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improviz · 2 August 2016, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by brmeyers

And remember, as the OP of this thread, where is your helpful advice to give me suggestions about what I am looking for?

Posts 46 & 48. Enjoy beating up whatever it is you end up getting.

mickyd329 · 2 August 2016, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Amiricanmade

the forged carbon is in no way shape or form durable, it's probably the least durable watch as you can't polish out scratches and it easily cracks.

I don't know what you are talking about. My 44FC is my daily and I have had no issues with it what so ever. Polish? The marbeling hides scratches very well. Cracking? I'm more worried about possibly chipping my ceramic bezel than I am about the carbon.

Islatate · 2 August 2016, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by mickyd329

I don't know what you are talking about. My 44FC is my daily and I have had no issues with it what so ever. Polish? The marbeling hides scratches very well. Cracking? I'm more worried about possibly chipping my ceramic bezel than I am about the carbon.

x2! I know I am going to ruffle a few feathers by saying this, but I really feel that concerns about chipping/cracking of FC cases is really much ado about nothing.

brettpaul · 2 August 2016, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Defiancekofb

Pardon my ignorance but doesn't Serena Williams always play tournaments with her AP? Since she is in fact an AP spokesperson?

She does...or at least she did for Wimbledon.

JorgeCCW · 3 August 2016, 12:07 AM

I would make sure I have a RO on my stable , whichever is your preference. You need to own that amazing bracelet. And get a Sub for all your sport activities, thats what I do, and I have no worries the Sub is the best beater

brmeyers · 3 August 2016, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JorgeCCW

I would make sure I have a RO on my stable , whichever is your preference. You need to own that amazing bracelet. And get a Sub for all your sport activities, thats what I do, and I have no worries the Sub is the best beater

Thanks Jorge, actually Hulk incoming this week.

I've been thinking about that, just the steel is a bit heavier than I would prefer.
I suppose I could try Nato, Rubber b or Everest, etc., but all the pics I see don't look as good as the steel bracelet IMO.

And I agree with AP on a bracelet, been eyeing the 15202OR.

Abdullasaif · 4 August 2016, 03:16 AM

My head hurts reading this thread....

RHIII · 4 August 2016, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdullasaif

My head hurts reading this thread....

I'm with you there....

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lapince · 4 August 2016, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by mickyd329

I don't know what you are talking about. My 44FC is my daily and I have had no issues with it what so ever. Polish? The marbeling hides scratches very well. Cracking? I'm more worried about possibly chipping my ceramic bezel than I am about the carbon.

Well I cracked my ceramic case supposedly because of a shock, really wonder when the hell that happened as for me there never was any shock capable of cracking it...

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Originally Posted by brmeyers

Thanks Jorge, actually Hulk incoming this week.

I've been thinking about that, just the steel is a bit heavier than I would prefer.
I suppose I could try Nato, Rubber b or Everest, etc., but all the pics I see don't look as good as the steel bracelet IMO.

And I agree with AP on a bracelet, been eyeing the 15202OR.

Hope you'll like the Hulk, loved it when I saw it in shops or on other people, but when I got it I realized it really wasn't for me...

About the RG Jumbo you have a RG Aquanaut, I would get either something in SS, or CE, or some other kind of material, PT, WG or carbon or even something else, having 2 RG pieces in a small collection is IMHO, a little too much, but hey like always get what you love the most, don't worry about what nk or like

brmeyers · 4 August 2016, 08:23 AM

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Hope you'll like the Hulk, loved it when I saw it in shops or on other people, but when I got it I realized it really wasn't for me...

About the RG Jumbo you have a RG Aquanaut, I would get either something in SS, or CE, or some other kind of material, PT, WG or carbon or even something else, having 2 RG pieces in a small collection is IMHO, a little too much, but hey like always get what you love the most, don't worry about what nk or like

Thanks Arnaud, I am taking my time for the next piece but feedback is always welcome.
We'll see about the Hulk, I know I love Subs. Really love that dial.
Gold Ap is not next, I want something sportier in CE or FC or Ti, or combination.
Trulli is a strong contender at this point but I need to see it in the flesh and try it on.
But part of the fun is the journey and the search, so I am just enjoying that for now

sssteel · 6 August 2016, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

For 42 there is Jarno Trulli and Qatar that have ceramic/cermet bezels, also the LeBron has a titanium bezel.

