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Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 09:12 AM

Hello Everyone

As some might know, I originally was trying to decide between the Diver and 15400. Now I'm having trouble deciding between the Diver, Safari or Panda. I like them all equally for different reasons and keep looking at pictures, but they are all so nice. The 15400 is still in the picture, but I think i will save that for another time. Just wanted to take a poll to see what the general consensus is out there. Keep in mind this will be my first AP. Thanks in advance for your input.

sleddog · 26 August 2012, 09:16 AM

Diver for me Sandro.........as I love the simple SS black combo!

TSW · 26 August 2012, 09:17 AM

Can't decide..... There all stunners in my book.

HL65 · 26 August 2012, 09:26 AM

Safari but all are great options IMHO.

vpr80 · 26 August 2012, 09:36 AM

I would do the Panda, just like the color combo best.

kilyung · 26 August 2012, 09:40 AM

Panda is the most versatile looking IMHO.

Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TSW

Can't decide..... There all stunners in my book.

Tell me about it. I think these watch companies do it on purpose. :)

texex91 · 26 August 2012, 09:54 AM

Very tough choice for sure.

For a first AP, Diver is amazing.

Panda and Safari look amazing, but make sure you are good with horn back strap.

Let us know what you decide.

Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texex91

Very tough choice for sure.

For a first AP, Diver is amazing.

Panda and Safari look amazing, but make sure you are good with horn back strap.

Let us know what you decide.

Thanks. What is the issue with the strap.

Lolay · 26 August 2012, 10:15 AM

because I'd have a hard time deciding too!

. I really like the 'simple' dials so I'm gonna go with diver for its lume and daily wear-ability! But the Panda's dial is nice too...ahhhhh!!!!!

. You decide and enjoy!

alexlt730512 · 26 August 2012, 10:21 AM

panda

texex91 · 26 August 2012, 10:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex Freak

Thanks. What is the issue with the strap.

Diver is rubber and VERY comfortable. Panda and Safari are hornback without tang buckle. Some say the strap can become uncomfortable. However I like both Panda and Safari. I think diver is great all around. Let's face it you end up with more than one.

Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texex91

Diver is rubber and VERY comfortable. Panda and Safari are hornback without tang buckle. Some say the strap can become uncomfortable. However I like both Panda and Safari. I think diver is great all around. Let's face it you end up with more than one.

Yes I'm starting to learn that very quickly. :)

Speed · 26 August 2012, 10:36 AM

Between those choices...

Diver (on Bracelet FTW)

Fiddy · 26 August 2012, 11:08 AM

Both are very nice ROOs. I think it depends on how you dress.

I was on the fence between Safari and Panda.
At the end, I chose Safari because I prefer brown strap.

Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Between those choices...

Diver (on Bracelet FTW)

Thanks Bill. Why the bracelet vs rubber.

Speed · 26 August 2012, 11:19 AM

Not a huge fan of AP Rubber.

After I saw Dalip's pix of the diver on bracelet...it was all over!!! Of course that adds $2500 USD onto your purchase.

belk7 · 26 August 2012, 11:23 AM

No losers in the bunch, Sandro. I was able to try on all three of these a few weeks ago, and the Diver was my immediate choice for my first AP. I love the look overall and, like Rob, I also gravitate to the clean black and steel contrast. The rubber is great, and I have been surprised by the overall comfort of this combination - I have pretty much worn it continuously since it arrived earlier this week. Another plus to me is that it also looks great on steel bracelet, so having both is a real option down the road.

texex91 · 26 August 2012, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Not a huge fan of AP Rubber.

After I saw Dalip's pix of the diver on bracelet...it was all over!!! Of course that adds $2500 USD onto your purchase.

Why not a fan?

Love my 44mm's and Diver. Think it's soooooo comfortable.

Speed · 26 August 2012, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texex91

Why not a fan?

Love my 44mm's and Diver. Think it's soooooo comfortable.

I guess I just don't like the way the strap connects to the watch head...Imagine it is comfortable. The bracelet looks so much better IMO.

rohardi · 26 August 2012, 11:40 AM

I plan on picking up a Diver (I'll get a bracelet for it as well), then a Panda (on a bracelet). I don't know witch of the 2 I would get if I could only have one...

Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Not a huge fan of AP Rubber.

After I saw Dalip's pix of the diver on bracelet...it was all over!!! Of course that adds $2500 USD onto your purchase.

What happened to his rubber strap?

emagni · 26 August 2012, 12:10 PM

Panda on bracelet was the logical first for me but you can't go wrong with the driver as your first either. The key word is "first" as you WILL reach out for your second AP within 12 months of your first. ;-)

Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emagni

Panda on bracelet was the logical first for me but you can't go wrong with the driver as your first either. The key word is "first" as you WILL reach out for your second AP within 12 months of your first. ;-)

I can see that already. Damn. :)

nick c · 26 August 2012, 12:16 PM

Ponda

Speed · 26 August 2012, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex Freak

What happened to his rubber strap?

I think he just swapped it out for the Bracelet. Probably still has it. There is a thread here somewhere with him striking various poses / out in the desert with his BMW.

