AP RO Perpetual 41mm

[Pfang56]

Originally Posted by conkers

Thank you kind Sir! How are you finding the Concept split please? I will be taking the plunge on the second iteration i hope as and when it gets released.

Absolutely love it.

After about a year, this is what continues to impress me about this model.

- The curved crystal and case - which "hugs" the wrist and makes the watch absolutely wearable
- the split complication - not only unique, but incredibly melted butter smooth activation. I've activated a Lange Doppel and a 5370 but this one seems to have the tactile sensation of a light iPhone volume button or a blackberry key. Something really special that causes me to activate it for fun!
- the interchangeable straps - really adds to the daily versatility to the watch, and incredibly easy to do. Make sure to get as many colours as possible!
- the incredible details on the case - just a myriad of details and finishes and materials - think Grand Prix details at an elevated level!

The only thing I would have dreamed for is a ceramic bezel! After a summer vacation in Japan on a bare wrist, I don't have any dings or scratches but there would be a little more peace of mind :)

In any case, I am excited for you! I've heard about the next evolution of the Concept and it looks *insane* - keep us posted!!!





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[rjohnston713]

Love seeing them all in one place! My smaller wrist makes me sad that I can't pull off a 41mm or wear these but it also thanks me for the money that can stay in my bank account and not go chasing these insane pieces!

[conkers]

Originally Posted by Pfang56

Absolutely love it.

After about a year, this is what continues to impress me about this model.

- The curved crystal and case - which "hugs" the wrist and makes the watch absolutely wearable
- the split complication - not only unique, but incredibly melted butter smooth activation. I've activated a Lange Doppel and a 5370 but this one seems to have the tactile sensation of a light iPhone volume button or a blackberry key. Something really special that causes me to activate it for fun!
- the interchangeable straps - really adds to the daily versatility to the watch, and incredibly easy to do. Make sure to get as many colours as possible!
- the incredible details on the case - just a myriad of details and finishes and materials - think Grand Prix details at an elevated level!

The only thing I would have dreamed for is a ceramic bezel! After a summer vacation in Japan on a bare wrist, I don't have any dings or scratches but there would be a little more peace of mind :)

In any case, I am excited for you! I've heard about the next evolution of the Concept and it looks *insane* - keep us posted!!!





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Great feedback thanks so much for sharing. I am so glad you are enjoying it. Wearability very close to RM levels but agree the ceramic bezel will be a useful evolution for day to day use.

[edo]

Originally Posted by conkers

Great feedback thanks so much for sharing. I am so glad you are enjoying it. Wearability very close to RM levels but agree the ceramic bezel will be a useful evolution for day to day use.

After all these years and sport models from many brands, RM is still the king of ergonomy of a big sport watch... and they nailed it from the first try...

And what is the next iteration of Concept you speak about? Any info you can share?

[conkers]

Originally Posted by edo

And what is the next iteration of Concept you speak about? Any info you can share?

I don’t know any facts but my feedback was sought at the original launch and my comment was that a bulky and prone watch like a concept needs a ceramic bezel. If they go that route happy to take the plunge.

[edo]

And lets add the last one... JM piece unique...

[Armis]

Originally Posted by edo

And lets add the last one... JM piece unique...

Ah, now a JM version in platinum is next level. I don’t know why it wasn’t released in platinum to begin with given it’s limited numbers, but having this option [sans jewels] would be seriously impressive.

[Armis]

Originally Posted by conkers

I don’t know any facts but my feedback was sought at the original launch and my comment was that a bulky and prone watch like a concept needs a ceramic bezel. If they go that route happy to take the plunge.

Roger, would you expect there would be a future newer version of this with same complications?
Thanks.

[conkers]

Originally Posted by Armis

Roger, would you expect there would be a future newer version of this with same complications?
Thanks.

Absolutely. Surprised it isn’t already out.

[Armis]

Originally Posted by conkers

Absolutely. Surprised it isn’t already out.

Then exciting releases are hopefully on the horizon!

[conkers]

Originally Posted by Armis

Then exciting releases are hopefully on the horizon!

I don’t expect anything earth shattering for the balance of the year given the 150th next year but then I have no inside line and could be totally wrong!

[Steele]

Originally Posted by edo

And lets add the last one... JM piece unique...

This is like staring into space!!! and a HUGE Empty void in my Bank account lol

[Armis]

Originally Posted by conkers

I don’t expect anything earth shattering for the balance of the year given the 150th next year but then I have no inside line and could be totally wrong!

Ah, true, important point nonetheless. Will just need to see what comes.
Thank you.

[edo]

Just to add two more to have them all in one place... there is probably some other piece unique examples that are not seen in a wild but the known ones are all in this thread...

The Ambani 25 piece wedding gift to friends and another piece unique...

[Steele]

Originally Posted by edo

Another take on 41mm vs 39mm models... as 42mm ROO from Rubberclad to first 44mm models was by miles most creative AP ROO period I find the long 39mm QP stretch most creative AP RO period.

With 39 mm QPs we had the best skeleton ever, who isn't in the same camp needs just to turn it and look it from the back, we have the bold two tones, we had the use of the tantalum as a two tone with gold and platinum, tuscan dials, mother of pearl dials, dials without tapiserrie, polished pt bezels...

41mm had the ceramic as new material, but others just until last two models with Travis and JM played it pretty safe...

Facts, I am also a horrible photographer I can’t do these justice