15400/15202 comparison

[scimps]

I was lucky enough to try both on yday - but although in my mind the 15202 was the place to be : the assistant said he thought the 15400 was a better size for me

What do you guys think?

I guess - the other thing is I believe the 15202 to be that little bit more special- I've had a 15400 before but in steel and so the change up to OR version wasn't quite as exciting as the completely new (to me) movement I get going 15202

[Relyt]

First photo.


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[Robert993]

15202. No questions asked...

[PJ S]

The sales assistant wasn’t wrong.
The 15202 looks the equivalent of you trying on clothes or shoes that are at least a size too small.
After a month or so’s regular usage, you’ll have forgotten all about the movement – like I’ve said before in other threads, familiarity breeds contempt.
In other words, it’s all thrill of the chase at the moment, but once you have it, then it’s not such a big deal any more – which you’ve already echoed in your comments.

[HL65]

Ignore them and get the Jumbo...The 15202OR is a special watch and the favorite in my collection. I wouldn't compromise and get the one you have wanted as I have read your previous threads on it.

[AK797]

Both look good on you, maybe the 400 fits you a bit better as you seem to have large wrists.

[HL65]

PS Here is my 15202OR on my 7.5 inch wrist. Again don't listen to the sales person listen to your heart. I think you'd regret it in the long run but to each his own and its your decision. Best of luck,



Extra thin & Extra sleek

[gummy]

Scoop that 15202 and be done - Looks great!

[GB-man]

You're right. The 15202 is a little bit more special. I think the size is fine on you. Often in these comparisons I tell the person to go for the 15400 and pocket the change, but this is a more significant purchase and you should get exactly what you want!

[Peterandwatches]

15202 works as a smaller gold dress watch, but I do think the 15400 looks more fitting.

[masyv6]

No substitute for the 15202

[mrhoju]

Stunners both of them. All about personal opinion and what speaks to you. I'm picking up my 15202 in a few days. I was lucky enough to compare both and really you can't go wrong with either. For me, the grand tapissere didn't appeal to me as much. I really liked the smaller tapissere on the 15202. Also for me, the caseback seemed more symmetric and balanced on the 15202. The edge between the case and the sapphire on the 15400 seemed a bit too thick for my taste. Losing the second hand isn't necessarily the end of the world as I really like how the moved the AP down to the 6 oclock position and made the automatic text smaller. But this is what I was looking for. Happy hunting.

[sathwik]

Originally Posted by mrhoju

Stunners both of them. All about personal opinion and what speaks to you. I'm picking up my 15202 in a few days. I was lucky enough to compare both and really you can't go wrong with either. For me, the grand tapissere didn't appeal to me as much. I really liked the smaller tapissere on the 15202. Also for me, the caseback seemed more symmetric and balanced on the 15202. The edge between the case and the sapphire on the 15400 seemed a bit too thick for my taste. Losing the second hand isn't necessarily the end of the world as I really like how the moved the AP down to the 6 oclock position and made the automatic text smaller. But this is what I was looking for. Happy hunting.

true that! 15400 is large watch with a small movement. i would buy a 15202 over a 15400.

[Le Chef]

I'd buy the 15202 unless you found a 15300. I happen to prefer the 15300 over the 15202 only because I like to see a seconds hand moving. If you don't need that the 15202 is a work of art.

[Abdullasaif]

i would take a 15202 over a 15400 any day

[subtona]

202. There is no comparison.

[lapince]

Originally Posted by HL65

Ignore them and get the Jumbo...The 15202OR is a special watch and the favorite in my collection. I wouldn't compromise and get the one you have wanted as I have read your previous threads on it.

Exactly, except if you have a HUGE wrist, the Jumbo has perfect proportions, the 15400 not IMO, if you can do without the lack of second hand it's the clear winner for most people...

[archer75]

Originally Posted by lapince

Exactly, except if you have a HUGE wrist, the Jumbo has perfect proportions, the 15400 not IMO, if you can do without the lack of second hand it's the clear winner for most people...

+1
Never had a watch without a seconds hand, so I also personally to try it if it works for me.


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[Dolor Doc]

Had the opportunity to compare both side to side over the weekend myself.

They really are two different watches, which I sometimes forget simply looking at pictures.

Maybe it's my 15400 bias, but I thought the 15202 was too fragile in the hand (which is odd because I know it's not). I also thought it was too small (which is also odd given my small wrist), but the dealer made a good point: you could see more bracelet of the 202 on my wrist and the AP bracelet is quite the sight. Visually the 202 is stunning (not to mention the heritage and movement).

Both are excellent everyday watches, but I prefer the heft, size, and seconds hand on the 15400.

My opinions aside, I think they both look fine on your wrist. I like the presence of the 15400, but in all honestly, both are so stunning you should go with your gut and get the 202. Good luck!

[droptopman]

The 15202 is a beautiful watch. Not really an AP guy, but I love the Jumbo.
Amazing engineering to get the case that thin.
Good luck on the decision.

[codecow]

15202 all day every day.