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16 March 2014, 03:54 PM
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Real Name: Abdullah
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Need your opinions!
I am about to pull the trigger for a third watch. I currently have an AP 15400 Blue dial and Ebel 139 Tekton. (You are probably questioning why would he even have an Ebel in the collection? Because I received as a gift).
I narrowed down my choices to Rolex Daytona white face, Rolex Submariner LV, Pre-owned AP Diver, or IWC Ingenieur. I will appreciate your inputs! |
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16 March 2014, 05:36 PM
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16 March 2014, 06:05 PM
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AP SS diver, without a doubt.
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16 March 2014, 06:05 PM
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If everyday watch,go for Submariner LV, if not,go for AP diver.
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16 March 2014, 06:06 PM
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All nice choices and Im a big fan of the IWC Ingy, but the AP diver is the one to go for, love mine.
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16 March 2014, 06:44 PM
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Diver in a heartbeat
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16 March 2014, 07:32 PM
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"TRF" Member
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I see you all lean toward the AP. Honestly, it is in the top of the list, but since it will a pre-owned acquisition I am having a second thought!
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16 March 2014, 07:36 PM
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A sports Rolex is always good to have. I would take the LVc over the LV, though.
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16 March 2014, 07:39 PM
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Here are wrist shots of the Diver and the Sub LV
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16 March 2014, 07:43 PM
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I apologize for the low quality of the pics!
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16 March 2014, 09:46 PM
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I would def choose the Diver over these, I may even choose it over the Smurf in the future.
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17 March 2014, 06:30 PM
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Did you try the AP on? No comparison to the others.
If you want a beater, go for the sub. |
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17 March 2014, 06:46 PM
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I have tried it on and didn't want to get of my wrist!!
It feels sensational.. |
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17 March 2014, 07:01 PM
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Diver +1
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17 March 2014, 07:20 PM
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AP Diver.
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17 March 2014, 07:45 PM
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17 March 2014, 08:06 PM
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I am surprised that people overwhelmingly chose Diver here in AP Forum...Shocker!
 If you love the Diver you have your answer!
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17 March 2014, 08:19 PM
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Sub for me. I do not like pre-owned, even a diver.
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17 March 2014, 08:33 PM
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I am affraid I agree with the rest here...AP Diver
Looks wonderful on your wrist by the way
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17 March 2014, 11:26 PM
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Depends how old the Diver is...be careful on pre-owned AP's.
If too old, I'd take Sub. or upgrade to factory new Diver. |
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18 March 2014, 08:58 AM
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What could be the issue of buying a pre-owned APs? |
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18 March 2014, 09:10 AM
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One must have a SUB in the collection, so that gets my vote.
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18 March 2014, 09:14 AM
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18 March 2014, 09:23 AM
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18 March 2014, 10:36 AM
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SS Diver gets my vote! Plus it looks great with a Jacket!!!
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18 March 2014, 12:51 PM
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My preference would be for the sub since you have a 15400. Likely due to my bias towards RO vs ROO. As mentioned, I would spring for a ceramic version, unless you dislike the look then I can understand.
Edit: then again hairdude ^ has clearly made a better case than me I digress.... 
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18 March 2014, 02:56 PM
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I think a sub would be a nice compliment to your RO.
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18 March 2014, 04:43 PM
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+1 for the AP Diver on SS bracelet
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18 March 2014, 05:23 PM
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I would go for the AP Diver. I just picked one up about 10 days ago and can't get my eyes off it! Very happy with my decision. I was considering the Deepsea or the Hulk Rolex models, but whe I saw the Diver in person and tried it on I was sold! The fitment is very comfortable for my wrist size and it appears larger than its measurements. Great wrist presence! I found a great deal on the AP Diver and thought that I could always pick up a Deepsea or Hulk later down the road. No regrets for me!
If picking up a used AP Diver, check to see if there is any warranty left, check if any scratches on bezel as it can be scratched easier than some others and lastly ensure all paperwork and boxes are included. Those are my recommendations and opinions. Let us all know what you decide on and post up some photos. 
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18 March 2014, 08:27 PM
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For me it would be either the Diver or the Submariner...I tend to prefer the former's look but the Submariner's size is quite nice as well...
 Diver for me.
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