15400 Blue

[Samui]

Hello everyone,

I have officially started the hunt for the 15400 blue dial. I have been calling around the boutiques in Europe and I have some questions about the watch.

I have never really worn a 15400, it will be my daily watch so its very important to me that the watch is comfortable and reliable. For those who own the watch, is the watch comfortable enough to be a daily wearer? Any reliability issues? How does it compare to a daytona if you owned both?

I have been quoted 17800 euros and was asked for a 25% deposit. Is this normal? Should I ask for a discount? How much discount should I ask for?

Any comments about 15400 or the in-house caliber 3120? Can an update be expected in the near future?

Any other advice about the watch or the purchase is appreciated.

[Jfbhd4]

I bought mine off this forum for dramatically less. Almost 30% off that price.

I'd say to talk to davidsw or another reputable seller and see if they can source one for you.

Mine was in perfect condition with box and papers.

Great choice on a piece. You won't be disappointed.


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[Luv2XcelR8]

Originally Posted by Samui

Hello everyone,



I have officially started the hunt for the 15400 blue dial. I have been calling around the boutiques in Europe and I have some questions about the watch.



I have never really worn a 15400, it will be my daily watch so its very important to me that the watch is comfortable and reliable. For those who own the watch, is the watch comfortable enough to be a daily wearer? Any reliability issues? How does it compare to a daytona if you owned both?



I have been quoted 17800 euros and was asked for a 25% deposit. Is this normal? Should I ask for a discount? How much discount should I ask for?



Any comments about 15400 or the in-house caliber 3120? Can an update be expected in the near future?



Any other advice about the watch or the purchase is appreciated.

The watch is perfect. I own a black dial and I am in love with it. It is very reliable and accurate, but hairline scratches form very easily. I am hyper sensitive about being careful with it, and I have still developed some on the band. I can't recommend for everyday use (wear it as much as you want) but you might want to find an additional watch to wear when you don't want to risk it. Enjoy!


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[Luv2XcelR8]

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[BlueIn2Red]

I wear mine every day, couldn't be happier with it. A couple of tiny scratches in six months so far, but they're *my* scratches!

[ippon90]

i recommend daytona for daily wearer. i have 15300 and its very easy to scratch...

[Manofsteelpt]

Originally Posted by ippon90

i recommend daytona for daily wearer. i have 15300 and its very easy to scratch...

Yeah, good call, cuz the Daytona's are scratch proof...

[agsstructures]

I wear my 15400 daily and love it. It's extremely reliable also.

[imperio]

Originally Posted by knobberboy

I wear my 15400 daily and love it. It's extremely reliable also.

What do you mean by reliable?

[GB-man]

For this particular watch I would source it via a seller here like David or thanh. Or anyone you trust. Reason being is LNIB examples can be had for 4000 usd less than what you are being quoted and the watch is somewhat tricky to source at a discount given its "boutique" status.

With that out of the way, 15400 is a great watch. Comfortable and totally prepared for daily wear provided you aren't overly ocd about wear. Royal oaks don't scratch any more than daytonas but for some, the wear against the beautiful finishing of a royal oak is too much to bear!

[Samui]

I sent the deposit. Excited for my first AP. I will get it end of July. Thanks everyone for your inputs.

[ChrisInCharlotte]

Originally Posted by Samui

I sent the deposit. Excited for my first AP. I will get it end of July. Thanks everyone for your inputs.

Congrats, you're going to love it

[WristEnvy]

Congrats! Can't wait to see it. My eyes are also set on this watch!

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[s14roller]

Congrats! I have a blue 15400 and had a Daytona. 15400 is a nicer watch, although Daytona is probably easier to beat around. I have the new Daytona-C on order.

[wisguy]

Owned both the 15400 and 116520 in the past.

Both can be lerfect daily wearers, reliability and comfort I think are similar. Might be easier to geta good fit onthe Daytona as the Royal Oak has no microadjustments nor easy link.

I had to get a 1.5 link to get a good fit.

The 15400 is the better watch in my mind.

[Jfbhd4]

Originally Posted by ChrisInCharlotte

Congrats, you're going to love it

I wonder what percentage of people who post on here about " should I buy this AP?" make the purchase?

Gotta be close to 100%.

We are all enablers.


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[GB-man]

Originally Posted by Samui

I sent the deposit. Excited for my first AP. I will get it end of July. Thanks everyone for your inputs.

Congrats! Please post some pics when it arrives

[KJBLK]

I have a 15400 in rose gold and a Submariner in yellow gold. They're both comfortable, however when I wear the 15400 I'm aware that I'm wearing it all the time, whereas with the Submariner it's so comfortable that I forget I'm wearing it. Perhaps it suits the shape of my wrist better?

[Samui]

Originally Posted by ChrisInCharlotte

Congrats, you're going to love it

Originally Posted by WristEnvy

Congrats! Can't wait to see it. My eyes are also set on this watch!

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Originally Posted by s14roller

Congrats! I have a blue 15400 and had a Daytona. 15400 is a nicer watch, although Daytona is probably easier to beat around. I have the new Daytona-C on order.

Originally Posted by GB-man

Congrats! Please post some pics when it arrives

Thank you. Im happy to be a part of the club now.


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[RXAPPP]

Highly unlikely you will get a discount on blue face. Maybe 10-20% on black or white, maybe a little more from the grey market. Get the blue, stunning and comfortable watch. It's wearability however depends on your own circumstances. If you wear to enjoy (as one should) and don't worry about scratches and the like it's an all day every day option

[TickTopia]

Congrats in advance

[mrhoju]

I'm sure you've gone through this option, but make sure you mention or check the boutique if they participate in the global blue or tax free program. If you're not an EU citizen or don't have residency here, you can get almost 20% back

[Samui]

Originally Posted by Broxi

Highly unlikely you will get a discount on blue face. Maybe 10-20% on black or white, maybe a little more from the grey market. Get the blue, stunning and comfortable watch. It's wearability however depends on your own circumstances. If you wear to enjoy (as one should) and don't worry about scratches and the like it's an all day every day option

I asked if 5% discount was possible. They said no so im paying retail. Great to hear. Scratches dont bother me :)

[Samui]

Originally Posted by mrhoju

I'm sure you've gone through this option, but make sure you mention or check the boutique if they participate in the global blue or tax free program. If you're not an EU citizen or don't have residency here, you can get almost 20% back

I havent mentioned this to them yet I plan on doing it when Im in the boutique end of july.

[Samui]

Originally Posted by TickTopia

Congrats in advance

Thanks. Really looking forward to it.

[masyv6]

This thread is dangerous for my wallet. I'm between a 15300/15400 and a DD40 as my next piece