Plus so much more!!!
My post from another thread on here: by Patton250 titled 41mm RO vs. 44 ROO

So, if you go for 42 but want a Ceramic bezel - your choices are: FC Diver, Ceramic Diver, Jarno Trulli chrono (cermet), Sebastian Buemi chrono, Bumblebee chrono, Ginza7 Forged Carbon chrono, Doha (Qatar) limited edition chrono, Singapore Grand Prix chrono (cermet), All-White Ceramic Diver - and I believe that is all.

So, OP, did you research THOSE watches yet???

jrs146 · 6 August 2016, 07:35 AM

For as much as I understand the OPs dilemma, I'm not sure how it's relevant to APs collection of watches. AP can't make watches for every single persons desires. No watch brand will ever have a watch in every category. I think what AP does, they do well. But if I'm buying a watch to go mountain biking with, it's not going to be an AP. maybe the question should not be why does AP NOT make a sports watch and instead, why do you want one made by AP when there are a million other choices out there that would fit the bill?

Lordofrolex · 6 August 2016, 08:02 AM

AP ROO Carbon 44mm are very sporty. Save about 40k and get a very high end sports watch at the same time.

lapince · 6 August 2016, 11:15 AM

[QUOTE=Lordofrolex;6907917]AP ROO Carbon 44mm are very sporty. Save about 40k and get a very high end sports watc

Like what? RM?

brmeyers · 6 August 2016, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by sssteel

Plus so much more!!!
My post from another thread on here: by Patton250 titled 41mm RO vs. 44 ROO

So, if you go for 42 but want a Ceramic bezel - your choices are: FC Diver, Ceramic Diver, Jarno Trulli chrono (cermet), Sebastian Buemi chrono, Bumblebee chrono, Ginza7 Forged Carbon chrono, Doha (Qatar) limited edition chrono, Singapore Grand Prix chrono (cermet), All-White Ceramic Diver - and I believe that is all.

So, OP, did you research THOSE watches yet???

Thanks for the awesome suggestions.

I missed the Ginza7 and Singapore Grand Prix Chrono.

I took a look and the Ginza7 I like better of the two. Grand Prix Chrono is a bit loud for my tastes, but still nice!

Of all the above I like the Trulli best from pictures, but need to take a Miami road trip and see it live in the flesh.

Thank you very much though

brmeyers · 6 August 2016, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Lordofrolex

AP ROO Carbon 44mm are very sporty. Save about 40k and get a very high end sports watch at the same time.

Great suggestion, I did see this one in person.
Issue is 44s don't work for my wrist. Love that reference though

brmeyers · 6 August 2016, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jrs146

For as much as I understand the OPs dilemma, I'm not sure how it's relevant to APs collection of watches. AP can't make watches for every single persons desires. No watch brand will ever have a watch in every category. I think what AP does, they do well. But if I'm buying a watch to go mountain biking with, it's not going to be an AP. maybe the question should not be why does AP NOT make a sports watch and instead, why do you want one made by AP when there are a million other choices out there that would fit the bill?

Perhaps you are right, but considering the relationship with RM, I hope they would create some comparable watches though with AP DNA of course.
Maybe its not your cup of tea but there is a market for such high end sports watches.
Even if AP had only a couple, that would be nice.

Defiancekofb · 6 August 2016, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Koi6715

Are you a owner of a Forged Carbon AP??

As this bull s**t pops up now again

4 yrs my forged carbon if I put a brand new strap and a sticker on the back I could sell as brand new, not a mark on it

And like mentioned before AP using the Forged carbon on top end watches
The new Schumi !!!!

LOL I guess that guy doesn't own a FC. He hasn't shown back to reply. I just came to LOL reply at this.

PS - brmeyers you are a man of very fine taste, as many of us on the board are. What ever watch you choose, I'm sure it will fit your needs perfectly.

derekstlmo · 6 August 2016, 12:01 PM

Just went whit water rafting with my blnr held up just fine

brmeyers · 6 August 2016, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by derekstlmo

Just went whit water rafting with my blnr held up just fine

Rolex SS are great for the task. Just picked up a Hulk.

Only thing with regards to golf and tennis (and working out), is it would be nice to have a lighter weight option. I may just play around with Nato, Rubber B, Everest, etc. and see how that goes.
I am taking my time with the next watch I am getting, currently enjoying the hunt, and researching/learning more about the world of fine horology.

brmeyers · 6 August 2016, 12:29 PM

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PS - brmeyers you are a man of very fine taste, as many of us on the board are. What ever watch you choose, I'm sure it will fit your needs perfectly.

