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WWC · 13 July 2016, 12:52 AM

I'm pretty much set on my next purchase and I think it's come down to one of the following two. The Royal Oak 15400 black vs. ROO 26470 in navy blue with the rubber band.

The plan is to sell my sub partially help fund the AP. I'll be keeping the rest of the collection.

The biggest decision is between these two AP. Which one would you go for and most importantly why?

I find this decision very hard to make. I like both watches and feel like I can pull it off on a 6.5 inch wrist.

Comments are very much appreciated.

911Cab · 13 July 2016, 12:56 AM

Both are great watches. The ROO is more sporty and bulky and has more wrist presence. The 15400 is more of a dress watch that goes great with a suit or a formal occasion. The RO bracelet is to die for. I like both so I own one of each.

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GB-man · 13 July 2016, 01:00 AM

Navy ROO for me but don't rule out the diver. It's a great piece.

WWC · 13 July 2016, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 911Cab

Both are great watches. The ROO is more sporty and bulky and has more wrist presence. The 15400 is more of a dress watch that goes great with a suit or a formal occasion. The RO bracelet is to die for. I like both so I own one of each.

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Thanks! Could you elaborate on the AP bracelet? What do you mean by "its to die for" I've only worn only the Rolex oyster bracelets. How would you compare it to that?

I'm thinking which one would be better for me in the long run.

Anything I should be aware between these two movements?

911Cab · 13 July 2016, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by WWC

Thanks! Could you elaborate on the AP bracelet? What do you mean by "its to die for" I've only worn only the Rolex oyster bracelets. How would you compare it to that?

I'm thinking which one would be better for me in the long run.

Anything I should be aware between these two movements?

The RO bracelet is 180 degree turn from the oyster. It's a scratch magnet as it has both brushed & polished surfaces. But if you don't mind the hairlines it's absolutely worth having. It's a work of art as its hand made and the light reflects off it spectacularly. Just google images of it and you'll get an idea. Both are in house movements and both have proven to be very reliable. Here's a shot of mine.

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WWC · 13 July 2016, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 911Cab

The RO bracelet is 180 degree turn from the oyster. It's a scratch magnet as it has both brushed & polished surfaces. But if you don't mind the hairlines it's absolutely worth having. It's a work of art as its hand made and the light reflects off it spectacularly. Just google images of it and you'll get an idea. Both are in house movements and both have proven to be very reliable. Here's a shot of mine.

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Great wrist shot!

How's the comfort of the bracelet? As the links are more clustered and smaller in size do they pull hair or scratch the skin?

911Cab · 13 July 2016, 01:18 AM

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Great wrist shot!

How's the comfort of the bracelet? As the links are more clustered and smaller in size do they pull hair or scratch the skin?

Thanks ! The bracelet couldn't be more comfortable. No issues whatsoever. I definitely endorse the 15400 over the ROO. The bracelet for the win !

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WWC · 13 July 2016, 01:42 AM

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Thanks ! The bracelet couldn't be more comfortable. No issues whatsoever. I definitely endorse the 15400 over the ROO. The bracelet for the win !

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If I may ask. What's your wrist size? Any issues wearing the bigger size ROO vs the 15400?

911Cab · 13 July 2016, 01:48 AM

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If I may ask. What's your wrist size? Any issues wearing the bigger size ROO vs the 15400?

7". No issues with either. Here are some pics.

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lig · 13 July 2016, 01:50 AM

Have you tried them on yet?

At 6.5" you may have lug overhang on both of the references you mentioned.

That sub in your avatar is going to wear smaller than either of those.

JD521 · 13 July 2016, 01:52 AM

My first AP was an older black themes but found it to be just a bit too bulky, more sporty and less versatile for me. And the since this was the older style deployment buckle, not as comfortable as the new models with the pin buckle.
Now I have the 15400 as my one and only AP (for now hopefully) and I could not be happier. The most well balanced watch I've ever owned both in how it wears and how it looks. And the bracelet...head and shoulders above the oyster on my sub ceramic.

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agsstructures · 13 July 2016, 02:08 AM

Black 15400, great watch and is my only AP. Good luck and congrats in advance!

Samui · 13 July 2016, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 911Cab

The RO bracelet is 180 degree turn from the oyster. It's a scratch magnet as it has both brushed & polished surfaces. But if you don't mind the hairlines it's absolutely worth having. It's a work of art as its hand made and the light reflects off it spectacularly. Just google images of it and you'll get an idea. Both are in house movements and both have proven to be very reliable. Here's a shot of mine.

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The RO and the ROO does not have an inhouse chronograph movement yet.

