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Jonnewbank · 30 January 2023, 05:32 PM

hi guys, i’m looking to buy a 43 or 44mm offshore. i’m torn between the new version in steel or the older models i’m ceramic. similar price. can get the steel below retail now.
anyone with any experience of both?

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In-N-Out · 30 January 2023, 06:09 PM

Perhaps wait 1-2 weeks until they announce the new 30th anniversary editions?

Jonnewbank · 30 January 2023, 06:32 PM

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Perhaps wait 1-2 weeks until they announce the new 30th anniversary editions?

i won’t get one unfortunately. my ap connection isn’t strong enough

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AshAP · 30 January 2023, 06:37 PM

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i won’t get one unfortunately. my ap connection isn’t strong enough

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Your profile says that you’re in the UK, the people at AP House in London are great to deal with so I wouldn’t rule out getting allocated a watch from them just because you don’t have history with them.

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Jonnewbank · 30 January 2023, 06:49 PM

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Your profile says that you’re in the UK, the people at AP House in London are great to deal with so I wouldn’t rule out getting allocated a watch from them just because you don’t have history with them.

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down in london next week so maybe i’ll call in. can actually get a 43 cheaper preowned now. it’s just whether the old ceramic is a better bet

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Armis · 30 January 2023, 09:22 PM

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down in london next week so maybe i’ll call in. can actually get a 43 cheaper preowned now. it’s just whether the old ceramic is a better bet

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The previous 44mm ceramic versions are really impressive pieces, including the one at the top of your post. They look and feel great. The big questions (besides price) are how does a 44mm fit your wrist, and are there newer 43mm ceramic versions about to be released.

Commandopat · 30 January 2023, 09:52 PM

I have the nee 43mm and have never tried the first or last ones. I’m a bigger guy with 7.75” wrists and it wears really well - great, relatively sturdy, watch (less than my DSSD but more than my ROC). Even better when you get the deployment clasp instead of the tang buckle!
I’m actually about to sell mine lol

whiterabbit66 · 31 January 2023, 01:14 AM

I love the new 43 in titanium/ceramic, been wearing mine a lot since I bought it. 44 in your post is also great so you can't go wrong.

VogelPhoenix · 31 January 2023, 02:16 AM

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I love the new 43 in titanium/ceramic, been wearing mine a lot since I bought it. 44 in your post is also great so you can't go wrong.

...unless you have 6" wrists, in which case you'll look like you're wearing your dad's watch. The 44mm ROOs are massive. If they do fit, the black 26405CE in the first picture is awesome (as is it's grey CE counterpart). I still like the old sub dial layout more than the more conventional new one on the 43mm ROOs.

Excited about the releases coming this week - a simple re-edition of the 26405CE in 43mm would be great already.

puckybadger · 31 January 2023, 04:25 AM

What release coming this week?

VogelPhoenix · 31 January 2023, 04:37 AM

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What release coming this week?

Haven't seen any leaks, but signs point to the first 30th ROO. Many people were told about a release end of this week (Thu or Fri).

AP partyline (which I've heard from 3 or 4 different boutiques) is that that new releases will be absolutely awesome and scramble everybody's wishlists.

CactusTreeFiddy · 31 January 2023, 04:43 AM

I'd really recommend seeing these pieces in person if at all possible

The first model especially, you need to feel out how the rose gold accents go with the rest of the watch. In theory on paper the first model could be an absolute killer piece, but you need it on the wrist to decide for certain

J.T. · 31 January 2023, 05:44 AM

The top pic of the ceramic 44 with RG/blue is phenomenal and I personally much prefer it over the 43mm current variants. I wear my 44 frequently and traded my 43 away. The Black ceramic with WG dials is much less in demand and therefore much cheaper currently by $8-10k over the RG/Blue hands dial

Jonnewbank · 31 January 2023, 08:08 AM

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The top pic of the ceramic 44 with RG/blue is phenomenal and I personally much prefer it over the 43mm current variants. I wear my 44 frequently and traded my 43 away. The Black ceramic with WG dials is much less in demand and therefore much cheaper currently by $8-10k over the RG/Blue hands dial

i’ve found my enabler.

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Armis · 31 January 2023, 08:53 AM

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AP partyline (which I've heard from 3 or 4 different boutiques) is that that new releases will be absolutely awesome and scramble everybody's wishlists.

:))) You said it perfectly. I’ve found that select new releases make me run a mental comparison against my wishlist, but in most cases fizzle out quickly because of material, size, or price. But I’m almost certain there will be at least 2-3 upcoming ROOs that will make my head spin with possibilities. I’m sure I won’t be the only one.

J.T. · 31 January 2023, 03:21 PM

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i’ve found my enabler.

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Glad to assist!

koveras · 31 January 2023, 05:00 PM

Try the 44mm on the wrist. The new 43mm ones are much more comfortable.

