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Vipes · 6 July 2015, 03:13 AM

Hi all,

I wanted to solicit your thoughts on the AP 15305st. I've tried on the RG version a few times but I haven't seen the steel version yet. My main concern is if I would get bored of the skeletonized face (more of a novelty piece?). Thanks and pics are always welcomed.

singe89 · 6 July 2015, 04:30 AM

Love the 15305st! Just picked up the 15305or. Only went with the gold because I already had a SS 15400 and I wanted something a little more special to pass down to my son.

How could you ever get bored of the skeleton dial? So much more interesting than a regular dial. I enjoy looking at all the fine details and small moving parts...really brings the watch to life. I also really enjoy being able to admire the fine movement finishing of a haute horology house like AP without having to take the watch off and look at the case back. The only downside is that it isn't the easiest watch to read. I often look down and get so mesmerized by the dial and gears ticking away that I forget to look at the time.

lapince · 6 July 2015, 04:43 AM

It's an awesome piece but in RG, saw it in SS and didn't like much, still cool one but if SS I would prefer a Jumbo

Vipes · 6 July 2015, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singe89

Love the 15305st! Just picked up the 15305or. Only went with the gold because I already had a SS 15400 and I wanted something a little more special to pass down to my son.

How could you ever get bored of the skeleton dial? So much more interesting than a regular dial. I enjoy looking at all the fine details and small moving parts...really brings the watch to life. I also really enjoy being able to admire the fine movement finishing of a haute horology house like AP without having to take the watch off and look at the case back. The only downside is that it isn't the easiest watch to read. I often look down and get so mesmerized by the dial and gears ticking away that I forget to look at the time.

Wow, great photo! Thanks for reply.

Vipes · 6 July 2015, 05:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lapince

It's an awesome piece but in RG, saw it in SS and didn't like much, still cool one but if SS I would prefer a Jumbo

I already have a white dial Jumbo. I like the SS version since it is a little less blingy.

thomaspp · 6 July 2015, 05:25 AM

Gorgeous watch. Have considered it a few times but others keep getting in the way!

Quote:

Originally Posted by singe89

Love the 15305st! Just picked up the 15305or. Only went with the gold because I already had a SS 15400 and I wanted something a little more special to pass down to my son.

How could you ever get bored of the skeleton dial? So much more interesting than a regular dial. I enjoy looking at all the fine details and small moving parts...really brings the watch to life. I also really enjoy being able to admire the fine movement finishing of a haute horology house like AP without having to take the watch off and look at the case back. The only downside is that it isn't the easiest watch to read. I often look down and get so mesmerized by the dial and gears ticking away that I forget to look at the time.

Bravo! Great picture

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HL65 · 6 July 2015, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singe89

Love the 15305st! Just picked up the 15305or. Only went with the gold because I already had a SS 15400 and I wanted something a little more special to pass down to my son.

How could you ever get bored of the skeleton dial? So much more interesting than a regular dial. I enjoy looking at all the fine details and small moving parts...really brings the watch to life. I also really enjoy being able to admire the fine movement finishing of a haute horology house like AP without having to take the watch off and look at the case back. The only downside is that it isn't the easiest watch to read. I often look down and get so mesmerized by the dial and gears ticking away that I forget to look at the time.

Congrats and love it! As to OP: I happen to love the watch in SS and have considered it as well so perhaps some day. Contrary to Arnaud I saw it in SS and was blown away!! So clearly taste is subjective and only you can decide for yourself.

Manofsteelpt · 6 July 2015, 05:48 AM

Beautiful piece!

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lapince · 6 July 2015, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vipes

I already have a white dial Jumbo. I like the SS version since it is a little less blingy.

Well I usually don't like bling but the SS appeared to me a little dull, but then again I saw it 30 seconds as I wasn't interested by it really, but did try it on though, in any case it's a very cool watch, just one of the rare ones that I prefer in RG than in SS, the Patek 5167 is also like that, I like the SS but prefer way more the RG

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Originally Posted by HL65

Congrats and love it! As to OP: I happen to love the watch in SS and have considered it as well so perhaps some day. Contrary to Arnaud I saw it in SS and was blown away!! So clearly taste is subjective and only you can decide for yourself.

