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singe89 · 1 August 2014, 03:21 PM

If you really appreciate it....wear it and enjoy it. At 16 if you can really appreciate a brand like AP you are way ahead of the masses.

I know many "kids" that had many things handed to them including, college educations, family businesses, homes, cars, watches, trust funds, etc. As long as you appreciate it that's all that matters. I didn't have these luxuries but I don't think less of those that do as long as they are humble and have an appreciation for what they are getting.

Wesley Crusher · 26 July 2014, 02:27 PM

Don't let anybody tell you that you cannot wear it because of your age. If you like it, WEAR IT!

Having said that, realize that an AP not rugged like a G Shock or a Rolex. At 16, I'd imagine that you get plenty of physical activity so it may not make sense to wear an AP every day. Maybe it can be your weekend watch? Even if you are a very careful person, I'd be careful wearing your watch to school or around friends your age. I don't know your situation (maybe you have very mature friends), but just keep in mind what I said.

Congrats on such a nice watch, by the way. You are very lucky! Post some pics when you get a chance.

Noah S · 26 July 2014, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

Don't let anybody tell you that you cannot wear it because of your age. If you like it, WEAR IT!

Having said that, realize that an AP not rugged like a G Shock or a Rolex. At 16, I'd imagine that you get plenty of physical activity so it may not make sense to wear an AP every day. Maybe it can be your weekend watch? Even if you are a very careful person, I'd be careful wearing your watch to school or around friends your age.

Congrats on such a nice watch, by the way. You are very lucky! Post some pics when you get a chance.

Thanks! I'll remember all of that. Very useful advice.

locutus49 · 26 July 2014, 11:42 PM

Agree completely with Wes.

The real risk with teens wearing nice watches is the chance of theft, either by taking it off for a split second and it "disappears" or a gang of classmates decide to take it from you.

I would say wear it, but make sure your parents have your watches insured under their home policy (usually there is a "rider" to the policy). Then, no worries. Rock that baby.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

Don't let anybody tell you that you cannot wear it because of your age. If you like it, WEAR IT!

Having said that, realize that an AP not rugged like a G Shock or a Rolex. At 16, I'd imagine that you get plenty of physical activity so it may not make sense to wear an AP every day. Maybe it can be your weekend watch? Even if you are a very careful person, I'd be careful wearing your watch to school or around friends your age. I don't know your situation (maybe you have very mature friends), but just keep in mind what I said.

Congrats on such a nice watch, by the way. You are very lucky! Post some pics when you get a chance.

thomaspp · 26 July 2014, 02:49 PM

Of course! A great watch that should be with you for years to come. Enjoy.

Cru Jones · 26 July 2014, 02:55 PM

Nice watch! Wear it and enjoy. Don't forget to share some pix. :-)

Noah S · 26 July 2014, 03:09 PM

Thanks for the good wishes everyone. I would like to point out that the butterfly clasp is simply a joy to use. I love the engraved AP, it reminds me of the concealed clasp president bracelet

s14roller · 26 July 2014, 03:09 PM

I'd save for nicer events like others have mentioned...when I was 16, I was more
into cars so spent most of time/money on that sort of thing.

Also agree that a 15400 isnt the best when you're running around as a Rolex would be more of a tool watch per se. Just cause a Lambo (or really, an Audi) can be driven daily, doesnt always mean it should.

Have fun!

s14roller · 26 July 2014, 03:10 PM

Oh yeah, another thing, maybe look into a ceramic diver. Scratch proof and most ppl wont know what AP is anyway...

Noah S · 26 July 2014, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s14roller

Oh yeah, another thing, maybe look into a ceramic diver. Scratch proof and most ppl wont know what AP is anyway...

That's the point. I wanted a nice watch that people wouldn't notice

singe89 · 26 July 2014, 04:09 PM

Wear it with pride. Got a great watch. Enjoy it and don't worry what others think.

PADI_Diver · 26 July 2014, 04:33 PM

Congrats! Wear it carefully, can you post a few pics of your collection??

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

SamGMT · 26 July 2014, 05:13 PM

Congrats and just wear it! I only got a Rolex my 16th birthday...

DECR · 26 July 2014, 05:18 PM

Congrats! Very nice watch. Remember to be grateful for what you have and understand that many are not as lucky as you. My recommendation is to wear it on weekends and special ocassions as others have said. Above everything enjoy your new AP!

bayerische · 26 July 2014, 05:19 PM

I would have loved one at 16 too! OP, I guess you're from a background with plenty of money. Nothing wrong with that. I think you should enjoy your watch, and as you see asking if a "kid" can sport an AP on a public internet forum isn't the best idea.

