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WristEnvy · 2 July 2016, 02:06 PM

Hi All,

I asked a similar question on the PP forum when I was considering an Aquanaut as my only PP. Well that happened and now I'm looking to add an AP RO possibly for my 40th birthday present to myself. Curious to see who has an RO as their only AP.

The ROC and RO dual time are also in consideration, but I'm leaning towards the 15300st or 15400st with blue dial since it is an in-house movement. I have a 116520 and two GMT2s. At first I didn't consider the 15202st jumbo because I felt having the seconds hand a more practical purchase, but it is growing on me.

I need to go try some on :-P...

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lig · 2 July 2016, 02:14 PM

I have a 15300 as my one and only and while I would love to add a Diver - am perfectly content with the blue as my one and only.

WristEnvy · 2 July 2016, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by lig

I have a 15300 as my one and only and while I would love to add a Diver - am perfectly content with the blue as my one and only.

Thanks! I had two watches with blue dial and I flipped them to fund the Aquanaut. Missing a little blue in my life :-).

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dr.ns23 · 2 July 2016, 04:40 PM

Buy the 15202 for sure. When you see it and try you will love it.

VICI · 2 July 2016, 09:28 PM

There's no such thing as an 'only AP' .... Once you get one, you're gonna be hooked

Ive owned the 15400 and it is a great watch. Bracelet is unreal and super comfortable.

GB-man · 2 July 2016, 10:01 PM

Nice to have an RO and an ROO but either will fill the need in a small collection.

agsstructures · 2 July 2016, 10:43 PM

15400 is the only AP i own

Kaapu · 2 July 2016, 10:57 PM

You have a good taste. PP5167, AP 15202 and Pepsi is my small collection. Enough so far.

JD521 · 2 July 2016, 11:43 PM

My one and only AP...but would love to add another!

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Dolor Doc · 3 July 2016, 12:38 AM

Agree with what was said above.

15400st is my one and only, but once you see some of the other masterful pieces it's difficult not to start planning your next purchase.

Once you see their RG in person--and on your wrist--it's tough not to drool.

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Robert993 · 3 July 2016, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by jeopardy

buy the 15202 for sure. When you see it and try you will love it.

x2

lig · 3 July 2016, 05:19 AM

A little blue for you, OP.

My reasoning on the 15300 - the 15202 is sublime. The movement is a thing of beauty. It was a little too thin for me though and I really would miss a second hand.

Almost a dress watch but it isn't.

I had a hard time but the RO IMO is a sports watch. The 15400 was a bit too close to a ROO for my 6.75" wrist so that was out.

15300 ended up being "just right"

DSCF2349 by j c, on Flickr

rebel_1 · 3 July 2016, 05:39 AM

My one and only AP. It's hard to go wrong with a Jumbo, IMHO. I don't wear it much because I'm afraid of scratches. For me it would not be a good piece for a one and only every day wearer, but it's a great member of a collection.

willski · 3 July 2016, 07:17 AM

I have a 15300 as my only AP. In the future who knows but that's the situation for now :)

Only brand I have more than 1 is Rolex.

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watchucallit · 3 July 2016, 07:58 AM

I do not see any issue here. It is a matter of what you like. I tend to go with a lot of Chronos but I do have diversity-- but between brands. So the bottom line is go with what you really like. In terms of the seconds hand-- that or a chrono seconds hand is absolutely essential for me. I used to say I could not go with a stand alone Chrono Seconds hand but I softened on that one... However --- no seconds hand-- no buy!

masyv6 · 3 July 2016, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by lig

A little blue for you, OP.

My reasoning on the 15300 - the 15202 is sublime. The movement is a thing of beauty. It was a little too thin for me though and I really would miss a second hand.

Almost a dress watch but it isn't.

I had a hard time but the RO IMO is a sports watch. The 15400 was a bit too close to a ROO for my 6.75" wrist so that was out.

15300 ended up being "just right"

DSCF2349 by j c, on Flickr

For me, if you can't go 15202, you've gotta pick the 15300. That blue is stunning.

WristEnvy · 3 July 2016, 08:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lig

A little blue for you, OP.

My reasoning on the 15300 - the 15202 is sublime. The movement is a thing of beauty. It was a little too thin for me though and I really would miss a second hand.

Almost a dress watch but it isn't.

I had a hard time but the RO IMO is a sports watch. The 15400 was a bit too close to a ROO for my 6.75" wrist so that was out.

15300 ended up being "just right"

DSCF2349 by j c, on Flickr

GAWD... that's a beauty. Thanks for sharing!

