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gunrnnr · 23 July 2015, 10:17 AM

I am in a quandary over the ROO 44mm in ceramic with the anthracite dial! To begin, I have ALWAYS thought this piece was killer ever since I first saw the pictures of it upon it's release. Now, with some of the members buying them and (kindly I might add) sharing wrist shots of them...I find myself obsessed. I have yet to see one in person, but honestly with all these terrific wrist shots...I feel like I have!

Now let's back up 6-7 months ago and let me state I did already own the ROO 44mm ceramic but the one with the black dial. I actually bought the piece pre-owned (only one I have ever seen as such by the way) and therefore was able to wear it and move on without getting killed. To me though, the black dial ceramic piece and the forged carbon piece looked too similar and as such I couldn't see the $6-7K price difference between the two. However this anthracite dial watch is a whole different animal!

So I know you guys that have picked one up obviously love it other wise you wouldn't have bought it...but is the anthracite dial what put you over the edge? Would you have bought the piece with the black dial? I would love to get some input from the AP fans as this is NOT a cheap watch!

APRolex · 23 July 2015, 10:22 AM

I too am obsessed with the anthracite. I own the 44 steel and love the watch. I'm a serial flipper but it's been a keeper. I saw the anthracite in person and it's quite amazing. No one does ceramic like AP and the ceramic case is too die for coupled with the grey dial with the metallic flange. I love the watch and am holding on till I find one and a reasonable price.

conkers · 23 July 2015, 10:34 AM

I specifically did not want the all black ceramic version - far too monochromatic for me, hence the anthracite was the perfect antidote!

My first one has already gone, but another one arrives soon!

gummy · 23 July 2015, 12:03 PM

I too have only seen pictures...but conversations with people here on TRF that have handled the watch has me leaning towards picking one up

So I have to say go for it!

texex91 · 23 July 2015, 12:52 PM

I owned black ceramic and like Roger found it too black all around. I tried on the anthracite at AP in Le Brassus and the 'pop' factor is amazing on it. You cannot go wrong with that watch and I would grab it based upon your initial toughts.

AMCK87 · 23 July 2015, 12:56 PM

I personally really like the all black ceramic, even more so now that the dial is discontinued. That being said, I have ordered the Anthracite and look forward to having it sometime sooner than later. However, given the price that anthracites are going for (if you can find one), the RG44 is the way to go!

jschmidtdmd · 23 July 2015, 01:16 PM

I'm very happy with my "preowned" anthracite.

Feel like I got a great deal and love the watch. Now the white ceramic diver? That one is expensive!

gunrnnr · 23 July 2015, 01:19 PM

I wish I could find a "pre-owned" one with the anthracite dial! lol

Thanks for the inputs so far guys, keep em coming. I also have the idea to put the watch on a grey Schumacher strap as I'm (thinking anyways) it would go with the anthracite dial.

Marciano490 · 23 July 2015, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by AMehta87

I personally really like the all black ceramic, even more so now that the dial is discontinued. That being said, I have ordered the Anthracite and look forward to having it sometime sooner than later. However, given the price that anthracites are going for (if you can find one), the RG44 is the way to go!

If you're in Manhattan why not go to the boutique and grab the anthracite that's sitting there with your name on it? I saw it just the other week and it was asking for you. Wouldn't shut up about you, acthally. Was kind of awkward.

jschmidtdmd · 23 July 2015, 01:23 PM

To answer your question, I would not have bought it with the black dial. The watch does pop. To be honest I had no attraction to the AP ceramic line, as I have only owned 2 of their RG pieces. This piece though set me off and I'll be getting at least 1, maybe 2 ;) more ceramic pieces.

JPS

jschmidtdmd · 23 July 2015, 01:26 PM

Did you see the white ceramic 44 in NYC?

GB-man · 23 July 2015, 01:29 PM

I need to see this one in person before I can pass judgement but from pictures I love the dial. All black has its place but anthracite might be more interesting in various lighting.

AMCK87 · 23 July 2015, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Marciano490

If you're in Manhattan why not go to the boutique and grab the anthracite that's sitting there with your name on it? I saw it just the other week and it was asking for you. Wouldn't shut up about you, acthally. Was kind of awkward.

Fair question. I saw it a couple weeks ago as well and while I really quite like the anthracite, I don't like it enough to pay full list plus sales tax.

