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ackevinb · 4 June 2015, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by DR.Golf

I too am in the minority. To me the FC is the most interesting of the two. As above this is coming from someone who has spent the time and voted with their wallet. I love mine, of all the pieces I own it is one of the very few that have a no trade clause! I believe if you spend the time and hold both you will be tortured but make the right decision for you. There isn't a wrong answer but please don't decide just by online pics and opinions of those who haven't done the due diligence. Both are special pieces but keep in mind the FC is now the case they have chosen for the tourbillion, why?

Good luck

thx =)

Chary · 10 June 2015, 12:21 PM

Ap fc!!!

zapped · 10 June 2015, 01:42 PM

FC has my vote! Just love it! :)

texex91 · 10 June 2015, 08:43 PM

I've owned with and they are exceptional pieces. The FC has a little more 'pop' to it vs ceramic. Both are super comfortable. I will say though the ceramic goes very stealth and dark on the wrist. That was the reason I sold mine--too mono-tone. Hence, the anthracite would be ideal.

I will say in discussing things with AP last week, they made it VERY clear the ceramic is extremely hard to produce and they MAY discontinue use of it as a case material in the future. They were noncommittal on that however.

My .02.

RUpanerai · 11 June 2015, 06:41 AM

Ceramic is a harder and probably more durable material but what AP does with FC gives it more character than ceramic by a mile in my opinion. I really like the ceramic / FC combination and that would be my vote.

lapince · 11 June 2015, 10:49 AM

only good thing with FC not one look alike, but they are not so resistant, and the looks cooler imo.

Thought of the ceramic diver, discontinued, less than 600 made i get mine in 14 days, so excited..

Left wrist · 11 June 2015, 02:54 PM

love the ceramic...

travisb · 11 June 2015, 10:50 PM

For daily wear, the ceramic will hold up better.
I don't wear my Alinghi Team that often so the FC finishing still looks new but i've seen examples where the edges can become slightly rounded after long term wear.

masterserg · 12 June 2015, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by lapince

only good thing with FC not one look alike, but they are not so resistant, and the looks cooler imo.

Thought of the ceramic diver, discontinued, less than 600 made i get mine in 14 days, so excited..

"Only good thing" ... that is a strong statement ... but again, coming from you, uninformed rants are the norm. FC is not resistant? Did you ever even see one? Do you even know what are you talking about?

Sometimes, it is better to call oneself to silence.

Demonoid · 12 June 2015, 05:13 AM

I love the FC carbon but the problem is the dial... way to too dark (imho). If it had the ceramic dial... Take my money please!!!

masterserg · 12 June 2015, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by masterserg

"Only good thing" ... that is a strong statement ... but again, coming from you, uninformed rants are the norm. FC is not resistant? Did you ever even see one? Do you even know what are you talking about?

Sometimes, it is better to call oneself to silence.

Pls. accept my apologies. I shouldn't get upset.

Demonoid · 12 June 2015, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by masterserg

Pls. accept my apologies. I shouldn't get upset.

You were venting... Its ok.

But we have to admit the forged carbon is gorgeous. Saw it yesterday up close and personal. Sorry fro the bad pic.

HL65 · 12 June 2015, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by masterserg

"Only good thing" ... that is a strong statement ... but again, coming from you, uninformed rants are the norm. FC is not resistant? Did you ever even see one? Do you even know what are you talking about?

Sometimes, it is better to call oneself to silence.

Beautiful and great shots!

masterserg · 12 June 2015, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by HL65

Beautiful and great shots!

Thank you Ken! FC remains one of my favorite materials.

Muzz · 12 June 2015, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterserg

"Only good thing" ... that is a strong statement ... but again, coming from you, uninformed rants are the norm. FC is not resistant? Did you ever even see one? Do you even know what are you talking about?

Sometimes, it is better to call oneself to silence.

Looks awesome!!! Definitely can see the draw to CF!

Marciano490 · 13 June 2015, 03:01 AM

Are we sure the ceramic was discontinued? Met with an AD yesterday who said there are more coming to the states, just in very limited production.

Abdullasaif · 13 June 2015, 05:46 AM

C.E.R.A.M.I.C.! never liked any FC AP models

el1125 · 13 June 2015, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Marciano490

Are we sure the ceramic was discontinued? Met with an AD yesterday who said there are more coming to the states, just in very limited production.

Not discontinued. Saw it yest at boutique

Marciano490 · 13 June 2015, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by el1125

Not discontinued. Saw it yest at boutique

Good to know. Was considering paying an absurd premium for it based on thinking it's discontinued. I think I prefer the look of the FC anyways.

GB-man · 13 June 2015, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Marciano490

Are we sure the ceramic was discontinued? Met with an AD yesterday who said there are more coming to the states, just in very limited production.

The noise was regarding the ceramic divers being discontinued, not the 44s if I recall correct.

conkers · 13 June 2015, 10:27 AM

I hear conflicting reports. Black face ceramic (26402) discontinued, only anthracite one now in production (26405). Some stocks of the black face still around though. The 26402 is not on the website any more as I type this. Not sure whether this is accurate, but this is what I was told.

DECR · 13 June 2015, 10:55 AM

Both beatiful references. Tough to pic one. I believe my choice between this two would be the Ceramic model. I like the dial better.

