New AP’s prediction 2024 thread!

[deuxani]

Originally Posted by VogelPhoenix

Totally missed that one (of course, it's not on the AP website yet). Btw, while I agree that ceramic would be preferable, the "cheap" rubber covers a gold bezel.

It's on their site now: https://www.audemarspiguet.com/com/e...A101CA.01.html




I really like this! I tried on the new 37mm salmon steel chrono last week and loved the size (obviously didn't like the diamond bezel). I spoke with the SA about wanting a 37mm ROO without diamonds and then this one got released a couple of days later. Really liking the combination of pink gold and beige. The strap pattern is like the Music Edition:




Next to the 37mm titanium and ceramic Music Editions, this might be a sign of things to come. Let's hope for more models with normal bezels. Preferably steel.

[dauster]

Originally Posted by Slackergirl

It is amazing to me that someone can draw that level of detail in that small of a size.

that's amazing - is that done by AP? Or did someone do a dial swap on a code?

[Uppersouth]

“I spoke with the SA about wanting a 37mm ROO without diamonds and then this one got released a couple of days later.”

I couldn’t find the model without diamonds on the website.

[deuxani]

Originally Posted by Uppersouth

“I spoke with the SA about wanting a 37mm ROO without diamonds and then this one got released a couple of days later.”

I couldn’t find the model without diamonds on the website.

Aah I was talking about the new gold rubber release. The chrono is a Photoshop of what I want them to bring out :)

[Uppersouth]

Originally Posted by deuxani

Aah I was talking about the new gold rubber release. The chrono is a Photoshop of what I want them to bring out :)

Are the last two pictures of the salmon chronographs (sans diamonds) just mock-ups?

[7sins]

Originally Posted by deuxani

It's on their site now:

Reminds me of the Japan Diver LE from a few years back, always liked that one.

[Vince_76]

Getting antsy for the 150th/next years releases already

[mickyd329]

Originally Posted by Vince_76

Getting antsy for the 150th/next years releases already

I wonder when they will release those...

[Vince_76]

Originally Posted by mickyd329

I wonder when they will release those...

Same, you never know with AP. Hopefully, one of those ominous posters will come through earlier than the official release (like what happened with the 50th RO).

[shikashia]

[QUOTE=7sins;13359903]Reminds me of the Japan Diver LE from a few years back, always liked that one.

Imho the new band texture makes the watch look cheap. Preference for the old japan Diver LE

[Slackergirl]

Originally Posted by rjohnston713

Apparently its too much to ask to just get some more non diamond options in the 37/38mm for smaller wrist gents. Everything is frosted or diamonds, AP is trying really hard to alienate a lot of guys from buying into their brand outside of the 15550 which I do still want.

On the female side of things I also wish they would do some non diamond options in the 37 ROO. It is always a bummer to me when they just ice out every option that women might buy. I love the 37 ROO white w/blue chrono's, but just hate diamonds on watches. I'm sure the faster way to my first RO would be to do diamonds on the 37 instead of w/out, but just not my thing.

[VogelPhoenix]

Originally Posted by mickyd329

I wonder when they will release those...

I asked in an AP house a few days ago - January/February 2025 for the first batch. Not exactly a revelation

[VogelPhoenix]

[QUOTE=shikashia;13359959]

Originally Posted by 7sins

Reminds me of the Japan Diver LE from a few years back, always liked that one.

Imho the new band texture makes the watch look cheap. Preference for the old japan Diver LE

Yeah, but that's twice the size I still don't quite get the rubber bezel. Ceramic, or event better Ti like on the similar color way 43mm ROO, would have been much better.

[Mighty_Kraken]

[QUOTE=VogelPhoenix;13360155]

Originally Posted by shikashia

Yeah, but that's twice the size I still don't quite get the rubber bezel. Ceramic, or event better Ti like on the similar color way 43mm ROO, would have been much better.

Rubber/diamonds are just really good for the margin.

[TopherMins]

Originally Posted by 7sins

Reminds me of the Japan Diver LE from a few years back, always liked that one.

I think it’s one of the nicest combos they’ve made.


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[deuxani]

I've made some more 37mm ROO variants :) Endless options!

[APhound]

Those look good but who are they for? Those color schemes seem masculine to me and in a 37mm case?


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[deuxani]

Originally Posted by APhound

Those look good but who are they for? Those color schemes seem masculine to me and in a 37mm case?

