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Stack · 1 May 2018, 05:44 AM

Hi Everyone,

I have been lurking on this part of TRF for a long time because an AP Royal Oak has been one of my grail pieces growing up and I was finally able to join this great group with my first. I still can't believe I got it and it puts a smile on my face every time I put it on. It couldn't have come at a better time, while my Panerai is out to service.

I had been torn on which version I wanted, but at the end I went with the one that really fit me the best and had everything I wanted.

I always knew I wanted a blue dial. As much as I like the 15202 I have a larger wrist for one, I also like the sub second hand and quick date set as well which moved me into the 15400.

After waiting for a while I finally pulled the trigger and picked up this amazing beauty. Thanks to all the thoughtful discussion on here comparing different aspects of every watch even though I didn't join in.

DeeTee · 1 May 2018, 05:49 AM

IMO there is nothing better than a 41mm RO on the wrist.
Welcome to the club my friend!

DeeTee · 1 May 2018, 05:55 AM

IMO there is nothing better than a 41mm RO on the wrist.
Welcome to the club my friend!

Stack · 1 May 2018, 05:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeeTee

IMO there is nothing better than a 41mm RO on the wrist.
Welcome to the club my friend!

Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

SC11 · 1 May 2018, 06:05 AM

Welcome to the RO club, the finishing is amazing!

Bushido · 1 May 2018, 06:07 AM

Congratulations on that beautiful AP! The blue dial and overall aesthetics just oozes classy and cool.

Kjp061987 · 1 May 2018, 06:09 AM

Great pic! You wear it well. Congratulations!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

armidoro1 · 1 May 2018, 06:11 AM

Congrats! It looks amazing! I've had mine for 3 weeks and couldn't be happier! Mines the black dial though. Enjoy it!

Sent from my Galaxy S9+

JoeCool76 · 1 May 2018, 06:40 AM

Congrats. Just joined the club myself with the smaller version for a smaller wrist. :)

Stack · 1 May 2018, 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SC11

Welcome to the RO club, the finishing is amazing!

Thank you, it really just makes me smile to see how much detail has been put into this watch.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bushido

Congratulations on that beautiful AP! The blue dial and overall aesthetics just oozes classy and cool.

I appreciate it. I have this thing for blue dials and I think this is one of the best.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kjp061987

Great pic! You wear it well. Congratulations!

I appreciate the kind words.

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Quote:

Originally Posted by armidoro1

Congrats! It looks amazing! I've had mine for 3 weeks and couldn't be happier! Mines the black dial though. Enjoy it!

Sent from my Galaxy S9+

That looks beautiful on the wrist. Congrats to you as well!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoeCool76

Congrats. Just joined the club myself with the smaller version for a smaller wrist. :)

That looks great!

GB-man · 1 May 2018, 07:18 AM

Congratulations and great shot of a sensational watch! Health to wear

RolexZen · 1 May 2018, 07:19 AM

Congratulations. The 15400ST is an easy choice if it wears better on your wrist than the Jumbo. It's still pretty thin, has the quick set date, the second hand, and the longer power reserve. The choice is tougher for those of us with approx. 6.75" wrists.

24 nights · 1 May 2018, 07:23 AM

Stack · 1 May 2018, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GB-man

Congratulations and great shot of a sensational watch! Health to wear

Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by RolexZen

Congratulations. The 15400ST is an easy choice if it wears better on your wrist than the Jumbo. It's still pretty thin, has the quick set date, the second hand, and the longer power reserve. The choice is tougher for those of us with approx. 6.75" wrists.

Yea, I have a little bit larger than a 7.5" so it made it a bit easier in that regards. Even if the 15202 is so much more iconic and closer to the original.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 24 nights

OP15 · 1 May 2018, 07:41 AM

Welcome and congrats!

wach16 · 1 May 2018, 09:49 AM

Well done!

HK Islandboy · 1 May 2018, 09:57 AM

Congratulations! This is squarely in my sights also!

Skyrider01 · 1 May 2018, 10:25 AM

Congratulations!
I'm not a club member yet, but am looking forward to joining soon.

strettyend · 1 May 2018, 11:00 AM

That blue is stunning OP. Congrats!

kn_watches · 1 May 2018, 11:40 AM

Looks great. Congrats on your new timepiece.

wiswrist · 1 May 2018, 01:45 PM

Congrats! Can't beat that dial! Really nice picture too.

I love this piece and can't wait to get one myself.

soilwork · 1 May 2018, 02:08 PM

Congrats! My ruthenium dial saying hello!

gummy · 1 May 2018, 02:59 PM

The blue rocks...very good looking on your wrist.

Congrats!

supele · 1 May 2018, 07:11 PM

Congrats! That is one beautiful watch indeed.

De Carlo · 1 May 2018, 08:27 PM

Congrats

1William · 1 May 2018, 08:43 PM

Congratulations

TimeOnHand · 1 May 2018, 08:47 PM

Congratulations on getting your watch... looks fantastic!

brandrea · 1 May 2018, 08:47 PM

Stunning

Congratulations and enjoy!

AK797 · 2 May 2018, 07:54 AM

Wow superlative pic of one of the best blue dials in creation.

Hank · 2 May 2018, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stack

Hi Everyone,

I have been lurking on this part of TRF for a long time because an AP Royal Oak has been one of my grail pieces growing up and I was finally able to join this great group with my first. I still can't believe I got it and it puts a smile on my face every time I put it on. It couldn't have come at a better time, while my Panerai is out to service.

I had been torn on which version I wanted, but at the end I went with the one that really fit me the best and had everything I wanted.

