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superdog · 29 March 2016, 11:57 AM

Looking to dip my foot in these waters again.

I'm going to be honest, it's a problem (being honest) of mine, I just don't want to wear a Rolex.

I'm really enjoying my Omega watches, but I do want something a little bolder. My Yaeger is a keeper, but with no date, it's got something missing. I don't need a date, but I do want one.

My concern is the size. I typically stay at 42 or under. Balance is an issue too. I'm thinking standard diver or ceramic with orange.

Any guidance or thoughts/ideas would he appreciated.

eonflux · 29 March 2016, 12:02 PM

Ceramic diver won't feel as big as the steel Diver because of the weight difference and also won't look as large because of the color. And the bezel will look better with daily wear.
The ceramic will be less top heavy, and the FC even more so

ELITEVIDEOGAMES · 29 March 2016, 12:03 PM

It's always good to have an AP in the lineup.
What about the Navy 42 ROO, nice rubber strap like the diver plus chrono

7sins · 29 March 2016, 12:29 PM

Love my 15300, the perfect daily and much thinner than the ROO line. Fits great under my dress shirt and has the date function you want. Perfect for my 6.75" wrist. ROC is a great choice too.

masterserg · 29 March 2016, 12:31 PM

No wrong choices ... 15300, 15400, steel diver, ceramic diver ...

They are all awesome! Very few I do not like, if any ... Every WIS needs one.

For me, this is the perfect AP, daily or not:

avilhena · 29 March 2016, 12:46 PM

I have a 15400 that I think is the perfect daily wear, even though i dont wear it on a daily basis, but on rotation

Lgear080 · 29 March 2016, 12:56 PM

Agreed there are no wrong Choices. If cost is a consideration find a solid used diver.

subtona · 29 March 2016, 01:15 PM

15202 jumbo 40th.

A beautiful timeless watch with real historic roots.

ralpie · 29 March 2016, 02:10 PM

Lebron ROO, understated luxury!

J/K, get a 39mm- they are the perfect size!

FWIW I actually tried a Lebron and liked it...

JD521 · 29 March 2016, 02:36 PM

Almost everyday for me

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Eddo · 29 March 2016, 03:30 PM

I wear my roc daily. Its big enough for my liking at 41mm

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lapince · 29 March 2016, 04:44 PM

Get the ceramic diver, had it for a year it is simply a stunning watch and a real pleasure to wear, no way this one will ever leave, perfect for everything except with suits but I seldom wear them

superdog · 29 March 2016, 04:54 PM

Thanks for the tips guys.

Thinking ceramic diver.

lapince · 29 March 2016, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by superdog

Thanks for the tips guys.

Thinking ceramic diver.

And you would be very very wise to do so, I guarantee you that you wil love it

Abdullasaif · 29 March 2016, 05:39 PM

Honestly any of them can be dailies depends if you prefer the royal oak or the Royal oak offshore

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jjnd08 · 29 March 2016, 06:18 PM

Have you thought about the FC diver? I prefer that over the ceramic.

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RichHitch · 29 March 2016, 06:23 PM

+1, 15400 is a great daily wear. Got mine last week and love it.

texex91 · 29 March 2016, 09:32 PM

Any of the ROO line would be ideal.

Try on a 44mm (you pick the flavor) and see what you think.

Remember you can have short strap put on AP's to help with fit if needed.

IF that is too large, try on a 42mm (ceramic is a fun one).

Congrats for stepping out into other brands.

gummy · 29 March 2016, 09:41 PM

You mention Ceramic Diver...This would be a great choice

I assume you're good with the black color - so I would try on any/all of the Forged Carbon and Ceramic versions both 42mm and 44mm...

Personally I love the 44mm FC and 44mm Ceramic versions and find they "wear" a little smaller on the wrist.

csi-n · 29 March 2016, 10:03 PM

Ceramic Diver would be an excellent choice...scratch resistant, especially on the bezel where APs are most susceptible, light weight and well balanced, nice black/orange color combo, and it's simply a very attractive piece.

Good luck and have fun choosing.

Sam

AK797 · 29 March 2016, 10:04 PM

The 39mm ROs will probably fit you best as APs tend to wear bigger. Try on the 42 ROOs as well altho I find the chronos with smaller dials wear smaller than the Divers... but don't get the orange, let's get those new orange POs.

Tomas Eriksson · 29 March 2016, 10:17 PM

Go for a 15202, It's a beautiful piece

salvadorsantana · 29 March 2016, 11:03 PM

For daily use I would go for any RO

jolimont · 29 March 2016, 11:08 PM

a good daily, if you're irish and like to fight people

Tan · 29 March 2016, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superdog

Looking to dip my foot in these waters again.