AMCK87 · 23 July 2015, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by jschmidtdmd

Did you see the white ceramic 44 in NYC?

I saw it a couple weeks ago, they have it in stock. As per their salesperson Mark, not selling too well but white ceramic diver is.

jschmidtdmd · 23 July 2015, 01:39 PM

^ive heard the same thing. It's an expensive watch for limited use. I still think it is more tolerable than the white diver IMO.

Marciano490 · 23 July 2015, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by AMehta87

I saw it a couple weeks ago, they have it in stock. As per their salesperson Mark, not selling too well but white ceramic diver is.

I saw it too and liked it more than I thought. The price is whackadoo though. Why am I paying the same amount as for gold? Still, if I spent more time in Miami I might consider it.

el1125 · 23 July 2015, 02:37 PM

I own the 44RG and thinking about getting the anthracite as well. It is a really good looking watch.

Hairdude1 · 23 July 2015, 02:50 PM

It is a looker, when I am in NYC next I need to see it at the boutique

benlee · 23 July 2015, 03:08 PM

I am going to go against the flow and say the all Black C44 is more cooler / nicer than the Anthracite dial C44. I don't like the grey shade of the anthracite dial which while nice, is kind of dull in real life. There is no crispness to it. And I have seen and handle this piece numerous times as well irl. So if I will you, I will not bother with the upgrade. But of course, best to see it for yourself first before you decide. Manhattan AP boutique have both pieces for comparison.

Manofsteelpt · 24 July 2015, 03:13 AM

I think the FC 44 is better than both the CE versions (to ME). That said, I have seen the black dial in person, but not the Anth. The White CE is to die for, but for that $$$, nty.
I love my PT 44 on white rubber, might be my fav of the 3 straps I have for it.

lapince · 24 July 2015, 03:40 AM

I saw both in real, and am not a huge fan for a few reasons, first I am not a big chrono fan, and second I find them a little too big for me, in looks I prefer the ceramic diver to be honest, the 44 which appeals to me is the RG, not the ceramic ones

AK797 · 24 July 2015, 08:05 AM

Anthracite would be my choice.

texex91 · 24 July 2015, 08:09 AM

Anthracite is awesome:

thomaspp · 24 July 2015, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by texex91

Anthracite is awesome:

Nice shot buddy. Did they make you wear the gloves at factory!?

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texex91 · 24 July 2015, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by thomaspp

Nice shot buddy. Did they make you wear the gloves at factory!?

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This was taken at the HQ Boutique (yes you can buy an AP at the factory in Le Brassus). And yes they 'prefer' if you wear gloves to handle the pieces

jschmidtdmd · 24 July 2015, 01:16 PM

Wow. This sounds amazing

Snow-Dweller · 29 July 2015, 11:54 PM

In my very humble opinion the SS is the best looking ROO 44.

23 July 2015, 10:17 AM	#1
gunrnnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 188	I need some 44mm ROO input guys... I am in a quandary over the ROO 44mm in ceramic with the anthracite dial! To begin, I have ALWAYS thought this piece was killer ever since I first saw the pictures of it upon it's release. Now, with some of the members buying them and (kindly I might add) sharing wrist shots of them...I find myself obsessed. I have yet to see one in person, but honestly with all these terrific wrist shots...I feel like I have! Now let's back up 6-7 months ago and let me state I did already own the ROO 44mm ceramic but the one with the black dial. I actually bought the piece pre-owned (only one I have ever seen as such by the way) and therefore was able to wear it and move on without getting killed. To me though, the black dial ceramic piece and the forged carbon piece looked too similar and as such I couldn't see the $6-7K price difference between the two. However this anthracite dial watch is a whole different animal! So I know you guys that have picked one up obviously love it other wise you wouldn't have bought it...but is the anthracite dial what put you over the edge? Would you have bought the piece with the black dial? I would love to get some input from the AP fans as this is NOT a cheap watch!

23 July 2015, 12:56 PM	#6
AMCK87 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: USA Posts: 1,339	I personally really like the all black ceramic, even more so now that the dial is discontinued. That being said, I have ordered the Anthracite and look forward to having it sometime sooner than later. However, given the price that anthracites are going for (if you can find one), the RG44 is the way to go! Attached Images

23 July 2015, 01:16 PM	#7
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	I'm very happy with my "preowned" anthracite. Feel like I got a great deal and love the watch. Now the white ceramic diver? That one is expensive! __________________ Watches!

