MichaelC
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The essence of Audemars Piguet, in 3 watches
I am not usually one for group shots, but as my good friend Peter asked for 2 of these, I figured let's get a few snaps of the trio.
I bought my first AP in 2001, so I am approaching 25 years with the brand. I have never not owned an AP over this time, and while surely some have come and gone, I have matured enough to know the ones I really love.
And if I had to define my best of this storied brand, it would be with these 3 for me: 39mm Royal Oak, Royal Oak Offshore Survivor, and CODE 11.59 Starwheel. Certainly, many others are sensational timepieces, capable of being standalone APs or part of a collection. The brand's complicated watches are incredible, but out of my personal comfort range (both to acquire and then comfortably wear).
The Royal Oak, what to say that has already not been said. How about this - I recently read a comment on our forums about AP being a "one trick pony". And many do believe that. I'll just say if we accept that as true, then every other brand is competing to place or show. The Royal Oak forever wins here, so if this is your one pony, you have the right one.
Royal Oak Offshore Survivor - always the most audacious Offshore chronograph variant. I am very much a firearms enthusiast, and of other edged weapons like knives and tomahawks, so this model has always struck a personal cord with me. The fact that it has always been polarizing and even offensive to many, makes me love it even more.
CODE 11.59 Starwheel - this watch gives me optimism that AP can still be the brand I fell in love with so many years ago. It truly is a new watch, and not just a new dial color or material variation, or even worse, a collaboration.
So there you go. The trio together over Easter before returning for safe storage, and the ones that best capture my interest in Audemars Piguet.
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The essence of Audemars Piguet, in 3 watches
I am not usually one for group shots, but as my good friend Peter asked for 2 of these, I figured let's get a few snaps of the trio. I bought my first AP in 2001, so I am approaching 25 years with the brand. I have never not owned an AP over this time, an...
Super testimonial!
And wonderful photos of a terrific trio of watches that capture the essence of AP. Nicely done. M4
Thanks for the great pictures, Michael.
Those 3 watches certainly capture some of the breadth of AP’s offering. All the best, Jon
My pleasure, Jon.
Different collections, complications, materials, straps - it is a wide reaching trio from AP.
Phenomenal trio and outstanding write up
Definitely several of the best of the best releases by AP, and I especially enjoyed the tie to your own personal story and history. As shared to you before - it's your original posts that got me into AP (and probably Panerai) over two decades ago - and so...
You are always too kind, my Friend.
I have always been very pleased to share my passion for AP, and any discontent too. Fortunately for me, there has not been a lot of the latter. But I always try to be objective and look through clear lenses. Everyone knows I love this brand, but I remain ...
Another great trio. A real trippidi!
Thanks for sharing this combo. I think you need a concept! Peter
Thanks, and congrats to you on your near identical trio!!
Oak, Offshore & CODE... maybe we can write a song!! ;-)
All the AP’s one need
These three are marvelous! A jumbo, exquisite Offshore and a beautiful 11.59. A trio that in itself is a complete collection
I feel many AP bases are covered and they leave me quite content
Not that I do not lust for others though!
The AP Trifecta - perfect and congrats!
Definitely you got all your bases covered with an RO, and ROO and the 11.59. I am in the journey for my second AP - the current one 15500ST was actually a replacement for my 15202ST which is the grail for many but which I found to be too delicate to put o...
Thanks, and be sure to share the 15500!!
I like your plan to add a CODE and ROC. With both available in smaller cases, you will find a perfect fit. Now, to decide the models you most like!
Starwheel and Survivor really standout in this small group.
My love for the Royal Oak runs very deep. But if I am being honest, the Parmigiani options are just as good, and include a better movement. And they cost less. And yet the geometry of the Royal Oak will always have a place in my heart, and collection.
