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PADI_Diver · 3 May 2018, 09:43 AM

Hi all,

As the title suggests, I'm considering buying my first AP and would love any input.

My current and only watch is my Omega Seamaster PO. I'm not looking to get rid of it as I love it for everyday wear as well as wearing around the water and diving. However, I love everything about AP (design, history, quality, etc.)

Currently I am trying to decide which AP to buy and I have it down to these three below (note: none of these photos are mine):

Obviously there is about a $5k spread on the price tag which is worth considering.

My issue with the diver at the moment is the fact AP is still using rubber crowns on it which i have heard that they wear down over time and I would really like this watch to look great for years to come. Any news on them releasing ceramic crowns like they have for so many other models?

Given I already have a sporty Omega, this makes me lean towards the 15400 as it is iconic and would be easier to dress up vs my omega or other options.

I'm also considering purchasing these in a "mint" condition (6 months old or less) with a warranty. Can anyone share any details regarding the 3-year warranty extension?

Any advice or comments would be much appreciated!

eyeheartny · 3 May 2018, 10:38 AM

15400, hands down.

Foxman2k · 3 May 2018, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by eyeheartny

15400, hands down.

Second this. Then after you get that, a 44 ROO

Rachdanon · 3 May 2018, 11:19 AM

Then its quite obvious the 15400 is for you. The rubberised crown for diver shouldnt be a concern, it would last years and even if it does wear out which I have never heard any such case for the watch that has been out some 8 years (maybe more if earlier models used the rubber on crowns), it can easily be replaced at a small cost likely. Good thing about the white 15400, its the more easily obtained of the ROs.

kn_watches · 3 May 2018, 12:03 PM

15400 seems like the best choice for you.

hdfb910 · 3 May 2018, 12:14 PM

15400 for sure

dhmrs · 3 May 2018, 12:31 PM

How much are blue dial 15400 going for these days?

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eyeheartny · 3 May 2018, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by dhmrs

How much are blue dial 15400 going for these days?

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Look on Chrono24

PADI_Diver · 3 May 2018, 01:22 PM

Thank you all. I think the 15400 is what I will have to go with.

chad362wiley · 3 May 2018, 01:34 PM

100p 15400 white. my favorite watch

chad362wiley · 3 May 2018, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by dhmrs

How much are blue dial 15400 going for these days?

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retail

eyeheartny · 3 May 2018, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by chad362wiley

retail

Incorrect. They’re selling for more than MSRP.

G'ed · 3 May 2018, 02:01 PM

Timelover · 3 May 2018, 02:22 PM

15400 is the most versatile out of the three, i would choose that one provided your wrist is not too small.

2nastie · 3 May 2018, 05:41 PM

I may be a bit biased but I think the overall “best choice” for the first AP is Royal Oak line. The 15400 is still attainable and can be sourced. Cheers!

Ci54 · 3 May 2018, 10:05 PM

The ROO Elephant is nice too.. Pair it with a bracelet and it is a solid watch..

Mainewatchman · 3 May 2018, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 2nastie

I may be a bit biased but I think the overall “best choice” for the first AP is Royal Oak line. The 15400 is still attainable and can be sourced. Cheers!

Man that 15400 on your wrist looks massive!

Out of those three the 15400 is the best to start with.

V25V · 4 May 2018, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by jhutch

Man that 15400 on your wrist looks massive!

Out of those three the 15400 is the best to start with.

seriously, it looks like a clock.

2nastie · 4 May 2018, 03:48 AM

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Originally Posted by jhutch

Man that 15400 on your wrist looks massive!

Out of those three the 15400 is the best to start with.

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Originally Posted by npalacio

seriously, it looks like a clock.

Yes, it does look big on my wrist. It really depends on the angle and proximity you see it on my wrist from the shot. I should perhaps change the avatar up as I’ve received several comments on it before and it isn’t the best picture (I just use as it’s my first ever pic I took of it).

But to answer the question, is it big? Yes, it’s bigger than a typical watch of the same nature but the majority of time it’s fits fine on my wrist and lug to lug is actually closer filling out my wrist in person than pictures. However, I am considering the 15300 or 15202, but I’m pretty happy with this at the moment.

AK797 · 4 May 2018, 04:09 AM

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Peterandwatches · 4 May 2018, 08:44 AM

All great choices. As you already have your PO as a sporty piece, the 15400 gives you something a little more dressy to balance out the collection.

I would also strongly consider just replacing the PO with an RO Diver tho.

Dannyanderson · 4 May 2018, 08:57 AM

What a masterpiece, this is a very good watch.

wach16 · 4 May 2018, 09:38 AM

15400. The bracelet alone is what sets it apart!

baileybonds · 6 May 2018, 05:29 AM

15400

fwong208 · 6 May 2018, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Peterandwatches

All great choices. As you already have your PO as a sporty piece, the 15400 gives you something a little more dressy to balance out the collection.

I would also strongly consider just replacing the PO with an RO Diver tho.

This.

Foxman2k · 6 May 2018, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by fwong208

This.

Then:

mnl · 7 May 2018, 09:42 AM

My vote would be for the 15400!

DeeTee · 7 May 2018, 12:45 PM

Get a 41
Then get a 44

Hairdude1 · 10 May 2018, 12:55 PM

What Dee said

SC11 · 10 May 2018, 04:55 PM

As above even though I went the other way! I’d get the RO first and then add a ROO.

