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Old 19 March 2020, 09:21 AM   #1
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Best AP under 20k ?

Hi All.

Looking to make an AP purchase in the sub 20k market. Prefer 42-44mm. Chrono and plan to swap to a steel bracelet. Can anyone make a suggestion on the best reference to look for ?

Thanks !
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Old 19 March 2020, 09:38 AM   #2
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I'd go with a 26170TI.OO.1000TI.01
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Old 19 March 2020, 09:52 AM   #3
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Wonderful Reference !
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Old 19 March 2020, 11:35 AM   #4
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I'm in the same boat and went for an offshore elephant. Versatile, most with an the upgraded movement if you send for service and commonly under 20k.

Alternatively a 38 mm panda (smaller than you asked) but stunning.





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Old 19 March 2020, 10:46 PM   #5
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I would get a 44mm if you want a chrono, possibly a Panda SS is in your budget.

https://www.chrono24.co.uk/audemarsp...id14541451.htm
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Old 23 March 2020, 06:01 AM   #6
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Think the options are going to expand in short order
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Old 23 March 2020, 04:23 PM   #7
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Think the options are going to expand in short order
Wait six weeks and all current production SS Royal Oaks will be under 20K. Maybe not the 15202. Maybe.
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Old 24 March 2020, 11:11 AM   #8
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I'd go with a 26170TI.OO.1000TI.01

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Old 24 March 2020, 12:11 PM   #9
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Wait six weeks and all current production SS Royal Oaks will be under 20K. Maybe not the 15202. Maybe.
Been thinking of selling my sub nd and upgrading, but will wait
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Old 24 March 2020, 05:48 PM   #10
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I don’t think AP will suffer as poorly as some other brands as there isn’t the same level of hype to start with as say a Richard Mille.


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Old 25 March 2020, 04:49 AM   #11
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Think the options are going to expand in short order
I am patiently waiting... with cash in hand. The only thing that could possibly thwart my AP purchase is if a Sky Dweller comes in.
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Old 25 March 2020, 10:18 AM   #12
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offshore elephant is gorgeous
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Old 25 March 2020, 01:47 PM   #13
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AP Diver...sportier than RO and less bulky than ROOC. Perfect imo
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Old 25 March 2020, 11:21 PM   #14
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AP Diver...sportier than RO and less bulky than ROOC. Perfect imo

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Old 12 May 2020, 03:27 PM   #15
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Old 12 May 2020, 05:28 PM   #16
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get one with a ceramic bezel 44mm if you can otherwise the scratches will bother you as they will get scratched up.
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Old 12 May 2020, 06:57 PM   #17
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I would get a 44mm if you want a chrono, possibly a Panda SS is in your budget.

https://www.chrono24.co.uk/audemarsp...id14541451.htm
That is a lot of watch for the money
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Here's a RO Diver on a bracelet for your reference.
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