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Patek Philippe · 24 August 2018, 12:41 PM

I have always wanted an AP but afraid it woukd be too big 41 mm. Now, mu friend wants to trade straight up with my daytona white ceramic. The condition of AP ROc is LNIB 2018. However I have a very small wrist 6.2” and I am afraid I would not be able to pull it off.

What do you guys think about this trade?

k1985 · 24 August 2018, 12:45 PM

I have a 6.75” wrist and tried on the 15400 and thought it was a bit big. Just the way the lugs are integrated with the bracelet makes it wear larger than it is in my opinion.

I personally wouldn’t do that trade anyways though. Good luck!

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superstarmar · 24 August 2018, 12:46 PM

I love blue . That said, if it was the black dial
Daytona C it would’ve been much more difficult
to decide. Not a big fan of white dialed watches
generally speaking ... Take some pics and look
to decide if you think it’s worth it .

soundserious · 24 August 2018, 12:47 PM

Your friend is smarter than you.

rebel_1 · 24 August 2018, 12:49 PM

I’d rather have that AP than a SS Daytona C.

t65tampa · 24 August 2018, 12:49 PM

The AP ROC is a beautiful watch, but I can't help but feel like it is more fragile than the Daytona. I won't wear the AP when I'm playing tennis or at the beach. I feel like I can't subject it to the same activities I have no reservations in doing while wearing my Daytona.

If I had to choose between the two, I'd pick Daytona.

imgook · 24 August 2018, 01:15 PM

if that's what you want, go for it!

~JJ · 24 August 2018, 01:19 PM

I own that Daytona and would easily make that swap; however, I don’t see it fitting your wrist. I would stay put.

Patek Philippe · 24 August 2018, 01:21 PM

Thanks everyone for inputs. I will go try at my AD and see how it fits.

904VT · 24 August 2018, 01:25 PM

I don't consider the AP ROC a true in-house. I know it's quality, but at this price range in 2018, not for me. Daytona at MSRP by a Mile and Millie for me

You ought to keep your Daytona and your buddy ought to trade his ROC in on a new Daytona C Oysterflex. It's a win for everyone that way

Also, imho the ROC would not be a good fit on your wrist size.

kauffee · 24 August 2018, 01:44 PM

ROC will be way too big on your wrist. Plus, I’d wait for the ROC to get an updated movement.

WJGESQ · 24 August 2018, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by t65tampa

The AP ROC is a beautiful watch, but I can't help but feel like it is more fragile than the Daytona. I won't wear the AP when I'm playing tennis or at the beach. I feel like I can't subject it to the same activities I have no reservations in doing while wearing my Daytona.

If I had to choose between the two, I'd pick Daytona.

I'd imagine it's quite a bit more fragile. And, it's also way more bland.

uniqueMR · 24 August 2018, 02:07 PM

AP wears big. AP 40mm is more like 42ish. Always add 2/3 mm to AP watches.
With your wrist, no way. It will be huge.
I have 6.75" and tried AP 15400, it was huge. I passed on that watch. Go for 37mm for your wrist. But no trade. Daytona is a keeper.

tom2517 · 24 August 2018, 02:36 PM

Betwee those two, Daytona.

David5807 · 24 August 2018, 02:37 PM

I'd make the trade

strettyend · 24 August 2018, 02:39 PM

I’d have the AP all day over the Daytona but the key is fitment

mickyd329 · 24 August 2018, 03:44 PM

On a list myself for the white Daytona, but the blue ROC is really on another level. It would have been an easy choice, but your wrist size might not be able to pull it off. Try it on first and post some pics.

aproo · 24 August 2018, 05:05 PM

AP the way to go..!

soran · 24 August 2018, 06:01 PM

I voted AP, then I read about your wrist size. I think the Daytona will fit you better.

HK Islandboy · 24 August 2018, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soran

I voted AP, then I read about your wrist size. I think the Daytona will fit you better.

This

For me, AP in a heartbeat, but you may find it wears too large

techniec · 24 August 2018, 07:21 PM

AP for me, to me a watch is more than just a movement, and case, dial and bracelet are just on another level with the ROC ...

Wear the hell out of my 26320 and it's not fragile at all

Cheers,

Pieter

Patek Philippe · 24 August 2018, 07:32 PM

I have tried it. They didint have the steel version though.

1William · 24 August 2018, 08:58 PM

Based on the values and the look an size it would be the AP. I acknowledge the Daytona-C's greatness but enough is enough.

