Audemars Piguet: ArmisE the Vlad Collection

MichaelC · 2021-09-21T15:21:11Z

Explore MichaelC's Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore with a new nubuck strap. Discover how this material transforms the watch's aesthetic and the benefits of AP's quick-change system.

MichaelC, a long-time collector of Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshores, shares his experience with a new nubuck strap, a departure from his usual style. His post explores the aesthetic transformation this strap brings to his timepiece, particularly how it complements the smoked dial. MichaelC's insights offer a fresh perspective on customizing iconic AP models and the potential for new strap materials to redefine a watch's character.

What can I say, he got me...

Nubuck by AP... what could be better? I have worn Royal Oak Offshores for 20 years now. This is quite a transformation and honestly one I never thought of. I expect this strap to patina, and then it will pair even better with the smoked dial. But I sense AP made this strap for this dial. I could see it gong on the blue and black dials too. Thank you AP

Key Points from the Discussion

The new Audemars Piguet models feature a quick-change strap system, making experimentation with different straps much easier for collectors.
The nubuck strap is expected to develop a patina over time, which will further enhance its aesthetic pairing with the smoked dial of the watch.
The quick-change strap system is particularly beneficial for collectors with aging eyes, simplifying the process of strap replacement.
There is an expectation that a kit will be released to allow 42mm straps to be fitted onto 43mm Audemars Piguet models, expanding customization options.
The influence of fellow collectors, like 'ArmisT', can significantly impact purchasing decisions, even leading to research on acquiring new vehicles like Alpines.
Collectors often use various strap sizes, such as XS, to achieve a comfortable and personalized fit for their watches.

The Discussion

amanico

Sep 21, 2021

This guy is very dangerous. I can only concur when I see this combo.

MichaelC

Sep 21, 2021

Yah, I wonder where all this madness originates, Lord Nico?

Growing your far reaching network of deviants, as usual... (but I think I am in that club too, so it's OK!)

Sep 21, 2021

Haha! "Lord Nico."

The watch / strap combo looks tremendous. It's a summer - autumn look to it. M4

amanico

Sep 21, 2021

Network of deviants... That's one of the finest compliment I've ever received. :))))

MichaelC

Sep 21, 2021

I had a feeling. I should know better - "Don't feed the Trolls!"

LOL.

ArmisT

Sep 22, 2021

It is without question that every grade of my horological madness can be traced back to the Nico effect 🤪

…and to take it a step beyond horological influence, when he started posting all the details about Alpines, the next day I was researching for dealers and how I’d get one into the US!

Audemars Piguet: ArmisE the Vlad Collection

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