gioarmani Posted January 1, 2010 Report Share Posted January 1, 2010 As stated in my last (and only other) AP review, this is the less-expensive quartz version of the Royal Oak Offshore from Eurotimez. This is the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Survivor Ltd: This is only my second AP, and more to the point, my first quartz watch. This was intended to be a Christmas gift, but thanks to our glorious US Postal Service, didn't show until Dec 26th... Not knowing anything about the ROO, I naturally figured being a quartz model, the chrono's sub-dials would be a bit off, as with most other models. The shape & build of the case & ceramic bezel certainly leave nothing to be desired. Sharp, crisp, clean lines as they should be, and a beautiful dial to boot. As you can see, the most prominent aesthetic feature of this piece are the chrono-pusher guards. Closed: And open: And from the back: The case-back is nicely detailed with the ribbed center and all markings/engravings. The branding on the interior of the rubber straps is extremely crisp and damn-near flawless looking as well: The buckle is superb as well: The crown is just like the one on the Barrichello I reviewed--a ceramic inlay with the AP branding, nice & sharp: The case's side--here's the lug-side & band: And here's the case side, at 9 o'clock: And finally, the ubiquitous lume-shot: Being quartz, of course it keeps perfect time and all chrono hands realign properly. The seconds sub-dial does tick, not sweep, btw. This being my first quartz, I'm unsure as to whether or not there are any sweeping second-hand quartz sub-dials, so we shall see. All in all, a very nice piece and a definite value for the money, indeed. Enjoy, and have a wonderful 2010! Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utheman Posted January 1, 2010 Report Share Posted January 1, 2010 Great review Gio and excellent photos. Those pusher guards are really something. Thanks for sharing. ww Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted January 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2010 Not a problem. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialvat Posted January 1, 2010 Report Share Posted January 1, 2010 I love the presence of this watch, I m too small for such a beast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenneth2 Posted January 2, 2010 Report Share Posted January 2, 2010 can you tell me the size please thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted January 2, 2010 Report Share Posted January 2, 2010 Big Thanks for putting this together, that Dial is pretty good to look at. But you have to admit its one freaky looking watch. Looks positively dangerous and gives those Grahams a run for their money. Nice to see a value rep for a change Thanks again ST4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted January 3, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 Thanks! The quartz is an awesome value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaazaa Posted January 11, 2010 Report Share Posted January 11, 2010 Let's see this bad boy on your wrist! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashman Posted January 17, 2010 Report Share Posted January 17, 2010 Great review. Those chrono guards are nuts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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