15300 Would you ?

[Nauti]

Hi All

ok big Rolex / PP fan

but wanting a change so AP RO it is I think

I cant get away with the 15400/ 15500 as just too big for me

will a 15300 wear similar to a 2005 Sub ? or is it bigger ?

they do look exquisite

[maciej]

Originally Posted by Nauti

Hi All

ok big Rolex / PP fan

but wanting a change so AP RO it is I think

I cant get away with the 15400/ 15500 as just too big for me

will a 15300 wear similar to a 2005 Sub ? or is it bigger ?

they do look exquisite

I'd look at the 15450.

[RHIII]

The 15300 is a PHENOMENAL watch — and (to me) is the perfect size - the 39mm embodies the more traditional AP style.

Having said that It doesn’t wear anything like a sub - in terms of size, comfort etc. The bracelet is VERY different as well - and will take some getting used to - especially compared to Rolex.

(I am a BIG AP fan - and Patek as well)

I would highly recommend the 300 over the 4/500s.

The 450 is an option too...




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[V25V]

Absolutely. Best RO in my opinion. I often teeter on the jumbo over this but in the end, its just perfect for me.

[Nauti]

Originally Posted by V25V

Absolutely. Best RO in my opinion. I often teeter on the jumbo over this but in the end, its just perfect for me.

wow that looks fantastic

[Kjp061987]

Originally Posted by V25V

Absolutely. Best RO in my opinion. I often teeter on the jumbo over this but in the end, its just perfect for me.

Great shot! I’ve still been unable to see a 15300 in person, but it’s clear that it’s the sweet spot.


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[yoast]

15300 is definitely the way to go.. feels a lot more solid (to me) than a 15202 too...
Screw in crown, water resistant, quickset date, thicker and wel proportioned case and bracelet...

I had the blue one, but now actually prefer the black as it is the only 15300 dial that has a sunburst effect...

[Skanse]

I had the blue one, but now actually prefer the black as it is the only 15300 dial that has a sunburst effect...

I didn't know the black had the sunburst effect. I sometimes miss the sunburst on my blue dial RO

[pepsiretail]

Best AP Royal Oak imho.



Screw crown, more solid and second hand make it more appealing to me than the 15202. Love the Stern Frères dials as well. Also, it is possible to get both black and white dials from AP so you can change up the look.



The watch wears differently from Rolex pro models, as the bracelet is rounder on the wrist.



Unless you have a very small wrist I would not even consider a 15450, imho it won’t wear like a RO was intended.



Condition is critical but a mint AP serviced box papers is actually a tremendous buy considering how much better suited it is to most people than the 41mm versions.

[J to the Z]

I agree with all the points mentioned here. It’s an outstanding reference that retains the history of the original royal oak in size/proportions but adds some very useful modern features.




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[yoast]

Originally Posted by Skanse

I didn't know the black had the sunburst effect. I sometimes miss the sunburst on my blue dial RO

As did I. The black dials of the 15300, 15400 and 15500 are all the same.
Below is a pic of my 15300 next to a new 15500 so you can see the dials are identical.

Please also note the disproportionate size of the 15500’s bezel in combination with the dial and the markers. (Too thin?) I believe this pic really shows the 15300’s proportions are best of all royal oaks, even the vintage ones. (IMO)

[Vipes]

Originally Posted by yoast

As did I. The black dials of the 15300, 15400 and 15500 are all the same.
Below is a pic of my 15300 next to a new 15500 so you can see the dials are identical.

Please also note the disproportionate size of the 15500’s bezel in combination with the dial and the markers. (Too thin?) I believe this pic really shows the 15300’s proportions are best of all royal oaks, even the vintage ones. (IMO)

Good assessment. Completely agree.

[Claymie]

I love the silver dial 15400 but not the matte white that’s on the 15300. If you could have the 15300 size with the silver dial of the 15400 I’d be a taker.

[OTWT]

The 15300 is a great piece and a great size.


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[pepsiretail]

Originally Posted by yoast

As did I. The black dials of the 15300, 15400 and 15500 are all the same.
Below is a pic of my 15300 next to a new 15500 so you can see the dials are identical.

Please also note the disproportionate size of the 15500’s bezel in combination with the dial and the markers. (Too thin?) I believe this pic really shows the 15300’s proportions are best of all royal oaks, even the vintage ones. (IMO)

This pic really shows how perfect the 15300 proportions are, bezel to dial and case to bracelet ratios are so well balanced.

