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psv · 20 February 2014, 10:17 AM

Serge, it is quite the ride indeed. Well done, I say, that is one of my favorite moderns watches bar none. I know we both have a up/down relationship with the DSSD, but I'd happily give mine up for that very watch. It just puts a big fat smile on my face every time I see it! :-)

Many congrats!

masterserg · 20 February 2014, 10:33 AM

I hear you Patrick. So is the DSSD ... but ultimately, this AP puts a bigger smile on my face and makes my heart beat a bit faster! That's what we are after I guess ...

texex91 · 20 February 2014, 01:30 PM

You'll love it Serg! Congrats on that beauty!!

Love the 44mm's!

JUSTROLEXES · 20 February 2014, 01:55 PM

Stunning watch Congrats

masterserg · 20 February 2014, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

That is beautiful!

Question. Does a 44mm AP like that wear like a 44mm Pam since it is on a strap?

I owned the 233 in my time. Another of my all time favorites I wish I could have kept. They wear very differently in my opinion. The 233 felt heavier and tended to move from the center of my wrist. It was uncomfortable after a few hours. The AP rubber strap is on a league of its own. I'd say probably the AP wears a little bigger but flows better around the wrist while the PAM feels more like a triangle (strap / head / strap if that makes any sense).YMMV.

Speed · 20 February 2014, 03:50 PM

Thanks Serg.

I need to try on a 42mm Diver for grins as well. I saw a thread by Dalip with the Diver on Bracelet. I think his wrist may have been my size - 6.5" - and it looked great.

However, I know a 15400 looks big on me...so I fear your watch may feel like a 47MM Pam.

masterserg · 20 February 2014, 04:02 PM

The Diver is such a great design it fits pretty much any wrist. I think the 15400 is trickier and the 26400 wears bigger than the 15400. You don't need a huge wrist to pull it off though ... Mine is 6.75 ... But it has to be flat. Getting the XS strap helps as well.

Speed · 21 February 2014, 12:28 AM

Good to know AP makes small straps. I have got a small Tang buckle strap for my Pam but normally wear regular size OEM deployant straps.

psv · 21 February 2014, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterserg

I hear you Patrick. So is the DSSD ... but ultimately, this AP puts a bigger smile on my face and makes my heart beat a bit faster! That's what we are after I guess ...

That's all we can hope for! :-)

One just have to have the huevos to step up! ;-)

Well done!

masterserg · 21 February 2014, 01:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psv

That's all we can hope for! :-)

One just have to have the huevos to step up! ;-)

Well done!

Indeed! I just wish I can settle down and enjoy now, at least for a while.

masterserg · 21 February 2014, 01:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Good to know AP makes small straps. I have got a small Tang buckle strap for my Pam but normally wear regular size OEM deployant straps.

In fact I was thinking ... this baby wears like a bigger 15400, sort of.

kilyung · 21 February 2014, 01:52 AM

an exceptional looking piece!

masterserg · 21 February 2014, 02:07 AM

Thank you guys! Some heavy weights commenting here ... it makes me happy!

masterserg · 21 February 2014, 02:25 AM

My cell phone sucks, but still ... a cool wrist shot ...

Soly20 · 21 February 2014, 03:00 AM

Very beautiful. Congrats!

SMD · 21 February 2014, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterserg

In fact I was thinking ... this baby wears like a bigger 15400, sort of.

Granted, I have a 7.5" wrist but I found this watch to be more comfortable than my divers. Not sure why, but this felt great with the weight more spread out.

masterserg · 21 February 2014, 06:05 AM

Yeah. I love the weight. You just need to get a good fit with the strap, otherwise the crown will dig into the hand.

travisb · 21 February 2014, 06:28 AM

Congrats Serg! It really looks great! Enjoy!

fkim011 · 21 February 2014, 10:02 AM

David is the man!

He made my transactions incredibly easy for me too!

johnbeth · 21 February 2014, 10:06 AM

Congrats!

El118 · 21 February 2014, 10:12 AM

Congrats to ur new grail.

masterserg · 21 February 2014, 01:32 PM

Bonus: it's been dead on accurate so far! An AP myth debunked?

blcblc · 22 February 2014, 01:32 AM

very nice! congrats

incontrol · 22 February 2014, 04:41 AM

Congrats on a beautiful watch! One of my favorite ROO!

craniotes · 22 February 2014, 05:25 AM

Ain't nothing wrong with moving the DSSD for this beauty. Hell, I moved my DSSD to help fund my Jumbo, so, trust me, I know where you're coming from. Remember, AP>Rolex. Always.

Of course, the good thing about the DSSD is that there's always another one around the corner for when you're ready to reacquire said beastie. In the meantime, however, enjoy that 44mm ROO!

Regards,
Adam

PS - It took me a couple of years, but yes, another DSSD -- with a proper Mk I dial -- is back in the Craniotes stable. Something tells me you're not gonna wait quite so long... ;-)

masterserg · 22 February 2014, 06:17 AM

Thank you all!

Quote:

Originally Posted by craniotes

PS - It took me a couple of years, but yes, another DSSD -- with a proper Mk I dial -- is back in the Craniotes stable. Something tells me you're not gonna wait quite so long... ;-)

MK I is the way to go!! Congrats!! It'll pair nicely with that FC Diver of yours! The DSSD is my second favorite watch ... after the 44.