911Cab · 13 July 2016, 04:09 AM

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The RO and the ROO does not have an inhouse chronograph movement yet.

I'm pretty sure the new 42&44's ROO's have a in house Chrono movement. I know the 41MM RO don't.

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Manofsteelpt · 13 July 2016, 04:11 AM

I would pick the RO over the Blue ROO, but I'd take the Grey ROO over the 15400.

The 15400 will wear the same as your Sub, and Pix can't show how beautiful the RO bracelet is. though I agree, there are lots of great wrist shots of them, you just have to see and hold it to appreciate it.

Have you tried these 2 on? If possible, that's your best bet and decide form there.

Samui · 13 July 2016, 04:11 AM

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I'm pretty sure the new 42&44's ROO's have a in house Chrono movement. I know the 41MM RO don't.

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Im pretty sure they dont. Would love to be proven otherwise.

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911Cab · 13 July 2016, 04:15 AM

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Im pretty sure they dont. Would love to be proven otherwise.

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You are right. Still a module for the Chrono on the new 42 & 44's.

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Manofsteelpt · 13 July 2016, 04:22 AM

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I'm pretty sure the new 42&44's ROO's have a in house Chrono movement. I know the 41MM RO don't.

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The 41 RO is in house, the ROC is not.

lpolito415 · 13 July 2016, 05:31 AM

Go with the 15400. I just bought one last week and I am very happy. My first AP as well

Dolor Doc · 13 July 2016, 09:54 AM

Have you tried both on?

I find the 15400 to be great for casual wear and it dresses up nicely. Quite versatile.

Agree that the bracelet is out of this world. The dial is stunning. But nothing looks as good as when it's on your wrist.

Good luck with the decision! Honestly can't go wrong either way.

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WWC · 13 July 2016, 11:38 AM

Thanks for all the responses guys.

I'm easily swayed either way but you guys bring out a good point. The size of both watches on my wrist. I've tried the 15400 but not the 26470. Too bad I forgot to take pics of it when I was at the AD the other day. Hopefully I'll be going there once again and taking pics of both of them on my wrist.

I do feel like the new ceramic sub is a watch I can handle but maybe nothing beyond that. Let's see.

As for the movement. Are both these watches in house calibers?! Or not?

daytonaTBR · 13 July 2016, 11:57 AM

navy

Hairdude1 · 13 July 2016, 12:43 PM

I prefer the 15300 or a 15202 over a 15400. In this case go Navy

GB-man · 13 July 2016, 01:56 PM

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As for the movement. Are both these watches in house calibers?! Or not?

15400: in house cal 3120

ROO: 3126/3840 = 3120 + Dubois Depraz chronograph module

As such ROO is not fully in house, outsourcing its chrono module. I wouldn't let it stop you though. The chrono module and its added thickness are part of the ROO history at this point

watchlover135 · 13 July 2016, 08:58 PM

41 mm roc all the way !

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chuey38 · 13 July 2016, 09:48 PM

i think it depends on the use case. i have a 15400 but only wear it to the office - so it does get plenty of wear.

for weekends when theres more chance of scratching with other activities, im thinking about getting a ROO - diver maybe, as i just know i'll scratch up the 15400 bracelet faster.

masyv6 · 13 July 2016, 11:41 PM

I'll always pick a RO over the ROO. There is a soft spot in my heart for the ROOs though. I'd pick whichever one I thought went best with my normal daily attire.

kentheevil · 14 July 2016, 01:16 PM

Roo first then RO !

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jrs146 · 15 July 2016, 02:39 AM

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As the links are more clustered and smaller in size do they pull hair or scratch the skin?

Mine does every now and then, not really a big deal. It's an amazing bracelet. My only grip is no micro-adjustment. I have a 1.5 link, but even with that sometimes it's hard for me to get a perfect fit.

Manofsteelpt · 15 July 2016, 10:08 AM

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Roo first then RO !

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Grey for the win!!!

13 July 2016, 12:52 AM	#1
WWC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Home Posts: 1,438	First AP. 15400 black or 26470 navy. Please help me decide! I'm pretty much set on my next purchase and I think it's come down to one of the following two. The Royal Oak 15400 black vs. ROO 26470 in navy blue with the rubber band. The plan is to sell my sub partially help fund the AP. I'll be keeping the rest of the collection. The biggest decision is between these two AP. Which one would you go for and most importantly why? I find this decision very hard to make. I like both watches and feel like I can pull it off on a 6.5 inch wrist. Comments are very much appreciated. __________________ Royal Oak 15500ST Master Calendar METEORITE Q1552540 \| Luminor GMT PAM 00335 Aquanaut 5167A-001 \| Nautilus 5712/1A-001 Cosmograph DAYTONA 116520 \| DEEPSEA 126660 \| Explorer 214270 \| GMT Master II BLRO 16710 \| GMT Master II VTNR 126720 \| Submariner LV 16610 \| Sky-Dweller 326139 \| Prince Oysterdate 90630