APWorldTour · 31 January 2023, 09:24 PM

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AP partyline (which I've heard from 3 or 4 different boutiques) is that that new releases will be absolutely awesome and scramble everybody's wishlists.

Been hearing the same. Can’t wait.

V25V · 31 January 2023, 11:57 PM

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Been hearing the same. Can’t wait.

Are they still going to be 43/44mm?

APWorldTour · 1 February 2023, 12:00 AM

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Are they still going to be 43/44mm?

Don’t know, sorry. Just heard that the new releases will be incredible. Also, be on the lookout for high complications that challenge PP and VC.

GW44 · 1 February 2023, 12:18 AM

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down in london next week so maybe i’ll call in. can actually get a 43 cheaper preowned now. it’s just whether the old ceramic is a better bet

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Totally agree with Ash here

But do make sure you call ahead to AP House as it's by appointment only there Jon. Good luck and let us know how you get on.

J.T. · 1 February 2023, 03:06 AM

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Trailboss516 · 1 February 2023, 03:57 AM

I had the 26405ce (blue tipped) one. Gorgeous watch, as evident from J.T.'s photo above.

Armis · 1 February 2023, 05:33 AM

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JT, that is straight up mean and dangerous to be posting an amazing piece like this here.

I tried requesting this one (and then the all-ceramic grey/blue), but they were either very limited production or I was/am too low priority

Hard to beat these 44mm ROOs.

J.T. · 1 February 2023, 05:52 AM

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JT, that is straight up mean and dangerous to be posting an amazing piece like this here.

I tried requesting this one (and then the all-ceramic grey/blue), but they were either very limited production or I was/am too low priority

Hard to beat these 44mm ROOs.

It's one of my favorites

Watchflair · 1 February 2023, 11:17 AM

I personally prefer the registers at 6,9,& 12. Makes it just different enough. My eyes are in one in the future.

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Watchflair · 1 February 2023, 11:18 AM

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Stunning piece -

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workhard · 1 February 2023, 04:32 PM

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i want this as a daily so bad

Drand · 1 February 2023, 04:35 PM

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Now that's a perfect fit.

Jonnewbank · 2 February 2023, 07:36 AM

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oh wow. that’s an amazing picture. i’ve done it! arriving friday. turfed in a skydweller and some cash. i just don’t wear smart enough clothes for a fluted bezel!

will post on friday

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30 January 2023, 05:32 PM	#1
Jonnewbank "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Uk Watch: 126610lv, 124060, Posts: 276	which offshore should i buy? hi guys, i’m looking to buy a 43 or 44mm offshore. i’m torn between the new version in steel or the older models i’m ceramic. similar price. can get the steel below retail now. anyone with any experience of both? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 February 2023, 03:06 AM	#22
J.T. "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Posts: 321	Let me help enable you some more Attached Images

1 February 2023, 11:17 AM	#26
Watchflair 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: Love em all Posts: 5,920	I personally prefer the registers at 6,9,& 12. Makes it just different enough. My eyes are in one in the future. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

30 January 2023, 06:09 PM	#2
In-N-Out "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: USA Posts: 884	Perhaps wait 1-2 weeks until they announce the new 30th anniversary editions?

30 January 2023, 09:52 PM	#7
Commandopat "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Oceanside (CA) Posts: 730	I have the nee 43mm and have never tried the first or last ones. I’m a bigger guy with 7.75” wrists and it wears really well - great, relatively sturdy, watch (less than my DSSD but more than my ROC). Even better when you get the deployment clasp instead of the tang buckle! I’m actually about to sell mine lol

31 January 2023, 01:14 AM	#8
whiterabbit66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Spain, US Watch: AP ROO, Posts: 144	I love the new 43 in titanium/ceramic, been wearing mine a lot since I bought it. 44 in your post is also great so you can't go wrong.

31 January 2023, 04:25 AM	#10
puckybadger "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Milwaukee Watch: AP ROO/Rolex Sub Posts: 204	What release coming this week?

31 January 2023, 04:43 AM	#12
CactusTreeFiddy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: San Francisco Posts: 302	I'd really recommend seeing these pieces in person if at all possible The first model especially, you need to feel out how the rose gold accents go with the rest of the watch. In theory on paper the first model could be an absolute killer piece, but you need it on the wrist to decide for certain

31 January 2023, 05:44 AM	#13
J.T. "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Posts: 321	The top pic of the ceramic 44 with RG/blue is phenomenal and I personally much prefer it over the 43mm current variants. I wear my 44 frequently and traded my 43 away. The Black ceramic with WG dials is much less in demand and therefore much cheaper currently by $8-10k over the RG/Blue hands dial

31 January 2023, 05:00 PM	#17
koveras "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: EU Posts: 49	Try the 44mm on the wrist. The new 43mm ones are much more comfortable.

1 February 2023, 03:57 AM	#23
Trailboss516 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: In denial Watch: It's complicated Posts: 1,620	I had the 26405ce (blue tipped) one. Gorgeous watch, as evident from J.T.'s photo above.

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