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john11f · 21 April 2011, 04:14 PM

I've got an Audemars 15300ST and I'm thinking of trading it for a Deep Sea. Could this be a clean swap?

bamseladin · 21 April 2011, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by john11f

I've got an Audemars 15300ST and I'm thinking of trading it for a Deep Sea. Could this be a clean swap?

I´ve can take you AP and trade it against my deep sea.

john11f · 21 April 2011, 05:28 PM

So, maybe a daytona would be a better trade?

Polemic · 21 April 2011, 06:22 PM

I would never trade a 15300 for a Rolex.

capote · 21 April 2011, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Polemic

I would never trade a 15300 for a Rolex.

x2

Polemic · 21 April 2011, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by john11f

So, maybe a daytona would be a better trade?

Yes, Daytona would be better, but don't go for it.

KarlFr · 21 April 2011, 07:44 PM

AP RO 15300 is simply fantastic, keep it

travisb · 21 April 2011, 09:01 PM

Yes it could be a clean swap but I personally would not do it.
The 15300 & DS are two VERY different watches as I'm sure you know..

Lion · 21 April 2011, 09:12 PM

Nope...no trade.....keep the AP!!!

PanosI · 21 April 2011, 09:17 PM

Do whatever makes you happy.

Keep in mind that the difference, in size, between the 2 watches is HUGE.

SaddleSC · 21 April 2011, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Polemic

I would never trade a 15300 for a Rolex.

X3 The AP is in a league of it's own.

Kanger · 22 April 2011, 12:11 AM

Not in a million years!!!!!

psv · 22 April 2011, 12:16 AM

AP RO/ROO is one of the most hyped line of watches at the moment, bar none.

I really like the 15300, its historical significance and pedigree but at the same time, it is not a practical sport watch. It is more of an office watch IMO.

It all depends on what you do, what your lifestyle is and even your body type/build. I've owned the Deepsea several times. Sorry, I just can't do it. Too thick, too heavy IMPO. And frankly, they messed up the design (not the engineering). So personally, I wouldn't trade a 15300 for a DSSD.

Watch Professor · 22 April 2011, 12:57 AM

Never!

dalip · 22 April 2011, 12:58 AM

I wouldn't either...

john11f · 22 April 2011, 02:20 AM

Wow. I didn't expect to get this kind of replies specially in a rolex forum. I guess the 15300 speaks for itself.

I'm keeping the watch because of your opinion guys. What a great community!

thewatchguy93 · 22 April 2011, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by john11f

Wow. I didn't expect to get this kind of replies specially in a rolex forum. I guess the 15300 speaks for itself.

I'm keeping the watch because of your opinion guys. What a great community!

Good decision my friend

I wouldnt trade that AP for most

Welcome to the forum

Dino

axjimenez · 22 April 2011, 02:50 AM

Would not do it!

SDDS17 · 22 April 2011, 03:08 AM

Sorry Guys, I am in the minority here!
While I may not trade the AP for the DS, I definitely think the DS is a much better looking, more modern, and a superior watch, regardless of the pricing of the AP!!!

Just saying is all....Love my DeepSea and would never trade for the AP!!!

Wait a minute....Wait....Wait.... OK!!!

Flame suit on......Fire away...

thewatchguy93 · 22 April 2011, 03:14 AM

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Originally Posted by SDDS17

Sorry Guys, I am in the minority here!
While I may not trade the AP for the DS, I definitely think the DS is a much better looking, more modern, and a superior watch, regardless of the pricing of the AP!!!

Just saying is all....Love my DeepSea and would never trade for the AP!!!

Wait a minute....Wait....Wait.... OK!!!

Flame suit on......Fire away...

haha

Its ok man! Everyones entitled to there opinion

Me personally, I would prefer the DSSD also

Dino

Le Chef · 22 April 2011, 03:22 AM

No way! I have a 15300 and what I would do would be to save and add a DSSD or Blancpain Fifty Fathoms or a ROO Diver.

Andrés G · 22 April 2011, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Le Chef

No way! I have a 15300 and what I would do would be to save and add a DSSD or Blancpain Fifty Fathoms or a ROO Diver.

I agree. Keep the 15300 and save for the DSSD.

p_mcgee · 22 April 2011, 04:40 AM

Contrary to many of the opinions above, I traded my 15300 blue dial for a GMT II 16710 (+$2500). I'd do it again. The AP is a beautiful watch, just a little formal & sparkly for me & I never bonded with it. I now wear the GMT almost every day. I do miss the 60 hour power reserve and that watch was extremely comfortable, but for me the GMT is more of a daily wearer.

I don't really buy the argument about the 15300 pedigree. The Gerald Genta designed original from the 1970s was actually the Jumbo (thinner & with no seconds hand). The looks are similar but the 15300 is blockier and feels completely different on the wrist.

psv · 22 April 2011, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by p_mcgee

Contrary to many of the opinions above, I traded my 15300 blue dial for a GMT II 16710 (+$2500). I'd do it again. The AP is a beautiful watch, just a little formal & sparkly for me & I never bonded with it. I now wear the GMT almost every day. I do miss the 60 hour power reserve and that watch was extremely comfortable, but for me the GMT is more of a daily wearer.

I don't really buy the argument about the 15300 pedigree. The Gerald Genta designed original from the 1970s was actually the Jumbo (thinner & with no seconds hand). The looks are similar but the 15300 is blockier and feels completely different on the wrist.

