XClent perspective. I have to add - AP has taken value away from it instead of adding to it as this flagship has grown in appreciation, loyalty and price. The 1240 mvmt besides deprived...

Aug 10, 2018,10:36 AM
 

...of markings also lacks the hand-engraved rotor. The 944 bracelet is still more expensive than 1240 which is quite evident in the craftsmanship as it simply exhibits more finesse and probably higher tool dexterity. The marked thinness wraps around the wrist like a subtle jewelry bracelet easy to slip under the cuff. 1240 is bolder - being thicker renders sharper beveling angles exposing large areas to shimmer and shine- Different character. The 944 AP insignia clasp was def more special than the chunky yet balanced butterfly clasp. The 1240 clasp has 3 diff finishings iirc as opposed to polished AP of 0944. Last but not the least 1240 is not as distinguishable from the 15300/15400 bracelets. 

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Some thoughts on 15202s - 944 versus 1240

 
 By: Velociphile - No longer in the building : August 10th, 2018-09:18
Travelling so a chance for some thoughts. I’ve commented on these before but now having both in regular rotation it might be useful to cover some additional observations. Hands - useful brighter lume on the 944. They look like they are mounted on shorter ...  

XClent perspective. I have to add - AP has taken value away from it instead of adding to it as this flagship has grown in appreciation, loyalty and price. The 1240 mvmt besides deprived...

 
 By: redcorals : August 10th, 2018-10:36
...of markings also lacks the hand-engraved rotor. The 944 bracelet is still more expensive than 1240 which is quite evident in the craftsmanship as it simply exhibits more finesse and probably higher tool dexterity. The marked thinness wraps around the w... 

perfectly agreed [nt]

 
 By: Velociphile - No longer in the building : August 10th, 2018-14:59

Thanks for the comparison

 
 By: drmoney : August 10th, 2018-11:59
Very useful to have fresh thoughts from an owner of both who is/was evaluating which one to keep. I think... I'm glad I have just one, and not another to compare it to. I'm not left wishing this had that, or that had this. Though I have to admit, your blu... 

thanks, do you have your timing results?

 
 By: Velociphile - No longer in the building : August 10th, 2018-15:00
1st world problems huh

Thanks for the reminder

 
 By: drmoney : August 11th, 2018-10:10
I'll try to do that soon, but looking at your results, I'm not likely to be as thorough as you, in regards to "resting overnight, wearing for 3 hours..." I'll likely just wind it to get it started in the morning, wear it for the day, then do the multi-pos... 

Interesting comparison...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : August 11th, 2018-05:07
Thanks for taking the time to post your review.