Audemars Piguet

Hi all,

Anyone know when will the 39mm RO chrono stop to produce?? Web site shows that availability to be confirmed....

Does anyone share your view about the 41mm vs the 39mm RO Chrono?? Will the bigger case still comfortable on your wrist??

Many thanks in advance!!

Regards,

Hans

My understanding was that the new 41mm ROCs would replace the 39mm series, aside from some of the precious case models with diamonds on the bezel and case.

I have not yet tried one on.  Having said that, I am very familiar with the 39mm series and they are tremendously pleasing on the wrist.  I am also a big fan of the triangle marker at 12.  The new 41mm series is part of AP's desire to unite the Royal Oak models.  I suspect they remain quite comfortable.

Are you considering a particular dial or model?

This is my understanding, having spoken with a few ADs. I have also noticed the 39mm models to have reduced availability the past few months. I have the 39mm chrono with white (non contrast) dial, and I prefer both its size, proportions, dial layout and presence to the 41mm, which I consider to be less differentiated from the offshores. The 41mm is still a beautiful watch of course, and all depends on what you believe will work better for you in the long term.

As a long-time Royal Oak fan, I was bit disappointed that AP decided to upsize virtually the entire line-up except for the new 15202. So I bought the new 15202, although that will be the subject of a different post with pics...

Good luck with your decision!

i own both chronos in 39mm and 41mm, to tell u the truth i prefer older size, fits my wrist better more comfortably, the new 41mm chrono looked better on pictures but once i had it on my wrist, it just looked not as well balanced as the 39s, they just basically enlarged the bezel size which looks a lot more bulky and i personally think royal old models should stick to the original design  39mm