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An afternoon at the AD
Had a hectic week and decided to take it slow on a Friday afternoon ahead of a long weekend at the AD. Tried on (for the n-th time) two watches that look very similar IMO, but yet are different enough from just about every aspect. Some pictures to follow, not the greatest pictures taken with a phone, but enough to draw some comparisons.
First up - Classic Fusion in titanium. This size (42mm) fits my wrist just right. Light and the rubber strap is very soft and comfortable. Something I certainly could see myself with on a daily basis for sure just due to the wearability of it and it not being too flashy. Very sporty, which suits my daily casual self.
I like the buckle a lot
Not a huge fan of the movement though. While I'm not one who cares too much of whether it's an ETA derivative or in-house, as long as it's well built, accurate and easy to service (and find watchmakers who can service it easily), but having this totally undecorated is appalling, to me at least. A rotor change and the H logo is not "finishing" at this price point. It looked too similar to my mechanical Swatch!
Next up - something I've been considering for well over a year....15450
Definitely oozing class and says a different story than the Hublot - also draws more attention because of the way light plays off that dial. The weight is significant, contributed by the steel bracelet, but then again, if I did get this one, it would be with the steel bracelet because I dislike non-standard lugs for straps although straps are my preference over bracelets. The build is as close to perfect as one can get IMO. Can't find anything wrong about it, from size, finishing and wear comfort.
Hugs the wrist just as well as the Hublot does, though the Hublot is quite a bit more comfortable to wear. Maybe the weight has something to do with it, or the difference between the steel and the soft rubber.
Beautifully crafted
Side by side. Just very similar, but going by just design and dial, I prefer the Hublot. Would be better if there was some lume though.
Similar yet as far apart as can be
Final comparison of size to my PI. The PI also wears more comfortable than the AP though. AP looks a lot smaller, but lug to lug it's almost exactly the same size.
Was a good afternoon by my standards, and a great way to de-stress. Tempted but not convinced...not yet at least!
HAGWE all!
Richard
An afternoon at the AD
Had a hectic week and decided to take it slow on a Friday afternoon ahead of a long weekend at the AD. Tried on (for the n-th time) two watches that look very similar IMO, but yet are different enough from just about every aspect. Some pictures to follow,...
Not so tough choice for me...
I think the AP in this configuration is my favourite AP and looks better than the chrono. And the AP RO has proved itself as timeless, but maybe the Hublot still has to prove this. Would it carry the same desirability for you after 5 years? Good luck with...
Good food for thought, Dean.
I agree that a watch must have something that we shouldn't tire of after a while. These two are on my radar among others and I'm not close to making a decision as yet, but I have to say that I have not made a purchase that I've tired of so far, save for o...
AP v Hublot
The Hublot is more practical for everyday use, but the AP is so much nicer. I am a fan of both brands and own watches from both brands, but if you have to choose one the AP is much finer.
Thanks and Welcome!
Welcome to the forum. And thanks for the input. Feel free to share more of your experiences with both brands, especially the watches that you own, as I'm sure we'll all be interested in it. Richard
Somehow for the AP RO....
...that 2mm gives for a whole different experience, but I am going to be trying on the 39mm ultra thin this coming week :-) Richard
I would be happy with either one....
... tough call for me. Classic Fusion can be really an everyday wearer (and a bit more friendly to your wallet). AP RO is of course an "iconic" piece and may attract more "respect" based on its history. The choice yours and if I were you, I could be happy...
