AP vs PP; Need Input

[blcblc]

I'm a newbie to AP & PP. Have been following discussions in this forum. Very informative, guys. Planning to buy either AP Volcano or PP Aquanaut. What do you guys think? Which one should I get? Also, does anyone know MSRP for both in Euro and discount in European AD?? Thanks.

[dddrees]

Either would make an excellent choice, however both of them are so very different.


Have you tried these on and compared them by any chance?

[texex91]

Whoa...VERY different watches (albeit both amazing in their own right).

Volcano--huge presence on the wrist, pop factor, eye catching.

Aquanaut--small(er), very 'under the radar', elegant, simple and amazing.

Really depends on what YOUR wishes are...tell us?

[kilyung]

Both are great watches but you really need to figure out what you're looking for.

[Monte Cristo]

A few months ago I would have gone for the AP as it has such amazing presence, although recently the Aquanaut is on my mind constantly (no thanks to Dan!). I think the Aquanaut is one of the very few watches that transcends sports and/or dress and is equally stunning in either situation. Although I don't think you could go wrong with either.

[braningan]

PP aquanaut ..AP too chunky, not so comfortable and strap buckle very irritating

[texex91]

Originally Posted by braningan

strap buckle very irritating

In what way

[kilyung]

I think he's referring to this effect.

[texex91]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I think he's referring to this effect.

And that is a bad thing

[braningan]

Yeah ..this pic tells d story

[Monte Cristo]

Isn't that just a watch hicky?

[braningan]

You can see difference in the buckle ..PP right at the centre very comfortable whereas AP at right of the hand which make u very irritating .. Sorry for poor quality image taken from phone

[S``]

single fold clasp vs double fold clasp...

[texex91]

Originally Posted by braningan

You can see difference in the buckle ..PP right at the centre very comfortable whereas AP at right of the hand which make u very irritating .. Sorry for poor quality image taken from phone

Hmmm, may need to re-think ROO...

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by texex91

Hmmm, may need to re-think ROO...

Nah, just get the 18mm tang buckle which works with the deployant strap.

[braningan]

Get the new 44mm ROO ..It doesnt have dis clasp ..its a simple buackle

[texex91]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Nah, just get the 18mm tang buckle which works with the deployant strap.

Too much work...send AD email in morning to cancel that one.

[braningan]

U mean dis buckle http://forums.watchnet.com/index.php...o=436759&rid=0

[texex91]

Originally Posted by braningan

U mean dis buckle http://forums.watchnet.com/index.php...o=436759&rid=0

That's on rubber strap, not on croc strap.

[randyyeap]

To be honest I own both ROO and Aquanaut both are just so great. You really won't go wrong with either one but I can say they are very different watch.

ROO is rugged yet stylish, sporty and attractive.
My personally taste and comfort I changed to rubber strap.



For Aquanaut, i must say it is the most comfortable watch I ever own. For daily wearer this watch is a must. It looks casual yet elegant. It sits perfectly on the wrist and the brand Patek haha . . .

[texex91]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I think he's referring to this effect.

Well, just cancelled incoming ROO based on that picture...now will start over. That looks totally uncomfortable...especially for price point.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by randyyeap

To be honest I own both ROO and Aquanaut both are just so great. You really won't go wrong with either one but I can say they are very different watch.

ROO is rugged yet stylish, sporty and attractive.
My personally taste and comfort I changed to rubber strap.

For Aquanaut, i must say it is the most comfortable watch I ever own. For daily wearer this watch is a must. It looks casual yet elegant. It sits perfectly on the wrist and the brand Patek haha . . .

Great comparison.

Basically the Aquanaut practically disapears on your wrist. That is until you need to tell the time or you wish to stare at it.

By the way if I were to get a Roo it would probably be the Panda.

[randyyeap]

Originally Posted by braningan

You can see difference in the buckle ..PP right at the centre very comfortable whereas AP at right of the hand which make u very irritating .. Sorry for poor quality image taken from phone

I have same issue with u I end up ordering the extra short rubber straps and the buckle sits at the center due to I use forth hole and the horn back is really too stiff and not comfort to wear. and the rubber straps is soft enough and make it a lot more snug and I happy with it now. Hope it help.

[iLLGT2]

Originally Posted by texex91

Well, just cancelled incoming ROO based on that picture...now will start over. That looks totally uncomfortable...especially for price point.

Really depends on your wrist size, and whether it's a regular length strap or xl... Mine use to do that, loosened it up one notch and is now perfect.... Which did you order? I suggest trying it out

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Great comparison.

Basically the Aquanaut practically disapears on your wrist. That is until you need to tell the time or you wish to stare at it.

By the way if I were to get a Roo it would probably be the Panda.

Did I hear Panda?!?

[HL65]

Originally Posted by texex91

Well, just cancelled incoming ROO based on that picture...now will start over. That looks totally uncomfortable...especially for price point.

First off if you wear any strap too tight it won't be comfortable. My straps on my AP's fit fine and are super comfy with no problem whatsoever. To the OP--get whichever one you like--they are different and surely one will sing to you.

[cgjane]

I own both and they are complete opposites.

You have to think WHY you are buying the watch.

The AP is an "In your face, look at me I have arrived" watch. It is LOUD.

The Patek is simply elegant and nondescript. It is an enjoyment only meant for you. It will go with absolutely anything you wear.

Guess which one gets more wrist time?

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Did I hear Panda?!?

If I were to get a ROO, this does stand a good chance of being the one I would chose.

That is if I were to get a ROO.

[blcblc]

I like the vibrant color of the Volcano. But, I also like the elegant look of the Aquanaut. I know it's a totally 2 different watches. Right now, it's still 50:50

[blcblc]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Either would make an excellent choice, however both of them are so very different.


Have you tried these on and compared them by any chance?

Not yet. Will try to do that.