · 29 May 2016, 12:52 AM

One advantage of the Rolex is its international recognition and it's quick turnover on the grey market. Once I have reached my collection goal of 6 Rolexes, I will probably start trading in for an AP and a Lange.

Fleetlord · 29 May 2016, 12:57 AM

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No thanks...that's why I have friends on here to help out. ✌��✌��

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Not for long....

AwesomePico · 29 May 2016, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Fleetlord

Not for long....

Relax. Take a joke

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Patton250 · 29 May 2016, 01:16 AM

I used to be all about Rolex. Then I screwed up and bought a 15400. Last week I bought a ROO 44mm SS. Now I'm in big trouble because next is a Patek. I hate this hobby.

alljunks · 29 May 2016, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Daycruiser

In the Horological hierarchy

I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5

AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive

PP are the Rolls Royce of watches
Lange are the Aston Martins
Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron

masyv6 · 29 May 2016, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Stay out of the Patek store. God forbid you enter the Richard Mille or Greubel Forsey store

Hell, I know what prices to expect and I'd still feel lightheaded in there!

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevblah

it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex

Funny how that works

Quote:

Originally Posted by AwesomePico

What makes them more expensive in your opinion?

Well, AP has been around longer, is owned by its original families, and does higher end watch movements/finishing/complications. I'm sure you can add some other things in, but those are just a couple reasons why AP is more expensive than Rolex.

AwesomePico · 29 May 2016, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by masyv6

Hell, I know what prices to expect and I'd still feel lightheaded in there!

Funny how that works

Well, AP has been around longer, is owned by its original families, and does higher end watch movements/finishing/complications. I'm sure you can add some other things in, but those are just a couple reasons why AP is more expensive than Rolex.

Oh wow! Family owned is pretty impressive. Thanks for insight. It all makes sense now.

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robbonds · 29 May 2016, 02:24 AM

rolex is good to start with...eventually ap, along, patek and then RM

I'm done with rolex

the only thing i lust after now is an RM and a minute repeater

Fleetlord · 29 May 2016, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by AwesomePico

Relax. Take a joke

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Nah...

PrinceT · 29 May 2016, 02:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daycruiser

In the Horological hierarchy

I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5

AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive

PP are the Rolls Royce of watches
Lange are the Aston Martins
Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron

I happen to like Aston Martin and ALS... Perfect fit ha ha

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singe89 · 29 May 2016, 02:35 AM

Why is Rolex more expensive than tag? Same reasons apply to Rolex vs AP.

I always wonder why people say that go from Rolex to AP then to Patek and finally RM. At first I thought about going down this path but AP really has two levels of watches. Their entry level RO and ROOs and then their perpetual calendars, tourbillons, concepts, grand comps, etc. I've tried to get a Patek but I like sport watches so Patek does nothing for me and while I love RM I would rather have a schumi lap timer or ROO tourbillon chrono over an RM. Both movements are made by APRP and AP has a way stronger history and will be in business and independent much longer.

jon_jon · 29 May 2016, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by singe89

Why is Rolex more expensive than tag? Same reasons apply to Rolex vs AP.

I always wonder why people say that go from Rolex to AP then to Patek and finally RM. At first I thought about going down this path but AP really has two levels of watches. Their entry level RO and ROOs and then their perpetual calendars, tourbillons, concepts, grand comps, etc. I've tried to get a Patek but I like sport watches so Patek does nothing for me and while I love RM I would rather have a schumi lap timer or ROO tourbillon chrono over an RM. Both movements are made by APRP and AP has a way stronger history and will be in business and independent much longer.

I feel AP doesn't always compete in the same market as Patek unless you are just comparing it to the Patek Nautilus series. I don't think RM really competes with Patek as their watches are very different from Patek watches. Only thing is the price ranges may overlap, but I feel Patek competes more with VC and ALS and these 3 brands are better known for their dress watches, rather than their sports watches. In this regard, Rolex probably competes more head to head with Omega with their sports watches.

brookish · 29 May 2016, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by kevblah

it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex

You said what I was thinking!

28 May 2016, 11:14 PM	#1
AwesomePico "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: 116660 V series Posts: 54	Why does it seem that Audmars Piguet are more expensive than Rolex? Why are AP's ridiculously more expensive than Rolex?? Is it the hip hop/celebrity status that has made AP what it is? Will the popularity of AP drop? I'll always be a Rolex man, but when I was in Vegas last weekend. I couldn't believe the prices at the AP store in the Crystal's mall.

28 May 2016, 11:19 PM	#5
Tony-GB "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Oxfordshire, UK Watch: 116680 & 116622 Posts: 3,953	Why is your question aimed at AP? Why not include Patek, Breguet, Hublot or VC? I notice you edited your post to include: "I'll always be a Rolex man, but when I was in Vegas last weekend. I couldn't believe the prices at the AP store in the Crystal's mall." . __________________ "...why oh why, didn't I take the blue pill...?" http://www.helenanddouglas.org.uk/ www.cheetah.org

29 May 2016, 01:16 AM	#21
Patton250 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Brett Location: Florida Watch: 5205R Posts: 5,160	I used to be all about Rolex. Then I screwed up and bought a 15400. Last week I bought a ROO 44mm SS. Now I'm in big trouble because next is a Patek. I hate this hobby. __________________ Morality does not derive from consensus. It only comes from one place. Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall. Often times unbelief is disguised as wisdom Instagram - patton250

29 May 2016, 02:24 AM	#25
robbonds "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Florida Watch: ROO Posts: 1,040	rolex is good to start with...eventually ap, along, patek and then RM I'm done with rolex the only thing i lust after now is an RM and a minute repeater __________________ 41mm SS ROC blue dial

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28 May 2016, 11:16 PM	#2
kevblah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Boston Posts: 223	it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex its that AP IS more expensive than rolex

28 May 2016, 11:20 PM	#6
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,356	Stay out of the Patek store. God forbid you enter the Richard Mille or Greubel Forsey store

28 May 2016, 11:33 PM	#7
bgbg13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Brian Location: fl Posts: 383	Contrary to what you may believe, Rolex is not at the top of the price range in Horology. Big misconception, but since Rolex is at the top for marketing and brand recognition the general public assumes they are the end all be all. Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk

28 May 2016, 11:52 PM	#12
Daycruiser "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Ed Location: Hong Kong Watch: BLRO 5712 Posts: 787	In the Horological hierarchy I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5 AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive PP are the Rolls Royce of watches Lange are the Aston Martins Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron

29 May 2016, 12:10 AM	#14
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	More limited supply, hence more exclusive, better dial and case finishing, better movement decoration etc.. For the above reasons, people willing to pay more for it then Rolex. That is also true of other haute horology brands.

29 May 2016, 12:52 AM	#18
Daycruiser "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Ed Location: Hong Kong Watch: BLRO 5712 Posts: 787	One advantage of the Rolex is its international recognition and it's quick turnover on the grey market. Once I have reached my collection goal of 6 Rolexes, I will probably start trading in for an AP and a Lange.

29 May 2016, 02:35 AM	#28
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	Why is Rolex more expensive than tag? Same reasons apply to Rolex vs AP. I always wonder why people say that go from Rolex to AP then to Patek and finally RM. At first I thought about going down this path but AP really has two levels of watches. Their entry level RO and ROOs and then their perpetual calendars, tourbillons, concepts, grand comps, etc. I've tried to get a Patek but I like sport watches so Patek does nothing for me and while I love RM I would rather have a schumi lap timer or ROO tourbillon chrono over an RM. Both movements are made by APRP and AP has a way stronger history and will be in business and independent much longer.

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