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Incredible story!!
Dec 27, 2019,04:59 AM
I still recall when I purchased my first AP - a Chrono Steel Offshore in 2003 - trying to differentiate myself over many of the Daytona owners Spent a good amount of money refinishing and servicing it and then exited it after some sticker shock! Then afterwards went through waves of excitement when audacity kicked in the collection (carbon fiber and F1 and full ceramic) and exited when a little too much commercialisation came in (special editions with different colour palettes).
Have you experienced the same cycles? I get a sense I feel a bit more stability today with the ceramic perpetual - I'm wondering if this is an "endgame" watch? Time will tell..
Cheers
Peter
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AP influence
By: MichaelC : December 27th, 2019-04:39
I stumbled across this photo earlier of my old office. I bought my first AP in 2001, a silver rubberlcad. I could not imagine how many AP logos are throughout my house, whether they be on a watch or a book or a clock or a shirt or.... its a lot. Been a fu...
2001 ...
By: Cpt Scarlet : December 27th, 2019-04:49
Seems like yesterday !.... what AP are you going for next Michael ?
This is a great question, Cap.
By: MichaelC : December 31st, 2019-17:22
I am on the 15202 WG list, but who knows if or when that ever happens. Maybe a steel perpetual Royal Oak, maybe a if a new dial comes along that excites me. I really want that case in my collection.
Incredible story!!
By: pfang56 : December 27th, 2019-04:59
I still recall when I purchased my first AP - a Chrono Steel Offshore in 2003 - trying to differentiate myself over many of the Daytona owners Spent a good amount of money refinishing and servicing it and then exited it after some sticker shock! Then afte...
Yes, I definitely had cycles like that.
By: MichaelC : December 31st, 2019-17:24
The 15202ST proved to be then killer of AP for me. So simple, so perfect. Having recently acquired a full ceramic GP skeleton watch, I would die for a full ceramic AP perpetual... but wow, they highly value this material! Am little steep for me.
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By: MichaelC : December 31st, 2019-17:24
Wow, I love this glimpse into your office
By: respo : December 27th, 2019-08:33
Thank you for sharing that, Michael. All the brand-related ephemera is part of the fun, no? I got my first AP in 2009, a RO Jumbo 15002. Last year I added the Survivor, as you know, and passion for that beast has only grown. All the best, respo
I remain so happy for your Survivor...
By: MichaelC : December 31st, 2019-17:25
But at the same time, irritated I don't see it posted here more! LOL, perhaps a New Year's resolution good Sir?
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By: monaco68 : December 27th, 2019-09:21
Simply great πππ I love such a loyal commitment for a brand ( especially AP), thanks for that insight, Michael Cheers Bernd
Great
By: FlyingSnoopy : December 28th, 2019-00:53
Thanks for sharing! Cheers
Very cool.
By: JerryW : December 29th, 2019-18:27
I purchased my first AP in 1997, a Nick Faldo RG RO. I eventually found and that rocked my world. I officially became an AP nut. Sure has been a fun ride, especially getting to meet such an amazing group of watch enthusiasts. Even better getting to hang ...
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By: MichaelC : December 31st, 2019-17:29
Those are memories I cherish.
By: MichaelC : December 31st, 2019-17:28
Jerry, you have been an amazing AP enthusiast yourself, and I thoroughly enjoy our times together. I will see you in 2020, for sure! Happy New Year good buddy!