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pearson1995 · 5 June 2017, 06:09 AM

Which is your personal favourite? Carbon fibre, steel, Rose gold?

Im wanting one as an everyday watch and am drawn to how light the Carbon is... I can imagine its extremely comfortable.

Just wanting some opinions.

AshAP · 5 June 2017, 06:26 AM

You really can't go wrong with any of the 44s.

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tyler1980 · 5 June 2017, 06:28 AM

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Originally Posted by pearson1995

Which is your personal favourite? Carbon fibre, steel, Rose gold?

Im wanting one as an everyday watch and am drawn to how light the Carbon is... I can imagine its extremely comfortable.

Just wanting some opinions.

Novelty as in "new" release? In that case there are 3 choices: Titanium, Rose Gold, and Ceramic.

There are also discontinued models which are not "novelties" despite the nickname that has stuck. Those are RG, Steel, CF, Ceramic (a few different dial options) and I'm sure I'm missing a couple as well. The platinum is there too, not sure if that is discontinued or not

Personally I like the new RG but most here will lean toward the older model RG, its the forum's favorite. The new titanium is awesome too. FC has been discontinued for awhile so I'm guessing the AD stock is gone and you would have to go the pre owned route.

tyler1980 · 5 June 2017, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by AshAP

You really can't go wrong with any of the 44s.

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this answer is better than mine... nailed it

GB-man · 5 June 2017, 07:01 AM

I have tried them all on and frankly I like them all. This one is super light and also reasonably priced!

AK797 · 5 June 2017, 08:15 AM

For everyday the Ti, in a collection the RG.

Manofsteelpt · 5 June 2017, 08:23 AM

The FC is amazing, and would be my choice... unless you wanna go platty

Of the actual 2017 Novelties, Ti.

AshAP · 5 June 2017, 08:26 AM

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The FC is amazing, and would be my choice... unless you wanna go platty :naughty

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HL65 · 5 June 2017, 08:47 AM

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I have tried them all on and frankly I like them all. This one is super light and also reasonably priced!

That is so nice...Great shot too Tom! This one my favorite of the new releases.

texex91 · 5 June 2017, 08:57 AM

First--GREAT choice in AP!

Owned all of the 'old versions'...some 2-3 times (it's that good a design).

I loved all of them but the RG and ceramic stood out for me. In the newer editions the Ti stands out to me.

You cannot go wrong...look forward to your incoming!

Manofsteelpt · 5 June 2017, 09:01 AM

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Owned all of the 'old versions'...some 2-3 times (it's that good a design).

Oh I love this!

Paul was The Godfather of AP... Now he's the Godfather of RM

texex91 · 5 June 2017, 09:05 AM

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Oh I love this!

Paul was The Godfather of AP... Now he's the Godfather of RM

I wish, but I'll take the compliment my friend

GB-man · 5 June 2017, 09:08 AM

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That is so nice...Great shot too Tom! This one my favorite of the new releases.

Thanks Ken! After drooling over your insane ceramic anthracite shots I'm pleased that AP released this Ti version for me so I could play.

This watch is so comfortable! Right up there with the ceramic diver in my book. I honestly can't imagine a watch of this size being more comfortable that doesn't have Mille on the dial

texex91 · 5 June 2017, 09:11 AM

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This watch is so comfortable! Right up there with the ceramic diver in my book. I honestly can't imagine a watch of this size being more comfortable that doesn't have Mille on the dial

Tom the Ti looks great on you...I love it

HL65 · 5 June 2017, 09:22 AM

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Thanks Ken! After drooling over your insane ceramic anthracite shots I'm pleased that AP released this Ti version for me so I could play.

This watch is so comfortable! Right up there with the ceramic diver in my book. I honestly can't imagine a watch of this size being more comfortable that doesn't have Mille on the dial

Can't wait to feel how light it is tomorrow when mine comes in Tom!

DeeTee · 5 June 2017, 09:31 AM

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Can't wait to feel how light it is tomorrow when mine comes in Tom!

Congrats!

GB-man · 5 June 2017, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by texex91

Tom the Ti looks great on you...I love it

Thanks Paul

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Can't wait to feel how light it is tomorrow when mine comes in Tom!

I'm sure you'll love it Ken. Congrats and finally someone with some camera skills has one in their hands. Watch out the 44 Ti is about to receive the Highlander bump.

Let's start counting the incomings in the weeks following kens pics in the WRUW

HL65 · 5 June 2017, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by DeeTee

Congrats!

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Thanks Paul

I'm sure you'll love it Ken. Congrats and finally someone with some camera skills has one in their hands. Watch out the 44 Ti is about to receive the Highlander bump.

Let's start counting the incomings in the weeks following kens pics in the WRUW

Thanks Tom

I like that the Highlander Bump

texex91 · 5 June 2017, 10:03 AM

Ken is back into AP

Ti is perfect choice congrats my friend!

masterserg · 5 June 2017, 10:13 AM

My favorite of the new releases is the ceramic. My all time is either the old RG or the platty. Either way, they are all amazing and you can't go wrong.

HL65 · 5 June 2017, 10:17 AM

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Ken is back into AP

Ti is perfect choice congrats my friend!

Thanks my friend and have a few AP's coming.

Sorry OP not trying to hijack your thread!

gwalker · 5 June 2017, 10:25 AM

That's one of the 2 I'm really considering.... I'm in LOVE.