Enjoy TRF, and nevermind the age.

diver2012 · 26 July 2014, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bayerische

I would have loved one at 16 too!

Really?

Would you have even known what one was at 16?

I can't imagine any 16 year olds into haute horology?!

AK797 · 26 July 2014, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diver2012

Really?

Would you have even known what one was at 16?

I can't imagine any 16 year olds into haute horology?!

That's the point, this kid already has experience of nice watches and he has even joined an internet forum so he is about ten-twenty years ahead of most of us. On that basis as you are not looking to show off or brag then I say wear it and enjoy it, you have the right attitude.

SearChart · 27 July 2014, 01:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diver2012

I can't imagine any 16 year olds into haute horology?!

My interest in fine watches started at 16, I bought my first 'nice' watch (Cartier tank) at 18, can't see why one can't be into haute horlogery at a young age.

bayerische · 27 July 2014, 01:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diver2012

Really?

Would you have even known what one was at 16?

I can't imagine any 16 year olds into haute horology?!

Yes I would have known what it was. Especially if I was sixteen in 2014.

diver2012 · 27 July 2014, 01:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bayerische

Yes I would have known what it was. Especially if I was sixteen in 2014.

I imagine you are in a small elite group then.

Most adults I know with an interest in watches haven't even heard of it!

bayerische · 27 July 2014, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diver2012

I imagine you are in a small elite group then.

Most adults I know with an interest in watches haven't even heard of it!

Yes it's true. My humor is unbeatable.

Just ask my wife.

M4rkg4rd3n · 26 July 2014, 06:16 PM

Great watch enjoy it for many years to come.

sebastien1975 · 26 July 2014, 06:55 PM

No. You should not wear a 15400. Instead you should upgrade it for a Jumbo !

More seriously, I would never offer an AP to a 16 year-old. But you are fortunate enough to have one, then you should wear it. Who said you need to be an old fart to have good taste?

robisan · 26 July 2014, 08:18 PM

Post some pics first. :)

edo · 26 July 2014, 08:44 PM

You seem pretty mature for a 16 year old.... so, wear it in good health, and get a ceramic ROO/Diver as a daily beater :)

lipjin · 26 July 2014, 08:54 PM

Well, age is just a number. So doesn't matter what age you are - but the attitude with which you wear the watch.

Wear it because you like it, not because you want to project an image of which you are not.

Rusty888 · 26 July 2014, 09:26 PM

Honestly wear it and wear it with pride. You seem to know watches so it's not over the top. Personally for me at mid to late 20s I wouldn't wear it everyday but not wear it twice a year. Use it at least one day every week. When you feel like it wear it. However with you daily watch id look at something less for obvious reasons.

I learnt not to worry about what people think of me and what I choose to wear or own.

Honestly you would be surprised how little people notice nor care about what's on your wrist.

Hamish · 26 July 2014, 09:36 PM

Forget the haters....wear it and enjoy it!

watchdog507 · 26 July 2014, 09:51 PM

We gave my oldest daughter a TAG automatic mid size watch for High School graduation. The watch at the time cost about $1600. It was a classis sporty steel watch. She still has it and she wears it regularly at 28. I know it's not a Rolex or an AP but it's relative. We treat our children well and we try to teach them lessons that will stay with them for life. If rewarding a child with an expensive gift bothers the minority so be it. Enjoy the watch and wear it with respect!

HL65 · 26 July 2014, 09:57 PM

Can or should? Can...of course anyone with a wrist can wear a watch. Should is a different story IMHO.

26 July 2014, 02:49 PM	#5
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	Of course! A great watch that should be with you for years to come. Enjoy. __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

26 July 2014, 05:19 PM	#15
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	I would have loved one at 16 too! OP, I guess you're from a background with plenty of money. Nothing wrong with that. I think you should enjoy your watch, and as you see asking if a "kid" can sport an AP on a public internet forum isn't the best idea. Enjoy TRF, and nevermind the age. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

26 July 2014, 08:54 PM	#26
lipjin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: HK Watch: AP ROC, Nautilus Posts: 1,657	Well, age is just a number. So doesn't matter what age you are - but the attitude with which you wear the watch. Wear it because you like it, not because you want to project an image of which you are not. __________________ "We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right" -Nelson Mandela "It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices" -Dumbledore Instagram: horolj_

26 July 2014, 09:57 PM	#30
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	Can or should? Can...of course anyone with a wrist can wear a watch. Should is a different story IMHO. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

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1 August 2014, 03:21 PM	#1
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	If you really appreciate it....wear it and enjoy it. At 16 if you can really appreciate a brand like AP you are way ahead of the masses. I know many "kids" that had many things handed to them including, college educations, family businesses, homes, cars, watches, trust funds, etc. As long as you appreciate it that's all that matters. I didn't have these luxuries but I don't think less of those that do as long as they are humble and have an appreciation for what they are getting.

