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Congratulations, Michael!
Dec 02, 2014,14:12 PM
A beautiful watch by which I have been taken aback ever since I saw the press release featuring it!
I am very happy for you!
Looking forward to more of your impressions down the road.
Cheers,
Alex
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Initial thoughts on the AP Royal Oak Offshore QEII
By: MichaelC : November 27th, 2014-11:31
One new Audemars Piguet watch has been on my radar since it was shown earlier in the year - the QEII Cup 2014 Limited Edition Offshore. I took delivery of it yesterday, somewhat of a surprise, as I had recently been told it would be pushed out a bit furth...
Congrats...
By: JavD : November 27th, 2014-13:09
Hi Michael, Congratulations on your new pick up. I received my delivery of this same piece a couple of weeks ago after eyeing it up for quite a while. Its a beautiful watch in the flesh for sure and I totally agree regarding the buckle. Unfortunately the ...
Glad you got to try it Jav
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:04
The weight is very substantial as you know. I do not have a huge wrist but it is rather flat and holds this monster OK.
An attractive watch, no doubt.
By: dr.kol : November 27th, 2014-13:11
The only issue I do not fully understand is the RG bezel. I have noticed with RO that the bezel is a real scratch magnet and gold is a very soft material. But it looks good. Best and happy Thanksgiving, Kari
Thanks Kari. The gold is what makes it look so special.
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:14
We have seen many APs with gold cases and other materials for bezels (rubber, titanium, ceramic, etc.). This QEII reverses that typical scheme and looks very different. I find it utterly striking. No denying the gold will be more scratch prone though. I a...
Big time congratulations!
By: M4 : November 27th, 2014-13:20
That's a gorgeous piece MichaelC. I love the tantulum. Lugging that around on your wrist will be a first rate workout and have you ready for advanced training on your next visit! M4
She is a real arm stretcher M4.
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:15
Looking forward to that workout. After lugging this around for a while, it should make things easier ;-)
Congratulations Michael!!
By: emijar3 : November 27th, 2014-15:00
The pictures are amazing!! Fits great on your wrist! Hope you post more pictures in the future!
Thanks good buddy!
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:17
It has proved quite enjoyable and I expect it to be an enthusiastic photo subject :-)
Diver...
By: BentN : November 28th, 2014-02:49
Wow! When working hard – I guess you kind of "expecting" being rewarded in some way. WHAT to be rewarded with would be highly individual to each of us, but as we are here discussing in a watch forum – I think a watch is very appropriate :-) This is a supe...
Thanks a lot Bent.
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:27
It is a new sensation for me, even as a seasoned AP enthusiast, to wear a non-chrono Royal Oak Offshore. I was seriously considering the steel model before this one was released. I expect we will see more dial and materials variations for the Diver in the...
Hey, congratulations, Michael, for this watch.
By: amanico : November 28th, 2014-03:09
And for your very well written article. This is typically the Watch you have to see in the flesh before any final comment. I am a big fan of tantalum, so each time I read this word, it strikes some chords to me. ;) Bravo, bravo for all, my friend. Nicolas...
Thanks Nicolas. We say it frequently...
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:33
But yes, this one should be seen in person. I would say it has a darker appearance in the flesh than the photos capture. I'll work on that with some BPP. Many years ago I owned the PAM172. It was beautiful and sometimes I wish I kept it. I have always ado...
Congratulations
By: d-star : November 28th, 2014-06:08
What a great looking piece. The contrasting colors really work. interesting to read about the titanium buckle. Gold buckle would have visually competed the look. Tantalum buckle would have been a good choice too? Thanks for sharing your new purchase with ...
A tantalum buckle would be my second choice
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:35
Behind the gold option. I think my blasted titanium buckle will suit me fine and I'll add some photos as soon as I make the swap. Thanks for your kind remarks :-)
Easy to see why!
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:35
That is a special model indeed.
wow
By: Quotron : November 30th, 2014-12:49
Awesome RO Janef! What reference is that?
Already Christmas?
By: Duf : November 29th, 2014-13:07
congrats Michael, this is for sure a great watch!! I also like very much the combination of materials!! It reminds me this LeBron of a friend!!! [URL=] [/URL] ...
Thanks Duf.
By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2014-19:44
Indeed, Christmas came early for me! That LBJ is so striking in person, I was really taken with it. And a similar scheme to this one but in reverse. Perhaps it was inspiration for this QEII Diver. Love that photo of Mr. Westwood. I hope 2015 is the year h...
Congrats on this AP ROO QEII
By: ED209 : November 30th, 2014-18:52
Stunning with the tantalum. And definitely well deserved on your wrist. Regards, ED-209
Thanks ED-209.
By: MichaelC : December 1st, 2014-07:56
"Stunning" is a solid description. As some have pointed out, gold won't make for the most durable bezel, but it offers a unique look I have yet to experience on an AP. And I really dig that!
Congratulations, Michael!
By: AlexSunrise : December 2nd, 2014-14:12
A beautiful watch by which I have been taken aback ever since I saw the press release featuring it! I am very happy for you! Looking forward to more of your impressions down the road. Cheers, Alex
Thank you Alex!
By: MichaelC : December 3rd, 2014-08:50
I appreciate your sincere words. It is such an interesting piece. Truthfully, this watch has no clear identity - a dive watch with a gold bezel made to commemorate a horse race. That is odd. BUT... it is so stunning and fun to wear! Very unique combinatio...
Amazing looking watch Michael
By: Colin W : December 10th, 2014-16:14
It is a striking combination of materials. It looks amazing in your pics. Would you say it is about the same weight on the wrist as a RG n ROO? I may have an opportunity to try it on a QEII next week. I think that if I do, I may be tempted to trade my RG ...
Thanks Colin.
By: MichaelC : December 11th, 2014-08:24
As best I can remember from trying on a RG Rubberclad, I would say the weights are about the same. The rubberclad has a solid caseback, whereas the QEII is open. Still, the tantalum case and thick caseback ring are quite heavy, so that must be close to a ...
Sounds perfect Michael
By: Colin W : December 11th, 2014-08:42
Do you know whether it was originally Boutique only? With only 150 made I suspect you will never come across one is n the wild? I have the Ceramic Diver which I love, however the QEII is different enough to warrant having 2 divers, I think!
Based upon how limited this run is...
By: MichaelC : December 14th, 2014-20:13
I believe all sold orders would be distributed through AP Boutiques. I think the all ceramic Diver is completely different than this one and you could very happily own one of each :-)
I know you love grey, Michael...
By: orangedial : December 12th, 2014-09:55
and I had a feeling that you might own this watch one day when it was launched… CONGRATULATIONS !!! I've handled and reported about this reference before, I must say that this is one of the nicest ROO around IMO. I love its weight, and how the rose gold b...
You know me well Wayne
By: MichaelC : December 14th, 2014-20:21
And as soon as I saw the photo of this one earlier in the year, I hoped it could be my return to a grey AP. I'm thrilled I was able to work it out. If I could really choose, I would love a solid tantalum caseback for this watch. As we have discussed, this...
Congrats
By: drgiggles : December 14th, 2014-00:50
Congrats. Beautiful watch. Big fan of the two-tone.
Thanks drgiggles
By: MichaelC : December 14th, 2014-20:23
I'm certainly enjoying this watch.