Or

Just for reference

Long sleepless nights ahead....

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Manofsteelpt · 5 June 2017, 11:04 AM

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I wish, but I'll take the compliment my friend

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Originally Posted by HL65

Can't wait to feel how light it is tomorrow when mine comes in Tom!

Congrats, Ken.

AK797 · 5 June 2017, 11:49 AM

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Thanks my friend and have a few AP's coming.

Sorry OP not trying to hijack your thread!

Hijack away, my friend, OP is in UK so he's ages away from actually being able to buy one.

mickyd329 · 5 June 2017, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by pearson1995

Which is your personal favourite? Carbon fibre, steel, Rose gold?

Im wanting one as an everyday watch and am drawn to how light the Carbon is... I can imagine its extremely comfortable.

Just wanting some opinions.

All of the above. You can't go wrong with any of them.

tyler1980 · 5 June 2017, 05:21 PM

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All of the above. You can't go wrong with any of them.

I can also say there is not one 44 that i would not have or wear if i could get them all. Some don't photograph well, but every single one i have seen in person I love.

Since we can't have them all, we have favorites of course, but what sometimes gets lost in the this one or that one discussion is they are all superb. Choosing one over another is in no way a knock on the ones we don't end up with.

pearson1995 · 5 June 2017, 05:37 PM

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I can also say there is not one 44 that i would not have or wear if i could get them all. Some don't photograph well, but every single one i have seen in person I love.

Since we can't have them all, we have favorites of course, but what sometimes gets lost in the this one or that one discussion is they are all superb. Choosing one over another is in no way a knock on the ones we don't end up with.

Thanks for your replies, I'm torn between the rose gold (26401RO.OO.A002.CA.01) and forged carbon (26400.AU.OO.A002CA.01)

I won't talk about the pros of each, there are too many, but the disadvantages,

FC I would be wearing to the gym and daily wear, worried if I damage the carbon it can't be polished out and will remain damaged or a hefty bill from AP

Ro again I would be wearing daily, is it a very heavy watch? I have quite small wrists you see.

Thanks

tyler1980 · 5 June 2017, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by pearson1995

Thanks for your replies, I'm torn between the rose gold (26401RO.OO.A002.CA.01) and forged carbon (26400.AU.OO.A002CA.01)

I won't talk about the pros of each, there are too many, but the disadvantages,

FC I would be wearing to the gym and daily wear, worried if I damage the carbon it can't be polished out and will remain damaged or a hefty bill from AP

Ro again I would be wearing daily, is it a very heavy watch? I have quite small wrists you see.

Thanks

RG is heavy. I love mine but for me, it is not an every day watch. Not prohibitively heavy, but you know its there.

The FC is prone to damage especially on the corners wearing down from what i have heard. The RG is damage prone too as its softer than steel. Wearing carefully, neither are an issue.

Personally no matter the material, i would not wear a 44 to the gym. But I'm sure some do without issue .

pearson1995 · 5 June 2017, 05:55 PM

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RG is heavy. I love mine but for me, it is not an every day watch. Not prohibitively heavy, but you know its there.

The FC is prone to damage especially on the corners wearing down from what i have heard. The RG is damage prone too as its softer than steel. Wearing carefully, neither are an issue.

Personally no matter the material, i would not wear a 44 to the gym. But I'm sure some do without issue .

Not regarding looks, just functionality. Is the titanium best of both worlds. Light and strong?

tyler1980 · 5 June 2017, 06:02 PM

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Not regarding looks, just functionality. Is the titanium best of both worlds. Light and strong?

that is a fair statement. I would agree. If i was choosing a 44 as an everyday watch, thats probably what i would end up with.

For every day use/ wearing in all situations my opinion on materials are as follows
ceramic. light but more brittle
Platinum. heavy/softer material
gold. heavy/softer material
FC. light but the edges can wear down
Steel. good every day/all around choice
titanium good every day/all around choice

5 June 2017, 06:09 AM	#1
pearson1995 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: England Posts: 939	Novelty 44, which one Which is your personal favourite? Carbon fibre, steel, Rose gold? Im wanting one as an everyday watch and am drawn to how light the Carbon is... I can imagine its extremely comfortable. Just wanting some opinions. __________________ The collection is never complete

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GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	I have tried them all on and frankly I like them all. This one is super light and also reasonably priced! __________________

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Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	The FC is amazing, and would be my choice... unless you wanna go platty Of the actual 2017 Novelties, Ti. __________________ "Best to stay silent and have the world think you're a fool than to speak and remove all doubt." SMD

5 June 2017, 10:13 AM	#20
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	My favorite of the new releases is the ceramic. My all time is either the old RG or the platty. Either way, they are all amazing and you can't go wrong. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

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gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	Novelty 44, which one That's one of the 2 I'm really considering.... I'm in LOVE. Or Just for reference Long sleepless nights ahead.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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AshAP "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ash Location: UK Watch: AP Royal Oak Posts: 4,544	You really can't go wrong with any of the 44s. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	For everyday the Ti, in a collection the RG.

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texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	First--GREAT choice in AP! Owned all of the 'old versions'...some 2-3 times (it's that good a design). I loved all of them but the RG and ceramic stood out for me. In the newer editions the Ti stands out to me. You cannot go wrong...look forward to your incoming!

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texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Ken is back into AP Ti is perfect choice congrats my friend!

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