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shaunylw · 22 July 2018, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by sdgadave

The only other watch that fits good and has a nice look is the Tag Heuer Carrera 01 Skeleton dial. Now I can buy that one and keep both my watches.

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I believe this comes in black as well? A buddy at work just got one. Not a fan of Tag at all but i wore it and its a really nice watch. You should be able to scoop one up well under retail i imagine. He paid 5k for if i remember correctly.

DolphinV8 · 22 July 2018, 06:23 PM

I would do it if it was for a RO or ROC. ROO is too trendy and might be something you would get tired of eventually. As I get older, I tend to like classic models more than the new/trendy models.

TK-710 · 22 July 2018, 06:34 PM

I would not make that trade as you have two watches I like much more. If you like the AP better then it makes sense to do the trade. But in my opinion a large watch on a rubber strap doesn’t really check the dressy box. Make sure you’re not selling yourself on how versatile it is because you want to do the trade. It sounds like you like it more which is reason enough.

Clasper · 22 July 2018, 07:01 PM

This is my personal opinion but that Royal Oak just seems to have too much going on with it.
It's a bit like a customised car with just too many additional mods and multiple layers of metal all subtlety is gone.
Like I said it's down to the individual but I think the two you already have are good looking pieces and a bit more subtle, this is like a watch on steroids, if you like it that much then go for it and good health to you wear it well!
IMHO I think there are nicer APs available too, but you did ask for opinions and thoughts.
Regards

AK797 · 22 July 2018, 09:55 PM

If the size is good for you then it's a no brainer, this AP is on a whole other level, including over Hublot and JLC, while PP don't make anything really comparable either.

AK797 · 22 July 2018, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clasper

This is my personal opinion but that Royal Oak just seems to have too much going on with it.
It's a bit like a customised car with just too many additional mods and multiple layers of metal all subtlety is gone.
Like I said it's down to the individual but I think the two you already have are good looking pieces and a bit more subtle, this is like a watch on steroids, if you like it that much then go for it and good health to you wear it well!
IMHO I think there are nicer APs available too, but you did ask for opinions and thoughts.
Regards

Think you've got this backwards, the BLRO is much louder with that bright beacon of an insert, while this AP is mostly in grey and black and far more subtle.

Tampashooter · 22 July 2018, 10:02 PM

I’m going to guess most people that poo poo AP, have never seen one in the flesh, let alone held it or owned one.

I like and own both brands very much, but AP’s are special.

ap1 · 22 July 2018, 10:31 PM

I’d do it with your wrist size

HL65 · 22 July 2018, 10:33 PM

Go for it looks like a great fit!

travisb · 22 July 2018, 11:45 PM

Sounds like you'd be ok with parting with your current two, so why not.

mailman · 22 July 2018, 11:48 PM

You don't know unless you try. If the deal works out and you have the funds go for it!

Fat_ninja · 22 July 2018, 11:50 PM

First time I’ve seen that watch look like it fits. :). Looks great

Nycturbovr6 · 22 July 2018, 11:53 PM

Considering your wrist I would probably do it. How does the sd43 fit?

SFBAY · 22 July 2018, 11:54 PM

Of course do what makes you feel comfortable. Personally, I’m not a fan of AP.

tkc324 · 23 July 2018, 12:16 AM

I would not buy an AP at an AD. The depriciation is crazy on AP ROO.try finding one on the second market. If you don’t wear your then selling them to fund the ap makes total sense to me.

Clasper · 23 July 2018, 02:51 AM

Sorry I meant the proportions not the colours are not so subtle, Bing Bangish!

Maiden · 23 July 2018, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sdgadave

The only other watch that fits good and has a nice look is the Tag Heuer Carrera 01 Skeleton dial. Now I can buy that one and keep both my watches.