13 July 2016, 11:38 AM	#21
WWC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Home Posts: 1,438	Thanks for all the responses guys. I'm easily swayed either way but you guys bring out a good point. The size of both watches on my wrist. I've tried the 15400 but not the 26470. Too bad I forgot to take pics of it when I was at the AD the other day. Hopefully I'll be going there once again and taking pics of both of them on my wrist. I do feel like the new ceramic sub is a watch I can handle but maybe nothing beyond that. Let's see. As for the movement. Are both these watches in house calibers?! Or not? __________________ Royal Oak 15500ST Master Calendar METEORITE Q1552540 \| Luminor GMT PAM 00335 Aquanaut 5167A-001 \| Nautilus 5712/1A-001 Cosmograph DAYTONA 116520 \| DEEPSEA 126660 \| Explorer 214270 \| GMT Master II BLRO 16710 \| GMT Master II VTNR 126720 \| Submariner LV 16610 \| Sky-Dweller 326139 \| Prince Oysterdate 90630

13 July 2016, 12:43 PM	#23
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	I prefer the 15300 or a 15202 over a 15400. In this case go Navy __________________ 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

13 July 2016, 12:56 AM	#2
911Cab Banned Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: USA Posts: 560	Both are great watches. The ROO is more sporty and bulky and has more wrist presence. The 15400 is more of a dress watch that goes great with a suit or a formal occasion. The RO bracelet is to die for. I like both so I own one of each. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 July 2016, 01:00 AM	#3
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Navy ROO for me but don't rule out the diver. It's a great piece.

13 July 2016, 01:50 AM	#10
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,611	Have you tried them on yet? At 6.5" you may have lug overhang on both of the references you mentioned. That sub in your avatar is going to wear smaller than either of those.

13 July 2016, 01:52 AM	#11
JD521 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: John Location: The Bay Posts: 1,055	My first AP was an older black themes but found it to be just a bit too bulky, more sporty and less versatile for me. And the since this was the older style deployment buckle, not as comfortable as the new models with the pin buckle. Now I have the 15400 as my one and only AP (for now hopefully) and I could not be happier. The most well balanced watch I've ever owned both in how it wears and how it looks. And the bracelet...head and shoulders above the oyster on my sub ceramic. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 July 2016, 02:08 AM	#12
agsstructures 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 2,401	Black 15400, great watch and is my only AP. Good luck and congrats in advance!

13 July 2016, 04:11 AM	#15
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	I would pick the RO over the Blue ROO, but I'd take the Grey ROO over the 15400. The 15400 will wear the same as your Sub, and Pix can't show how beautiful the RO bracelet is. though I agree, there are lots of great wrist shots of them, you just have to see and hold it to appreciate it. Have you tried these 2 on? If possible, that's your best bet and decide form there.

13 July 2016, 05:31 AM	#19
lpolito415 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Loren Location: Bay Area Watch: Rolex, AP Posts: 224	Go with the 15400. I just bought one last week and I am very happy. My first AP as well

13 July 2016, 09:54 AM	#20
Dolor Doc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: 'merica Watch: AP 15400 Posts: 151	Have you tried both on? I find the 15400 to be great for casual wear and it dresses up nicely. Quite versatile. Agree that the bracelet is out of this world. The dial is stunning. But nothing looks as good as when it's on your wrist. Good luck with the decision! Honestly can't go wrong either way. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 July 2016, 11:57 AM	#22
daytonaTBR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: N/A Posts: 1,466	navy

13 July 2016, 08:58 PM	#25
watchlover135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: USA Posts: 124	41 mm roc all the way ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 July 2016, 09:48 PM	#26
chuey38 Banned Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: UK Watch: 15202 Posts: 184	i think it depends on the use case. i have a 15400 but only wear it to the office - so it does get plenty of wear. for weekends when theres more chance of scratching with other activities, im thinking about getting a ROO - diver maybe, as i just know i'll scratch up the 15400 bracelet faster.

13 July 2016, 11:41 PM	#27
masyv6 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: 35000ft Posts: 3,771	I'll always pick a RO over the ROO. There is a soft spot in my heart for the ROOs though. I'd pick whichever one I thought went best with my normal daily attire.

14 July 2016, 01:16 PM	#28
kentheevil "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Ken Kelvins Location: bkk Watch: 116610LV Posts: 587	Roo first then RO ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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