First of all, Congrats on the JPM! I am very happy for you, that is just one of the coolest ROO and my favorite! As for the Code 11.59, I am a lover since its unveil BUT...

Aug 12, 2020,22:58 PM
 

Most of the dials didn't please me, at the exception of the Tourbillon  open dial and the Super Sonnerie.


The case is superb, I really like the blend of shapes. But the dials and the hands... They should really change that. In a more daring, or at least in a more " assured " way. 

And the date... Aaaah.... Damn date... wink

Best,

Nicolas



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Hands on opinion about the Code 11:59.

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 12th, 2020-16:31
Today I decided to do a “drive by” to the AP Boutique, since I broke under the forums presure😜 and decided to buy the Montoya Titanium that I had on loan for a week. I needed to order a new strap, and also a rubber strap so I can make it a bit more wearab...  

No offense

 
 By: sschew : August 12th, 2020-16:57
But that looks like a Daniel Wellington or Police watch my humble opinion of course

No offense taken, we all have different tastes

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 12th, 2020-17:15
I totally disliked this watch myself when initially released, and maybe the dial color not for everyone but the movement’s precision and operation is quite impressive(and I handled a couple). Daniel Wellington wishes to have a movement as this!

First off, major congrats on the Montoya in Titanium, I do think it's a terrific choice! ;-) As for the Code, it looks like they have made some substantial improvements on the dial side...

 
 By: FabR : August 12th, 2020-17:18
...which I believe was the main concern many collectors had with these new references last year. Even though I'm honestly still far from an enthusiast, since I had a chance to see the Code in person, I'm also much more positive about what AP is trying to ... 

Thank you for the kind words, I definitely will as soon as the strap arrives!

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 13th, 2020-03:16
As for the Code, it needs to be seen in the metal...

I'm with you

 
 By: dnlmpg : August 12th, 2020-18:42
I wasn't impressed at all at launch. But seeing it in person after has really started to make it grow on me. The blue and burgundy dials, in particular, are super pleasing to the eye.

I want to be very clear, NO HATE

 
 By: Mostel : August 12th, 2020-19:21
but this dial just does not work for me, as a Purist, if you will... the date at 4:30 is not in tune with our ideals... the dial is clearly more than an Homage to Moser, God Bless Moser, OK that's no problem, but it should be noted. As collectors.... we h... 

I see your point and I agree with most of your points.

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 13th, 2020-03:24
However I would mention that in our modern times, every brand is copying someone else, sadly it’s hard to find originality, so maybe this is why this watch is so controversial!? While it’s not the love of my live, as watches go, the movement’s precision i... 

Honestly, it looks like a Michael Kors watch..

 
 By: jp884 : August 12th, 2020-19:58
Not my cup of tea at all, this was a big fail IMHO.

As they say, different strokes for different folks!

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 13th, 2020-03:27
But the movement’s precision and functionality it’s very impressive IMHO...

I like where it’s headed. I’m wondering though if they can do away with those circular borders on the sub registers..

 
 By: Echi : August 12th, 2020-22:21
I think it keeps the fume dial from fully “radiating”. Of course, that date window needs to go as well. Interesting comment about the pushers as it made me reconsider. I’m thinking discreet pushers would work well with this kind of elegant design rather h... 

I see your point about the circles but I feel that if absent , it would make the subdials less legible.

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 13th, 2020-03:50
I think most see this watch as a dress watch, while I feel that AP tried to make a functional “tool” chronograph in a precious metal case! As others mentioned the dial is debatable but the movement is one of the best automatic movements I tested.

First of all, Congrats on the JPM! I am very happy for you, that is just one of the coolest ROO and my favorite! As for the Code 11.59, I am a lover since its unveil BUT...

 
 By: amanico : August 12th, 2020-22:58
Most of the dials didn't please me, at the exception of the Tourbillon open dial and the Super Sonnerie. The case is superb, I really like the blend of shapes. But the dials and the hands... They should really change that. In a more daring, or at least in... 

THE DATE! Hahahaha, I know how you feel about it...!

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 13th, 2020-04:03
I was totally against this watch, I didn’t understood what AP tried to do, but seeing in the metal, I start to like it. Now off course, burgundy, purple, is not for everyone or an everyday wear, but it’s a very impressive mechanical achievement as I see i... 

I looked at these as well, both the HMD and the Chrono

 
 By: rnaden : August 12th, 2020-23:23
My impressions are similar - the dial colour graduation is very nicely done, the casework is beautiful, so is the movement. The problem I had with it is that the dial design is quite generic, and my biggest issue is that the fonts used for the hours, the ... 

It is a robust mvmt. Is it a game changer - No. Is it better than competitors- No.

 
 By: redcorals : August 13th, 2020-05:56
..but its a start. It is in-house and hopefully it can be improved upon. Wud i buy this mvnmt put in their JA or RO case? Likely.

If you have time check out the naked watchmaker site where Peter Speak dismantles the movement and tells his opinion about it.

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 14th, 2020-02:50
As per him, it’s quite a solid and technical movement. Yes, I would like to see it in the Royal Oak/Offshore line as well. Thank you for your comment...

Thanks for your detailed post and opinions.

 
 By: MichaelC : August 13th, 2020-06:03
I saw them once last year at a boutique. Since day 1, the case design / structure and movements have been ultra alluring to me. The recently launched dials are definitely nice to my eyes. I expect to own a piece from this collection in the coming year or ... 

No date, manual wind, jumping minute counter...

 
 By: mdg : August 13th, 2020-19:44
...a man can dream.

Now with the new dial, I am starting to like it more! Although, I now wish for the hands to change and for the watch to be generally cheaper :p

 
 By: Spencer Karrington : August 14th, 2020-02:02
I really like the case and the movement, they are awesome! The hands and dial are my problems and they have fixed one out of two, and the bigger one of the two! So I actually like it now, but it is still not my fav ap but getting close!

I didn’t like the Code 11:59 collection the first time I saw the CAD drawings

 
 By: NickO : August 14th, 2020-12:09
I didn’t like it when I saw the first press release photos and I didn’t like it the first time I saw it in the metal - or for the second time, or the third time. And I still don’t like it today. I guess I hold horological grudges. I associate the collecti... 

I completely see your point, I have the same feeling with Lange.

 
 By: ZSHSZ : August 14th, 2020-14:09
Sadly lately it’s really hard to find originality in the ocean of horology, specially if if you’re an old sailor... I don’t get impressed anymore by any press releases, or any photos. Regarding the 11:59, I think this watch is a real sports watch, packed ...