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Hammer2016 · 10 April 2019, 04:57 AM

Having grown tired of Rolex waiting lists, I find myself thinking about a Royal Oak quite a bit. However, I get the sense that these are pretty hard to come by as well. What are the wait times like?

S4one · 10 April 2019, 05:13 AM

Pretty much can't get one unless you're an existing customer. AP has taken pre orders prior, there is always a chance a slot becomes available.

thekman · 10 April 2019, 05:15 AM

I do not know how long exactly it will take for deliveries. I was able to place a deposit on a black one last month at the NYC boutique and was told at the times there were still a few spots for the grey one. I emailed a few other boutiques about the 15202 worldwide and was told by the Paris boutique that they could squeeze me in for another 15500 but not the 15202. (Which I obviously did not do). Try emailing the Paris boutique if interested in a non-blue RO.

Edit: This was my first time ever walking into the NYC boutique. Never owned an AP before.

Hammer2016 · 10 April 2019, 06:55 AM

Thanks for the replies. Hmm, that's not very encouraging either. Perhaps I should start thinking about something else!

ragsk · 10 April 2019, 07:47 AM

I think the OP will find that it is easier to get hold of a non blue dial 15500 than it is to get most steel rolex sports models.

blacke90 · 10 April 2019, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ragsk

I think the OP will find that it is easier to get hold of a non blue dial 15500 than it is to get most steel rolex sports models.

+1 I’ve given up on finding new Rolex sports models.

AK797 · 10 April 2019, 08:28 AM

Could be 6 months for the grey or black if you're lucky. ROC will be even less of a wait.

MavaTalluru · 10 April 2019, 08:57 AM

The number of people who are ditiching Rolex for AP is growing - the main reason being the stupid waitlists and premiums.. I am not paying over 10k for a steel gmt produced in the tens of thousands.

johnnydrama · 10 April 2019, 09:24 AM

NYC boutique was still taking deposits for the grey 15500 as of Saturday afternoon.

calatravato · 10 April 2019, 10:36 AM

If you are just looking to get into the brand, would you consider the ROC 26331? It is relatively easy to get, particularly if you are open to black or panda.

Skyrider01 · 10 April 2019, 01:01 PM

I tried to get on the list at the Miami boutique 2 months ago and was ready to put down a deposit. They told me they will get back to me and that it will be very difficult to obtain one and don’t plan on getting one this year.

Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 04:36 AM

I ordered the 15500 RG by putting a deposit down last week and took delivery last night and got two hats, two shirts and an AP travel case to go with it. Bal Harbor boutique is awesome. Ask for Jerome...

HarryLime · 11 April 2019, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Ranfni

I ordered the 15500 RG by putting a deposit down last week and took delivery last night and got two hats, two shirts and an AP travel case to go with it. Bal Harbor boutique is awesome. Ask for Jerome...

pics please!

Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 04:53 AM

I will post some tonight. I didn't wear it today...I have a few from when I picked it up.

Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 04:59 AM

They wouldn't let me have the champagne glasses.

AK797 · 11 April 2019, 05:22 AM

Let's see pics of all the goodies too... and when is the auction?

Soly20 · 11 April 2019, 06:38 AM

Do all AP boutiques give out goodies when you buy from them? I want to know what I could ask for when I pick up mine next month. Last time I bought from an AD, I got nothing but a receipt.

Chary · 11 April 2019, 06:40 AM

I’ve gotten tshirts, polos, travel case, hats, mints and a few books from my boutique. AP of course, Rolex I got a bottle water and I had to ask for it. Lol...

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Soly20 · 11 April 2019, 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Chary

I’ve gotten tshirts, polos, travel case, hats, mints and a few books from my boutique. AP of course, Rolex I got a bottle water and I had to ask for it. Lol...

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Same for me at Rolex AD in Paris, water, thats it!

GB-man · 11 April 2019, 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Soly20

Do all AP boutiques give out goodies when you buy from them? I want to know what I could ask for when I pick up mine next month. Last time I bought from an AD, I got nothing but a receipt.

Not sure about all of them but the brand operated ones in the states do. Ask for a pen. Its quite nice. I have the black one.

CoveWatch · 11 April 2019, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Hammer2016

Having grown tired of Rolex waiting lists, I find myself thinking about a Royal Oak quite a bit. However, I get the sense that these are pretty hard to come by as well. What are the wait times like?

With some effort, you should be able to get on a waitlist for one within a reasonable amount of time, assuming its not the blue. The good thing about the AP operated boutiques is that they are a lot more transparent and less games.

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Originally Posted by Soly20

Do all AP boutiques give out goodies when you buy from them? I want to know what I could ask for when I pick up mine next month. Last time I bought from an AD, I got nothing but a receipt.

I've gotten a few Polo's, a hat, and free 1.5 link so that was nice.

Bonobuds · 11 April 2019, 08:35 AM

Agree w/ GB man above, the pen is awesome. I receive more compliments on the pen than the watch, no joke!
Depends on what your buying. I purchased the platinum 44 & got the pen, and I asked for it specifically. My 15400 in silver got me nothing.

Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Soly20

Do all AP boutiques give out goodies when you buy from them? I want to know what I could ask for when I pick up mine next month. Last time I bought from an AD, I got nothing but a receipt.

Yes

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Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 10:15 AM

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Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 10:18 AM

Here it is guys.

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Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by CoveWatch

With some effort, you should be able to get on a waitlist for one within a reasonable amount of time, assuming its not the blue. The good thing about the AP operated boutiques is that they are a lot more transparent and less games.

