Jim14
670
This is my fourth ROO: I love the designs of these watches -- this one will be the keeper.
Feb 11, 2021,12:49 PM
In a serial fashion, I have had the first gen Safari, a titanium Schumacher, and the stainless Panda. None of them was much more "durable" than this one -- stainless, especially, is prone to scratches and dings. The Schumacher seemed a bit large for me. This one ticks all the right boxes for a watch that I can shower with.
I have to warn you of one other thing -- some owners of these pieces complained that the titanium "trim" on the pushers fell off -- I looked into this and it seems to be less common than the chipping issue. Again, I felt that if something like this happened, I would have no problem bringing it back to AP for restoration.
Comments:
view entire thread
AP Royal Oak Offshore forged carbon
By: oyster case : February 10th, 2021-19:09
Hi, I’m seriously 😐 considering this piece but have a couple of concerns. Does anyone know how sharp the case bevel is supposed to be? Compared to my mint 15300st’s very sharp original finish this one seems a bit dull. The lug to strap area particularly. ...
My thoughts...
By: watchguy1234 : February 10th, 2021-19:53
The carbon is such a unique look that I love. The bezel in particular looks polished, which is surprising considering its carbon and I'd think you wouldn't want to polish it. More specifically, I usually judge whether a bezel has been polished by looking ...
Gotcha
By: watchguy1234 : February 10th, 2021-20:10
Thanks! Based on some photos I just saw of the offshores, it seems the bezel is a bit different than the standard royal oak, and perhaps the smaller distance is expected. Great looking watch!
Looks correct
By: quattro69 : February 10th, 2021-20:06
The bezel should be the “satin finish” which looks correct. I personally love this size and it’s very wearable on a smaller wrist. I don’t have a large wrist but love big watches and this one is brilliant. Great choice. ...
My case is ceramic...
By: quattro69 : February 10th, 2021-20:10
So I can’t comment on the forged carbon case.
I have this exact reference --
By: Jim14 : February 11th, 2021-06:39
My thoughts: I did extensive research into a perceived "weakness" in the carbon fiber. AP had all-carbon cases/bezels before they designed this one (Alinghi, etc.) and they put the ceramic bezel on the 26400 to prevent the "chipping" that may happen in ca...
Thanks holdemchamp I appreciate the vote of confidence. It's true, likely
By: oyster case : February 11th, 2021-15:50
because ceramic allows for the usual AP finish standard and ability to match case and bezel it may be more popular. The perpetual black ceramic is a stunning piece. The fact that AP isn't using forged carbon anymore (I believe) may contribute as well. I'v...
I wore a FC for about 2 years as a daily driver
By: eonflux : February 11th, 2021-22:48
I still think it's the best looking 44mm ROO because of the contrast between the case and bezel, and the other bits. Very comfortable, very light. My case looked pristine during that time.