Of course taste is subjective and differ, and it's a good thing, if we all had the same tastes life would be really boring

AK797 · 6 July 2015, 08:59 AM

It's an incredibly well crafted piece for sure but for me just a bit too much going on.

Vipes · 6 July 2015, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

It's an incredibly well crafted piece for sure but for me just a bit too much going on.

I agree that it has a lot going on. This is one of my reservations regarding this piece.

jjnd08 · 6 July 2015, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

It's an incredibly well crafted piece for sure but for me just a bit too much going on.

Agreed. But I just glanced over it. I haven't taken the time to really appreciate it.

benlee · 6 July 2015, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singe89

Love the 15305st! Just picked up the 15305or. Only went with the gold because I already had a SS 15400 and I wanted something a little more special to pass down to my son.

How could you ever get bored of the skeleton dial? So much more interesting than a regular dial. I enjoy looking at all the fine details and small moving parts...really brings the watch to life. I also really enjoy being able to admire the fine movement finishing of a haute horology house like AP without having to take the watch off and look at the case back. The only downside is that it isn't the easiest watch to read. I often look down and get so mesmerized by the dial and gears ticking away that I forget to look at the time.

As an existing owner of the same watch I agree with everything you said. Congrats on the pickup!

I too find the 15305ST just as nice. The SS case with bracelets lends the watch a different feel compare to the RG version, more advant garde and industrious.

CWIN · 6 July 2015, 09:59 AM

My 2nd fave AP behind the RO tourbillon and IMO one of the best looking skeletons all time.

Vipes · 6 July 2015, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by benlee

As an existing owner of the same watch I agree with everything you said. Congrats on the pickup!

I too find the 15305ST just as nice. The SS case with bracelets lends the watch a different feel compare to the RG version, more advant garde and industrious.

Avant grade and industrious are perfect descriptions for this watch. How often do you wear yours?

benlee · 6 July 2015, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipes

Avant grade and industrious are perfect descriptions for this watch. How often do you wear yours?

You mean the RG version? Not that often actually as it is not considered as one of my daily watches.

mustangtornado · 6 July 2015, 11:10 AM

One of my absolute favorite pieces...one I hope to obtain in the near future.
Here 's one in the window at the Bal Harbour boutique just a month ago.

GB-man · 6 July 2015, 12:46 PM

I love it. Tried it on at bal harbour last year and was smitten. Maybe some day who knows?

daytonaTBR · 6 July 2015, 02:05 PM

I really like the rg one. I think it's good for the price point and would be hard to get tired of

Hairdude1 · 6 July 2015, 03:55 PM

I was able to try one on and love the skeleton dial

Vipes · 6 July 2015, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Hairdude1

I was able to try one on and love the skeleton dial

Very nice pic! Did you try it on at an AD?

sekihk · 7 July 2015, 04:39 AM

ST is very nice on strap if you're willing to spend the time and effort to make it happen.

Vipes · 7 July 2015, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by sekihk

ST is very nice on strap if you're willing to spend the time and effort to make it happen.

Looks fantastic on strap. Was it difficult for you to find the 15305? Thanks.

blcblc · 7 July 2015, 11:35 PM

It's a beautiful piece

AMCK87 · 8 July 2015, 12:07 AM

It is a wonderful piece, and very hard to come by in steel. It is becoming Boutique only in the US, with the top top ADs maybe getting one if they are lucky. I use mine as my dress watch as opposed to regular rotation, and I must say to me it fits the bill perfectly!

Abdullasaif · 8 July 2015, 02:10 AM

I don't think ill ever get bored wearing a skeleton watch, sadly I've passed the opportunity for a 15305 steel twice a year ago. The watch wears exactly like any non jumbo RO models and would highly recommend it, happy hunting!