Some prefer bigger watches, others prefer smaller watches. My wrist is 18cm and the 42mm and larger ROO's are too huge for my taste and obviously there are countless men who have wrist sizes of 16cm and smaller. The 37mm ROO's look great in my opinion, but currently there are not many options without diamonds, but I feel that will change.

[APhound]

Originally Posted by deuxani

Some prefer bigger watches, others prefer smaller watches. My wrist is 18cm and the 42mm and larger ROO's are too huge for my taste and obviously there are countless men who have wrist sizes of 16cm and smaller. The 37mm ROO's look great in my opinion, but currently there are not many options without diamonds, but I feel that will change.

That makes sense.


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[Mighty_Kraken]

Originally Posted by deuxani

I've made some more 37mm ROO variants :) Endless options!

When a watch forum member creates better looking 37mm offshores in a few minutes than AP did release in 30 years…
Especially the second one is really cool!

[In-N-Out]

Originally Posted by APhound

Those look good but who are they for? Those color schemes seem masculine to me and in a 37mm case?


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I would love a 37mm RO or ROO. hoping to see some more masculine (or at least neutral) releases for 150th. decent option for single guys who want to explore smaller options while it's trendy but with a contingency plan (hand it over to future wife) if they get bored with it in a few years

[VogelPhoenix]

Originally Posted by In-N-Out

I would love a 37mm RO or ROO. hoping to see some more masculine (or at least neutral) releases for 150th. decent option for single guys who want to explore smaller options while it's trendy but with a contingency plan (hand it over to future wife) if they get bored with it in a few years

Der kluge Mann baut vor

[messikens]

Originally Posted by deuxani

I've made some more 37mm ROO variants :) Endless options!

Dude this is very impressive and shows both your creativity as well as what COULD be possible if the design team wasn't as lazy and wouldnt think slapping more precious stones on a watch makes a new release!

[SN2354]

Originally Posted by deuxani

I've made some more 37mm ROO variants :) Endless options!

Really cool! Would love to see one with ceramic bezel as well. Could be the perfect piece, admittedly would be best at 38/39mm, but beggars can't be choosers!

[mickyd329]

Originally Posted by deuxani

I've made some more 37mm ROO variants :) Endless options!

Very impressive! I would definitely buy one of these if in the 38-40mm size.

[deuxani]

Originally Posted by Mighty_Kraken

When a watch forum member creates better looking 37mm offshores in a few minutes than AP did release in 30 years…
Especially the second one is really cool!

Originally Posted by messikens

Dude this is very impressive and shows both your creativity as well as what COULD be possible if the design team wasn't as lazy and wouldnt think slapping more precious stones on a watch makes a new release!

Thanks for the compliments! You never know if AP is watching these forums, they might listen to us.

Originally Posted by SN2354

Really cool! Would love to see one with ceramic bezel as well. Could be the perfect piece, admittedly would be best at 38/39mm, but beggars can't be choosers!

Originally Posted by mickyd329

Very impressive! I would definitely buy one of these if in the 38-40mm size.

Yeah it's actually pretty strange how all 42, 43, 44mm ROO's are made to be mega oversized, but then they make 37mm versions as the smaller variants. 38 or 39mm would make more sense indeed.

[only1swami]

Originally Posted by In-N-Out

I would love a 37mm RO or ROO. hoping to see some more masculine (or at least neutral) releases for 150th. decent option for single guys who want to explore smaller options while it's trendy but with a contingency plan (hand it over to future wife) if they get bored with it in a few years

amen

[gretch6364]

Has anyone taken delivery of one of the 43mm End of Days SE ROOs?

I have not seen any pictures in daily wear thread or any incoming threads.

How long do you all think it will taken them to deliver all 500? I imagine they are produced and released in batches…the question is how often and how many in each batch.

Thanks

[xliang23]

Originally Posted by gretch6364

Has anyone taken delivery of one of the 43mm End of Days SE ROOs?

I have not seen any pictures in daily wear thread or any incoming threads.

How long do you all think it will taken them to deliver all 500? I imagine they are produced and released in batches…the question is how often and how many in each batch.

Thanks

https://ibb.co/sPwh5Vj

Good timing on your question. I'm just about to put it into the safe in an hour or two!

According to my profile, my warranty runs out 22nd May 2028, so I got this in late May last year!

[gretch6364]

Originally Posted by xliang23

https://ibb.co/sPwh5Vj

Good timing on your question. I'm just about to put it into the safe in an hour or two!

According to my profile, my warranty runs out 22nd May 2028, so I got this in late May last year!

Nice! Congrats on the purchase. I hope you wear it daily in good health.