I completely agree with this assessment. No point of owning a AP 15300 "just because" or because it is fancier than Rolex. I just wouldn't trade one for a DSSD.

wisguy · 22 April 2011, 01:37 PM

In my mind the AP is a much better watch and much more desirable, but if you wanna trade it, do so by all means.

I wouldn't though....

kilyung · 22 April 2011, 01:42 PM

My AP 15300 is a keeper.

horseco · 22 April 2011, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by psv

AP RO/ROO is one of the most hyped line of watches at the moment, bar none.

I really like the 15300, its historical significance and pedigree but at the same time, it is not a practical sport watch. It is more of an office watch IMO.

It all depends on what you do, what your lifestyle is and even your body type/build. I've owned the Deepsea several times. Sorry, I just can't do it. Too thick, too heavy IMPO. And frankly, they messed up the design (not the engineering). So personally, I wouldn't trade a 15300 for a DSSD.

I agree 100% on both points...

wisguy · 22 April 2011, 03:28 PM

Do what I did...

Keep the 15300 and add the ROO Diver:

john11f · 22 April 2011, 03:42 PM

but a different variation.

applebook · 22 April 2011, 05:11 PM

I would trade it for a comparable Daytona.

21 April 2011, 04:14 PM	#1
john11f "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Manila Posts: 222	AP 15300ST for a Deep Sea I've got an Audemars 15300ST and I'm thinking of trading it for a Deep Sea. Could this be a clean swap?

21 April 2011, 05:28 PM	#3
john11f "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Manila Posts: 222	I see So, maybe a daytona would be a better trade?

21 April 2011, 09:01 PM	#8
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,402	To answer your question... Yes it could be a clean swap but I personally would not do it. The 15300 & DS are two VERY different watches as I'm sure you know..

21 April 2011, 09:12 PM	#9
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Nope...no trade.....keep the AP!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

22 April 2011, 12:57 AM	#14
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	Never! __________________

21 April 2011, 06:22 PM	#4
Polemic "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Turkey Watch: 116610 LN Posts: 356	I would never trade a 15300 for a Rolex.

21 April 2011, 07:44 PM	#7
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	AP RO 15300 is simply fantastic, keep it

21 April 2011, 09:17 PM	#10
PanosI 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Panos Location: Athens, Greece Watch: 16710 Posts: 8,704	Do whatever makes you happy. Keep in mind that the difference, in size, between the 2 watches is HUGE.

22 April 2011, 12:11 AM	#12
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	Not in a million years!!!!!

22 April 2011, 12:16 AM	#13
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	AP RO/ROO is one of the most hyped line of watches at the moment, bar none. I really like the 15300, its historical significance and pedigree but at the same time, it is not a practical sport watch. It is more of an office watch IMO. It all depends on what you do, what your lifestyle is and even your body type/build. I've owned the Deepsea several times. Sorry, I just can't do it. Too thick, too heavy IMPO. And frankly, they messed up the design (not the engineering). So personally, I wouldn't trade a 15300 for a DSSD.

22 April 2011, 12:58 AM	#15
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	I wouldn't either... __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

22 April 2011, 02:20 AM	#16
john11f "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Manila Posts: 222	Thank you Wow. I didn't expect to get this kind of replies specially in a rolex forum. I guess the 15300 speaks for itself. I'm keeping the watch because of your opinion guys. What a great community!

22 April 2011, 02:50 AM	#18
axjimenez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Arlington, Va Watch: ALL OF THEM Posts: 1,705	Would not do it! __________________ “It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.” Rolex 114060 Omega SMP 2531.80 Vintage Omega - no idea but dad's watch

22 April 2011, 03:08 AM	#19
SDDS17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Arizona Watch: EXP2-42, DJ2, SMPO Posts: 347	Sorry Guys, I am in the minority here! While I may not trade the AP for the DS, I definitely think the DS is a much better looking, more modern, and a superior watch, regardless of the pricing of the AP!!! Just saying is all....Love my DeepSea and would never trade for the AP!!! Wait a minute....Wait....Wait.... OK!!! Flame suit on......Fire away...

22 April 2011, 03:22 AM	#21
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	No way! I have a 15300 and what I would do would be to save and add a DSSD or Blancpain Fifty Fathoms or a ROO Diver.

22 April 2011, 04:40 AM	#23
p_mcgee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,150	Contrary to many of the opinions above, I traded my 15300 blue dial for a GMT II 16710 (+$2500). I'd do it again. The AP is a beautiful watch, just a little formal & sparkly for me & I never bonded with it. I now wear the GMT almost every day. I do miss the 60 hour power reserve and that watch was extremely comfortable, but for me the GMT is more of a daily wearer. I don't really buy the argument about the 15300 pedigree. The Gerald Genta designed original from the 1970s was actually the Jumbo (thinner & with no seconds hand). The looks are similar but the 15300 is blockier and feels completely different on the wrist.

22 April 2011, 01:37 PM	#25
wisguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 2,406	In my mind the AP is a much better watch and much more desirable, but if you wanna trade it, do so by all means. I wouldn't though.... __________________ 5230G / 5146G / 124060 / BB58 / '59 Constellation

22 April 2011, 01:42 PM	#26
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	My AP 15300 is a keeper.

22 April 2011, 03:28 PM	#28
wisguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 2,406	Do what I did... Keep the 15300 and add the ROO Diver: __________________ 5230G / 5146G / 124060 / BB58 / '59 Constellation

22 April 2011, 03:42 PM	#29
john11f "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Manila Posts: 222	I did! but a different variation.

22 April 2011, 05:11 PM	#30
applebook "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: vancouver Posts: 1,918	I would trade it for a comparable Daytona. __________________

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