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Old 7 May 2013, 10:35 AM   #1
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Daddy and his off-springs

I had an opportunity to be up close and personal with some new pieces from SIHH'13. A mini report is on the way.

Meanwhile...

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Old 7 May 2013, 10:47 AM   #2
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that's one nice leather tray packed with nice AP's;)
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Old 7 May 2013, 11:12 AM   #3
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you know those pics of cars such as porsches or ferraris or lambos all parked next to each other?
yeah... this is even more awesome!
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Old 7 May 2013, 11:14 AM   #4
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you know those pics of cars such as porsches or ferraris or lambos all parked next to each other?
yeah... this is even more awesome!
+1 Hahaha exactly!
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Old 7 May 2013, 11:19 AM   #5
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Can't wait. 44mm ceramic in set?
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Old 7 May 2013, 11:32 AM   #6
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Wow Wayne. He'll of a shot. Great that you could see pieces that we mere mortals have to wait till September. Any more pics?
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Old 7 May 2013, 12:45 PM   #7
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That orange diver, dear lord.
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Old 7 May 2013, 01:05 PM   #8
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Please post pics of the ceramic Diver. I really like that watch...
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Old 7 May 2013, 01:32 PM   #9
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OMG that's a SICK collection of AP. And I mean it in an enviously good way...
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Old 7 May 2013, 02:22 PM   #10
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Great shot Wayne!


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Old 7 May 2013, 02:53 PM   #11
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Cool pic!
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Old 7 May 2013, 03:19 PM   #12
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Nice pic Wayne!
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Old 7 May 2013, 04:52 PM   #13
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Another preview...

Ceramic vs Forged Carbon!

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Old 7 May 2013, 05:14 PM   #14
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Niceeeee, forged carbon ftw ��
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Old 7 May 2013, 05:32 PM   #15
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Great shots!!!!

Love seeing so many cool APs in one pic.
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Old 7 May 2013, 05:52 PM   #16
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Great pix!! Thanks. Can't wait for the rest.
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Old 7 May 2013, 06:09 PM   #17
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Another preview...

Ceramic vs Forged Carbon!

Which one's lighter? How's the feel of the ceramic case?
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Old 7 May 2013, 06:53 PM   #18
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Old 7 May 2013, 09:53 PM   #19
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Wayne you are killing us...

Is that the new 44mm ceramic?
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Old 7 May 2013, 11:27 PM   #20
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Sorry my friends! I'm very busy today and the review is still in the making. I'll try to post it when I reach home later.

Meanwhile...

The SIHH'13 models


And some parking shots


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Old 8 May 2013, 12:28 AM   #21
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very nice
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Old 8 May 2013, 01:11 AM   #22
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Some serious awesomeness right there!
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Old 8 May 2013, 01:11 AM   #23
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Ceramic vs Forged Carbon!

Very cool.
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Old 8 May 2013, 01:53 AM   #24
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This thread is getting very dangerous to my pocketbook...

I will not open this thread again, I will not open this thread again, I will not open this thread again, I will not open this thread again, I will not open this thread again...
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Old 8 May 2013, 05:20 AM   #25
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OK... Here we go

PART 1 - Ceramic Diver

First impression: High tech, stealthy with a sharp killer look



The ceramic is highly resistant to scratch and has a layer of sheen which make the watch glows. I was initially reserved about the orange accent on the dial, but, as with all other AP watches, its harmonious design can only be best appreciated when you see the timepiece in real life.



There are many subtle differences between this model and its cousins, i.e. the SS & FC Divers, which I wouldn't elaborate in this mini review. However, the most remarkable and obvious difference is... the Diver has gone bare back this time
With a transparent case back fully exposes the wonderful 3120 workhorse yet retaining its 300m water resistant rating, I think the engineering achievement deserves a big round of applause!



So, SS, FC or Ceramic? Personally, SS is my choice because of its masculine and utilitarian look. The SS is also relatively more cost effective to own. FC is the lightest among the lot, while the ceramic Diver is only slightly heavier than FC. Both the blackened Divers wear slightly smaller than the SS, but their avant-garde materials and killer looks would woo many curious hearts (and deep pockets). Unfortunately, the boutique has just sold off an FC Diver. Otherwise, it would be great to put all three variances together for a side-by-side comparison.



Stay tuned for Part 2
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Old 8 May 2013, 05:22 AM   #26
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44mm please!

Okay, I wasn't suppose to open this thread...
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Old 8 May 2013, 05:32 AM   #27
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I had an opportunity to be up close and personal with some new pieces from SIHH'13. A mini report is on the way.

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Sweet 'parking' shot man!
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So far its looking like its gonna be an amazing review thread. Can't wait for the rest. Thanks for sharing.
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Old 8 May 2013, 06:19 AM   #29
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