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Old 15 October 2022, 12:38 AM   #1
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AP House London

Had a visit at AP House London today and saw some exceptional pieces.

Was a great time and the hosts there are wonderful, friendly and knowledgeable. Very pleasant way to start the weekend.







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Old 15 October 2022, 12:44 AM   #2
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What was your impression of the ceramic chrono?
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Old 15 October 2022, 01:37 AM   #3
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What was your impression of the ceramic chrono?

I love it and have asked for it.


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Old 15 October 2022, 01:58 AM   #4
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I love it and have asked for it.


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In London or Singapore?
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Old 15 October 2022, 02:11 AM   #5
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In London or Singapore?

Singapore, home-base.


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Old 15 October 2022, 01:10 AM   #6
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All the heavy hitters, looks like a really good time.
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Old 15 October 2022, 01:56 AM   #7
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Had a visit at AP House London today and saw some exceptional pieces.

Was a great time and the hosts there are wonderful, friendly and knowledgeable. Very pleasant way to start the weekend.
Quite the collection there, very impressive! If you could have walked out with one, which one would it be?
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Old 15 October 2022, 02:10 AM   #8
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Quite the collection there, very impressive! If you could have walked out with one, which one would it be?

The Open Work Tourbillion is another level.

I love the Ceramic Chrono, I am trying to get that.


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Old 15 October 2022, 02:20 AM   #9
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The Open Work Tourbillion is another level.

I love the Ceramic Chrono, I am trying to get that.


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Agreed. Any timeframe given?
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Old 15 October 2022, 02:22 AM   #10
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Agreed. Any timeframe given?

No, not sure if it’s even possible…


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Old 15 October 2022, 02:54 AM   #11
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Good luck, got my eye on that one too. I'll be making a trip to London to try it on
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Old 15 October 2022, 02:09 AM   #12
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The blue looks hideous
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Old 15 October 2022, 02:13 AM   #13
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Great what they showed you, When ive been there I feel they just show me codes LOL
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Old 15 October 2022, 03:10 AM   #14
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Wow some fantastic pieces :-)

AP House is a great place to visit, always wonderful service.
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Old 15 October 2022, 03:52 AM   #15
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That open work seems a bit washed out to me - how was it in person?
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Old 15 October 2022, 03:56 AM   #16
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That open work seems a bit washed out to me - how was it in person?

It’s amazing up close, best w a loupe

From afar, it’s monotone and hard to appreciate its complexity and beauty. It could use some contrast, like the 15407


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Old 15 October 2022, 04:25 AM   #17
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What are the AP "Houses"? How do they differ from the Boutique? There is one in NYC that I could visit.
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Old 15 October 2022, 04:54 AM   #18
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What are the AP "Houses"? How do they differ from the Boutique? There is one in NYC that I could visit.
They are fully AP owned boutiques that have a slightly more social/relaxed atmosphere where it is not a purely transactional traditional watch buying experience. In theory clients should be able to hang out, have a drink, play some games, however, for the time being many are appt only.
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Old 15 October 2022, 04:55 AM   #19
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They are fully AP owned boutiques that have a slightly more social/relaxed atmosphere where it is not a purely transactional traditional watch buying experience. In theory clients should be able to hang out, have a drink, play some games, however, for the time being many are appt only.

Technically, AP House NYC is a JV with Material Good (and it’s the only house I know of that’s a JV) but you nailed it otherwise!


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Old 15 October 2022, 05:47 AM   #20
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Technically, AP House NYC is a JV with Material Good (and it’s the only house I know of that’s a JV) but you nailed it otherwise!


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Good to know! MG dominates the northeast market it appears. Hope to visit them soon.
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Old 15 October 2022, 05:05 AM   #21
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Wears the picture of the blue ceramic? =)

Have fun in London!
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Old 15 October 2022, 01:27 PM   #22
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Wears the picture of the blue ceramic? =)

Have fun in London!

Here is a pic from the boutique in Singapore (from last week).





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Old 16 October 2022, 03:16 AM   #23
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Thanks for sharing. The blue hue looks deeper than the website shots.
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Old 15 October 2022, 05:39 AM   #24
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I was AP House London today too. My wife was down the street amusing herself in a store which bores the pants off of me so fortunately AP made me a cup of coffee and saved me.

I'm glad they took care of you, they are lovely people.
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Old 15 October 2022, 05:41 AM   #25
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Great line-up!!!

I am trying to find what next AP I put on the wishlist. That would have helped ;-)
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Old 15 October 2022, 01:45 PM   #26
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I like the blue... probably more than I should.
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Old 15 October 2022, 03:02 PM   #27
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That blue ceramic is really nice in in person shots. Not sure I liked the marketing shots...

BTW, did you make an appointment through your SA in singapore or just called up the London AP House?
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Old 15 October 2022, 03:45 PM   #28
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That blue ceramic is really nice in in person shots. Not sure I liked the marketing shots...

BTW, did you make an appointment through your SA in singapore or just called up the London AP House?

Through SG.

Noticed you are based in Germany?

Have you been to AP House in Munich? I walked in there last year w/o appt and they were great. Spent a lot of time w a watch maker and had very nice convo.


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Old 15 October 2022, 04:43 PM   #29
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White gold code looks nice from boutique in singapour
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Old 15 October 2022, 05:14 PM   #30
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Great photos and some amazing pieces, thanks for sharing!
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