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While I applaud the move to...
... experiment with different materials, I feel that it is all worth while to maintain the FC line as it is uniquely AP, and AP has been very successful with it. It is the best representation of material mastery, or bravery, in watchmaking IMHO that should be perdured. Too many mix of materials might result in another confusion, like the many past versions of ROO which gave a general impression of 'different colors only'.
For the latest move on pricing strategy, I agree with Mo that only time will tell if the move is a correct one. However, I do feel that such alignment will probably help to keep the resale value better and more stable for the popular AP models. Of course, as an enthusiast with a rather shallow pocket, I hope that the prices of popular RO/ROO models could be kept relatively reasonable (and reachable) 
A Great AP Day
AP ownership has been a very rewarding experience to me so far and the joy was perfectly illustrated yesterday when I met a new WIS friend through the forum and yet another perfect experience at the Singapore AP Boutique. ---------------------------------...
Allow me to clarify some of the information you were given.
The current references available in forged carbon will continue to be available in 2013. That is the factual information. After this year, it might change, as obviously Bindy alluded to. With the SIHH introductions of the 44mm ceramic cased Offshore Chron...
Thanks Michael for the clarification...
I was rather saddened when I learnt about the prospect of discontinuation of the FC models after 2013. After learning more about the cutting-edge technology of forged carbon and AP's pioneering it in watchmaking, what really puzzles me is that they even t...
Dangerous strategy but...
only time will tell. Sure is that slashing RRPs doesn't send a great deal of a message to the audience. Many AP models don't have the same level of desirability as a few others,maybe a "cleaning up"of the line could be a good move. As far as FC is concern...
I really hope...
... that AP would rethink their strategy with FC and keep it going in the product line. The lightness, strength and look of FC is perfect for a sports watch and most importantly, it is uniquely AP. If long term durability is a concern, AP can always devis...
Tremendous photo!
Superb, I love it. There are several reasons behind the direction AP is taking with forged carbon. I don't think it will be abandoned. There has been a recent focus on ceramic and cermet, and these materials seem to be very desirable. We have also seen ti...
While I applaud the move to...
... experiment with different materials, I feel that it is all worth while to maintain the FC line as it is uniquely AP, and AP has been very successful with it. It is the best representation of material mastery, or bravery, in watchmaking IMHO that shoul...
Had mine since 2002. And im still in love
This watch been with me for 11 years. Great watch! And actually my first AP Versatile for sure ...
