Saphire case back RO Chrono?

[Isaksen]

I recently went to a watch fair where i chatted with the people in the AP booth.

I tried the RO Chrono ref. 26320 on and asked why the watch has a solid case back instead of a saphire case back as most other RO models.
The kind woman gave me an explanation on why and added, that AP is currently working on a new caliber for the RO Chrono which will have saphire case back.

Do any of you know anything about this new caliber and a possible saphire case back for the RO Chrono ?

[kb24]

i own an RO Chrono and i too was wondering how come it doesnt have a open saphire case back..

would love to hear insights on it.

[AMCK87]

Originally Posted by kb24

i own an RO Chrono and i too was wondering how come it doesnt have a open saphire case back..

would love to hear insights on it.

It's because the movement is a modified F. Piguet 1185, not an in-house movement. They only use open case backs on watches with fully in-house calibers, like the ROO and 15400.

As far as a new movement being made for the ROC, I've heard those rumors for some time too, but no idea if we'll see it anytime soon. Enjoying my 26320 too much to care!

[benlee]

Yes that is true. AP is working on it's own entirely integrated in-house chrono movement. I was also told of this during my visit to La Brassus. As to when it will be released, no confirmation yet but I will think "soon" which can means Baselworld 2015, fingers crossed.

[mikeceee]

Originally Posted by AMehta87

It's because the movement is a modified F. Piguet 1185, not an in-house movement. They only use open case backs on watches with fully in-house calibers, like the ROO and 15400.

As far as a new movement being made for the ROC, I've heard those rumors for some time too, but no idea if we'll see it anytime soon. Enjoying my 26320 too much to care!

15202 Jumbo would be an exception to this rule though, right?

[MrJ320]

Originally Posted by benlee

Yes that is true. AP is working on it's own entirely integrated in-house chrono movement. I was also told of this during my visit to La Brassus. As to when it will be released, no confirmation yet but I will think "soon" which can means Baselworld 2015, fingers crossed.

Definitely looking forward to seeing this!!

[Sponon]

Originally Posted by benlee

Yes that is true. AP is working on it's own entirely integrated in-house chrono movement. I was also told of this during my visit to La Brassus. As to when it will be released, no confirmation yet but I will think "soon" which can means Baselworld 2015, fingers crossed.

AP usually launch new models at SIHH, in January each year.

[Hairdude1]

Originally Posted by benlee

Yes that is true. AP is working on it's own entirely integrated in-house chrono movement. I was also told of this during my visit to La Brassus. As to when it will be released, no confirmation yet but I will think "soon" which can means Baselworld 2015, fingers crossed.

I am eagerly waiting for this

[Mbbgysam]

Originally Posted by mikeceee

15202 Jumbo would be an exception to this rule though, right?

That's actually a really good point. Is the Jumbo the only exception?

[Sho-nuff]

Originally Posted by AMehta87

It's because the movement is a modified F. Piguet 1185, not an in-house movement. They only use open case backs on watches with fully in-house calibers, like the ROO and 15400.

AP actually has used a sapphire caseback on some models with a non-inhouse movement. Others have mentioned the Jumbo, but the other ones that spring to mind are the Dubail RO Chrono and the Montoya ROO.

[travisb]

Entirely in-house movement is what I've been waiting for in the ROC.
When it happens, I'm in.

[benlee]

Originally Posted by Sponon

AP usually launch new models at SIHH, in January each year.

You are right. Mixed up. Its SIHH

[bayerische]

Originally Posted by travisb

Entirely in-house movement is what I've been waiting for in the ROC.
When it happens, I'm in.

While in-house would be nice the caliber 2385 in the ROC is a great workhorse.

Perhaps more reliable than the in-house ones?



Nice looking too.

[kb24]

waiting for the open case back ROC and kinda wondering y the 15202 has an open case back despite not being in-house..

[Sho-nuff]

Originally Posted by kb24

waiting for the open case back ROC and kinda wondering y the 15202 has an open case back despite not being in-house..

It's a JLC movement, but AP is one of the original co-developers. My recollection is that when AP sold its 40% interest in JLC in 2000, AP acquired the exclusive rights to the movement. The 15202 that was subsequently released that year had an open case back. The regular series jumbo before then always had a solid case back.

[horseco]

Originally Posted by Sho-nuff

It's a JLC movement, but AP is one of the original co-developers. My recollection is that when AP sold its 40% interest in JLC in 2000, AP acquired the exclusive rights to the movement. The 15202 that was subsequently released that year had an open case back. The regular series jumbo before then always had a solid case back.

This is the kind of thing you only can learn on a forum... thank you !!!

[Speed]

Re: the new novelties...I find it hard to swallow paying $23k for a modular chrono movement which is not fully in house.