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deej · 4 October 2012, 11:51 AM

I have finally lock down on these as my next purchase. Which would be the better choice. Would love to hear your thoughts on the pros and cons of these pieces. TIA.

dddrees · 4 October 2012, 12:00 PM

I have but only two of these.

Frankly, it should be the one you like the most.

caryyee · 4 October 2012, 12:09 PM

There are no downsides to either, both are equally impressive and represent a step up from Rolex.

If both appeal to you, then whatever you buy, you can always buy the other one later!

Have you tried them all on? What is the most comfortable, what grabs you the most?

Plenty of reviews on the 'Net, and literally hundreds of comments on these TRF forums, do a search and you'll have hours of fun reading!

Sam Philip · 4 October 2012, 12:57 PM

15400

FeelingTheBlues · 4 October 2012, 01:19 PM

Oh goodness, that's a tough one...

I think one is just as impressive as the other so I'll have to go with my comrades here and suggest you to try both on and see which one you prefer. I personally prefer most Patek's to AP's but in all honesty the 15300 and 15400 are models I really enjoy admiring, therefore it is hard for me to go with the 5167 all the way...

Good luck with the decision! No matter which one you get I don't think you can make a bad choice.

psv · 4 October 2012, 01:36 PM

Oh, that is a tough one. Ceteris paribus, I must say I slightly prefer the PP Cal 324 because of the 4Hz vs the AP Cal 3120, which e.g. many AP ROO Diver owners know isn't particularly accurate.

Fiery · 5 October 2012, 03:32 AM

As others said, it's a tough one. I'd get the 5167 if I was specifically looking for a rubber strap high-end watch. Any other case, I'd go for the 15300ST, by hunting down a good deal on a NOS/BNIB piece. Even when the 15300 was still an "active" product, you could get one at a nice deal, so now that it's discontinued chances are even better to get its price down. Either way, it would be a much more affordable piece than the 5167. Of course if price is not an issue, then you could put the 5711 into the options as well

BTW, my 15300ST says hi:

(don't be surprised by the proportions ... yes, I have a freakishly thin wrist

)

eric23 · 5 October 2012, 06:57 AM

Hard choice rubber is nice, but the 15300/15400 is nice too.

Puffy · 5 October 2012, 08:18 AM

Both are great.. I've got the 5167 and will likely add a 15300..

Sent from my GT-I9100

psv · 5 October 2012, 01:04 PM

By the way, the right answer is of course neither but rose gold! ;-)

mineral · 5 October 2012, 02:22 PM

I will recommend the 15300. It was discontinued and biggest plus it is ROYAL OAK. every AP fan will love to own at least one of this.

dddrees · 6 October 2012, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by psv

By the way, the right answer is of course neither but rose gold! ;-)

Great looking watch Patrick.

FeelingTheBlues · 6 October 2012, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psv

By the way, the right answer is of course neither but rose gold! ;-)

Oh my sweet goodness gracious!

Amazing Patrick, simply amazing!

highdiver · 6 October 2012, 03:35 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Oh my sweet goodness gracious!

Amazing Patrick, simply amazing!

+1

psv · 6 October 2012, 05:25 AM

I only wish I was smart enough to keep it!!! ;-)

It hurt to much giving patina to that 15300.0R, which is just fact of life with my lifestyle, but man, that is probably one of the sweetest watches I've ever owned, including 5167, 18K Rolex etc.

deej · 6 October 2012, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by psv

By the way, the right answer is of course neither but rose gold! ;-)

Thats indeed a very nice 15300 piece. Definitely a keeper. Ive tried the 15400 from the ad lately. And it does have that wrist presence factor as compared to the subtle 5167. But still need to try the 5167 before making any decisions. Heres me trying the 15400 from the ad.
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herbie911 · 7 October 2012, 06:17 AM

Why not contemplate a 5711? I enjoy wearing this to work today!

brady · 7 October 2012, 01:23 PM

Tough choice, but can't go wrong with either IMO. I started w/ the 5167/1a and recently acquired a 15300 blue dial. The AP feels much sportier to me and seems larger, although I believe it is 1mm smaller. It's hard to describe the feeling of wearing the PP; it's almost like it feels more expensive (if expensive had a feel). The bracelet is so nicely done and the clasp is just fantastic.

