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Jidonsu · 10 May 2015, 02:16 AM

I've had my 15400 with the black dial for about two years now. I also picked up a Daytona over Christmas. I really love the size of Daytona since my wrist is under 6.75 inches, but I've always wanted a blue dial Royal Oak, and the 39mm would be perfect on me (I once had a 15300). I did ask AP about switching the black dial for the blue, and they said no since the blue is a boutique edition.

I was planning to sell the 15400 after it comes back from Clearwater for the 3rd year warranty service, which would bring me down to a Rolex 114060 and the Daytona. Now I'm entertaining the idea of selling both the Daytona and 15400 to buy a 15202 instead. That would still leave me with my Sub and the 15202, which I think I'd be happy with.

Thoughts?

Andrés G · 10 May 2015, 02:33 AM

I agree with you. I would rather have the Jumbo than the 15400 and a Daytona. Go for it.

APRolex · 10 May 2015, 02:39 AM

Sound thinking 👍🏽

subtona · 10 May 2015, 03:02 AM

If you like your 15400 you will love the 15202.

ec00421 · 10 May 2015, 03:05 AM

Really depends on how you feel with the pieces. I own a 15400 myself and thought about switching to 15202 recently (lets admit it, the dial and the size of 15202 is pretty damn gorgeous) but the lack of second hand and the pull out crown put me off. Wasnt willing to sacrifice practicality for aesthetic gain. As a matter of fact, before I got my 15400, I was seriously deciding between 15202 and 15400 but for the same reasons I went for 15400.

Moral of the story is - yes, the 15202 is gorgeous and has the magical power that really draws you in but are you prepared to sacrifice 'practicality' of 15400? This is a question only you can answer!

There is no such thing as right or wrong answer as both pieces are equally gorgeous but its ultimately to do with your personal preference!

thomaspp · 10 May 2015, 03:31 AM

Sounds like a good plan!

subtona · 10 May 2015, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ejsc421

Really depends on how you feel with the pieces. I own a 15400 myself and thought about switching to 15202 recently (lets admit it, the dial and the size of 15202 is pretty damn gorgeous) but the lack of second hand and the pull out crown put me off. Wasnt willing to sacrifice practicality for aesthetic gain. As a matter of fact, before I got my 15400, I was seriously deciding between 15202 and 15400 but for the same reasons I went for 15400.

Moral of the story is - yes, the 15202 is gorgeous and has the magical power that really draws you in but are you prepared to sacrifice 'practicality' of 15400? This is a question only you can answer!

There is no such thing as right or wrong answer as both pieces are equally gorgeous but its ultimately to do with your personal preference!

where does the second hand and crown become relevant to practicality?

HL65 · 10 May 2015, 03:54 AM

Jumbo!

Cabaiguan · 10 May 2015, 04:13 AM

Jumbo, Brother...no doubts.

ec00421 · 10 May 2015, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

where does the second hand and crown become relevant to practicality?

Well

Second hand - actually displays second and personally I find this to be useful

Pull out crown - you are sacrificing water resistance potentially, no?

thomaspp · 10 May 2015, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

where does the second hand and crown become relevant to practicality?

Rolf... Have to agree buddy

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Abdullasaif · 10 May 2015, 04:36 AM

Jumbo any day of the week

Jidonsu · 10 May 2015, 04:41 AM

You're a bunch of enablers.

Haha.

I didn't think about the pull out crown, though the 15400 and 15202 share the same water resistance at 50m. I don't plan on wearing the watch frequently, but it might be hard giving up the Daytona. Hmmm...

thurgood · 10 May 2015, 04:42 AM

I'd keep the Daytona if I were you, it's an iconic Rolex with nice complication. I would rather sell the sub and 15400 to fund the 15202, and yes jumbo is worth getting

AK797 · 10 May 2015, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by thurgood

I'd keep the Daytona if I were you, it's an iconic Rolex with nice complication. I would rather sell the sub and 15400 to fund the 15202, and yes jumbo is worth getting

I'd sell all that and more to get the RG 202 that Scott just bought, absolute stunner!