AK797 · 24 August 2018, 09:44 PM

Tough choice for me, I had a ROC and now have a D500 so guess I would keep the Rolex as it is pretty much my beater watch for my PPs and APs.

V25V · 24 August 2018, 10:52 PM

Crazy we are even comparing these two. And the only real reason why is because the hype and inflated prices of a Daytona at near MSRP for the 26331. The 26331 is a superior watch and when you have the two next to each other, it is clear why one is 13K more than the other at retail pricing.

904VT · 24 August 2018, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by V25V

Crazy we are even comparing these two. And the only real reason why is because the hype and inflated prices of a Daytona at near MSRP for the 26331. The 26331 is a superior watch and when you have the two next to each other, it is clear why one is 13K more than the other at retail pricing.

I'd consider the Daytona as much a $12k watch as the 5711 a $30k watch. What they go for at MSRP and what they're worth to many buyers (column-wheel chrono and in-house on the Rolex) is much different. Yeah i get it AP has nice bracelet finishing, but meh not superior, just "Fancier" if you like that sort of thing.

Useful Robustness is what you get from the Daytona and Oyster. Did I just scratch my bracelet on my silk shirt is what you get with the AP

V25V · 25 August 2018, 12:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 904VT

I'd consider the Daytona as much a $12k watch as the 5711 a $30k watch. What they go for at MSRP and what they're worth to many buyers (column-wheel chrono and in-house on the Rolex) is much different. Yeah i get it AP has nice bracelet finishing, but meh not superior, just "Fancier" if you like that sort of thing.

Useful Robustness is what you get from the Daytona and Oyster. Did I just scratch my bracelet on my silk shirt is what you get with the AP

I would not pay over MSRP for either (5711 or Daytona) but reality is, I do not care for the Daytona all that much and do not really understand the hype of it. Nor do I understand the 20K premium for the 5711 in blue..... it is what it is. But I do believe the ROC in person blows away the Daytona in the aesthetic department, which is subjective and we can agree to disagree.

Agree on the durability of the Daytona however and it certainly has its purpose in a collection.

Locust · 25 August 2018, 12:10 AM

Have both. Love both. Two very very different watches. Keep the Daytona.

redsubby · 25 August 2018, 12:22 AM

Easily the Daytona, no way I would make the trade.

Patek Philippe · 25 August 2018, 01:53 AM

Thanks for all the comments and inputs. I think the problem is my wrist is too small for a gorgeous handsome ROC.

Anyway, could anyone tell me why this thread was moved to AP forum? It was first posted in the rolex forum.

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24 August 2018, 12:41 PM	#1
Patek Philippe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Thailand Posts: 179	AP Roc blue vs Daytona ceramic I have always wanted an AP but afraid it woukd be too big 41 mm. Now, mu friend wants to trade straight up with my daytona white ceramic. The condition of AP ROc is LNIB 2018. However I have a very small wrist 6.2” and I am afraid I would not be able to pull it off. What do you guys think about this trade?

24 August 2018, 12:47 PM	#4
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	Your friend is smarter than you. __________________ Instagram: soundsoserious

24 August 2018, 12:49 PM	#5
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,131	I’d rather have that AP than a SS Daytona C. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

24 August 2018, 12:49 PM	#6
t65tampa 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,317	The AP ROC is a beautiful watch, but I can't help but feel like it is more fragile than the Daytona. I won't wear the AP when I'm playing tennis or at the beach. I feel like I can't subject it to the same activities I have no reservations in doing while wearing my Daytona. If I had to choose between the two, I'd pick Daytona. __________________ t65tampa

24 August 2018, 12:45 PM	#2
k1985 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: X Posts: 170	I have a 6.75” wrist and tried on the 15400 and thought it was a bit big. Just the way the lugs are integrated with the bracelet makes it wear larger than it is in my opinion. I personally wouldn’t do that trade anyways though. Good luck! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 August 2018, 12:46 PM	#3
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	I love blue . That said, if it was the black dial Daytona C it would’ve been much more difficult to decide. Not a big fan of white dialed watches generally speaking ... Take some pics and look to decide if you think it’s worth it .

24 August 2018, 01:15 PM	#7
imgook "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Rob Location: Australia Watch: 116500LN White Posts: 886	if that's what you want, go for it!

24 August 2018, 01:19 PM	#8
~JJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Chicago Watch: explorer Posts: 2,325	I own that Daytona and would easily make that swap; however, I don’t see it fitting your wrist. I would stay put.