I'm going to be honest, it's a problem (being honest) of mine, I just don't want to wear a Rolex.

I'm really enjoying my Omega watches, but I do want something a little bolder. My Yaeger is a keeper, but with no date, it's got something missing. I don't need a date, but I do want one.

My concern is the size. I typically stay at 42 or under. Balance is an issue too. I'm thinking standard diver or ceramic with orange.

Any guidance or thoughts/ideas would he appreciated.

15300 or 15400 Royal Oak.

Islatate · 30 March 2016, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterserg

No wrong choices ... 15300, 15400, steel diver, ceramic diver ...

They are all awesome! Very few I do not like, if any ... Every WIS needs one.

For me, this is the perfect AP, daily or not:

The FC ROO looks amazing on you Serg. Having seen so many 44mm ROOs recently on TRF on a wide range of wrists is making me think hard about acquiring the SS ROO - I have been hesitant to pull the trigger only bc of my "smallish" 7.25-inch wrist. Gotta get down to the AD this week to try on the 26400st again.

agsstructures · 30 March 2016, 12:40 AM

15202

masterserg · 30 March 2016, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Islatate

The FC ROO looks amazing on you Serg. Having seen so many 44mm ROOs recently on TRF on a wide range of wrists is making me think hard about acquiring the SS ROO - I have been hesitant to pull the trigger only bc of my "smallish" 7.25-inch wrist. Gotta get down to the AD this week to try on the 26400st again.

Thank you Ken! Any 44 should be perfect on 7.25 .... FC wears a little smaller than SS due to the colors but no worries. You won't regret it. It's an absolute beast and I miss mine dearly! I wish I could have both.

Here's another ;)

speedmaster73 · 30 March 2016, 01:43 AM

diver makes a great daily wearer.....wear and tear on bezel???

...maybe if you take a magnified glass and look at my wrist.....

furthermore, the bezel will look pristine after and service **AP says the bezel can be refinished 3 times.....worst case? purchase a new bezel down the road...

oh, this also applies to rolex explorer 2, 116520 daytonas etc....

watches that get 'worn' sooner or later show it. thats a good thing.

Cru Jones · 30 March 2016, 01:54 AM

if ceramic diver is a serious option, then, that's the one for sure.

the ROs are lovely, too, but i don't think they have that "bold" look you're looking for?

29 March 2016, 11:57 AM	#1
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	A good daily AP. Looking to dip my foot in these waters again. I'm going to be honest, it's a problem (being honest) of mine, I just don't want to wear a Rolex. I'm really enjoying my Omega watches, but I do want something a little bolder. My Yaeger is a keeper, but with no date, it's got something missing. I don't need a date, but I do want one. My concern is the size. I typically stay at 42 or under. Balance is an issue too. I'm thinking standard diver or ceramic with orange. Any guidance or thoughts/ideas would he appreciated. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

29 March 2016, 12:29 PM	#4
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,622	Love my 15300, the perfect daily and much thinner than the ROO line. Fits great under my dress shirt and has the date function you want. Perfect for my 6.75" wrist. ROC is a great choice too. __________________ Richard Mille RG RM030 \|\| Richard Mille RM72ti \|\| AP 26240 50TH Green Royal Oak Chrono \|\| AP Royal Oak Off Shore Gulf Blue 26238 \|\| AP Royal Oak Blue JUMBO SS 15202ST \|\| AP ROO Diver Green 15720ST \|\| ♕ Rolex Platinum Daytona Diamond 116506 \|\| Cartier Santos

29 March 2016, 12:31 PM	#5
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	No wrong choices ... 15300, 15400, steel diver, ceramic diver ... They are all awesome! Very few I do not like, if any ... Every WIS needs one. For me, this is the perfect AP, daily or not: __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

29 March 2016, 01:15 PM	#8
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	15202 jumbo 40th. A beautiful timeless watch with real historic roots. __________________

29 March 2016, 04:54 PM	#13
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	Thanks for the tips guys. Thinking ceramic diver. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

29 March 2016, 12:02 PM	#2
eonflux "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SNA Posts: 3,637	Ceramic diver won't feel as big as the steel Diver because of the weight difference and also won't look as large because of the color. And the bezel will look better with daily wear. The ceramic will be less top heavy, and the FC even more so

29 March 2016, 12:03 PM	#3
ELITEVIDEOGAMES "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Tom Location: Long Island NY Watch: me sell games Posts: 1,898	It's always good to have an AP in the lineup. What about the Navy 42 ROO, nice rubber strap like the diver plus chrono

29 March 2016, 12:46 PM	#6
avilhena "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Brazil Posts: 1,139	I have a 15400 that I think is the perfect daily wear, even though i dont wear it on a daily basis, but on rotation

29 March 2016, 12:56 PM	#7
Lgear080 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 3,506	Agreed there are no wrong Choices. If cost is a consideration find a solid used diver.

