nice!

Jan 24, 2010,14:44 PM
 

any idea what is the purpose, function of the 2 openings at 12h and 6h??
Thanks for the great report

Karim

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Live Photos of a very special piece - AP Royal Oak Offshore Tourbillon Chronograph

 
 By: Z3 : January 24th, 2010-14:25
PuristSPro's 2010 SIHH Live Reporting by Z3 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Tourbillon Chronograph in RG (...with Appearances by Two Very Special Guests!) This is the new high complication Offshore introduced this year. The piece is so popular that I c...  

What a great report

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : January 24th, 2010-14:32
the second close up picture of Mr. Genta looking at Royal Oak Offshore Tourbillon Chronograph is just precious I like the Survivor better Best Damian This message has been edited by Ares501 on 2010-01-24 14:33:01

nice!

 
 By: kkhazen : January 24th, 2010-14:44
any idea what is the purpose, function of the 2 openings at 12h and 6h?? Thanks for the great report Karim

Great coverage.

 
 By: JerryW : January 24th, 2010-15:03
I had the pleasure to also meet Mr. Martin Wehrli a few years ago, he seemed to be a very kind and sincere gentleman. He toured our group through the museum with great pride and unlimited knowledge of AP. I really like the fact that Mr. Genta still sports... 

What a stupendous piece!

 
 By: BABKA : January 24th, 2010-15:49
It looks much beefier indeed than the Survivor. This is a superior piece by all standards. Thanks for posting these pics!!!

Cool shot Jon! [nt]

 
 By: BluNotte : January 24th, 2010-16:48
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Beautiful pictures

 
 By: dxboon : January 24th, 2010-18:19
It must have been amazing to speak with Gerald Genta about this watch, and get his thoughts on how his designs have evolved. I love that Mr. Genta is wearing a Royal Oak. It's a wonderful design. For my taste, it is preferable to many of its modern brethr... 

Thanks Daos. I agree it was an interesting experience.

 
 By: Z3 : January 25th, 2010-16:03
The watch that Mr. Genta had one was very beautiful and timeless. It is a good example where "less is more"... I think also they certainly share the same root, it wouldn't be always "fair" to compare the modern offshores (especially the limited editions) ... 

Such a great honor to meet them both...

 
 By: ED209 : January 24th, 2010-20:36
Thanks for the continuing coverage z3. It must have been a great surprise to meet both Mr. Wehrli and Mr. Genta in a private environment to see the new ROO tourbillon chrono. Great pics, thanks for sharing. Regards, ED-209

Wow that must have been a very memorable experience!

 
 By: AnthonyTsai : January 24th, 2010-21:10
I wonder what Mr Genta's feelings are about how the Royal Oak has evolved. Wonder if he's pleased, not so happy, or ambivalent. Cheers, Anthony

Both gentlemen were certainly amused and fascinated...

 
 By: Z3 : January 25th, 2010-15:57
By the ROO novelties in recent years. Honestly, not sure if they liked them... Maybe the brand is getting too carried away "Offshore" from the traditional fine-watch making that AP is well-known for. Jon

oh well

 
 By: 41northpole : January 25th, 2010-14:33
I feel Mr. Gentas face reveals how he thinks the Royal Oak has developed. I may be the only one out here, but I think the Grand Prix is hideous, along with so many of the ROO LEs that have been generated recently. Feel free to flame away, but that is my h... 

No worries, all are allowed, even encouraged, to share their points of view.

 
 By: ThomasM : January 25th, 2010-14:42
As long as you don't try to present YOUR POV as THE ONE. This goes for both pro and con. And no, flames NOT allowed. So which is your favorite of the classics? Cheers, TM

Great post!

 
 By: Davo : January 28th, 2010-21:17
What an incredible looking Offshore.