I seem to recall on the old forum issues with the cases deteriorating.

Dec 18, 2020,04:23 AM
 

I also recall Thomas M had one and confirmed this. I believe the cases can't be repaired, only replaced.

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You don't come across too many Grand Prixs

 
 By: MichaelC : December 15th, 2020-05:51
The last time I saw one was in the old AP Museum some years ago, and that one had the ceramic top bezel. I always thought that for F1 fans, this piece was a homerun. Lots of unique detailing on this one. ...  

Gorgeous AP Micheal!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : December 15th, 2020-06:16

Not mine, I took photos of it after it was launched years ago.

 
 By: MichaelC : December 15th, 2020-06:23
Not completely my taste, but an admirable design for sure.

One of the best ROOs!

 
 By: respo : December 15th, 2020-06:36
I flirted with this one very seriously. I was surprised that you saw one with a ceramic bezel at the AP Museum. That is interesting. Can you shed any light as to why that modified version would be displayed rather than the "full" carbon fiber" case and be...  

I seem to recall on the old forum issues with the cases deteriorating.

 
 By: Tony-GB : December 18th, 2020-04:23
I also recall Thomas M had one and confirmed this. I believe the cases can't be repaired, only replaced.

Thank you, wasn't aware of it

 
 By: SALMANPK : December 18th, 2020-13:08

A great subject

 
 By: Weems@8 : December 16th, 2020-03:33
Which watch is the ultimate Formula One watch? I had ones a F1 watch. I gave it to my father who wear it daily. In my opinion, such a watch is fun, after some time i lost the love. Back on: I saw many good looking ones. Separate the subject into overall F... 

Love the audacity!!

 
 By: pfang56 : December 17th, 2020-23:21
This is one of my favourite looking special editions but I've shied away multiple times because of past experience with the material. I'm surprised AP has not evolved their materials development for Carbon Fibre to address some of the concerns in terms of...