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Long Live The King!!!! l
Nobody fires up our passion for APs like MichaelC! Thanks my friend for your labor of love in bringing us these great reviews!
I am a fellow worshipper of the RB II. I'm blessed to own one, and it's not leaving the collection EVER! MichaelC has covered every angle of the brilliant RB II, but it's more than just a brilliant looking watch. It has ground breaking application of rare materials (ceramic, titanium) but it's more than just the technical details. There's an inimitable AURA surrounding this watch. Collectors go silent when they see one from across the room (though its scarcity almost guarantees this to be a rare occurrence). Non watch aficionados invariably do a triple take on the RB II, it's that alluring. Above all, I know no other AP Offshore that captures the essence of the AP brand quite like the revered RB II. It's a classic. It's the undisputed King of AP Offshores. 'Nuff said!!!!
Royal Oak Offshore Rubens Barrichello II
Recently, a few friends have checked in with me to ask about my AP Rubens Barrichello II Royal Oak Offshore. "Do you still have that watch?", "do you still wear that watch?", those have been the questions. So I felt maybe I had neglected to share this one...
Good to read your thoughts on this ROO
Hi Michael, Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the RBII. It has been a long while since I can recall seeing an in-depth post about this one. You have increased my appreciation of this AP. I have always admired it from afar as simply a very handsome watch...
I appreciate your reply, respo.
I do my very best to avoid the hype and make my own decisions when it comes to buying a watch... after all, I will be the one wearing it. If we drink all of the koolaid we find online, I'm quite certain we would all be broke! When the RB2 launched, the re...
The ROO Ti Montoya still remains my fav, BUT...
Your repeated posts on this RB II lead me to change my mind on this one, and to appreciate it more and more... Damn cool one! Best, Nicolas
I always mention the Montoya with it...
because when we speak honestly, we know the JPM is really the predecessor to the RB2 and many others that followed.
And they both have something very special which the others don't reach, IMO...
That makes me think that I have something to post about that.... Best, Nicolas
Thanks, Michael, great pics, text and very interesting insights based on
actual ownership and usage. Bravo.
It is enjoyable to grow with a watch
Sometimes, it takes owning a piece to discover you don't like it. In the best cases, we discover we like it more and more as time goes on. Such is the joyful pleasure of the RB2.
Nice RBII pics
Great to see it as part of your daily rotation and share wrist time with your other AP's. Regards, ED-209
Definitely, ED209.
Sometimes, I go a little while without it, and then every time I pick it back up I'm instantly in love.
This RBII...
is an icon and the watch that drew me towards the ROOs. I was able to acquire a few ROOs thereafter but regret not securing an RBII - still the King in my books! Best fernando
While I hate to declare a single King...
I would label this RB2 as such. And given the many other wonderful choices from AP, that is saying a ton.
Thanks M4!
Glad you got to see this one up close. I'll never forget the look on your daughter's face at dinner when you said "you are looking at one of the most sought after watches in the world". Her expression said "when is dinner coming?" LOL, I felt the impact o...
Definitely wears larger than the other 42mm Offshores
With the special crown and pusher guard build out.
Thanks RonnieR
I wish I had your camera equipment to properly present it! I'll try to remember it for our next meeting.
Long Live The King!!!! l
Nobody fires up our passion for APs like MichaelC! Thanks my friend for your labor of love in bringing us these great reviews! I am a fellow worshipper of the RB II. I'm blessed to own one, and it's not leaving the collection EVER! MichaelC has covered ev...
Wonderful feedback, AS777
I really appreciate your contribution. I did not speak to the exact points you made, and they are quite valid. I have worn my watch to AP functions where even AP staff members want to see it up close. It really commands a lot of attention. In that regard,...
Superb write up
thanks for the wonderful write up and equally great photos. It is always nice to read real world experiences, especially on long term ownership. This is a very nice looking Offshore, and first time I'm seeing it up close. I love the detailing on the bezel...
Glad you read the article Richard.
I am honest enough to say the watch is big on my wrist, but I'm comfortable with how it sits and feels. It has been a while since I have tried on an AP 44mm Offshore, and I do feel these 42mm designs are best for me. The RB2 has a bigger visual impression...