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Old 2 September 2012, 01:33 AM   #1
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Help me choose my first AP

I'm between the ROO Diver and the 41mm ROC, what would you guys get if it was your first AP?, if i take the diver it will be on bracelet.
I had a chance to try both in the boutique in paris and took pictures, sorry for the poor quality photos
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Tell me qhat do you think about this one too
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Old 2 September 2012, 01:36 AM   #2
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I'd pick the one in the middle.
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Old 2 September 2012, 01:46 AM   #3
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That ROC is slick. Quite different watches though. Get both!
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Old 2 September 2012, 02:04 AM   #4
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Old 2 September 2012, 02:08 AM   #5
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That ROC is slick. Quite different watches though. Get both!
ManIi wish I can do that, but there is the matter of that thing we call money :D
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Old 2 September 2012, 02:21 AM   #6
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My favourite is the Diver with an extra SS bracellet.
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Old 2 September 2012, 02:21 AM   #7
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My vote is Diver.
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Old 2 September 2012, 02:25 AM   #8
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Diver for me
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Old 2 September 2012, 02:53 AM   #9
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Go with the Diver. You won't regret it.
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Old 2 September 2012, 03:47 AM   #10
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Tough call - only you can decide. So personal and all are nice so pick the one that sings to you the most!
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Old 2 September 2012, 03:57 AM   #11
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Difficult choice, I might get the ROC first and add the diver or vice versa.
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Old 2 September 2012, 04:14 AM   #12
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Panda.

Owned a 15300 and a Diver in the past, Panda!!!!
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Old 2 September 2012, 04:27 AM   #13
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Old 2 September 2012, 04:35 AM   #14
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ROC, in a class by itself...
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Old 2 September 2012, 04:50 AM   #15
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The one on top looks versatile but you should see it with a bracelet to judge the effect of the black dial--might work with bracelet and rubber strap.

The one in the middle looks made for the bracelet (probably vice versa) and seems the most versatile for dress or casual in warm areas.

The one on the bottom is the most entertaining to look at and is the "sport" of the 3 (mainly due to the red accents)--however it might look "ruggedly handsome" in a bracelet.

Three good choices to make. Have fun contemplating.
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Old 2 September 2012, 05:16 AM   #16
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Old 2 September 2012, 05:27 AM   #17
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1) Diver
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Old 2 September 2012, 05:50 AM   #18
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Please help me with pics of the diver on bracelet, I know I saw them over here but can't seem to find them.
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Old 2 September 2012, 06:00 AM   #19
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As a first AP from the ones you posted, I would get the new ROC see the other 2 dial colors to make sure what you like.

I would also consider looking at the RO 15300 (white dial)

As been said, you really can't go wrong with any
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Old 2 September 2012, 06:40 AM   #20
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Panda! If I had t choose between the Diver and ROC it would be the ROC
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Old 2 September 2012, 06:48 AM   #21
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As a first AP from the ones you posted, I would get the new ROC see the other 2 dial colors to make sure what you like.

I would also consider looking at the RO 15300 (white dial)

As been said, you really can't go wrong with any
The 15300 is too small for my wrist, I have an 8" wrist
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Old 2 September 2012, 07:18 AM   #22
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The 15300 is too small for my wrist, I have an 8" wrist
Then try the 15400
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Old 2 September 2012, 07:31 AM   #23
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Then try the 15400
Will do, thanx
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Old 2 September 2012, 09:25 AM   #24
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Panda! If I had t choose between the Diver and ROC it would be the ROC
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Old 2 September 2012, 10:55 AM   #25
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Panda or ROC depending on whichever you can wear the most. I wear suits so a ROO was out and I love my ROC.
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Old 2 September 2012, 11:18 AM   #26
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Old 2 September 2012, 12:28 PM   #27
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I like the look of the ROC on you. Both sporty and can be dressed up.
Have fun deciding! ;)
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Old 2 September 2012, 12:36 PM   #28
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Diver. Other dial color for the ROC?
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Old 2 September 2012, 02:04 PM   #29
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My favourite is the Diver with an extra SS bracellet.
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Old 2 September 2012, 03:54 PM   #30
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Well, since you just had to throw the panda in, panda for me lol

Have wanted one for a while but couldn't give up rubberclad

However the diver is slick too, love option of bracelet for that and well panda too as well as rubber and croc, can't go wrong with any choice!! Good luck
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