26 July 2014, 02:27 PM	#2
Wesley Crusher "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Wes Location: Holosuite Posts: 6,345	Don't let anybody tell you that you cannot wear it because of your age. If you like it, WEAR IT! Having said that, realize that an AP not rugged like a G Shock or a Rolex. At 16, I'd imagine that you get plenty of physical activity so it may not make sense to wear an AP every day. Maybe it can be your weekend watch? Even if you are a very careful person, I'd be careful wearing your watch to school or around friends your age. I don't know your situation (maybe you have very mature friends), but just keep in mind what I said. Congrats on such a nice watch, by the way. You are very lucky! Post some pics when you get a chance.

26 July 2014, 02:55 PM	#6
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,301	Nice watch! Wear it and enjoy. Don't forget to share some pix. :-)

26 July 2014, 03:09 PM	#7
Noah S "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Earth Posts: 33	Thanks for the good wishes everyone. I would like to point out that the butterfly clasp is simply a joy to use. I love the engraved AP, it reminds me of the concealed clasp president bracelet

26 July 2014, 03:09 PM	#8
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	I'd save for nicer events like others have mentioned...when I was 16, I was more into cars so spent most of time/money on that sort of thing. Also agree that a 15400 isnt the best when you're running around as a Rolex would be more of a tool watch per se. Just cause a Lambo (or really, an Audi) can be driven daily, doesnt always mean it should. Have fun!

26 July 2014, 03:10 PM	#9
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	Oh yeah, another thing, maybe look into a ceramic diver. Scratch proof and most ppl wont know what AP is anyway...

26 July 2014, 04:09 PM	#11
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	Wear it with pride. Got a great watch. Enjoy it and don't worry what others think.

26 July 2014, 04:33 PM	#12
PADI_Diver "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Brendan Location: USA Posts: 228	Congrats! Wear it carefully, can you post a few pics of your collection?? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 July 2014, 05:13 PM	#13
SamGMT "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Singapore Watch: Audemars Piguet Posts: 1,689	Congrats and just wear it! I only got a Rolex my 16th birthday...

26 July 2014, 05:18 PM	#14
DECR "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Diego Location: Mexico Watch: PP,AL&S,AP,Rolex Posts: 825	Congrats! Very nice watch. Remember to be grateful for what you have and understand that many are not as lucky as you. My recommendation is to wear it on weekends and special ocassions as others have said. Above everything enjoy your new AP!

26 July 2014, 06:16 PM	#22
M4rkg4rd3n "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Glasgow Posts: 280	Great watch enjoy it for many years to come.

26 July 2014, 06:55 PM	#23
sebastien1975 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Sebastien Location: South East Asia Posts: 788	No. You should not wear a 15400. Instead you should upgrade it for a Jumbo ! More seriously, I would never offer an AP to a 16 year-old. But you are fortunate enough to have one, then you should wear it. Who said you need to be an old fart to have good taste?

26 July 2014, 08:18 PM	#24
robisan "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PH Posts: 545	Post some pics first. :)

26 July 2014, 08:44 PM	#25
edo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Sarajevo Posts: 1,929	You seem pretty mature for a 16 year old.... so, wear it in good health, and get a ceramic ROO/Diver as a daily beater :)

26 July 2014, 09:26 PM	#27
Rusty888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Shaun Location: Australia Watch: GMT IIc BLNR Posts: 363	Honestly wear it and wear it with pride. You seem to know watches so it's not over the top. Personally for me at mid to late 20s I wouldn't wear it everyday but not wear it twice a year. Use it at least one day every week. When you feel like it wear it. However with you daily watch id look at something less for obvious reasons. I learnt not to worry about what people think of me and what I choose to wear or own. Honestly you would be surprised how little people notice nor care about what's on your wrist.

26 July 2014, 09:36 PM	#28
Hamish "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Earth Watch: 5575 Posts: 1,674	Forget the haters....wear it and enjoy it!

26 July 2014, 09:51 PM	#29
watchdog507 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: YYZ, RSW Watch: Rose Gold Posts: 1,675	We gave my oldest daughter a TAG automatic mid size watch for High School graduation. The watch at the time cost about $1600. It was a classis sporty steel watch. She still has it and she wears it regularly at 28. I know it's not a Rolex or an AP but it's relative. We treat our children well and we try to teach them lessons that will stay with them for life. If rewarding a child with an expensive gift bothers the minority so be it. Enjoy the watch and wear it with respect!

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