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AK797 · 3 July 2016, 09:26 AM

SS is absolutely fine for a one and only AP, I had a RG ROC as an only AP. I wouldn't have it as a one and only watch tho.

kneedeep · 3 July 2016, 10:05 AM

300 white dial my only AP. Needed a white dial and an AP so checked off both boxes! Love it, comfortable and super legible. But now that my Bluesy is gone, I'm shopping for another blue dial....

Baco Noir · 3 July 2016, 10:28 AM

Yes. 15400 silver dial as my one an only. The only other model that interests me is the 15202.

Robert993 · 3 July 2016, 11:43 AM

Yes

mineral · 3 July 2016, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert993

Yes

WristEnvy · 3 July 2016, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert993

Yes

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Tomas Eriksson · 3 July 2016, 04:38 PM

My only AP, it is in rotation with a couple of Rolexes but it is one of my daily drivers. No mayor scratches after a few months of ownership

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Ton91 · 3 July 2016, 05:56 PM

This is my one and only AP

WristEnvy · 3 July 2016, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Nice to have an RO and an ROO but either will fill the need in a small collection.

Which would you get first given the choice?

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WristEnvy · 3 July 2016, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaapu

You have a good taste. PP5167, AP 15202 and Pepsi is my small collection. Enough so far.

Thanks. That is a beauty of a trio. You have a group shot?

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WatchingAustin · 4 July 2016, 12:57 AM

my only AP is a 15202. I think it is fitting too as the jumbo is one of/the watch that put AP on the map. Also it was the only one that speaks to me. I think if I had to narrow down to 3 watches I would have a 5164a, 15202, and Daytona

vintageguy · 4 July 2016, 07:54 AM

I only own this one because it's all I can afford.

lapince · 4 July 2016, 09:03 AM

Sure, I have a ROO, ce diver as my one and only AP, did think adding a Jumbo but the lack of second hand really bothers me, and I find the proportions of the 15400 not so perfect, but sure having a RO or ROO as only AP is a great choice and would do fine, I have others which I don't wear but have 2 incomings, one is waiting for me in Switzerland and the other will be in October, 1 SS and 1 RG, kinda like the 3 different materials idea, but the diver will most likely be my only AP, have had it as my only watch for 4 months and except if you wear a suit it's perfect, so a SS RO is perfect IMO...

I'll always regret not getting a mint blue dial 15300 for 8.900 euros 2 years ago, I got a few other watches instead, a Blancpain instead of the 15300 and since 2 weeks later I was getting a PP 5712 thought it would be too redundant, what a dork

how the hell could I not get it, even then finding a mint one at that price from a reputable dealer was not so easy in blue dial, it's the only watch I regret not getting

2 July 2016, 02:06 PM	#1
WristEnvy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ray Location: Berkeley, CA Watch: IG @watch.kakashi Posts: 2,579	Royal Oak as your only AP? Hi All, I asked a similar question on the PP forum when I was considering an Aquanaut as my only PP. Well that happened and now I'm looking to add an AP RO possibly for my 40th birthday present to myself. Curious to see who has an RO as their only AP. The ROC and RO dual time are also in consideration, but I'm leaning towards the 15300st or 15400st with blue dial since it is an in-house movement. I have a 116520 and two GMT2s. At first I didn't consider the 15202st jumbo because I felt having the seconds hand a more practical purchase, but it is growing on me. I need to go try some on :-P... Sent from my Nexus 5X using Tapatalk

3 July 2016, 05:39 AM	#13
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	My one and only AP. It's hard to go wrong with a Jumbo, IMHO. I don't wear it much because I'm afraid of scratches. For me it would not be a good piece for a one and only every day wearer, but it's a great member of a collection. Attached Images __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

3 July 2016, 10:28 AM	#20
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 4,969	Yes. 15400 silver dial as my one an only. The only other model that interests me is the 15202. __________________ Current Collection: Rolex 126619LB, 116710BLNR, and 216570 polar Explorer II; Omega Apollo 8 Speedmaster and Planet Ocean 42; Tudor BB Bronze Bucherer Blue Edition; Nomos Neomatik 42; Breitling Aerospace, Avenger Blackbird, & SuperOcean 44; Doxa 300 Pro Carbon; Stowa Limette; Laco Napa Flieger; Mickey Mouse Timex Electric; and dare I say it...an Apple Watch too

3 July 2016, 11:43 AM	#21
Robert993 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: California Posts: 126	Yes Attached Images

3 July 2016, 04:38 PM	#24
Tomas Eriksson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Stockholm Watch: 15707CE Posts: 2,027	Royal Oak as your only AP? My only AP, it is in rotation with a couple of Rolexes but it is one of my daily drivers. No mayor scratches after a few months of ownership Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ State of the union: 5066A,15400ST,15707CE,116610LN,26470OR and a few other…

2 July 2016, 02:14 PM	#2
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,611	I have a 15300 as my one and only and while I would love to add a Diver - am perfectly content with the blue as my one and only.

