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gummy · 14 May 2012, 10:50 PM

First post on the TRF!

I have been a Rolex and Panerai guy for a while and I am new to AP. The forum has already answered many of my "new guy" questions that I have been wondering about - Thanks for providing such a great AP resource.

I'm at a bit of a disadvantage as I don't have a AD near by, so I have a couple of basics. I ran into an AP 57th Street edition while traveling on business and I can't get the brand off my brain.

So I'm already rambling with my first post, so I'll stick to what's top of mind.

Hoping some forum members can set me straight with regards to buying through AD or grey market.

AP warranty. It's a 2 year warranty with a 3rd year if registered online with AP, correct?

Does the warranty transfer? Or are you on your own when going grey market?

Thanks in advance!

Gummy

TSW · 15 May 2012, 12:17 AM

Hi Gummy,

The 57th is one of my favorite ROO's (look at on of my threads posted about it)
The 57th is a Boutique only watch and the Boutiques are not known for discounts, I'd recommend you pm one of the trusted sellers here on TRF for a quote.

About the warranty.. AP would honor the warranty even if it has another name on it,
But it has to have a AD's stamp and date of purchase to be valid.
Third year is covered if you send your watch in for a WR service before the second year.

Feel free to PM me if you have more questions.

Best regards,

Thomas

eric23 · 15 May 2012, 12:45 AM

Welcome to TRF!

LAJM · 15 May 2012, 01:46 AM

Welcome to TRF and good luck in getting an AP.

kilyung · 15 May 2012, 02:05 AM

As Thomas said, make sure the warranty book is dated an stamped when buying non-AD. If it's within the 2yr warranty period (and hasn't already been sent in) you can register for the 3rd yr online. AP will send you a sticker to be put in your service book. You then have to send your watch to AP to validate and stamp the 3rd year. I currently have two APs at APCS for 3rd yr warranty. I like this method (although it pains me to be without them) because AP disassembles the case, cleans everything, and tests for water resistance before sending it back.

gummy · 15 May 2012, 04:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TSW

Hi Gummy,

The 57th is one of my favorite ROO's (look at on of my threads posted about it)
The 57th is a Boutique only watch and the Boutiques are not known for discounts, I'd recommend you pm one of the trusted sellers here on TRF for a quote.

About the warranty.. AP would honor the warranty even if it has another name on it,
But it has to have a AD's stamp and date of purchase to be valid.
Third year is covered if you send your watch in for a WR service before the second year.

Feel free to PM me if you have more questions.

Best regards,

Thomas

Thanks Thomas...PM Sent

gummy · 15 May 2012, 04:44 AM

Thomas - Mike - Thanks for the helpful insight!

Eric - Larry - Thanks for having me here.

texex91 · 15 May 2012, 04:58 AM

Welcome Thomas.

Mike gave all of the info...he is one of the resident AP gurus, so you are in good hands here.

Look forward to seeing what you get...

HL65 · 15 May 2012, 05:03 AM

Welcome to TRF and looks like you are straight with the great advice above.

gummy · 15 May 2012, 05:31 AM

Thanks Paul and Connor!

Love the "tone" of the Forum especially the AP portion.

Paul also love the picture of your car in your "profile"

texex91 · 15 May 2012, 05:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gummy

Thanks Paul and Connor!

Love the "tone" of the Forum especially the AP portion.

Paul also love the picture of your car in your "profile"

Thank you.

I like you already...

14 May 2012, 10:50 PM	#1
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	New Guy Questions First post on the TRF! I have been a Rolex and Panerai guy for a while and I am new to AP. The forum has already answered many of my "new guy" questions that I have been wondering about - Thanks for providing such a great AP resource. I'm at a bit of a disadvantage as I don't have a AD near by, so I have a couple of basics. I ran into an AP 57th Street edition while traveling on business and I can't get the brand off my brain. So I'm already rambling with my first post, so I'll stick to what's top of mind. Hoping some forum members can set me straight with regards to buying through AD or grey market. AP warranty. It's a 2 year warranty with a 3rd year if registered online with AP, correct? Does the warranty transfer? Or are you on your own when going grey market? Thanks in advance! Gummy

15 May 2012, 12:17 AM	#2
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Hi Gummy, The 57th is one of my favorite ROO's (look at on of my threads posted about it) The 57th is a Boutique only watch and the Boutiques are not known for discounts, I'd recommend you pm one of the trusted sellers here on TRF for a quote. About the warranty.. AP would honor the warranty even if it has another name on it, But it has to have a AD's stamp and date of purchase to be valid. Third year is covered if you send your watch in for a WR service before the second year. Feel free to PM me if you have more questions. Best regards, Thomas __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

15 May 2012, 05:03 AM	#9
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,005	Welcome to TRF and looks like you are straight with the great advice above. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

15 May 2012, 12:45 AM	#3
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Welcome to TRF!

15 May 2012, 01:46 AM	#4
LAJM "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Larry Location: Canada Watch: Explorer II Posts: 270	Welcome to TRF and good luck in getting an AP.

15 May 2012, 02:05 AM	#5
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	As Thomas said, make sure the warranty book is dated an stamped when buying non-AD. If it's within the 2yr warranty period (and hasn't already been sent in) you can register for the 3rd yr online. AP will send you a sticker to be put in your service book. You then have to send your watch to AP to validate and stamp the 3rd year. I currently have two APs at APCS for 3rd yr warranty. I like this method (although it pains me to be without them) because AP disassembles the case, cleans everything, and tests for water resistance before sending it back.

15 May 2012, 04:44 AM	#7
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	Thomas - Mike - Thanks for the helpful insight! Eric - Larry - Thanks for having me here.

15 May 2012, 04:58 AM	#8
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Welcome Thomas. Mike gave all of the info...he is one of the resident AP gurus, so you are in good hands here. Look forward to seeing what you get...

15 May 2012, 05:31 AM	#10
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	Thanks Paul and Connor! Love the "tone" of the Forum especially the AP portion. Paul also love the picture of your car in your "profile"

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