First-Gen 15202 Royal Oak Jumbo
The Royal Oak jumbo is the watch I’ve most revered during the last couple of decades. However, I never found an opportunity to pick one up. With the deals I've found in the current watch market, I finally took the opportunity to meet my hero. I chose the ...
Handsome! And rugged!
There's something sporty and luxurious about this watch at the same time. Kind of like a luxury SUV car. Great piece! Thanks for remembering to share photos of the movement too!
Thanks for sharing the impressive information too!
Love the information you shared with us! Great info!
Very much appreciate the research and summary of historical points.
Besides the elegance of this piece speaking for itself, your points highlight subtle but notable differences between the generations. Congratulations on such a special piece, and in such great condition too!
Congratulations on your acquisition!
We could have further posts detailing the variations within a given model. Some real interesting differences within the 2nd gen 15202s.
Thank you for this wonderful research, it is filled with so much information.
It’s been a very interesting and fluent read. Congratulations on your find of this elegant piece in seemingly great condition & hope you enjoy your watch in the best of health.
Great catch!
I've got this version with white dial, purchased new around 2005. I've always considered it a keeper, without question. Thanks for sharing your research.
Amazing find.
Congratulations on finding a deal. I thought “investment” watches like RO and Nautilus were the only ones not going down in price.
Rotor
Dumb question…but your rotor says M A on it…is that a custom monogram option or does it stand for something else?
I love seeing this documented all in one place. Well done!
Congratulations on a fine choice. I've handled quite a few 15202s, and I agree wholeheartedly that the first generation feels special even among Jumbos. Wear it in good health! Best, Tim
Thank you David. These type of posts is why I value watchprosite so much.
Firstly, congratulations on your first gen 15202. Secondly, thank you for sharing your research. I know how much time and effort it takes to distill it down like this. I have begun to wonder how much do collectors today care (or know) about heritage, rari...
Thank you for your very informative post.
Would anyone know whether any of the first generation Jumbos came with a any other clasp but the butterfly. Could they have been replaced during service (cannot imagine Why) Appreciate any information. Thank you in advance .
Huge congrats!
Well done! You did your homework. I much prefer this version of the 15202ST as well (although I prefer the white dial, and the Jubilee 14802ST would be even better).
Question about the case
Great info - thank you…my question is: if the 15202 has a crystal case back, is the case still considered monocoque?
Wow, so many thanks! Such great research and you offer it freely and heartily!
My Royal Oak crazed buddies will LOVE your article and fotos. Great work. Can't wait to share with them. The intricacies that you shared, the interior angles, the thinness comparisons, the deployant closure differences, the hands stack differences - never...