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Old 24 September 2014, 10:40 AM   #1
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First AP - Royal Oak 15300
Hey guys, I haven't posted much in the AP sub forum, but have read your posts as I was considering my first AP. I went to my AD and tried on the 15400, but it just didn't feel right - I think it felt a little bigger than what I had hoped for. However, I was able to track down a pre-owned 15300, and the size feels much better. The thickness of the bracelet and heft is taking some time to get used to, as my other sports watches are a pp 5711 and 5167, but the white/silver dial really compliments my predominantly dark dial watch collection. Anyway, if anyone else didn't find the 15400 to be a good fit, I recommend you give the 15300 a try!
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Old 24 September 2014, 10:47 AM   #2
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That's a great collection - agreed on the 15300 being a little more classic sized - looks great on the wrist!
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Old 24 September 2014, 10:51 AM   #3
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Old 24 September 2014, 10:59 AM   #4
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Looks great! Enjoy it.
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Old 24 September 2014, 12:17 PM   #5
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Old 24 September 2014, 12:32 PM   #6
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That's a great collection - agreed on the 15300 being a little more classic sized - looks great on the wrist!
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Old 24 September 2014, 12:33 PM   #7
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Thanks everyone, I'm very pleased with it so far
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Old 24 September 2014, 12:34 PM   #8
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Question - what is the normal interval for a service for this model?
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Old 24 September 2014, 01:27 PM   #9
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Personally, I wouldn't send it in until it stops working within spec. That said...5 years give or take if you want to be cautious.
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Major Congrats!! Enjoy that beauty!
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Old 24 September 2014, 03:48 PM   #11
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Great catch! 15300 is
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Old 24 September 2014, 06:06 PM   #13
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Nice, looks great on your wrist, congrats!!
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Old 24 September 2014, 09:08 PM   #14
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Love it--glad you found one!

My favorite dial for 15300!
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Old 24 September 2014, 10:15 PM   #16
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Congrats , 15300 is a great looking piece
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Great! Big congrats!
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Great catch ! Congrats !
My collection is screaming for a white dial as well !

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Thanks everyone, I appreciate it!
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Old 25 September 2014, 05:16 AM   #22
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Great catch ! Congrats !
My collection is screaming for a white dial as well !
Take your 3 pieces, add an aquanaut and a royal oak, then you'll be set
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Take your 3 pieces, add an aquanaut and a royal oak, then you'll be set

Have mercy ....lol I am in good behavior now. It's tempting...
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Lovely shot, grats!
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Old 25 September 2014, 08:34 AM   #26
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Has anyone tried to put a leather strap on the 15300 with a kit from apbands?
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Awesome watch! Looks fantastic on you! Congrats!
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Yup. Agreed. Perfect!!!
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Old 28 September 2014, 08:51 AM   #30
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Nautilus, Aquanaut, and Royal Oak? Doesn't get much better than that!
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