[Skanse]

Originally Posted by yoast

As did I. The black dials of the 15300, 15400 and 15500 are all the same.
Below is a pic of my 15300 next to a new 15500 so you can see the dials are identical.

Please also note the disproportionate size of the 15500’s bezel in combination with the dial and the markers. (Too thin?) I believe this pic really shows the 15300’s proportions are best of all royal oaks, even the vintage ones. (IMO)

How much does AP charge for a dial replacement?



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[Commonproject]

15300 dials are very flat compared to the 15400 and 15450, even the 15202.

[Nauti]

So I have found one in UK ....but.....Its a Blue dial but started life as a white ..and has no box or papers just an extract from the AP archives....

bracelet scuffing but other than that ok

Am I better waiting for an all original 'Blue' from birth with all the bits ?

or would you consider a swopped dial example without B&P ?

[yoast]

Originally Posted by Nauti

So I have found one in UK ....but.....Its a Blue dial but started life as a white ..and has no box or papers just an extract from the AP archives....

bracelet scuffing but other than that ok

Am I better waiting for an all original 'Blue' from birth with all the bits ?

or would you consider a swopped dial example without B&P ?

All depends on price and condition.
Personally I would only get a full set, preferably recently serviced.

[Nauti]

Originally Posted by yoast

All depends on price and condition.
Personally I would only get a full set, preferably recently serviced.

its circa $ 27'000 which feels too much now I know its a dial swop and only has extract from AP reg and not papers..

the hunt continues...great watches..

[yoast]

Originally Posted by Nauti

its circa $ 27'000 which feels too much now I know its a dial swop and only has extract from AP reg and not papers..

the hunt continues...great watches..

That would definitely be a no go for me....

[pepsiretail]

Originally Posted by Commonproject

15300 dials are very flat compared to the 15400 and 15450, even the 15202.

Not really lol, they are actually sublime. Look at the comparison pic with the 15500 above, very similar





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[pepsiretail]

Originally Posted by Nauti

Hi All



ok big Rolex / PP fan



but wanting a change so AP RO it is I think



I cant get away with the 15400/ 15500 as just too big for me



will a 15300 wear similar to a 2005 Sub ? or is it bigger ?



they do look exquisite

Here is my BLNR and 15300 from today






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[Brazil]

Originally Posted by pepsiretail

Here is my BLNR and 15300 from today

Just picked up a white dial 15300 as my first AP and absolutely love it. My wrist is on the small side and it fits me perfectly. Also own a BLNR and SubC LV and it's the perfect trio for me right now! If OP can find one in good condition for a good price I say go for it

[RoyalOac]

my ATF watch in my collection. Never ever letting this one go.

[seansong93]

For someone with a smaller wrist, I'd also recommend looking at the 38mm chronographs that just came out last year. The grey dial is pretty amazing, you get the solidness of a 15300 and boutique exclusive.

[descartes]

15300 is a killer, especially the blue dial. Size and construction is perfect. (In many ways I prefer it to even the 15202 because it is slightly more robust, yet still very thin, and with a screw down crown, quick set date and second hand).

It wears very similar to a 40mm (non-ceramic) sub.

[Xeer]

The 15300 is still largely undervalued compared to its 400/500 counterparts.

A growing classic, grab one while you can!

[myporsche]

Originally Posted by yoast

As did I. The black dials of the 15300, 15400 and 15500 are all the same.
Below is a pic of my 15300 next to a new 15500 so you can see the dials are identical.

Please also note the disproportionate size of the 15500’s bezel in combination with the dial and the markers. (Too thin?) I believe this pic really shows the 15300’s proportions are best of all royal oaks, even the vintage ones. (IMO)

Well said, the 15300 (and 15400 IMO) definitely looks more "Royal Oaky", not feeling the thinner bezel which is similarly repeated on the back, thicker case, fatter markers, and prototype looking dial. I do however like the new movement but not the rotor.

[huncho]

Originally Posted by pepsiretail

Not really lol, they are actually sublime. Look at the comparison pic with the 15500 above, very similar





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very nice watch but that dial is indeed flat compared to newer models. i guess it's white on the 15300 and "silver" on the others