Looks pretty cool - but don't tell him I said that.

Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick c

Ponda

Dammit there's a "ponda" as well.

tomato · 26 August 2012, 12:35 PM

If you get the diver, you can spend a couple thousand dollars on the bracelet and end up with two combinations that are both very nice but different. That's pretty good bang for you buck IMO. The panda of course is also a lovely watch.

Andrés G · 26 August 2012, 12:42 PM

I voted for the Diver. My second choice would be the Safari.

Be sure to try on the hornback strap/deployant combo before you buy as it doesn't fit all wrists.

Rolex Freak · 26 August 2012, 12:52 PM

Based on the poll, it looks like most are either diver or panda. Almost 50/50 at this point. It's good to know what others think.

View Poll Results: Panda, Safari or Diver
Diver	29	40.28%
Safari	9	12.50%
Panda	34	47.22%
Voters: 72. You may not vote on this poll

26 August 2012, 09:12 AM	#1
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	Trying To Make A Decision Hello Everyone As some might know, I originally was trying to decide between the Diver and 15400. Now I'm having trouble deciding between the Diver, Safari or Panda. I like them all equally for different reasons and keep looking at pictures, but they are all so nice. The 15400 is still in the picture, but I think i will save that for another time. Just wanted to take a poll to see what the general consensus is out there. Keep in mind this will be my first AP. Thanks in advance for your input.

26 August 2012, 09:16 AM	#2
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Diver for me Sandro.........as I love the simple SS black combo! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

26 August 2012, 09:17 AM	#3
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Can't decide..... There all stunners in my book. __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

26 August 2012, 09:26 AM	#4
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,005	Safari but all are great options IMHO. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

26 August 2012, 09:36 AM	#5
vpr80 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: USA Posts: 252	I would do the Panda, just like the color combo best.

26 August 2012, 09:40 AM	#6
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Panda is the most versatile looking IMHO.

26 August 2012, 09:54 AM	#8
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Very tough choice for sure. For a first AP, Diver is amazing. Panda and Safari look amazing, but make sure you are good with horn back strap. Let us know what you decide.

26 August 2012, 10:15 AM	#10
Lolay "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Sean Location: Taiwan Watch: Rolex-AP-Omega Posts: 119	"Hate" to be in your shoes... because I'd have a hard time deciding too!. I really like the 'simple' dials so I'm gonna go with diver for its lume and daily wear-ability! But the Panda's dial is nice too...ahhhhh!!!!!. You decide and enjoy!

26 August 2012, 10:21 AM	#11
alexlt730512 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,248	panda

26 August 2012, 10:36 AM	#14
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Between those choices... Diver (on Bracelet FTW)

26 August 2012, 11:08 AM	#15
Fiddy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Asia Watch: PP AP PAM ROLEX Posts: 495	Both are very nice ROOs. I think it depends on how you dress. I was on the fence between Safari and Panda. At the end, I chose Safari because I prefer brown strap. __________________ *TRF AP OWNERS CLUB*

26 August 2012, 11:19 AM	#17
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Not a huge fan of AP Rubber. After I saw Dalip's pix of the diver on bracelet...it was all over!!! Of course that adds $2500 USD onto your purchase.

26 August 2012, 11:23 AM	#18
belk7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Posts: 1,439	No losers in the bunch, Sandro. I was able to try on all three of these a few weeks ago, and the Diver was my immediate choice for my first AP. I love the look overall and, like Rob, I also gravitate to the clean black and steel contrast. The rubber is great, and I have been surprised by the overall comfort of this combination - I have pretty much worn it continuously since it arrived earlier this week. Another plus to me is that it also looks great on steel bracelet, so having both is a real option down the road.

26 August 2012, 11:40 AM	#21
rohardi "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rhode Island USA Watch: 116610LN, 216570 Posts: 787	I plan on picking up a Diver (I'll get a bracelet for it as well), then a Panda (on a bracelet). I don't know witch of the 2 I would get if I could only have one...

26 August 2012, 12:10 PM	#23
emagni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: on Earth Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,284	Panda on bracelet was the logical first for me but you can't go wrong with the driver as your first either. The key word is "first" as you WILL reach out for your second AP within 12 months of your first. ;-) __________________ Watches: More than my fingers can count

26 August 2012, 12:16 PM	#25
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Ponda

26 August 2012, 12:35 PM	#28
tomato "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Frank Location: Canada Watch: PAM & AP Posts: 368	If you get the diver, you can spend a couple thousand dollars on the bracelet and end up with two combinations that are both very nice but different. That's pretty good bang for you buck IMO. The panda of course is also a lovely watch.

26 August 2012, 12:42 PM	#29
Andrés G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Guatemala Posts: 3,392	I voted for the Diver. My second choice would be the Safari. Be sure to try on the hornback strap/deployant combo before you buy as it doesn't fit all wrists.

26 August 2012, 12:52 PM	#30
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	Based on the poll, it looks like most are either diver or panda. Almost 50/50 at this point. It's good to know what others think.

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