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Old 28 May 2016, 11:14 PM   #1
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Why does it seem that Audmars Piguet are more expensive than Rolex?

Why are AP's ridiculously more expensive than Rolex?? Is it the hip hop/celebrity status that has made AP what it is? Will the popularity of AP drop? I'll always be a Rolex man, but when I was in Vegas last weekend. I couldn't believe the prices at the AP store in the Crystal's mall.
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:16 PM   #2
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it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:17 PM   #3
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Why are AP's ridiculously more expensive than Rolex?? Is it the hip hop/celebrity status that has made AP what it is? Will the popularity of AP drop?
Much less supply of AP's than Rolex and they have a higher prestige (reputation wise) as a true high end watchmaker....nearer to A Langhe & PP etc.
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:18 PM   #4
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it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:19 PM   #5
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Why is your question aimed at AP? Why not include Patek, Breguet, Hublot or VC?




I notice you edited your post to include: "I'll always be a Rolex man, but when I was in Vegas last weekend. I couldn't believe the prices at the AP store in the Crystal's mall."

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Old 28 May 2016, 11:20 PM   #6
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Stay out of the Patek store. God forbid you enter the Richard Mille or Greubel Forsey store
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:33 PM   #7
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Contrary to what you may believe, Rolex is not at the top of the price range in Horology.
Big misconception, but since Rolex is at the top for marketing and brand recognition the general public assumes they are the end all be all.


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Old 28 May 2016, 11:46 PM   #8
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Why is your question aimed at AP? Why not include Patek, Breguet, Hublot or VC?




I notice you edited your post to include: "I'll always be a Rolex man, but when I was in Vegas last weekend. I couldn't believe the prices at the AP store in the Crystal's mall."

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When I was in Vegas last week, it seemed 70% of the players at the bj & craps tables had AP's on. I don't know if they were real or not. Didn't see any other watches.
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:48 PM   #9
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it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex

What makes them more expensive in your opinion?
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:51 PM   #10
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What makes them more expensive in your opinion?
The prices are higher.

You could do a little research, maybe.
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:51 PM   #11
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Stay out of the Patek store. God forbid you enter the Richard Mille or Greubel Forsey store
You're not kidding about Greubel and Foresy. I touched one (not tried on) a long time ago that was $750k. Gorgious but goodness...
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Old 28 May 2016, 11:52 PM   #12
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In the Horological hierarchy

I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5

AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive

PP are the Rolls Royce of watches
Lange are the Aston Martins
Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron
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Old 29 May 2016, 12:07 AM   #13
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it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex
....Accurate statement....
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Old 29 May 2016, 12:10 AM   #14
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More limited supply, hence more exclusive, better dial and case finishing, better movement decoration etc..

For the above reasons, people willing to pay more for it then Rolex. That is also true of other haute horology brands.
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Old 29 May 2016, 12:37 AM   #15
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In the Horological hierarchy

I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5

AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive

PP are the Rolls Royce of watches
Lange are the Aston Martins
Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron


Thanks for breaking it down. Looks like you hit it on the head .


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Old 29 May 2016, 12:39 AM   #16
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The prices are higher.



You could do a little research, maybe.


No thanks...that's why I have friends on here to help out. ✌🏻✌🏻


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Old 29 May 2016, 12:49 AM   #17
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One advantage of the Rolex is its international recognition and it's quick turnover on the grey market. Once I have reached my collection goal of 6 Rolexes, I will probably start trading in for an AP and a Lange.
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Old 29 May 2016, 01:06 AM   #20
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Why does it seem that Audmars Piguet are more expensive than Rolex?

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Old 29 May 2016, 01:16 AM   #21
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I used to be all about Rolex. Then I screwed up and bought a 15400. Last week I bought a ROO 44mm SS. Now I'm in big trouble because next is a Patek. I hate this hobby.
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Old 29 May 2016, 01:25 AM   #22
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In the Horological hierarchy

I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5

AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive

PP are the Rolls Royce of watches
Lange are the Aston Martins
Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron
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Old 29 May 2016, 01:34 AM   #23
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Stay out of the Patek store. God forbid you enter the Richard Mille or Greubel Forsey store
Hell, I know what prices to expect and I'd still feel lightheaded in there!

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it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex
Funny how that works

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What makes them more expensive in your opinion?
Well, AP has been around longer, is owned by its original families, and does higher end watch movements/finishing/complications. I'm sure you can add some other things in, but those are just a couple reasons why AP is more expensive than Rolex.
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Old 29 May 2016, 02:04 AM   #24
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Hell, I know what prices to expect and I'd still feel lightheaded in there!







Funny how that works







Well, AP has been around longer, is owned by its original families, and does higher end watch movements/finishing/complications. I'm sure you can add some other things in, but those are just a couple reasons why AP is more expensive than Rolex.


Oh wow! Family owned is pretty impressive. Thanks for insight. It all makes sense now.


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Old 29 May 2016, 02:24 AM   #25
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rolex is good to start with...eventually ap, along, patek and then RM

I'm done with rolex

the only thing i lust after now is an RM and a minute repeater
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In the Horological hierarchy

I feel that Rolex are like a BMW, sub = 3 series, Daytona = 5 series, PM= 7 series. Of course you can get the DSSD as your X5

AP are more like a Bentley, more prestigious and more exclusive

PP are the Rolls Royce of watches
Lange are the Aston Martins
Richard Mille are the Bugatti Veyron


I happen to like Aston Martin and ALS... Perfect fit ha ha


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Old 29 May 2016, 02:35 AM   #28
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Why is Rolex more expensive than tag? Same reasons apply to Rolex vs AP.


I always wonder why people say that go from Rolex to AP then to Patek and finally RM. At first I thought about going down this path but AP really has two levels of watches. Their entry level RO and ROOs and then their perpetual calendars, tourbillons, concepts, grand comps, etc. I've tried to get a Patek but I like sport watches so Patek does nothing for me and while I love RM I would rather have a schumi lap timer or ROO tourbillon chrono over an RM. Both movements are made by APRP and AP has a way stronger history and will be in business and independent much longer.
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Old 29 May 2016, 03:40 AM   #29
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Why is Rolex more expensive than tag? Same reasons apply to Rolex vs AP.


I always wonder why people say that go from Rolex to AP then to Patek and finally RM. At first I thought about going down this path but AP really has two levels of watches. Their entry level RO and ROOs and then their perpetual calendars, tourbillons, concepts, grand comps, etc. I've tried to get a Patek but I like sport watches so Patek does nothing for me and while I love RM I would rather have a schumi lap timer or ROO tourbillon chrono over an RM. Both movements are made by APRP and AP has a way stronger history and will be in business and independent much longer.
I feel AP doesn't always compete in the same market as Patek unless you are just comparing it to the Patek Nautilus series. I don't think RM really competes with Patek as their watches are very different from Patek watches. Only thing is the price ranges may overlap, but I feel Patek competes more with VC and ALS and these 3 brands are better known for their dress watches, rather than their sports watches. In this regard, Rolex probably competes more head to head with Omega with their sports watches.
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it's not that AP seems more expensive than rolex

its that AP IS more expensive than rolex
You said what I was thinking!
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