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xeal · 8 May 2015, 10:51 AM

Hey guys,

On the hunt for the next watch, and I am sort of torn between these two.

I love the blue dial, and the 39MM is the perfect fit for my wrists.
Now the prices for the 15300 have gone quite high, and i'm not sure if they will stay there, but with the current prices for the 15300's I can't help but feel the 15202 is the way to go.
A more modern AP which won't require servicing anytime soon, a really cool movement, and lastly also a watch that will more likely retain value I believe.

Looking for input from you guys though!
Thanks in advance

APRolex · 8 May 2015, 10:59 AM

15202 is the way to go. It's iconic !

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GB-man · 8 May 2015, 01:43 PM

Jumbo because it's thin light and beautiful. Was questionable before prices went high on the 15300, now it's more logical to go 15202 imho.

Speed · 8 May 2015, 01:58 PM

What's considered high for a blue 15300 now?

GB-man · 8 May 2015, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed

What's considered high for a blue 15300 now?

Judging by the for sale here 14500 seems to be asking price. Asking being the key word.

Speed · 8 May 2015, 02:31 PM

Wow. Thanks.

Hairdude1 · 8 May 2015, 03:11 PM

I would go jumbo! 15202 all day

malarky_hk · 8 May 2015, 05:00 PM

I'd go jumbo as well. The price difference between a used 15300 which will likely require a service vs a relatively new jumbo is probably around 3k.

xeal · 8 May 2015, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by malarky_hk

I'd go jumbo as well. The price difference between a used 15300 which will likely require a service vs a relatively new jumbo is probably around 3k.

Thank you guys for the responses.
My thought's exactly.
I am not sure how much an AP service generally costs, although I have heard of that it can be quite expensive.
Any average figures anyone can give us?

But I am definitely now leaning towards the 15202 because of the little price difference between the two, and the fact that this is newer, likely to hold its value more, etc.

Flex368 · 8 May 2015, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by xeal

But I am definitely now leaning towards the 15202

Excellent choice.

travisb · 8 May 2015, 08:55 PM

15202 is the way to go!

Hamish · 8 May 2015, 09:06 PM

15202

jjnd08 · 8 May 2015, 10:27 PM

I'll be "the one" on this thread and buck the trend.

15300. I had a Reverso without a second hand, and I learned that I missed having a second hand - it really gives the watch "life."

sebastien1975 · 8 May 2015, 10:42 PM

15202. Without a doubt

HL65 · 8 May 2015, 10:42 PM

Jumbo

///armin · 8 May 2015, 11:01 PM

15202 for sure!

s14roller · 8 May 2015, 11:28 PM

Zero question 15202. If you're in the US, check out WAK4 since he's selling a mint one.

Melvin_arnold · 8 May 2015, 11:55 PM

15202 all day everyday

AS1 · 9 May 2015, 12:34 AM

15202 and it's not even close, shouldn't be any question.

Speed · 9 May 2015, 12:47 AM

OK...have to say, I love the 15300. Have not held a 15202, but no seconds hand would put me in a snit. I would HATE that.

That said, the blue dial on the Jumbo is quite pleasant. I do think the 15300 is pretty darn svelte. I need to try the Jumbo on and see how wafer thin it is.

subtona · 9 May 2015, 12:49 AM

202.

The only thing you you need to make the best decision is to put them both on your wrist for 5 minutes to compare... No comparison :)

yessir69 · 9 May 2015, 02:20 AM

Jumbo.

Starguru · 9 May 2015, 02:35 AM

Another vote for the 15202. I made this very decision last year. I was worried about not having a seconds hand.

But from the second I wore the 15202 my concerns faded away and its been a wonderful year. This watch is so comfortable. It's iconic. The Royal Oak is one of the most significant pieces in the history of horology. The bracelet is a work of art. The way the light reflects off all the edges is marvelous. It just feels great. Elegant, sophisticated, just a superior piece.

Nurv1717 · 9 May 2015, 02:36 AM

Go with the 15202. It is just perfect IMO, just got one two weeks ago. I always thought not having a second hand would bug me but it doesn't at all. I love the simplicity and layout of the dial and the thinness must be experienced first hand.

AMCK87 · 9 May 2015, 02:42 AM

15202!

viczeva · 9 May 2015, 03:02 AM

You can get a 15300 with box and papers for around 12-13k... a 15202 blue will be at least 18k.

For 14k, you could get a blue 15300, which will maintain its value better than the black or white dials, or you could go vintage and get a 5402 - 5402 c series start at 12k.

I love the 15202, but i don't think the 5k premium is worth it. 5 years from now, as more and more supply comes out, they will be worth less.

id stick to a blue 15300 or 5402... you can even find them from a dealer that offers 1 year warranty.

AK797 · 9 May 2015, 03:44 AM

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el1125 · 9 May 2015, 04:27 AM

15202

Abdullasaif · 9 May 2015, 04:57 AM

Have a 15300 but i won't recommend it over a 15202. So 15202.