The SS finish and bracelet is sublime on the RO and it covers more bases then the ROO so you could get away with if being your only watch once you realose the PO never gets any wrist time so trade it in towards a ROO

3 May 2018, 09:43 AM	#1
PADI_Diver "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Brendan Location: USA Posts: 228	Considering my first AP Hi all, As the title suggests, I'm considering buying my first AP and would love any input. My current and only watch is my Omega Seamaster PO. I'm not looking to get rid of it as I love it for everyday wear as well as wearing around the water and diving. However, I love everything about AP (design, history, quality, etc.) Currently I am trying to decide which AP to buy and I have it down to these three below (note: none of these photos are mine): Obviously there is about a $5k spread on the price tag which is worth considering. My issue with the diver at the moment is the fact AP is still using rubber crowns on it which i have heard that they wear down over time and I would really like this watch to look great for years to come. Any news on them releasing ceramic crowns like they have for so many other models? Given I already have a sporty Omega, this makes me lean towards the 15400 as it is iconic and would be easier to dress up vs my omega or other options. I'm also considering purchasing these in a "mint" condition (6 months old or less) with a warranty. Can anyone share any details regarding the 3-year warranty extension? Any advice or comments would be much appreciated! Last edited by PADI_Diver; 3 May 2018 at 09:46 AM.. Reason: Had to add detail regarding 3 year warranty question.

3 May 2018, 12:03 PM	#5
kn_watches "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: P Location: CA Watch: AP/PP/Rolex/Pam Posts: 500	15400 seems like the best choice for you. __________________ PP 5990 * AP 26400IO * 116610lv * 116710ln * PAM 24 * Breitling 6.75 * Chopard Mille Miglia GMT * Chopard Mille Miglia Titanium IG: @kn_watches

3 May 2018, 01:34 PM	#10
chad362wiley "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: N/A Posts: 1,218	100p 15400 white. my favorite watch __________________ 116506

3 May 2018, 10:05 PM	#16
Ci54 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Jeddah Watch: SS Sky Dweller Posts: 189	The ROO Elephant is nice too.. Pair it with a bracelet and it is a solid watch.. __________________ Day-Date 18239, Daytona 116523, Breitling B1, Submariner 16610 LV Kermit, Polar Explorer ll 16570, 126600 SD 43, 126710 BLRO Pepsi, SS Sky Dweller 326934.

4 May 2018, 09:38 AM	#23
wach16 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: NH Watch: 228239, PAM00684 Posts: 2,121	15400. The bracelet alone is what sets it apart! __________________ Rolex 228239 PAM00684

3 May 2018, 10:38 AM	#2
eyeheartny "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 258	15400, hands down.

3 May 2018, 11:19 AM	#4
Rachdanon "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Singapore Posts: 266	Then its quite obvious the 15400 is for you. The rubberised crown for diver shouldnt be a concern, it would last years and even if it does wear out which I have never heard any such case for the watch that has been out some 8 years (maybe more if earlier models used the rubber on crowns), it can easily be replaced at a small cost likely. Good thing about the white 15400, its the more easily obtained of the ROs.

3 May 2018, 12:14 PM	#6
hdfb910 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Pete Location: Texas Posts: 571	15400 for sure

3 May 2018, 12:31 PM	#7
dhmrs 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: MI Posts: 632	How much are blue dial 15400 going for these days? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 May 2018, 01:22 PM	#9
PADI_Diver "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Brendan Location: USA Posts: 228	Thank you all. I think the 15400 is what I will have to go with.

3 May 2018, 02:01 PM	#13
G'ed "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: RolexHQ boardroom Posts: 1,232

3 May 2018, 02:22 PM	#14
Timelover Banned Join Date: May 2018 Location: . Posts: 86	15400 is the most versatile out of the three, i would choose that one provided your wrist is not too small.

3 May 2018, 05:41 PM	#15
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	I may be a bit biased but I think the overall “best choice” for the first AP is Royal Oak line. The 15400 is still attainable and can be sourced. Cheers!

4 May 2018, 08:44 AM	#21
Peterandwatches "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: WA Watch: 5167/15400/Sub/JLC Posts: 1,023	All great choices. As you already have your PO as a sporty piece, the 15400 gives you something a little more dressy to balance out the collection. I would also strongly consider just replacing the PO with an RO Diver tho.

4 May 2018, 08:57 AM	#22
Dannyanderson Banned Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: USA Posts: 83	What a masterpiece, this is a very good watch.

6 May 2018, 05:29 AM	#24
baileybonds "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12	15400

7 May 2018, 09:42 AM	#27
mnl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: sf Watch: 15450ST Posts: 541	My vote would be for the 15400!

7 May 2018, 12:45 PM	#28
DeeTee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Netflix Posts: 3,978	Get a 41 Then get a 44

10 May 2018, 12:55 PM	#29
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	What Dee said __________________ 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

10 May 2018, 04:55 PM	#30
SC11 Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Watch: AP ☠️ Posts: 6,151	As above even though I went the other way! I’d get the RO first and then add a ROO. The SS finish and bracelet is sublime on the RO and it covers more bases then the ROO so you could get away with if being your only watch once you realose the PO never gets any wrist time so trade it in towards a ROO

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