The AP questions thread (All the questions you want to ask about AP but were afraid to)

[DasReich69]

So I have been reading a lot.
Legend said that the watch that comes closest to GEN is the 15500 and we all know The watch will be 1:1 when the price is 1:1!
But now with the release of the 26240 Iam wondering if the 15500 is like 85% to gen how close is the 26240?
And how reliable to we think are the clone movements of these watches? (Would you use the chrono of the 26240 a lot?)

I took legends advice on the colour and the additional works. It’s a beauty as you can hopefully see in this picture (box also thanks to legend). I can't answer about usage as I primarily purchased it because I like the look as opposed to regular use. I would say if you have large wrists, it may not be the watch for you, unless you can rustle up extra links. I posted some other pics earlier and I think the general view is the chrono can take some use but don't push it.

 

[RoterRot]

I took legends advice on the colour and the additional works. It’s a beauty as you can hopefully see in this picture (box also thanks to legend). I can't answer about usage as I primarily purchased it because I like the look as opposed to regular use. I would say if you have large wrists, it may not be the watch for you, unless you can rustle up extra links. I posted some other pics earlier and I think the general view is the chrono can take some use but don't push it.

Thanks for your comment ill definetly get one! Iam just stuck between the blue and white dial just cant decide yet!

 

[M_M_T]

I took legends advice on the colour and the additional works. It’s a beauty as you can hopefully see in this picture (box also thanks to legend). I can't answer about usage as I primarily purchased it because I like the look as opposed to regular use. I would say if you have large wrists, it may not be the watch for you, unless you can rustle up extra links. I posted some other pics earlier and I think the general view is the chrono can take some use but don't push it.

What work was done to it? Looks great!

 

[Mowy]

Hello, can anyone give me some info about:

Lady Royal Oak 33mm 67651 SS/Diamond Bezel V7F 1:1 White Textured Dial On​

how are the “diamonds” holding and the watch overal.
I have no clue on AP watches in general.

Thank you

 

[speedywombat]

Hello, can anyone give me some info about:

Lady Royal Oak 33mm 67651 SS/Diamond Bezel V7F 1:1 White Textured Dial On​

how are the “diamonds” holding and the watch overal.
I have no clue on AP watches in general.

Thank you

Biggest issue with those for me is that there is considerable gap between the front bolt housing and the bolts themselves, making the front bolt orientation quite horrible. With that said it looks pretty fine if you don't take a close look at it.

 

[Mowy]

Biggest issue with those for me is that there is considerable gap between the front bolt housing and the bolts themselves, making the front bolt orientation quite horrible. With that said it looks pretty fine if you don't take a close look at it.

Thank you, any other recommend AP for my wife’s wrist?

 

[aHero]

Without modification, is the 15500 bracelet more flexible near the case compared to the 15400?

 

[DasReich69]

What work was done to it? Looks great!

I posted the list here earlier.

Here's what was done:-

1. Service and regulate movement
2. Enhance and polish case and bracelet chamfers
3. Rebrush watch to gen spec
4. Realign all dial markers .
5. Waterproof to 6atm
6. Align and polish bezel screws
7. Clean and refinish hands

Legend sorted it for me. The watch looks 1000 times better in person.

 

[AP_RO_buyer]

I have read all 94 pages of this thread (+ the other AP FAQ pages on this forum). I've gone from 0 to some base knowledge within a few short hours. Thanks so much @legend and others for taking the time to answer all of us.

Convinced about getting my first modded rep. Likely an AP 15500 or 15510.

@legend would love to get in touch to discuss this. Sent you a PM.

 

[cotti-rottie]

hi guys, I'm looking at getting the case back shaved on an offshore with a 7750 fitted, I know the rotor needs to be changed but how do I find out the correct one and where do I look???? any help would be much appreciated