24 August 2018, 01:21 PM	#9
Patek Philippe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Thailand Posts: 179	Thanks everyone for inputs. I will go try at my AD and see how it fits.

24 August 2018, 01:25 PM	#10
904VT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: All Rolex Posts: 7,024	I don't consider the AP ROC a true in-house. I know it's quality, but at this price range in 2018, not for me. Daytona at MSRP by a Mile and Millie for me You ought to keep your Daytona and your buddy ought to trade his ROC in on a new Daytona C Oysterflex. It's a win for everyone that way Also, imho the ROC would not be a good fit on your wrist size.

24 August 2018, 01:44 PM	#11
kauffee 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,386	ROC will be way too big on your wrist. Plus, I’d wait for the ROC to get an updated movement.

24 August 2018, 02:07 PM	#13
uniqueMR 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,713	AP wears big. AP 40mm is more like 42ish. Always add 2/3 mm to AP watches. With your wrist, no way. It will be huge. I have 6.75" and tried AP 15400, it was huge. I passed on that watch. Go for 37mm for your wrist. But no trade. Daytona is a keeper. __________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss Insta: @theuniquemr

24 August 2018, 02:36 PM	#14
tom2517 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Asia & US Posts: 1,551	Betwee those two, Daytona.

24 August 2018, 02:37 PM	#15
David5807 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,745	I'd make the trade

24 August 2018, 02:39 PM	#16
strettyend "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Miami Posts: 1,732	I’d have the AP all day over the Daytona but the key is fitment __________________ Patek Nautilus 5740G; AP ROC 26315OR; Vacheron Fiftysix; Day Date RG 228235 Olive; Cartier Santos de Cartier Rose Gold

24 August 2018, 03:44 PM	#17
mickyd329 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Socal Watch: AP/PP/Rolex Posts: 2,117	On a list myself for the white Daytona, but the blue ROC is really on another level. It would have been an easy choice, but your wrist size might not be able to pull it off. Try it on first and post some pics. __________________ PP 5205G-013/ PP 5212A / AP 26240CE / AP 15416CE /26574 st QP/ AP 50th 16202st /AP 15500st Black / AP 26405CE / AP 77350CE / AP 15551st / AP 67540sk / Rolex 116500 Panda / Rolex 126710 BLRO / Rolex 126610LV Green / Rolex 16570 Black/ Rolex 116300 Blue / Rolex 126710 BLNR / Rolex 126710 GRNR

24 August 2018, 05:05 PM	#18
aproo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: USA Posts: 427	AP the way to go..!

24 August 2018, 06:01 PM	#19
soran "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: wait list Watch: Daytona Posts: 551	I voted AP, then I read about your wrist size. I think the Daytona will fit you better.

24 August 2018, 07:21 PM	#21
techniec "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Pieter Location: Amsterdam Watch: Datograph / 5270G Posts: 12	AP for me, to me a watch is more than just a movement, and case, dial and bracelet are just on another level with the ROC ... Wear the hell out of my 26320 and it's not fragile at all Cheers, Pieter Attached Images

24 August 2018, 07:32 PM	#22
Patek Philippe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Thailand Posts: 179	I have tried it. They didint have the steel version though.

24 August 2018, 08:58 PM	#23
1William 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 48,602	Based on the values and the look an size it would be the AP. I acknowledge the Daytona-C's greatness but enough is enough.

24 August 2018, 09:44 PM	#24
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Tough choice for me, I had a ROC and now have a D500 so guess I would keep the Rolex as it is pretty much my beater watch for my PPs and APs.

24 August 2018, 10:52 PM	#25
V25V "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 4,416	Crazy we are even comparing these two. And the only real reason why is because the hype and inflated prices of a Daytona at near MSRP for the 26331. The 26331 is a superior watch and when you have the two next to each other, it is clear why one is 13K more than the other at retail pricing.

25 August 2018, 12:10 AM	#28
Locust "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: Usa Watch: All Posts: 1,422	Have both. Love both. Two very very different watches. Keep the Daytona.

25 August 2018, 12:22 AM	#29
redsubby "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Henry Location: TW/SoCal Posts: 1,632	Easily the Daytona, no way I would make the trade.

25 August 2018, 01:53 AM	#30
Patek Philippe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Thailand Posts: 179	Thanks for all the comments and inputs. I think the problem is my wrist is too small for a gorgeous handsome ROC. Anyway, could anyone tell me why this thread was moved to AP forum? It was first posted in the rolex forum.

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