Audemars Piguet

I hope and expect 2022 models are as perfect as previous ones.  Nothing I would change on this one

Releases will be throughout 2022

Thanks Mo.

While I look forward to the 2022 models, I have to say, this model is already so perfect that I can't imagine the 2022 models being any better...

Could it possibly become 40mm? Might there be a model with numerals on the dial? Probably not, but soon we shall see.

It’s perfect the way it is (especially after you get the AP tool that helps in the winding and date setting processes).

An older shot here of said AP tool

Or spend an incredible amount of money, you really need an established relationship with a boutique.

Would you update the movement to be a quickset? As you pointed out, you need a special tool to wind / set the date with the crown.

And What about this watch in full cermet, or at least with the bezel?

But this remains the ultimate icon.

Cheers

Peter

It goes with the charm of that particular Royal Oak.
But why not update it? Perhaps they will use a newer in-house movement that offers a quickset date.
Cermet, absolutely. For all the criticism of AP doing too many versions of things, they have mostly always kept the reigns on this reference. Let her breathe, I say!

Sometimes the quirks and features add to the charm and uniqueness of this model. I guess it’s more important to keep with the original base movement and it’s features.

Amazing still that anything that is 50 years older looks so classic and timeless…whereas in the area of Rolex there have been moderate changes to models like the Sub (crystal, bezel, materials, dimensions, etc), the Royal Oak seems to be pretty close to the original. Maybe that’s why it has been so successful!

Cheers

Peter

Although the date adjustment is still better than the 24h non quickset mechanisms it is still a pain to adjust. The 15202 I find is the nicest looking RO but I wouldn’t mind a movement update. Just to be clear it shouldn’t be on the expense of the size and thickness of the watch. That is perfection!

I am fond of the 15300 with the 3120 movement. I do not mind the modest increase to 9.4mm. I like the overall size and the classic white date wheel. I would, however, prefer two hands, though I go back and forth on this.

This opinion is mostly universal.

At this price point they need to strive for perfection

I I think for most wrists, that allows for a very good fitment. But not adjustable on the fly, that is for sure.

VC overseas has a fantastic micro adjust function and now even Lange has. I don’t even want to talk about Rolex Omega Jlc Iwc and Tudor who are in a different price class

Hope all is well your way my Friend

Can not get any better than that.

Great to see you here Jerry! Hope all is great your way

That they will leave the date window behind. And please more green dials

I have had it as well. But I am in no way bothered by the date on this model, especially with the matching color.