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As I was reading your thread I couldn't help but think about a Tag Heuer Carrera as an option for you. The 01 and 02 versions of the Carrera are fine watches and there are some 43 and 45 mm variants which may look great on your wrist. I 'd at least go try some on, if you could find one you like and be able to keep both your watches its a win win. You could sell your 16710 and grab a full gold and ceramic version! Good luck

Jp28 · 23 July 2018, 04:56 AM

Looks like you want to do it so why not. Seek yours privately (it will not be tough) to maximise prices and then buy the AP grey/pre owned where you can negotiate with cash payment.
The AP is real nice so I can see why you want it, but if you can I would keep the SD43 and add more cash.

2001jesper · 23 July 2018, 04:57 AM

Nope

Raza_actual · 23 July 2018, 04:59 AM

Those two for an Offshore seems like a bad trade. Now, if it were a ROC, that might be a different story, not for the Offshore.

hhtwaijri · 23 July 2018, 05:29 AM

No. Just because i dislike AP. And in love with Rolex. And do you really need a chronograph ?.. SD43 would fit perfectly on your wrist.

But, if this AP speaks to you, it doesn't matter what anyone says.

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mahefa · 23 July 2018, 05:44 AM

I would never trade it.

sdgadave · 23 July 2018, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Nycturbovr6

Considering your wrist I would probably do it. How does the sd43 fit?

SD43 fits nice, doesn’t look small. AP does cover my wrist better and have wanted a chronograph for a while now, just could not find the right one. AP and the 45mm Tag Carrera both in my eyes cover well, just one is an AP the other is a Tag. Whit the Tag I’ll have three watches that I like very well, with the AP I’ll have one watch that I think I’d love. The wife is on board with whatever I choose, just hard wanting to make the right choice.

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Chadridv · 23 July 2018, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by s14roller

With your wrist size I'd do it. The GMT would do nothing for you, might as well sell it while the prices are what they are.

Was about to say almost exactly the same thing.

I absolutely love that AP. It looked a little bit silly on my wrist. It's a great fit for you though.

Brucewayne1 · 23 July 2018, 10:23 AM

Never really liked the ROO especially at 44MM but I must say it is growing on me and I think looks better and more modern with the larger stoppers compared to the 42. Suits you well

Dyim · 23 July 2018, 10:44 AM

You said the AP checked all the boxes.

Go for it.

woodsworth · 23 July 2018, 10:48 AM

Uhh yea, definitely. That’s one of my favourite ROO’s right now vs two Rolexes I’m not gaga over tbh lol

imgook · 23 July 2018, 11:48 AM

ROO looks great on your wrist. Just do it!

22 July 2018, 10:33 PM	#39
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,005	Go for it looks like a great fit! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

22 July 2018, 11:48 PM	#41
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	You don't know unless you try. If the deal works out and you have the funds go for it! __________________ JJ

23 July 2018, 04:59 AM	#50
Raza_actual "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Philadelphia Watch: Monaco Posts: 391	Those two for an Offshore seems like a bad trade. Now, if it were a ROC, that might be a different story, not for the Offshore. __________________ TAG Heuer Monaco LE\|Omega Speedmaster\|Tudor Ranger\|Rolex Submariner

23 July 2018, 05:44 AM	#52
mahefa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Switzerland Watch: Rolexes Posts: 1,087	I would never trade it. __________________ ♛Deepsea Blue -17 ♛ Deepsea Blue -19 ♛Deepsea Black ♛Explorer I ♛Explorer II ♛ Explorer 1 ♛GMT-Master II BLNR ♛ Sky-Dweller Blue ♛ Sky-Dweller Black ♛ AirKing ♛ Day-Date 40 Platinum ♛ Daytona C White ♛ Submariner LVc ♛ Two-Tone Submariner ♛ Day-Date 36 ♛ Datejust 41 grey ♛

22 July 2018, 06:23 PM	#32
DolphinV8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Earth Watch: 16610LV Posts: 949	I would do it if it was for a RO or ROC. ROO is too trendy and might be something you would get tired of eventually. As I get older, I tend to like classic models more than the new/trendy models.