I always knew I wanted a blue dial. As much as I like the 15202 I have a larger wrist for one, I also like the sub second hand and quick date set as well which moved me into the 15400.

After waiting for a while I finally pulled the trigger and picked up this amazing beauty. Thanks to all the thoughtful discussion on here comparing different aspects of every watch even though I didn't join in.

Huge congrats! She is a beauty~

1 May 2018, 05:44 AM	#1
Stack "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Orange County, CA Watch: PAM312\|AP 15400ST Posts: 302	I Just Joined the Club with one of My Grails Hi Everyone, I have been lurking on this part of TRF for a long time because an AP Royal Oak has been one of my grail pieces growing up and I was finally able to join this great group with my first. I still can't believe I got it and it puts a smile on my face every time I put it on. It couldn't have come at a better time, while my Panerai is out to service. I had been torn on which version I wanted, but at the end I went with the one that really fit me the best and had everything I wanted. I always knew I wanted a blue dial. As much as I like the 15202 I have a larger wrist for one, I also like the sub second hand and quick date set as well which moved me into the 15400. After waiting for a while I finally pulled the trigger and picked up this amazing beauty. Thanks to all the thoughtful discussion on here comparing different aspects of every watch even though I didn't join in. __________________ PAM 312 Panerai Central \| Panerai Central Instagram

1 May 2018, 07:18 AM	#11
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Congratulations and great shot of a sensational watch! Health to wear __________________

1 May 2018, 09:49 AM	#16
wach16 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: NH Watch: 228239, PAM00684 Posts: 2,121	Well done! __________________ Rolex 228239 PAM00684

1 May 2018, 11:00 AM	#19
strettyend "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Miami Posts: 1,726	That blue is stunning OP. Congrats! __________________ Patek Nautilus 5740G; AP ROC 26315OR; Vacheron Fiftysix; Day Date RG 228235 Olive; Cartier Santos de Cartier Rose Gold

1 May 2018, 11:40 AM	#20
kn_watches "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: P Location: CA Watch: AP/PP/Rolex/Pam Posts: 500	Looks great. Congrats on your new timepiece. __________________ PP 5990 * AP 26400IO * 116610lv * 116710ln * PAM 24 * Breitling 6.75 * Chopard Mille Miglia GMT * Chopard Mille Miglia Titanium IG: @kn_watches

1 May 2018, 05:49 AM	#2
DeeTee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Netflix Posts: 3,978	IMO there is nothing better than a 41mm RO on the wrist. Welcome to the club my friend!

1 May 2018, 05:55 AM	#3
DeeTee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Netflix Posts: 3,978	IMO there is nothing better than a 41mm RO on the wrist. Welcome to the club my friend!

1 May 2018, 06:05 AM	#5
SC11 Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Watch: AP ☠️ Posts: 6,151	Welcome to the RO club, the finishing is amazing!

1 May 2018, 06:07 AM	#6
Bushido "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 512	Congratulations on that beautiful AP! The blue dial and overall aesthetics just oozes classy and cool.

1 May 2018, 06:09 AM	#7
Kjp061987 Banned Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Texas Watch: PAM512 Posts: 333	Great pic! You wear it well. Congratulations! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 May 2018, 06:11 AM	#8
armidoro1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: UK Posts: 135	Congrats! It looks amazing! I've had mine for 3 weeks and couldn't be happier! Mines the black dial though. Enjoy it! Sent from my Galaxy S9+

1 May 2018, 06:40 AM	#9
JoeCool76 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 98	Congrats. Just joined the club myself with the smaller version for a smaller wrist. :)

1 May 2018, 07:19 AM	#12
RolexZen "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Atlanta Watch: No Rolex Posts: 722	Congratulations. The 15400ST is an easy choice if it wears better on your wrist than the Jumbo. It's still pretty thin, has the quick set date, the second hand, and the longer power reserve. The choice is tougher for those of us with approx. 6.75" wrists.

1 May 2018, 07:23 AM	#13
24 nights Banned Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Rob Location: LSU Watch: 43sd +Daytona's Posts: 264

1 May 2018, 07:41 AM	#15
OP15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Andrew Location: USA Posts: 542	Welcome and congrats!

1 May 2018, 09:57 AM	#17
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	Congratulations! This is squarely in my sights also!

1 May 2018, 10:25 AM	#18
Skyrider01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Florida/Canada Posts: 1,312	Congratulations! I'm not a club member yet, but am looking forward to joining soon.

1 May 2018, 01:45 PM	#21
wiswrist 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,086	Congrats! Can't beat that dial! Really nice picture too. I love this piece and can't wait to get one myself. __________________ @wiswrist

1 May 2018, 02:08 PM	#22
soilwork "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Singapore Watch: Rollie ftw! Posts: 70	Congrats! My ruthenium dial saying hello!

1 May 2018, 02:59 PM	#23
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	The blue rocks...very good looking on your wrist. Congrats!

1 May 2018, 07:11 PM	#24
supele "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 11	Congrats! That is one beautiful watch indeed.

1 May 2018, 08:27 PM	#25
De Carlo Banned Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Baytown Posts: 79	Congrats

1 May 2018, 08:43 PM	#26
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,764	Congratulations

1 May 2018, 08:47 PM	#27
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	Congratulations on getting your watch... looks fantastic! __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

1 May 2018, 08:47 PM	#28
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,074	Stunning Congratulations and enjoy!

2 May 2018, 07:54 AM	#29
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Wow superlative pic of one of the best blue dials in creation.

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