29 March 2016, 02:10 PM	#9
ralpie 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Ral P Location: Northeast Posts: 2,405	Lebron ROO, understated luxury! J/K, get a 39mm- they are the perfect size! FWIW I actually tried a Lebron and liked it...

29 March 2016, 02:36 PM	#10
JD521 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: John Location: The Bay Posts: 1,055	Almost everyday for me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 March 2016, 03:30 PM	#11
Eddo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 40	I wear my roc daily. Its big enough for my liking at 41mm Sent from my SM-G920I using Tapatalk

29 March 2016, 04:44 PM	#12
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	Get the ceramic diver, had it for a year it is simply a stunning watch and a real pleasure to wear, no way this one will ever leave, perfect for everything except with suits but I seldom wear them

29 March 2016, 05:39 PM	#15
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	Honestly any of them can be dailies depends if you prefer the royal oak or the Royal oak offshore Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 March 2016, 06:18 PM	#16
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	Have you thought about the FC diver? I prefer that over the ceramic. However, I'd personally want a watch with an AP bracelet first. I wear this beauty almost daily. You should try it on. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ---------------------- Instagram: watchesandchickensandwiches

29 March 2016, 06:23 PM	#17
RichHitch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Barth Location: London Watch: Rolex Patek AP Posts: 108	+1, 15400 is a great daily wear. Got mine last week and love it.

29 March 2016, 09:32 PM	#18
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Any of the ROO line would be ideal. Try on a 44mm (you pick the flavor) and see what you think. Remember you can have short strap put on AP's to help with fit if needed. IF that is too large, try on a 42mm (ceramic is a fun one). Congrats for stepping out into other brands.

29 March 2016, 09:41 PM	#19
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	You mention Ceramic Diver...This would be a great choice I assume you're good with the black color - so I would try on any/all of the Forged Carbon and Ceramic versions both 42mm and 44mm... Personally I love the 44mm FC and 44mm Ceramic versions and find they "wear" a little smaller on the wrist.

29 March 2016, 10:03 PM	#20
csi-n "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Sam Location: Arkansas Posts: 1,042	Ceramic Diver would be an excellent choice...scratch resistant, especially on the bezel where APs are most susceptible, light weight and well balanced, nice black/orange color combo, and it's simply a very attractive piece. Good luck and have fun choosing. Sam

29 March 2016, 10:04 PM	#21
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	The 39mm ROs will probably fit you best as APs tend to wear bigger. Try on the 42 ROOs as well altho I find the chronos with smaller dials wear smaller than the Divers... but don't get the orange, let's get those new orange POs.

29 March 2016, 10:17 PM	#22
Tomas Eriksson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Stockholm Watch: 15707CE Posts: 2,027	Go for a 15202, It's a beautiful piece __________________ State of the union: 5066A,15400ST,15707CE,116610LN,26470OR and a few other…

29 March 2016, 11:03 PM	#23
salvadorsantana "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Orlando Watch: AP/R O L E X Posts: 187	For daily use I would go for any RO __________________ Quality over Quantity

29 March 2016, 11:08 PM	#24
jolimont "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Will Location: land of oz Watch: sundial Posts: 2,219	a good daily, if you're irish and like to fight people

30 March 2016, 12:40 AM	#27
agsstructures 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 2,401	15202

30 March 2016, 01:43 AM	#29
speedmaster73 Banned Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Canada Posts: 1,231	diver makes a great daily wearer.....wear and tear on bezel???...maybe if you take a magnified glass and look at my wrist..... furthermore, the bezel will look pristine after and service **AP says the bezel can be refinished 3 times.....worst case? purchase a new bezel down the road... oh, this also applies to rolex explorer 2, 116520 daytonas etc.... watches that get 'worn' sooner or later show it. thats a good thing.

30 March 2016, 01:54 AM	#30
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	if ceramic diver is a serious option, then, that's the one for sure. the ROs are lovely, too, but i don't think they have that "bold" look you're looking for?

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