8 May 2015, 10:51 AM	#1
xeal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: In a bubble Posts: 379	RO 15300 vs 15202. Which one to get at current prices? Hey guys, On the hunt for the next watch, and I am sort of torn between these two. I love the blue dial, and the 39MM is the perfect fit for my wrists. Now the prices for the 15300 have gone quite high, and i'm not sure if they will stay there, but with the current prices for the 15300's I can't help but feel the 15202 is the way to go. A more modern AP which won't require servicing anytime soon, a really cool movement, and lastly also a watch that will more likely retain value I believe. Looking for input from you guys though! Thanks in advance

8 May 2015, 11:06 AM	#3
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8 May 2015, 03:11 PM	#8
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	I would go jumbo! 15202 all day __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

8 May 2015, 10:42 PM	#16
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Jumbo __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

9 May 2015, 12:49 AM	#22
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	202. The only thing you you need to make the best decision is to put them both on your wrist for 5 minutes to compare... No comparison :) __________________

8 May 2015, 10:59 AM	#2
APRolex Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Sam Location: NYC Watch: AP Perp Skeleton Posts: 1,071	15202 is the way to go. It's iconic !

8 May 2015, 01:43 PM	#4
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Jumbo because it's thin light and beautiful. Was questionable before prices went high on the 15300, now it's more logical to go 15202 imho.

8 May 2015, 01:58 PM	#5
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	What's considered high for a blue 15300 now?

8 May 2015, 02:31 PM	#7
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Wow. Thanks.

8 May 2015, 05:00 PM	#9
malarky_hk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ... Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,466	I'd go jumbo as well. The price difference between a used 15300 which will likely require a service vs a relatively new jumbo is probably around 3k.

8 May 2015, 08:55 PM	#12
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,490	15202 is the way to go!

8 May 2015, 09:06 PM	#13
Hamish "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Earth Watch: 5575 Posts: 1,674	15202

8 May 2015, 10:27 PM	#14
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	I'll be "the one" on this thread and buck the trend. 15300. I had a Reverso without a second hand, and I learned that I missed having a second hand - it really gives the watch "life."

8 May 2015, 10:42 PM	#15
sebastien1975 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Sebastien Location: South East Asia Posts: 788	15202. Without a doubt

8 May 2015, 11:01 PM	#17
///armin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Armin Location: USA Posts: 533	15202 for sure!

8 May 2015, 11:28 PM	#18
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	Zero question 15202. If you're in the US, check out WAK4 since he's selling a mint one.

8 May 2015, 11:55 PM	#19
Melvin_arnold "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Melvin Location: Sydney Watch: TV Posts: 392	15202 all day everyday

9 May 2015, 12:34 AM	#20
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	15202 and it's not even close, shouldn't be any question.

9 May 2015, 12:47 AM	#21
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	OK...have to say, I love the 15300. Have not held a 15202, but no seconds hand would put me in a snit. I would HATE that. That said, the blue dial on the Jumbo is quite pleasant. I do think the 15300 is pretty darn svelte. I need to try the Jumbo on and see how wafer thin it is.

9 May 2015, 02:20 AM	#23
yessir69 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Tornado Alley Posts: 3,289	Jumbo.

9 May 2015, 02:35 AM	#24
Starguru "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: VA Posts: 238	Another vote for the 15202. I made this very decision last year. I was worried about not having a seconds hand. But from the second I wore the 15202 my concerns faded away and its been a wonderful year. This watch is so comfortable. It's iconic. The Royal Oak is one of the most significant pieces in the history of horology. The bracelet is a work of art. The way the light reflects off all the edges is marvelous. It just feels great. Elegant, sophisticated, just a superior piece.

9 May 2015, 02:36 AM	#25
Nurv1717 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 63	Go with the 15202. It is just perfect IMO, just got one two weeks ago. I always thought not having a second hand would bug me but it doesn't at all. I love the simplicity and layout of the dial and the thinness must be experienced first hand.

9 May 2015, 02:42 AM	#26
AMCK87 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: USA Posts: 1,339	15202!

9 May 2015, 03:02 AM	#27
viczeva "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Seattle Posts: 207	You can get a 15300 with box and papers for around 12-13k... a 15202 blue will be at least 18k. For 14k, you could get a blue 15300, which will maintain its value better than the black or white dials, or you could go vintage and get a 5402 - 5402 c series start at 12k. I love the 15202, but i don't think the 5k premium is worth it. 5 years from now, as more and more supply comes out, they will be worth less. id stick to a blue 15300 or 5402... you can even find them from a dealer that offers 1 year warranty.

9 May 2015, 04:27 AM	#29
el1125 Banned Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: USA Posts: 3,578	15202

9 May 2015, 04:57 AM	#30
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	Have a 15300 but i won't recommend it over a 15202. So 15202.

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