23 July 2015, 01:23 PM	#10
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	To answer your question, I would not have bought it with the black dial. The watch does pop. To be honest I had no attraction to the AP ceramic line, as I have only owned 2 of their RG pieces. This piece though set me off and I'll be getting at least 1, maybe 2 ;) more ceramic pieces. JPS __________________ Watches!

23 July 2015, 01:26 PM	#11
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	Did you see the white ceramic 44 in NYC? __________________ Watches!

23 July 2015, 10:22 AM	#2
APRolex Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Sam Location: NYC Watch: AP Perp Skeleton Posts: 1,071	I too am obsessed with the anthracite. I own the 44 steel and love the watch. I'm a serial flipper but it's been a keeper. I saw the anthracite in person and it's quite amazing. No one does ceramic like AP and the ceramic case is too die for coupled with the grey dial with the metallic flange. I love the watch and am holding on till I find one and a reasonable price.

23 July 2015, 10:34 AM	#3
conkers "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Roger Location: Hong Kong Watch: Too many! Posts: 6,116	I specifically did not want the all black ceramic version - far too monochromatic for me, hence the anthracite was the perfect antidote! My first one has already gone, but another one arrives soon!

23 July 2015, 12:03 PM	#4
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	I too have only seen pictures...but conversations with people here on TRF that have handled the watch has me leaning towards picking one up So I have to say go for it!

23 July 2015, 12:52 PM	#5
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	I owned black ceramic and like Roger found it too black all around. I tried on the anthracite at AP in Le Brassus and the 'pop' factor is amazing on it. You cannot go wrong with that watch and I would grab it based upon your initial toughts.

23 July 2015, 01:19 PM	#8
gunrnnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 188	I wish I could find a "pre-owned" one with the anthracite dial! lol Thanks for the inputs so far guys, keep em coming. I also have the idea to put the watch on a grey Schumacher strap as I'm (thinking anyways) it would go with the anthracite dial.

23 July 2015, 01:29 PM	#12
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	I need to see this one in person before I can pass judgement but from pictures I love the dial. All black has its place but anthracite might be more interesting in various lighting.

23 July 2015, 01:39 PM	#15
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	^ive heard the same thing. It's an expensive watch for limited use. I still think it is more tolerable than the white diver IMO. __________________ Watches!

23 July 2015, 02:37 PM	#17
el1125 Banned Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: USA Posts: 3,578	I own the 44RG and thinking about getting the anthracite as well. It is a really good looking watch.

23 July 2015, 02:50 PM	#18
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	It is a looker, when I am in NYC next I need to see it at the boutique __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

23 July 2015, 03:08 PM	#19
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	I am going to go against the flow and say the all Black C44 is more cooler / nicer than the Anthracite dial C44. I don't like the grey shade of the anthracite dial which while nice, is kind of dull in real life. There is no crispness to it. And I have seen and handle this piece numerous times as well irl. So if I will you, I will not bother with the upgrade. But of course, best to see it for yourself first before you decide. Manhattan AP boutique have both pieces for comparison.

24 July 2015, 03:13 AM	#20
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	I think the FC 44 is better than both the CE versions (to ME). That said, I have seen the black dial in person, but not the Anth. The White CE is to die for, but for that $$$, nty. I love my PT 44 on white rubber, might be my fav of the 3 straps I have for it.

24 July 2015, 03:40 AM	#21
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	I saw both in real, and am not a huge fan for a few reasons, first I am not a big chrono fan, and second I find them a little too big for me, in looks I prefer the ceramic diver to be honest, the 44 which appeals to me is the RG, not the ceramic ones

24 July 2015, 08:05 AM	#22
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Anthracite would be my choice.

24 July 2015, 08:09 AM	#23
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Anthracite is awesome:

24 July 2015, 01:16 PM	#26
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	Wow. This sounds amazing __________________ Watches!

29 July 2015, 11:54 PM	#27
Snow-Dweller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,284	In my very humble opinion the SS is the best looking ROO 44. __________________ . The path from WIShood to WISdom can have many turnings... ——————————————————————————————————— . 16803. 16570. 18038. 114300. GMW-B5000D.

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