PPro ABR #156 Unboxing and First Impressions

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) · 2014-02-22T01:20:28Z

Jrwong23 unboxes his PPro ABR #156, a cool and robust community watch with a carbon fiber dial and comfortable silicon strap, perfect for daily wear.

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

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Jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) joyfully shares the unboxing and initial impressions of his PPro ABR #156, a watch he describes as an "ultra cool and unique timepiece suitable for rough wear." This post highlights the excitement of acquiring a community-driven watch and its practical appeal for daily adventures.

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Thank you everyone for your kind words when I did my last post on how much I missed the ABR as I was on a family vacation when it was delivered to my home.

And sorry for one more post on this watch. I just cannot help but to share my joy of having this special watch!

Today, I finally have access to the PPro ABR #156. Here's the unboxing process and some photos to share. I really like this watch and regretted not getting it earlier.

It's really an ultra cool and unique timepiece suitable for rough wear.

Love the carbon fibre dial's wet look, the mix of red, black and green on the dial. The silicon straps also feels great on the wrist and has a good friction to the skin such that the watch does not slide even when worn loosely (which is important for silicon/rubber straps in humid and hot Singapore). The heft of the watch case surprised me a bit (it feels quite heavy for a steel watch) but I like the heft and have no issues with it.

I am wearing it with the supplied red straps as it makes the watch more attractive, as a casual watch with the family on weekends.

Only thing I struggled with is the pushing/sliding of the straps into the lug holes of the watch. It was very tight for the long side of the strap (the shorter end of the strap is easy to slide in and out).

This looks like a great watch for me to swim with too. 100m WR - perfect!

Enjoy the pics. For those Purists who haven't got one yet, I encourage you to consider this PPro ABR. It's really nicely made and looks very cool.

cheers

robin

PS: Stefan - i guess I am lucky - I don't feel uncomfortable with the strap and buckle so I won't need the new straps from St Gallen.

I am using the plastic buckle though - haven't tried the steel PVD buckle yet.

Key Points from the Discussion

The PPro ABR is lauded as a 'fun watch' that generates significant excitement, contrasting with the awe inspired by more traditional, high-horology pieces like a Montblanc Villeret.
The watch is considered a 'community watch' and a 'bro watch,' fostering a sense of camaraderie among PuristS who own it.
The PPro ABR's robustness, including its PVD coating and 100m water resistance, makes it suitable for active wear and provides assurance of its durability.
The silicon strap is praised for its comfort and good friction, preventing the watch from sliding even when worn loosely in humid climates like Singapore.
A question arises regarding the availability and ordering process for the limited-edition PPro ABR, indicating continued interest from other PuristS.
One owner reported a problem with the seconds hand getting stuck after a period of disuse, suggesting a potential issue with the movement or hand alignment.

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amanico

Feb 22, 2014

Bravo, Robin. First time I see the red strap. Enjoy! [nt]

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Feb 22, 2014

Thanks Nicolas. the red strap...

Is harder to match clothes but I love the red strap and black case combination. I was a little worried it may smell on my wrist after a day of wear in the hot and humid weather here but hey... after 6 hours of wear in non air conditioned places, no smell at all! Anyway I can easily wash the straps in dettol haha. Cheers Robin

Luis6

Feb 22, 2014

Congratulations!

A unique piece. Really looks cool.

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Feb 22, 2014

Thanks Luis! I believe a few more are still available

Wanna join us? This is truly a community watch! Very interesting too. Already some people were asking me about the 4 quadrant seconds hands. We can have another bro watch, together with our Montblanc Worldtime :) Thanks as always for your kind words. Cheers Robin

Luis6

Feb 22, 2014

Well, I have to save up my

"allocation" of opportunities for the watches that I REALLY like. Otherwise I will be buying too much, then my wife will stop me.

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Feb 22, 2014

Wise indeed my friend

I will have to save up too else my wife will be upset! Unless I buy her the pp 24 which you got for your lovely wife on Valentine's Day. :) Well I have to save up for that too! Cheers Robin

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