Can't decide which AP...

Hey guys,

I'm looking for a new AP to add to my collection very soon. It's also a present to myself for my hard work and for my 25th birthday. I turned 25 on the 30th of December.

Anyway.

I have been looking around for a while for a good rose gold 15300 with black dial and black alligator. I have finally found a good one located in the EU which is a + as well and it comes with 1y dealer warranty.

The main problem is that I also got a very nice offer on 2 AP 26300's, one panda and one blue with orange. The offer is truely amazing price wise.

It made me debate between either a 26300 or the 15300 rose gold.

Both are in my top list of likings considering AP and I have a very hard time choosing between both. Both their design and movement is amazing.

One of the reasons I would choose the SS RO chrono over the RG RO is wearability. Being in my mid-twenties I'm still pretty active. I would have less problems wearing the SS one vs the RG one. The RG one would be for evening wear/weekend wear only as I'd be afraid of damaging it. Next to that I feel the SS is more versatile than the RG (more strap options).

Another reason why I would choose the SS is price offcourse. I can afford the RG one but it would leave me with quite an extra ammount of cash if I pick the SS one. Which I can use for saving up for a next piece or using on my car etc (I plan to buy a new car in a few months too).

Why would I pic the RG one? It's a classic, a true AP in my eyes and an overall winner. It's a bit more elegant and classy due to the rose gold imo.

Both have their + and -'s.

What is your opinion?

We're talking about these models:

Available on the marketplace

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15300ST Blue Dial Mens Watch Box Papers

49,999 USD

Pre-owned - Excellent · US

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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 39mm Stainless Steel Silver Dial 15300ST.OO.1220ST.01

49,995 USD

Pre-owned - Excellent · US

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding 39 Rare Blue Dial Stainless Steel 15300st

47,600 USD

Pre-owned - Excellent · US

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatic 39mm Stainless Steel Men's 15300ST.OO.1220ST

43,500 USD

Pre-owned - Excellent · US

Given your circumstances...

By: MichaelC : January 2nd, 2014-06:25

I would choose the panda dial ss ROC. It is true that the gold watch will be a bit more limiting. The ss ROC on the other hand is extremely versatile. You can always add a gold Royal Oak later. Now all that said, when I read through your post I sense your...

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By: ED209 : January 2nd, 2014-07:57

I echo MichaelC's comments, sounds like your heart is calling for the RG 15300. Personally I have the RG but with brown strap and white dial, and I find that it can be worn casually as well. If you can afford it, go with the RG and enjoy. Regards, ED-209 ...

Oof... that picture would sink me!!

By: MichaelC : January 2nd, 2014-08:03

Thanks for your input ED209; the RG 15300 is a huge winner in both dials!

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By: vtac82 : January 2nd, 2014-15:05

I would pick the RG15300…but being 25 years old, I would be cautious of not wanting to look like i'm wearing my dad's watch…..unless of course you can pull it off!

I find the RG AP RO's work well either casual or formal.

By: JerryW : January 2nd, 2014-20:46

They are fun and cool, best part is most folks have no clue what you have on your wrist. I am a huge RG AP fan so I may be a bit biased. The leather strap is also quite durable. Let us know what you choose. JerryW

Yesterday evening I was sitting in the sofa...

By: stijn_b : January 3rd, 2014-03:35

And been going through the AP catalogs and internet pics on both the 15300or and 26300st together with my gf. This morning I have decided to go with the 26300st panda dial. Some of you might have gotten a wrong idea that I love the 15300 more than the 263...

BOOOO!

By: AK797 : January 7th, 2014-00:57

Haha, just kidding, brother, hope you find a great one!