Thank you, I appreciate that... Having fun right now and taking my "time", pun intended...LOL

JP Chestnut · 6 August 2016, 02:05 PM

Weird thread. Who cares what a sponsored athlete does with their watch? They don't pay for it, and don't deal with servicing.

sssteel · 6 August 2016, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by brmeyers

Thanks for the awesome suggestions.

I missed the Ginza7 and Singapore Grand Prix Chrono.

I took a look and the Ginza7 I like better of the two. Grand Prix Chrono is a bit loud for my tastes, but still nice!

Of all the above I like the Trulli best from pictures, but need to take a Miami road trip and see it live in the flesh.

Thank you very much though

My pleasure! Ginza is awesome! Keep us posted! Have fun on your search and good luck!

sssteel · 19 August 2016, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Koi6715

Irrespective of the materials is it not more that the movement is not designed for aggressive arm movements such as golf/ tennis
Anyway I'm with most get out there and wear your watch I swim with mine while on holiday
But no gym and don't play golf in mine,
THe Ginza would be great for you
Forged carbon ceramic and 42mm

More photos of your Ginza on white rubber please!!!

Koi6715 · 19 August 2016, 07:52 PM

Here you go
I can take some more later

singe89 · 19 August 2016, 11:53 PM

Such an awesome watch and really like the white strap to change it up!

sssteel · 20 August 2016, 01:44 AM

^^
Thank you so much!! Looks awesome indeed!!

VICI · 20 August 2016, 01:56 AM

Sounds like an AP isn't for you.

A ceramic novelty is the perfect sports watch.

Koi6715 · 20 August 2016, 05:28 AM

It's better in the flesh,
But I won't bore you with more 😆

AckAck · 20 August 2016, 05:43 AM

Bryant after reading this thread it seems like you really want a Richard Mille instead of an AP. Can't wait for you RM incoming thread soon! ;)

3 August 2016, 12:07 AM	#95
JorgeCCW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Jorge Location: Ohio, USA Watch: Rolex,Patek and AP Posts: 4,707	I would make sure I have a RO on my stable , whichever is your preference. You need to own that amazing bracelet. And get a Sub for all your sport activities, thats what I do, and I have no worries the Sub is the best beater __________________ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Nothing happens until something moves " Albert Einstein

6 August 2016, 07:35 AM	#102
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,823	AP is disappointing in this respect... For as much as I understand the OPs dilemma, I'm not sure how it's relevant to APs collection of watches. AP can't make watches for every single persons desires. No watch brand will ever have a watch in every category. I think what AP does, they do well. But if I'm buying a watch to go mountain biking with, it's not going to be an AP. maybe the question should not be why does AP NOT make a sports watch and instead, why do you want one made by AP when there are a million other choices out there that would fit the bill? __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

6 August 2016, 08:02 AM	#103
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	AP ROO Carbon 44mm are very sporty. Save about 40k and get a very high end sports watch at the same time. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

6 August 2016, 11:15 AM	#104
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	Like what? RM?was hoijgpj [QUOTE=Lordofrolex;6907917]AP ROO Carbon 44mm are very sporty. Save about 40k and get a very high end sports watc Like what? RM?

19 August 2016, 07:52 PM	#115
Koi6715 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Uk Posts: 192	Here you go I can take some more later Attached Images

4 August 2016, 03:16 AM	#97
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	My head hurts reading this thread....

6 August 2016, 12:01 PM	#109
derekstlmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Derek Location: st louis Watch: Sd4000 Posts: 518	Just went whit water rafting with my blnr held up just fine

6 August 2016, 02:05 PM	#112
JP Chestnut Banned Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ann Arbor MI Watch: Rolex Ref 16600 Posts: 3,908	Weird thread. Who cares what a sponsored athlete does with their watch? They don't pay for it, and don't deal with servicing.

19 August 2016, 11:53 PM	#116
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	Such an awesome watch and really like the white strap to change it up!

20 August 2016, 01:44 AM	#117
sssteel "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: US Posts: 499	^^ Thank you so much!! Looks awesome indeed!!

20 August 2016, 01:56 AM	#118
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	Sounds like an AP isn't for you. A ceramic novelty is the perfect sports watch.

20 August 2016, 05:28 AM	#119
Koi6715 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Uk Posts: 192	It's better in the flesh, But I won't bore you with more 😆 Attached Images

20 August 2016, 05:43 AM	#120
AckAck "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: US Watch: Patek 5204P Posts: 485	Bryant after reading this thread it seems like you really want a Richard Mille instead of an AP. Can't wait for you RM incoming thread soon! ;)

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