2 July 2016, 04:40 PM	#4
dr.ns23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Somewhere Watch: 15202 Posts: 436	Buy the 15202 for sure. When you see it and try you will love it.

2 July 2016, 09:28 PM	#5
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	There's no such thing as an 'only AP' .... Once you get one, you're gonna be hooked Ive owned the 15400 and it is a great watch. Bracelet is unreal and super comfortable.

2 July 2016, 10:01 PM	#6
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,354	Nice to have an RO and an ROO but either will fill the need in a small collection.

2 July 2016, 10:43 PM	#7
agsstructures 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 2,401	15400 is the only AP i own

2 July 2016, 10:57 PM	#8
Kaapu "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Houston, Texas Watch: PP, Rolex,SUF Posts: 65	You have a good taste. PP5167, AP 15202 and Pepsi is my small collection. Enough so far.

2 July 2016, 11:43 PM	#9
JD521 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: John Location: The Bay Posts: 1,055	My one and only AP...but would love to add another! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 July 2016, 12:38 AM	#10
Dolor Doc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: 'merica Watch: AP 15400 Posts: 151	Agree with what was said above. 15400st is my one and only, but once you see some of the other masterful pieces it's difficult not to start planning your next purchase. Once you see their RG in person--and on your wrist--it's tough not to drool. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 July 2016, 05:19 AM	#12
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,611	A little blue for you, OP. My reasoning on the 15300 - the 15202 is sublime. The movement is a thing of beauty. It was a little too thin for me though and I really would miss a second hand. Almost a dress watch but it isn't. I had a hard time but the RO IMO is a sports watch. The 15400 was a bit too close to a ROO for my 6.75" wrist so that was out. 15300 ended up being "just right" DSCF2349 by j c, on Flickr

3 July 2016, 07:17 AM	#14
willski "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Will Location: New York Posts: 500	I have a 15300 as my only AP. In the future who knows but that's the situation for now :) Only brand I have more than 1 is Rolex. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 July 2016, 07:58 AM	#15
watchucallit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: San Fran Posts: 2,218	I do not see any issue here. It is a matter of what you like. I tend to go with a lot of Chronos but I do have diversity-- but between brands. So the bottom line is go with what you really like. In terms of the seconds hand-- that or a chrono seconds hand is absolutely essential for me. I used to say I could not go with a stand alone Chrono Seconds hand but I softened on that one... However --- no seconds hand-- no buy!

3 July 2016, 09:26 AM	#18
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	SS is absolutely fine for a one and only AP, I had a RG ROC as an only AP. I wouldn't have it as a one and only watch tho.

3 July 2016, 10:05 AM	#19
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	300 white dial my only AP. Needed a white dial and an AP so checked off both boxes! Love it, comfortable and super legible. But now that my Bluesy is gone, I'm shopping for another blue dial....

3 July 2016, 05:56 PM	#25
Ton91 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Bangkok Posts: 138	This is my one and only AP

4 July 2016, 12:57 AM	#28
WatchingAustin "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: TX Watch: iwatch Posts: 390	my only AP is a 15202. I think it is fitting too as the jumbo is one of/the watch that put AP on the map. Also it was the only one that speaks to me. I think if I had to narrow down to 3 watches I would have a 5164a, 15202, and Daytona

4 July 2016, 07:54 AM	#29
vintageguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: GMT-7 Posts: 90	I only own this one because it's all I can afford.

4 July 2016, 09:03 AM	#30
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	Sure, I have a ROO, ce diver as my one and only AP, did think adding a Jumbo but the lack of second hand really bothers me, and I find the proportions of the 15400 not so perfect, but sure having a RO or ROO as only AP is a great choice and would do fine, I have others which I don't wear but have 2 incomings, one is waiting for me in Switzerland and the other will be in October, 1 SS and 1 RG, kinda like the 3 different materials idea, but the diver will most likely be my only AP, have had it as my only watch for 4 months and except if you wear a suit it's perfect, so a SS RO is perfect IMO... I'll always regret not getting a mint blue dial 15300 for 8.900 euros 2 years ago, I got a few other watches instead, a Blancpain instead of the 15300 and since 2 weeks later I was getting a PP 5712 thought it would be too redundant, what a dork how the hell could I not get it, even then finding a mint one at that price from a reputable dealer was not so easy in blue dial, it's the only watch I regret not getting

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