22 July 2018, 06:34 PM	#33
TK-710 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Upstate Watch: 116600 Posts: 2,156	I would not make that trade as you have two watches I like much more. If you like the AP better then it makes sense to do the trade. But in my opinion a large watch on a rubber strap doesn’t really check the dressy box. Make sure you’re not selling yourself on how versatile it is because you want to do the trade. It sounds like you like it more which is reason enough.

22 July 2018, 07:01 PM	#34
Clasper "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: England Posts: 272	This is my personal opinion but that Royal Oak just seems to have too much going on with it. It's a bit like a customised car with just too many additional mods and multiple layers of metal all subtlety is gone. Like I said it's down to the individual but I think the two you already have are good looking pieces and a bit more subtle, this is like a watch on steroids, if you like it that much then go for it and good health to you wear it well! IMHO I think there are nicer APs available too, but you did ask for opinions and thoughts. Regards

22 July 2018, 09:55 PM	#35
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	If the size is good for you then it's a no brainer, this AP is on a whole other level, including over Hublot and JLC, while PP don't make anything really comparable either.

22 July 2018, 10:02 PM	#37
Tampashooter "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: In the present Posts: 846	I’m going to guess most people that poo poo AP, have never seen one in the flesh, let alone held it or owned one. I like and own both brands very much, but AP’s are special.

22 July 2018, 10:31 PM	#38
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,536	I’d do it with your wrist size

22 July 2018, 11:45 PM	#40
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,486	Sounds like you'd be ok with parting with your current two, so why not.

22 July 2018, 11:50 PM	#42
Fat_ninja Banned Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: USA Watch: P-01 Posts: 11,772	First time I’ve seen that watch look like it fits. :). Looks great

22 July 2018, 11:53 PM	#43
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	Considering your wrist I would probably do it. How does the sd43 fit?

22 July 2018, 11:54 PM	#44
SFBAY "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 546	Of course do what makes you feel comfortable. Personally, I’m not a fan of AP.

23 July 2018, 12:16 AM	#45
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	I would not buy an AP at an AD. The depriciation is crazy on AP ROO.try finding one on the second market. If you don’t wear your then selling them to fund the ap makes total sense to me.

23 July 2018, 02:51 AM	#46
Clasper "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: England Posts: 272	Sorry I meant the proportions not the colours are not so subtle, Bing Bangish!

23 July 2018, 04:56 AM	#48
Jp28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Here and there Posts: 575	Looks like you want to do it so why not. Seek yours privately (it will not be tough) to maximise prices and then buy the AP grey/pre owned where you can negotiate with cash payment. The AP is real nice so I can see why you want it, but if you can I would keep the SD43 and add more cash.

23 July 2018, 04:57 AM	#49
2001jesper "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Jesper Location: Earth Watch: 116234 Posts: 1,771	Nope

23 July 2018, 05:29 AM	#51
hhtwaijri "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Kuwait Posts: 185	No. Just because i dislike AP. And in love with Rolex. And do you really need a chronograph ?.. SD43 would fit perfectly on your wrist. But, if this AP speaks to you, it doesn't matter what anyone says. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 July 2018, 10:23 AM	#55
Brucewayne1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Not Batman Location: UK Posts: 47	Never really liked the ROO especially at 44MM but I must say it is growing on me and I think looks better and more modern with the larger stoppers compared to the 42. Suits you well

23 July 2018, 10:44 AM	#56
Dyim "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 2,237	You said the AP checked all the boxes. Go for it.

23 July 2018, 10:48 AM	#57
woodsworth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: 100 Acre Wood Posts: 959	Uhh yea, definitely. That’s one of my favourite ROO’s right now vs two Rolexes I’m not gaga over tbh lol

23 July 2018, 11:48 AM	#58
imgook "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Rob Location: Australia Watch: 116500LN White Posts: 886	ROO looks great on your wrist. Just do it!

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