JJ WA · 10 May 2015, 06:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thurgood

i'd keep the daytona if i were you, it's an iconic rolex with nice complication. I would rather sell the sub and 15400 to fund the 15202, and yes jumbo is worth getting

+1

theflywrist · 10 May 2015, 06:44 AM

For my info. Are the blue dials on the 15300/15400 and Jumbo the same?

texex91 · 10 May 2015, 06:53 AM

Sub and 15202 would be nice combo covering all bases.

thurgood · 10 May 2015, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

I'd sell all that and more to get the RG 202 that Scott just bought, absolute stunner!

Haha thanks Neil! I was sold on the blue dial and bracelet

subtona · 10 May 2015, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ejsc421

Well

Second hand - actually displays second and personally I find this to be useful

Pull out crown - you are sacrificing water resistance potentially, no?

Second hand is a personal choice no doubt. I would prefer a second hand if it were a manual wind.

As far as water resistance, as stated above, for whatever reason AP maintains the 50m rating on most if not all the royal oak models.

I could under understand the difference of cost being a consideration for practicality or the quickset date...

///armin · 10 May 2015, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by crazypilot

For my info. Are the blue dials on the 15300/15400 and Jumbo the same?

No and even within the 15202 there are different variations, here are pics someone posted before...

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...ighlight=15202

jjnd08 · 10 May 2015, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by crazypilot

For my info. Are the blue dials on the 15300/15400 and Jumbo the same?

Nope. A quick Google search and you can see some images that show them side by side.

Quote:

Originally Posted by thurgood

I'd keep the Daytona if I were you, it's an iconic Rolex with nice complication. I would rather sell the sub and 15400 to fund the 15202, and yes jumbo is worth getting

Fully agree. And if push came to shove, I'd rather have a Daytona and a 15400 or 15300.

subtona · 10 May 2015, 08:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///armin

No and even within the 15202 there are different variations, here are pics someone posted before...

Have seen this image before and believe the lighting to be responsible for the appearance of diff shades.

s14roller · 10 May 2015, 09:32 AM

Sub and 15202. Good daily, good weekend.

Jidonsu · 10 May 2015, 09:52 AM

I'm definitely selling the 15400. I'm not really all that willing to see the Daytona or the Sub go, so I might just have to buy the 15202 outright at some point. In that case, I'd have a fantastic trio spanning quite a bit of history, even if they are modern interpretations.

zama · 10 May 2015, 09:55 AM

I am in the no camp, I would sell the 15400 and take the time to find a blue dial 15300. losing a Daytona to keep a watch that looks very similar to your 15400.

lipjin · 10 May 2015, 12:04 PM

I would keep the Daytona and save for the 15202. I don't see an iconic AP replacing that combination in terms of switching it up. The 15202 is more of a collectors piece imho

AS1 · 11 May 2015, 01:44 AM

go for that Jumbo

kilyung · 11 May 2015, 02:18 AM

Don't think, do.

Abdullasaif · 11 May 2015, 04:00 AM

15202.

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10 May 2015, 02:16 AM	#1
Jidonsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United States Posts: 258	Thinking of a 15202 I've had my 15400 with the black dial for about two years now. I also picked up a Daytona over Christmas. I really love the size of Daytona since my wrist is under 6.75 inches, but I've always wanted a blue dial Royal Oak, and the 39mm would be perfect on me (I once had a 15300). I did ask AP about switching the black dial for the blue, and they said no since the blue is a boutique edition. I was planning to sell the 15400 after it comes back from Clearwater for the 3rd year warranty service, which would bring me down to a Rolex 114060 and the Daytona. Now I'm entertaining the idea of selling both the Daytona and 15400 to buy a 15202 instead. That would still leave me with my Sub and the 15202, which I think I'd be happy with. Thoughts? __________________ Current Collection Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15400 \| Rolex 114060 \| Rolex 116710BLNR \| Tudor Black Bay GMT \| Tudor Pelagos Blue \| IWC Mark XVIII Le Petit Prince \|

10 May 2015, 03:02 AM	#4
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	If you like your 15400 you will love the 15202. __________________

10 May 2015, 03:31 AM	#6
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	Sounds like a good plan! __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

10 May 2015, 03:54 AM	#8
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	Jumbo! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

10 May 2015, 04:13 AM	#9
Cabaiguan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Raf Location: NJ Watch: GMTII Posts: 2,155	Jumbo, Brother...no doubts. __________________ "A ship of war is the best ambassador." - Oliver Cromwell

10 May 2015, 02:33 AM	#2
Andrés G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Guatemala Posts: 3,392	I agree with you. I would rather have the Jumbo than the 15400 and a Daytona. Go for it.