I believe the AP goes better w/ my clothing choices (jeans + polo) so I haven't worn the PP much lately. I was thinking tonight that I would order the rubber strap soon to hopefully coax me back into wearing it more frequently.

Good luck either way!

4 October 2012, 11:51 AM	#1
deej "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 344	5167 or 15300/15400 I have finally lock down on these as my next purchase. Which would be the better choice. Would love to hear your thoughts on the pros and cons of these pieces. TIA.

4 October 2012, 12:00 PM	#2
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	I have but only two of these. Frankly, it should be the one you like the most. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

4 October 2012, 01:19 PM	#5
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Oh goodness, that's a tough one... I think one is just as impressive as the other so I'll have to go with my comrades here and suggest you to try both on and see which one you prefer. I personally prefer most Patek's to AP's but in all honesty the 15300 and 15400 are models I really enjoy admiring, therefore it is hard for me to go with the 5167 all the way... Good luck with the decision! No matter which one you get I don't think you can make a bad choice. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

5 October 2012, 03:32 AM	#7
Fiery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Sub-C 116610LN Posts: 2,649	As others said, it's a tough one. I'd get the 5167 if I was specifically looking for a rubber strap high-end watch. Any other case, I'd go for the 15300ST, by hunting down a good deal on a NOS/BNIB piece. Even when the 15300 was still an "active" product, you could get one at a nice deal, so now that it's discontinued chances are even better to get its price down. Either way, it would be a much more affordable piece than the 5167. Of course if price is not an issue, then you could put the 5711 into the options as well BTW, my 15300ST says hi: (don't be surprised by the proportions ... yes, I have a freakishly thin wrist ) __________________ "In an age of obsolescence and gimmickry, this simple classic virtue of a Rolex is indeed a rarity." (Rolex ad from 1974)

5 October 2012, 08:18 AM	#9
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Both are great.. I've got the 5167 and will likely add a 15300.. Sent from my GT-I9100 __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

4 October 2012, 12:09 PM	#3
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	There are no downsides to either, both are equally impressive and represent a step up from Rolex. If both appeal to you, then whatever you buy, you can always buy the other one later! Have you tried them all on? What is the most comfortable, what grabs you the most? Plenty of reviews on the 'Net, and literally hundreds of comments on these TRF forums, do a search and you'll have hours of fun reading!

4 October 2012, 12:57 PM	#4
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	15400

4 October 2012, 01:36 PM	#6
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Oh, that is a tough one. Ceteris paribus, I must say I slightly prefer the PP Cal 324 because of the 4Hz vs the AP Cal 3120, which e.g. many AP ROO Diver owners know isn't particularly accurate.

5 October 2012, 06:57 AM	#8
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Hard choice rubber is nice, but the 15300/15400 is nice too.

5 October 2012, 01:04 PM	#10
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	By the way, the right answer is of course neither but rose gold! ;-)

5 October 2012, 02:22 PM	#11
mineral "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3,670	I will recommend the 15300. It was discontinued and biggest plus it is ROYAL OAK. every AP fan will love to own at least one of this. __________________ Watching date changes every midnight

6 October 2012, 05:25 AM	#15
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	I only wish I was smart enough to keep it!!! ;-) It hurt to much giving patina to that 15300.0R, which is just fact of life with my lifestyle, but man, that is probably one of the sweetest watches I've ever owned, including 5167, 18K Rolex etc.

7 October 2012, 06:17 AM	#17
herbie911 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: united kingdom Posts: 445	Why not contemplate a 5711? I enjoy wearing this to work today!

7 October 2012, 01:23 PM	#18
brady "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Brady Location: San Antonio Watch: yes please Posts: 525	Tough choice, but can't go wrong with either IMO. I started w/ the 5167/1a and recently acquired a 15300 blue dial. The AP feels much sportier to me and seems larger, although I believe it is 1mm smaller. It's hard to describe the feeling of wearing the PP; it's almost like it feels more expensive (if expensive had a feel). The bracelet is so nicely done and the clasp is just fantastic. I believe the AP goes better w/ my clothing choices (jeans + polo) so I haven't worn the PP much lately. I was thinking tonight that I would order the rubber strap soon to hopefully coax me back into wearing it more frequently. Good luck either way!

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