DECR · 8 July 2015, 02:12 AM

Beautiful piece! The only thing I would miss is the date indicator as I often turn to my watch for that info. But overall it is a stunning watch, love it.

texex91 · 8 July 2015, 02:26 AM

Meeting the team that makes the skeletons at AP, one gets a true appreciation for the art and skill it takes to produce.

Great pieces no matter the flavor one decides.

Vipes · 8 July 2015, 02:46 AM

Thanks for the replies, guys

6 July 2015, 03:13 AM	#1
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,913	Thoughts on the 15305st Hi all, I wanted to solicit your thoughts on the AP 15305st. I've tried on the RG version a few times but I haven't seen the steel version yet. My main concern is if I would get bored of the skeletonized face (more of a novelty piece?). Thanks and pics are always welcomed.

6 July 2015, 05:48 AM	#8
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	Beautiful piece! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ "Best to stay silent and have the world think you're a fool than to speak and remove all doubt." SMD

6 July 2015, 09:59 AM	#14
CWIN "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Chris Location: San Diego Watch: Patek, AP, Rolex Posts: 4,449	My 2nd fave AP behind the RO tourbillon and IMO one of the best looking skeletons all time. __________________ *Instagram* @cwin

6 July 2015, 11:10 AM	#17
mustangtornado "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Dallas/Palm Beach Posts: 149	One of my absolute favorite pieces...one I hope to obtain in the near future. Here 's one in the window at the Bal Harbour boutique just a month ago. Attached Images

6 July 2015, 03:55 PM	#20
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	I was able to try one on and love the skeleton dial Attached Images __________________ 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

6 July 2015, 04:30 AM	#2
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	Love the 15305st! Just picked up the 15305or. Only went with the gold because I already had a SS 15400 and I wanted something a little more special to pass down to my son. How could you ever get bored of the skeleton dial? So much more interesting than a regular dial. I enjoy looking at all the fine details and small moving parts...really brings the watch to life. I also really enjoy being able to admire the fine movement finishing of a haute horology house like AP without having to take the watch off and look at the case back. The only downside is that it isn't the easiest watch to read. I often look down and get so mesmerized by the dial and gears ticking away that I forget to look at the time.

6 July 2015, 04:43 AM	#3
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	It's an awesome piece but in RG, saw it in SS and didn't like much, still cool one but if SS I would prefer a Jumbo

6 July 2015, 08:59 AM	#10
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	It's an incredibly well crafted piece for sure but for me just a bit too much going on.

6 July 2015, 12:46 PM	#18
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	I love it. Tried it on at bal harbour last year and was smitten. Maybe some day who knows?

6 July 2015, 02:05 PM	#19
daytonaTBR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: N/A Posts: 1,466	I really like the rg one. I think it's good for the price point and would be hard to get tired of

7 July 2015, 04:39 AM	#22
sekihk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 112	ST is very nice on strap if you're willing to spend the time and effort to make it happen.

7 July 2015, 11:35 PM	#24
blcblc "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Somewhere Posts: 2,300	It's a beautiful piece

8 July 2015, 12:07 AM	#25
AMCK87 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: USA Posts: 1,339	It is a wonderful piece, and very hard to come by in steel. It is becoming Boutique only in the US, with the top top ADs maybe getting one if they are lucky. I use mine as my dress watch as opposed to regular rotation, and I must say to me it fits the bill perfectly!

8 July 2015, 02:10 AM	#26
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	I don't think ill ever get bored wearing a skeleton watch, sadly I've passed the opportunity for a 15305 steel twice a year ago. The watch wears exactly like any non jumbo RO models and would highly recommend it, happy hunting! Attached Images

8 July 2015, 02:12 AM	#27
DECR "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Diego Location: Mexico Watch: PP,AL&S,AP,Rolex Posts: 825	Beautiful piece! The only thing I would miss is the date indicator as I often turn to my watch for that info. But overall it is a stunning watch, love it.

8 July 2015, 02:26 AM	#28
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Meeting the team that makes the skeletons at AP, one gets a true appreciation for the art and skill it takes to produce. Great pieces no matter the flavor one decides.

8 July 2015, 02:46 AM	#29
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,913	Thanks for the replies, guys

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