10 May 2015, 02:39 AM	#3
APRolex Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Sam Location: NYC Watch: AP Perp Skeleton Posts: 1,071	Sound thinking 👍🏽

10 May 2015, 03:05 AM	#5
ec00421 Banned Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NY Posts: 513	Really depends on how you feel with the pieces. I own a 15400 myself and thought about switching to 15202 recently (lets admit it, the dial and the size of 15202 is pretty damn gorgeous) but the lack of second hand and the pull out crown put me off. Wasnt willing to sacrifice practicality for aesthetic gain. As a matter of fact, before I got my 15400, I was seriously deciding between 15202 and 15400 but for the same reasons I went for 15400. Moral of the story is - yes, the 15202 is gorgeous and has the magical power that really draws you in but are you prepared to sacrifice 'practicality' of 15400? This is a question only you can answer! There is no such thing as right or wrong answer as both pieces are equally gorgeous but its ultimately to do with your personal preference!

10 May 2015, 04:36 AM	#12
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	Jumbo any day of the week

10 May 2015, 04:41 AM	#13
Jidonsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United States Posts: 258	You're a bunch of enablers. Haha. I didn't think about the pull out crown, though the 15400 and 15202 share the same water resistance at 50m. I don't plan on wearing the watch frequently, but it might be hard giving up the Daytona. Hmmm... __________________ Current Collection Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15400 \| Rolex 114060 \| Rolex 116710BLNR \| Tudor Black Bay GMT \| Tudor Pelagos Blue \| IWC Mark XVIII Le Petit Prince \|

10 May 2015, 04:42 AM	#14
thurgood "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Scott Location: West coast Watch: PP/AP/ROLEX Posts: 391	I'd keep the Daytona if I were you, it's an iconic Rolex with nice complication. I would rather sell the sub and 15400 to fund the 15202, and yes jumbo is worth getting

10 May 2015, 06:44 AM	#17
theflywrist "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Stratosphere Posts: 1,993	For my info. Are the blue dials on the 15300/15400 and Jumbo the same?

10 May 2015, 06:53 AM	#18
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Sub and 15202 would be nice combo covering all bases.

10 May 2015, 09:32 AM	#24
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	Sub and 15202. Good daily, good weekend.

10 May 2015, 09:52 AM	#25
Jidonsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United States Posts: 258	I'm definitely selling the 15400. I'm not really all that willing to see the Daytona or the Sub go, so I might just have to buy the 15202 outright at some point. In that case, I'd have a fantastic trio spanning quite a bit of history, even if they are modern interpretations. __________________ Current Collection Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15400 \| Rolex 114060 \| Rolex 116710BLNR \| Tudor Black Bay GMT \| Tudor Pelagos Blue \| IWC Mark XVIII Le Petit Prince \|

10 May 2015, 09:55 AM	#26
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,808	I am in the no camp, I would sell the 15400 and take the time to find a blue dial 15300. losing a Daytona to keep a watch that looks very similar to your 15400. __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

10 May 2015, 12:04 PM	#27
lipjin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: HK Watch: AP ROC, Nautilus Posts: 1,657	I would keep the Daytona and save for the 15202. I don't see an iconic AP replacing that combination in terms of switching it up. The 15202 is more of a collectors piece imho __________________ "We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right" -Nelson Mandela "It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices" -Dumbledore Instagram: horolj_

11 May 2015, 01:44 AM	#28
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	go for that Jumbo

11 May 2015, 02:18 AM	#29
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Don't think, do.

11 May 2015, 04:00 AM	#30
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	15202. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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