New to AP, looking for advice

[Ferdelious]

Considering taking advantage of the appreciation of my 116610LV and venturing into a new brand, just turned off by current state of the Rolex. The Royal Oak 15450ST has caught my eye and I think it would look good on my smaller 6.5" wrist.

Not having any idea on the current market for this model, what would you recommend I do? Since I live in Tampa, there is the AP US service center in my back yard and it looks like they have showroom. I was considering making an appt to possibly try the watch on if they have any in stock and order/buy if possible. Or I'm close enough to DavidSW who actually has one but it's at a premium of MSRP. Utilizing David would make for an easy trade and immediate availability. Going to the Service Center would mean possible wait list I'm assuming, especially since I have zero history with the brand. The dial color is not an issue, I like them all.

Also, my wife likes the wear my watches occasionally. How hard is it to remove/add links? I have proper bergeon screwdrivers and do this on my Rolex watches without issue.

[AK797]

Sounds like a good move, I'd join the wait list and set yourself a target, say 3 or 6 months, then if one has not come in, as they are getting more popular as other models become impossible to source, then you can consider going grey.

[Ferdelious]

Originally Posted by AK797

Sounds like a good move, I'd join the wait list and set yourself a target, say 3 or 6 months, then if one has not come in, as they are getting more popular as other models become impossible to source, then you can consider going grey.

Thank you, Neil. I'll try this route.

[Bebop1337]

that's what I'm thinking about doing with my rolexes. How hard is it to get on the RO list? I only have a couple dealers where I live (chicago) and it is extremely exclusive...

[fullofboats]

Pretty sure the grey and white (discontinued) 15450 sell for close to retail price so no need to wait unless you want to develop a relationship with an AD