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Cosmos Blue
Thank you Goh
Although the colour balance in the photos is not perfect, this watch is reference 05 (Cosmos Blue).
I agree it is more sporty and, as Nicolas put it, also quite elegant. On this occasion I do not mind -as a matter of fact I almost prefer- a compromise on legibility.
I too think the steel looks more interesting with the darker dial.
Good luck with your choice and I look forward to some pictures.
Regards,
Benjamin
Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar
I have enjoyed this special watch for a few days. My experience so far has been very gratifying. This is my first Audemars Piguet and it is also my first perpetual calendar. For some time my grail was the PP 5140, and when I decided to go for the perpetua...
Sincere congratulations, BCL
I took another way, when considering getting a Perpetual Calendar, but yes, this RO was very high in my list. More elegant than sporty, this watch is unbelievable. I can understand your pleasure and satisfaction to have been able to handle your dream! I w...
Hi, Nicolas
Thank you for your best wishes, Nicolas. I will try to get some decent pics, but it is not an easy watch to photograph. I think your choice of PC was a little more intricate... All best. Benjamin
I had several
I started with an IWC Da Vinci PC Rattrapante.... I lost it after a scam... I wanted to replace it with the AP, but Fate decided to lead me on another way. So, I went for the U.N PC GMT.... And I added the JLC skeleton perpetual. I sold the U.N to a good ...
um... tricky
Hi ED. Thank you. I will see what I can do without opening the bracelet. Regards. Benjamin
One of the great things about AP
is that most people have no clue what you are wearing. Just wait until Feb. 28th. Enjoy. JerryW
Huge congrats, BCL...
I am very fond of this particular RO Perpetual Calendar too. Is yours Ref: 25820ST.O.0944ST. 04 ? I am considering the dark blue (05, more sporty) and white (03, more legible) dial. I tried both on separate occasions and like both, even though I almost al...
Cosmos Blue
Thank you Goh Although the colour balance in the photos is not perfect, this watch is reference 05 (Cosmos Blue). I agree it is more sporty and, as Nicolas put it, also quite elegant. On this occasion I do not mind -as a matter of fact I almost prefer- a ...
Thanks Benjamin...
I tried on the 05 and it looked somewhat darker. I agree with you that the darker dial looks more interesting, on steel cases. Goh
Interesting about the blue and the -04 / 05 SKU number
The AP website lists both as 'blue' , but I thought the -05 was a darker color of blue and more dark greyish. hmmm, interesting. Regardless, congrats on your AP RO perpetual! Regards, ED-209 This message has been edited by ED209 on 2010-05-14 18:13:03
You are right
Hi ED. The second photo from my original post better reflects the true color of the dial. You are right about the AP website. I too was confused by their photographs -as reference 05 appears more grey and reference 04 more blue-. I asked the page from the...
This explains it...
Thanks for the information, Benjamin. I must have tried on x.04 then. Best, Goh
No problem, Goh...
... and I look forward to some pictures of this addition to your fantastic collection. Best regards, Benjamin
Thanks for your kind words,...
But I am not sure if it'll be my next AP...yet. As I am also considering the the RO skeleton. I am waiting to see it in the metal, as I want to be sure about its legibility. Best, Goh
Nice watch! Congratulations!
Personally, I am a huge fan of the Patek Philippe 5140. The 5140 is my favorite perpetual calendar watch. However, despite my loyalty to the 5140, I am very much intrigued about your Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar. Congratulations upon the acquisition of a ...
Thanks, Patrick. I have remained loyal...
... though, admittedly, a little bit unfaithful, to 5140. However, as days go by with this Royal Oak my appreciation for this watch has increased. Usability is a very strong point from my perspective, and with my lifestyle the AP comes on top in this depa...
The RO may have overtaken...
...the 5140 on my PC list in terms of 'wear-ability'. As much as I still think the 5140 is the most classically Perpetual, it is just too small on the wrist. I tried on a white dial over the weekend and I must say, it needed the wife's help to come off!