RO 38mm Chronograph opinions

[Il-Re]

Originally Posted by AEV

I'd wait and see if they will release 38mm chrono with inhouse movement next year. I can't have an AP with non inhouse movement and especially closed case back.
But everyone's different.

On that note, it's been said here and also in the media that the 15550 has Vaucher movement. Yet AP still puts the logo on the rotor and open case back.

While for the F.Piquet movement in the 38mm chrono, they don't do that.

Does anyone know why is this the case? Do they modify the Vaucher movement so then they can call it in-house?

I thought the 15500 movement was in-house?

[AEV]

Originally Posted by Il-Re

I thought the 15500 movement was in-house?

Yes, 15500 as well as 15510 (41mm time only RO) use in house 4302 caliber.

But we are talking 15550, the 37mm time only RO.

[RolexBHR]

For small to midsize wrist this is the best option after the jumbo. Ive had the blue panda for a few years now and it never ceases to put a smile on my face every time I wear it.

[messikens]

Originally Posted by rajurama

Im keen on pulling the trigger on the 38mm Chronograph in SS , as that's the best RO that my wrists can manage. I will be going grey as I don't have patience to play the AD games nor am I keen to add many APs.

Currently the market seems soft on these so might aswell check the SS wishlist.

I would like to get opinions from current owners or people who have tried these on, I am aware it has the old module movement so waiting for an upgraded version makes sense or go with the tried and tested FP module movement.

Adding random photos of me wearing the 43mm Offshore and 38mm RO to show what suits better.
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The 38mm is a fantastic choice, esp seeing some of the recent pics in this thread the silver face is really nice.

Please do NOT get the 43mm, it looks laughable on your wrist...

Wouldn't be too concerned about movements, the current movement is just fine. A new movement is just that, it won't suddenly have an AI function