Theknowledge

There has not been much going on in terms of new releases of Audemars Piguet

I recently saw that Pure time released a extra thin anniversary edition:

https://puretime.io/watch-brands/audemars-piguet/royal-oak/royal-oak-39mm-15202-ss-jf-1-1-best-edition-blue-textured-dial-on-ss-bracelet-a2121.html 

It occurred to me that the biggest tell on the royal oaks is really the open case back, so why not just replicate the vintage Jumbo, that had a closed case back?

This would be the easiest to replicate as it has no sweeping second hand, and the case back is closed.....

Why oh why do they not offer these?

Oh well enough rant for now. thanks for looking in. 

Anyone got a decent Royal Oak jumbo closed case back? Photo?

TK

hey guys,

I am new to this rep world and want to buy my first watch, I like this one http://www.pf-818.com/0-0-omcpo42-002n-spectre-oct.html but dont know how good it is? also the movement it says is Miyota 8205 japanese, is that true? how reliable are these watches?

Also I see a lot of watches made with Asian 7750, is that a good movement?

Thanks 

@SSTEEL I git ni problem shipping out to Finland. can you get into contact with me and let me know about prices, etc PM me. 

many thanks

TK 

Hey guys, 

My Ap stopped moving the other day and was thinking it would be a good time to have it fixed and repaired. Also I have a diver that is in need of waterproofing and some serious polishing....But who to contact in Germany?

Many thanks

TK

drool........

@Legend

Cant wait to see what you do with this one! Franzen AP Bumblebee on its way.......

No all they need to do is make a REP of the Alinghi......one can dream...(sigh)

Nice one.

TK

@tomhorn thank you for the information. and for the link.....

lets start again!!

TK

Hello All,

Normally I am more active on the AP side of the forum, however I decided this time I would try my hand at doing a custom build. However it is not as easy as I had anticipated. So I would like some help if possible?!

I believe the cheapest way to make a custom build is to get a cartel 6263 and then get a Gen dial. Now here is my problem. I bought a Gen dial, however i believe the dial is the wrong dial for the case I have, also I am based in Europe who should I talk to about having the dial inserted?

Also Should the techie bezel be Black or silver with the dial I have here?

Many Thanks

TK

Congratulations! Super work.....

It has arrived......

http://pure-time.com/product/pre-order-royal-oak-offshore-grand-prix-jf-11-best-edition-real-forge-carbon-parts-v3-a3126-free-xs-rubber-strap/

opinions?

hope to see the other type of cases arrive soon!

TK

@ Legend, I can't tell you how envious I am of this wonderful piece, I have for a long time been looking for exactly that! Wear in good health. Amazing piece. 

TK

rep 100percent. real one is darker.

I saw this too, and like you, I have been waiting for a quality ROC to come along.

For this quartz model ,the 9 o'clock subdial is wrong, it is exactly the same as the 6 o'clock one.

If you can be patient, you will be able to look forward to a nice auto movement ROC release in a few months, if what I hear is correct.  

The sec@6 movement worries me a little though... 

Thanks for the info re the ROC. lets hope it is what we are waiting for!

after which I imagine Messi will come out.....

So whilst browsing my trusted dealer of choice this morning I came across an new model that I had not seen anywhere else.

The Royal Oak Chronograph in 41.5mm.

check out the link;

http://www.p-cls.com/0aproc02002-royal-chrono-ssss-black-os20-quartz-p-15798.html

The movement is stated as quartz, I have no idea why they would offer this as a quartz, but the overall quality looks good. 

I would like to hear some opinions as to overall build quality and if you guys hope like i do that we see a automatic version soon!

TK

Here is the best place to find a rubber strap in various colours.

Then add GEN deployment clasp.

http://apbands.com

SCUTA™ 100% Rubber Straps

very nice collection. wear them well. I think that the real difference is made with the right strap. I had a Gen 44 novelty.... great watch, but no strap options, if you want I have a GEN leather strap for the 44..... no buckle. 

@sardonix; In other post I have been asking to get Domis email or some kind of contact, as I would like to have a franken RBII built. but to no avail. if you have a way of contacting him please PM me!. 

Many thanks

TK

@panerai153; parts are getting to hard to come by, this is true. Let us take full advantage while we still can! I have never tried for rolex parts, but I hear you can get things on a few forums easily.

@sardonix; Thanks, you are right! Gen buckle and Strap set me back over 800 Euros, but look at the difference!  

thanks guys for the comments!

TK

After a long wait I decided to pull the trigger on the MH AP ROO! Its a stunning watch to look at. It has all the normal AP rep flaws, however due to the reflective date wheel area it really does look gen! Rounded chrono pushers help. However on receiving the watch the worst part of it was in fact the strap. A dead give away. Like all AP reps I have to say. So off I went to my AD and demanded a original strap. I was then informed that without the watch I could not order the strap, i needed the reference. I was stunned. I don't know if any other members have had the same problem but living in EU its becoming a problem. 

No matters I requested it anyway and the woman at the AD knew me so in the end it was not a problem. 

so enjoy the AP MH on a GEN clasp and a GEN Strap. 

The strap does not close 100 percent on the watch head.... hope you enjoy.

TK

nice one! How is the weight?

any flaws that you as a wearer really pic up on?

TK

Thanks for the information edgematic1 as I see by your signature you are doing a custom date wheel.

will contact Dj Doshi!

Many Thanks

TK

thanks  Mikey2008 for the information, and this is again a N00b question but how do I get into contact with Domi?

hey all! 

As some of you will be following and some might not be! here are the new AP off shores that AP just released

http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/introducing-the-new-royal-oak-offshore-42mm-collection-from-audemars-piguet-live-pics-details-pricing

enjoy!

TK

Hello all,

I am looking to have a RB 2 built from the ground up by an expert. I saw that someone had a really nice looking RB II made up. 

I am looking to get a watch (located in the EU) and have all the extras built in.  Is there anyone who can point me in the right direction of who to talk to about faceplate mod // lume and original AP deployment strap?

- I am also open to buy someone already custom RB 2 if you are located in Europe in fact any franken(ish) APs I would buy. 

Many Thanks 

TK