I've gotten a few Polo's, a hat, and free 1.5 link so that was nice.

They ordered me the link too.

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blacke90 · 11 April 2019, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Ranfni

Here it is guys.

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That is hot!

big congrats!

Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 11:46 AM

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That is hot!

big congrats!

Thank you

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Amiroo · 11 April 2019, 12:11 PM

Beautiful. Is the case identical to the 15400? I'm staring at mine and I can't tell.

Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 12:16 PM

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Beautiful. Is the case identical to the 15400? I'm staring at mine and I can't tell.

I believe the case and bracelet are thicker but it is 41mm

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10 April 2019, 04:57 AM	#1
Hammer2016 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Ireland Posts: 40	RO 15500 Availability? Having grown tired of Rolex waiting lists, I find myself thinking about a Royal Oak quite a bit. However, I get the sense that these are pretty hard to come by as well. What are the wait times like?

10 April 2019, 05:15 AM	#3
thekman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Boston Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,051	I do not know how long exactly it will take for deliveries. I was able to place a deposit on a black one last month at the NYC boutique and was told at the times there were still a few spots for the grey one. I emailed a few other boutiques about the 15202 worldwide and was told by the Paris boutique that they could squeeze me in for another 15500 but not the 15202. (Which I obviously did not do). Try emailing the Paris boutique if interested in a non-blue RO. Edit: This was my first time ever walking into the NYC boutique. Never owned an AP before. __________________ Rolex \| AP \| Cartier \| VC \| Lange Follow me www.instagram.com/subs.n.scrubs

10 April 2019, 10:36 AM	#10
calatravato "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Tony Location: New York Watch: PP 5711/1a-011 Posts: 478	If you are just looking to get into the brand, would you consider the ROC 26331? It is relatively easy to get, particularly if you are open to black or panda. __________________ Instagram: @thewatchdawg

11 April 2019, 04:59 AM	#15
Ranfni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Panerai AP Posts: 433	They wouldn't let me have the champagne glasses. Attached Images

11 April 2019, 12:11 PM	#29
Amiroo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Canada Watch: Royal Oak Chrono Posts: 301	Beautiful. Is the case identical to the 15400? I'm staring at mine and I can't tell. __________________ Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26331OR Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15400OR Rolex Day-Date II 218235 Rolex GMT-Master II BLNR 116710

10 April 2019, 05:13 AM	#2
S4one "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: California Posts: 48	Pretty much can't get one unless you're an existing customer. AP has taken pre orders prior, there is always a chance a slot becomes available.

10 April 2019, 06:55 AM	#4
Hammer2016 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Ireland Posts: 40	Thanks for the replies. Hmm, that's not very encouraging either. Perhaps I should start thinking about something else!

10 April 2019, 07:47 AM	#5
ragsk Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: USA Posts: 1,505	I think the OP will find that it is easier to get hold of a non blue dial 15500 than it is to get most steel rolex sports models.

10 April 2019, 08:28 AM	#7
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Could be 6 months for the grey or black if you're lucky. ROC will be even less of a wait.

10 April 2019, 08:57 AM	#8
MavaTalluru "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Michigan Watch: AP15500ST Grey Posts: 67	The number of people who are ditiching Rolex for AP is growing - the main reason being the stupid waitlists and premiums.. I am not paying over 10k for a steel gmt produced in the tens of thousands.

10 April 2019, 09:24 AM	#9
johnnydrama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Dallas Watch: 116520 Posts: 58	NYC boutique was still taking deposits for the grey 15500 as of Saturday afternoon.

10 April 2019, 01:01 PM	#11
Skyrider01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Florida/Canada Posts: 1,312	I tried to get on the list at the Miami boutique 2 months ago and was ready to put down a deposit. They told me they will get back to me and that it will be very difficult to obtain one and don’t plan on getting one this year.

11 April 2019, 04:36 AM	#12
Ranfni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Panerai AP Posts: 433	I ordered the 15500 RG by putting a deposit down last week and took delivery last night and got two hats, two shirts and an AP travel case to go with it. Bal Harbor boutique is awesome. Ask for Jerome...

11 April 2019, 04:53 AM	#14
Ranfni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Panerai AP Posts: 433	I will post some tonight. I didn't wear it today...I have a few from when I picked it up.

11 April 2019, 05:22 AM	#16
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Let's see pics of all the goodies too... and when is the auction?

11 April 2019, 06:38 AM	#17
Soly20 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Soly Location: UK/US Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 3,089	Do all AP boutiques give out goodies when you buy from them? I want to know what I could ask for when I pick up mine next month. Last time I bought from an AD, I got nothing but a receipt.

11 April 2019, 06:40 AM	#18
Chary Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: 15407ST Posts: 963	I’ve gotten tshirts, polos, travel case, hats, mints and a few books from my boutique. AP of course, Rolex I got a bottle water and I had to ask for it. Lol... Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

11 April 2019, 08:35 AM	#22
Bonobuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Delaware Posts: 61	Agree w/ GB man above, the pen is awesome. I receive more compliments on the pen than the watch, no joke! Depends on what your buying. I purchased the platinum 44 & got the pen, and I asked for it specifically. My 15400 in silver got me nothing.

11 April 2019, 10:15 AM	#24
Ranfni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Panerai AP Posts: 433	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 April 2019, 10:18 AM	#25
Ranfni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Panerai AP Posts: 433	Here it is guys. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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