In my case it is going to be a long while until I add something new though ... if I want to stay married that is

Ticking_Sonata · 22 February 2014, 06:14 PM

congratss

thinking to get it before finally bought my panda. too bad it is too big for me :thumbdown:

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sea-dweller · 24 February 2014, 03:04 AM

Congrats!

jmusser3r · 24 February 2014, 03:14 AM

Wow these pics make me wonder if I like the 42mm Panda or this version of the Panda better. That dial on the rubber strap is excellent!

lmcgbaj · 24 February 2014, 04:54 AM

Very cool.

20 February 2014, 10:33 AM	#32
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	I hear you Patrick. So is the DSSD ... but ultimately, this AP puts a bigger smile on my face and makes my heart beat a bit faster! That's what we are after I guess ... __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

20 February 2014, 01:55 PM	#34
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2025 ? Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 51,526	Stunning watch Congrats __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

20 February 2014, 04:02 PM	#37
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	The Diver is such a great design it fits pretty much any wrist. I think the 15400 is trickier and the 26400 wears bigger than the 15400. You don't need a huge wrist to pull it off though ... Mine is 6.75 ... But it has to be flat. Getting the XS strap helps as well. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

21 February 2014, 12:28 AM	#38
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,740	Incoming! A True Stunner! Good to know AP makes small straps. I have got a small Tang buckle strap for my Pam but normally wear regular size OEM deployant straps.

21 February 2014, 02:07 AM	#43
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	Thank you guys! Some heavy weights commenting here ... it makes me happy! __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

20 February 2014, 10:17 AM	#31
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,077	Serge, it is quite the ride indeed. Well done, I say, that is one of my favorite moderns watches bar none. I know we both have a up/down relationship with the DSSD, but I'd happily give mine up for that very watch. It just puts a big fat smile on my face every time I see it! :-) Many congrats!

20 February 2014, 01:30 PM	#33
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	You'll love it Serg! Congrats on that beauty!! Love the 44mm's!

20 February 2014, 03:50 PM	#36
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,740	Thanks Serg. I need to try on a 42mm Diver for grins as well. I saw a thread by Dalip with the Diver on Bracelet. I think his wrist may have been my size - 6.5" - and it looked great. However, I know a 15400 looks big on me...so I fear your watch may feel like a 47MM Pam.

21 February 2014, 01:52 AM	#42
kilyung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,950	an exceptional looking piece!

21 February 2014, 02:25 AM	#44
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	My cell phone sucks, but still ... a cool wrist shot ... __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

21 February 2014, 03:00 AM	#45
Soly20 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Soly Location: UK/US Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 3,089	Very beautiful. Congrats!

21 February 2014, 06:05 AM	#47
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	Yeah. I love the weight. You just need to get a good fit with the strap, otherwise the crown will dig into the hand. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

21 February 2014, 06:28 AM	#48
travisb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,806	Congrats Serg! It really looks great! Enjoy!

21 February 2014, 10:02 AM	#49
fkim011 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Frank Location: Irvine Watch: PP 5164R Posts: 245	David is the man! He made my transactions incredibly easy for me too!

21 February 2014, 10:06 AM	#50
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	Congrats!

21 February 2014, 10:12 AM	#51
El118 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Malaysia Posts: 91	Congrats to ur new grail. __________________ A Lange & Sohne Langematik Perpetual / Audemars Piguet ROO Rubberclad Black dial / Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15300 / Vacheron Constantin Malte Grand Classiq / Rolex Datejust / JLC Reverso Day n Nite

21 February 2014, 01:32 PM	#52
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	Bonus: it's been dead on accurate so far! An AP myth debunked? __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

22 February 2014, 01:32 AM	#53
blcblc "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Somewhere Posts: 2,306	very nice! congrats

22 February 2014, 04:41 AM	#54
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	Congrats on a beautiful watch! One of my favorite ROO! __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

22 February 2014, 05:25 AM	#55
craniotes Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Ad Rock Location: Manhattan Posts: 621	Ain't nothing wrong with moving the DSSD for this beauty. Hell, I moved my DSSD to help fund my Jumbo, so, trust me, I know where you're coming from. Remember, AP>Rolex. Always. Of course, the good thing about the DSSD is that there's always another one around the corner for when you're ready to reacquire said beastie. In the meantime, however, enjoy that 44mm ROO! Regards, Adam PS - It took me a couple of years, but yes, another DSSD -- with a proper Mk I dial -- is back in the Craniotes stable. Something tells me you're not gonna wait quite so long... ;-)

22 February 2014, 06:14 PM	#57
Ticking_Sonata "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: mon Location: earth Posts: 670	congratss thinking to get it before finally bought my panda. too bad it is too big for me :thumbdown: Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk

24 February 2014, 03:04 AM	#58
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Congrats!

24 February 2014, 03:14 AM	#59
jmusser3r "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Jon Location: Iowa Posts: 288	Wow these pics make me wonder if I like the 42mm Panda or this version of the Panda better. That dial on the rubber strap is excellent!

24 February 2014, 04:54 AM	#60
lmcgbaj "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: G Location: Canada Watch: es are FUN!!! Posts: 1,979	Very cool.

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