Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo Wristshots

Ancienne Le Brassus · 2014-05-10T06:07:32Z

Explore the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo's slim profile and enduring appeal through a collector's wristshots and community reflections.

Ancienne Le Brassus

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Ancienne Le Brassus shares his appreciation for the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo, highlighting its slim profile and understated presence. His post emphasizes how the watch's design allows it to be forgotten on the wrist until a glance reveals its sleek beauty, even with unique character marks.

Photos from a few days ago.... on a lazy afternoon.

I love the AP RO's profile, this is what does this watch for me. the slimness, we're all used to 'presense' on the wrist. this is all about forgetting you wear a watch,

and then when you glance at your wrist, you see this sleek beautiful machine.... completely understated, but amazing.

Yes, the previous owner of this beauty will recognize the 'ding' on the lug and the 'italian'-refinished dial

I like it, it gives it character... and reminds me of

Rome every time I think about the dial.

Enjoy,

HAGWE,

Key Points from the Discussion

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo is highly photogenic, with its slimness, sharp angles, and surface finishing making it a captivating subject for photography.
The Royal Oak Jumbo's ability to be forgotten on the wrist until seen, combined with its changing appearance under different light, contributes to its enduring appeal.
The all-steel Royal Oak Jumbo has a unique quality of 'growing on' its owner over time, unlike other watches that might fade in appeal.
The Royal Oak Jumbo is considered by some to be an underrated watch with an almost perpetual, iconic stature.
The presence of 'rainbow loom' rubber bracelets, often made by children, is a shared experience among collectors, adding a personal touch to luxury watch wear.
Custom-made 'sunburst' pattern loom bracelets are suggested as a creative way to personalize watch accessories.

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Bill

May 10, 2014

It mad me relax just looking at the pictures. That model has been on the target list for while. I am sure Nico will be by any minute with his great example. HAGWE Bill

amanico

May 10, 2014

Which makes all its charm. Well seen! Best, Nicolas

MichaelC

May 10, 2014

You do forget this one is on. So comfortable, so perfectly sized and proportioned. Yet, a quick glance reveals the wonderful pleasure of this icon. Thanks for this post, very heartfelt!

APROchrono

May 10, 2014

... Family/friends and an AP. What more could one ask for? Nice looms by the way. I thought I was the only dad made to wear them with my AP. I got my daughter to do a deep blue and orange one to match my ROC :) Enjoy in good health.

JerryW

May 10, 2014

with such a special AP on your wrist. JerryW

Ancienne Le Brassus

May 11, 2014

grows on one.... It took me quite a long time to come back to the all steel RO jumbo. But all other watches always tended to 'fade' after a year or so... this one keeps on growing on me! :) Thanks for your comment, S

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