Regarding how FC cases hold up in time. I have 1.5 years with my FC Diver and it is still in pristine condition. Good as new.

HL65 · 14 June 2015, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Marciano490

Good to know. Was considering paying an absurd premium for it based on thinking it's discontinued. I think I prefer the look of the FC anyways.

They took it off AP website and replaced with new anthracite. Perhaps there are still some out there but as far as I know it is discontinued. Also it was never an easy watch find as the anthracite should also be tough to source.

splitz07 · 15 June 2015, 03:38 AM

I'd go with the ceramic. The AP FCs just look 'dirty' to me. I have a ceramic diver and I love the clean lines and finish.

jjnd08 · 15 June 2015, 06:11 AM

FC. I handled one yesterday. Just an amazing piece.

yyzpam · 15 June 2015, 10:19 AM

I realize that there may not be much love for the FC. I have owned the FC Diver and the steel, RG, and FC Novelty 44 pieces at one time or another.

I still have the FC44, while the others have moved on. I LOVE the wearability and the look of the FC. Just my .02

internetbuyer · 15 June 2015, 02:34 PM

Love both!
Prefer FC more as it is more friendly to the wallet

masterkiller · 15 June 2015, 04:25 PM

Ceramic for me!

15 June 2015, 06:11 AM	#55
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	FC. I handled one yesterday. Just an amazing piece. __________________ ---------------------- Instagram: watchesandchickensandwiches

15 June 2015, 04:25 PM	#58
masterkiller "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sweden Watch: Rolex, AP & PAM... Posts: 1,403	Ceramic for me! __________________ Rolex - SubC... AP - Diver... Panerai - PAM380 Omega - Speedy PRO

10 June 2015, 12:21 PM	#32
Chary Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: 15407ST Posts: 963	Ap fc!!!

10 June 2015, 01:42 PM	#33
zapped "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Adelaide Watch: and learn Posts: 239	FC has my vote! Just love it! :)

10 June 2015, 08:43 PM	#34
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	I've owned with and they are exceptional pieces. The FC has a little more 'pop' to it vs ceramic. Both are super comfortable. I will say though the ceramic goes very stealth and dark on the wrist. That was the reason I sold mine--too mono-tone. Hence, the anthracite would be ideal. I will say in discussing things with AP last week, they made it VERY clear the ceramic is extremely hard to produce and they MAY discontinue use of it as a case material in the future. They were noncommittal on that however. My .02.

11 June 2015, 06:41 AM	#35
RUpanerai "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Brian Location: NJ Watch: Pam Patek Rolex AP Posts: 794	Ceramic is a harder and probably more durable material but what AP does with FC gives it more character than ceramic by a mile in my opinion. I really like the ceramic / FC combination and that would be my vote.

11 June 2015, 10:49 AM	#36
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	only good thing with FC not one look alike, but they are not so resistant, and the looks cooler imo. Thought of the ceramic diver, discontinued, less than 600 made i get mine in 14 days, so excited..

11 June 2015, 02:54 PM	#37
Left wrist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Aaron Location: NYC Watch: AP PATEK PAM ROLEX Posts: 523	love the ceramic...

11 June 2015, 10:50 PM	#38
travisb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,799	For daily wear, the ceramic will hold up better. I don't wear my Alinghi Team that often so the FC finishing still looks new but i've seen examples where the edges can become slightly rounded after long term wear.

12 June 2015, 05:13 AM	#40
Demonoid 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Logan Location: USA Posts: 2,516	I love the FC carbon but the problem is the dial... way to too dark (imho). If it had the ceramic dial... Take my money please!!!

13 June 2015, 03:01 AM	#46
Marciano490 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Boston Posts: 1,431	Are we sure the ceramic was discontinued? Met with an AD yesterday who said there are more coming to the states, just in very limited production.

13 June 2015, 05:46 AM	#47
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	C.E.R.A.M.I.C.! never liked any FC AP models

13 June 2015, 10:27 AM	#51
conkers "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Roger Location: Hong Kong Watch: Too many! Posts: 6,132	I hear conflicting reports. Black face ceramic (26402) discontinued, only anthracite one now in production (26405). Some stocks of the black face still around though. The 26402 is not on the website any more as I type this. Not sure whether this is accurate, but this is what I was told.

13 June 2015, 10:55 AM	#52
DECR "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Diego Location: Mexico Watch: PP,AL&S,AP,Rolex Posts: 825	Both beatiful references. Tough to pic one. I believe my choice between this two would be the Ceramic model. I like the dial better. Regarding how FC cases hold up in time. I have 1.5 years with my FC Diver and it is still in pristine condition. Good as new.

15 June 2015, 03:38 AM	#54
splitz07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Singapore Posts: 18	I'd go with the ceramic. The AP FCs just look 'dirty' to me. I have a ceramic diver and I love the clean lines and finish.

15 June 2015, 10:19 AM	#56
yyzpam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: YYZ Watch: PP AP Rolex PAM Posts: 348	I realize that there may not be much love for the FC. I have owned the FC Diver and the steel, RG, and FC Novelty 44 pieces at one time or another. I still have the FC44, while the others have moved on. I LOVE the wearability and the look of the FC. Just my .02

15 June 2015, 02:34 PM	#57
internetbuyer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: sg Posts: 19	Love both! Prefer FC more as it is more friendly to the wallet

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