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Has the CODE been slept on long enough by enthusiasts?
I am amazed how much the CODEs are being slept on from the enthusiast community. The watch is too complex for mainstream appeal at this time, and that's OK, it's really not for them. From an enthusiasts perspective the CODE is a masterclass in design that innovates on every front.
For almost all of horological history watch design is concerned with the planar 2D perspective of the watch. The CODE is a 4D design requiring a dynamic view of the watch from sweeping angles to really appreciate. The case is finished to an amazingly high level, especially in references that incorporate ceramic elements. The mix of finishing techniques across multiple materials and angles is just breathtaking. It's truly an inversion of the Royal Oak's design language. While the Royal Oak leads with brutal design elements that melt into elegance, the CODE takes the opposite approach leading with a simple elegant framework that unravels to aggressive industrial design. In short the code is a chaotic symphony that requires nuance to understand and nuance takes time. I hope more enthusiasts take the time to learn and experience a CODE because it really is one great watch. P.S. I bought my code AFTER being allocated a royal oak ;)
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I do agree. It’s a case you do enjoy wearing and seeing in different positions. And it’s is super confortable.
The perfect dayli IMO. You enjoy the finitions without being afraid to scratch sensitive parts ! Some dials still need improvement but it’s getting there :-) I really like the look of their « mesh » bracelet ! |
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People always say photos don't do a watch justice, or you have to see the watch in person to appreciate it etc... I don't always find this to be true but the CODE is one of the few watches where my wife and I both said "Wow this looks so much better in person." I think the case design is probably my favourite part of the watch.
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Has the CODE been slept on long enough by enthusiasts?
The Code has suffered from 3 things:
- suboptimal dial designs in the first 4 years - being launched just before the COVID watch craze combined with the AP commercial policy of buy a Code first before you even think of getting the RO - design nuances that are not easily “instagramable” I bought the very first blue steel Chrono my AP House received and it is (to me) one of the most attractive Chronograph watches out there. But I think it will take many more years for the watch community to get over the 3 points above. |
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I absolutely love my Code 1159 QP. The rose gold case with blue aventurine dial really pops. It’s a totally different experience on the wrist and in the flesh.
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Has the CODE been slept on long enough by enthusiasts?
Code fan. Own one. Bought after my royal oaks yada yada yada.
This thread is going to turn south fast!! Longest run though so far without the bs and hate so maybe things are looking better ![]() “This guy I know, well I read it in some comments, was forced into buying a code and still hasn’t gotten his ceramic openwork! The worst part is this was during Covid when watches only went up in value and now it’s worth less than retail! The guy was making $80k a year and going through a divorce and it’s just been a disaster ever since he got the code. AP shouldn’t sell watches that don’t go up in value. His wife’s new boyfriend has the code now and he loves it but that’s besides the point.” Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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The original release was rightfully a laughing stock, but it has redeemed itself big time!
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A 4D design requiring "sweeping angles?...? It's a watch not the Pietá... 'll have what you're having please... Make it a double! |
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Well of course, the Pietá doesn't even have flying buttresses or an in house movement.
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They have and continue to do so. It’s an incredible design that will get its day.
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Very underrated comment. Slap one on Kevin hart, piece unique for Tom Brady and John Mayer, and boom. “Problem” (if it is one in AP’s eyes) solved
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![]() As an owner of two Codes, I am [partially] kidding, but it does look like a missed opportunity by AP. |
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Best AP piece unique, IMO (from chronopeace on IG):
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The issue with the Code is likely that it would not get noticed as much courtside, or on the red carpet, etc. because it is round (like almost every Rolex and most PP).
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Code as a new entrant into the horological landscape has to compete on its own merits, not simply rely on history... there, it is lacking vs what is available particularly at its price point...for example, would u really characterize Code as 4d vs Urwerk? how about innovation vs FPJ? or case finishing vs Lange? as a standalone watch, it offers very little new vs competition. There is no identity one could associate with CODE.. like when does Code ever come to mind other than when it is time to beg for 16202?
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any FPJ is impossible to get, that is not the point.. the point is that there is no category that CODE stands out in... there is no aspect of watchmaking where one would say code is best in class.. so why should it be popular?
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What categories does the Rolex GMT stand out in?
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They probably haven't taken off because the dial designs haven't been great, IMO. The only CODEs that I like are the 11.59 QP and Starwheel. They both have interesting designs. If the Chrono code was more like a PP 5170 with Breguet numerals or like the Breitling Premier dials, I think the line would be more popular.
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Similar to lining up 30 people with dive watches and from across the room you could tell which watches were AP Divers, which were JLC dual crowns and then the rest. The point being...a watch can be a great watch without breaking new ground and saying the CODE would be more popular if it had a dial that looked like other watches...is one view I guess. |
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A lot of people say they want something new and then just spring for another Rolex in an Oyster case. |
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