Audemars Piguet

JUMBO

Dear AP Purists,

First I would like to introduce myself a little bit, before asking for any help.....

I love watches a lot and especially Vintage Rolex (proud owner of 6542,5513,1655, 1680....) and Modern / Vintage Patek (proud owner of a 5712.....)

So the question could be "what are you doing here on an AP forum?"

I just turned 40 and one of my dream watch (beside the PP 3700) is the RO Jumbo so I decided to go for the modern Jumbo, I was about to buy a used 15202.

Then I looked at the vintage version A B C series and ..... I felt in love with the vintage version

I think that I can forget about the A-B versions (conditions + prices) then I can look for a C version or the anniversary limited edition...... or stick to the 15202

I do not know which one to choose knowing that I will wear this watch mostly on week end but I need a reliable and not too fragile piece

Thanks for your help

MRS

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I bought 15300

By: dr.kol : August 25th, 2011-09:01

and still will buy 15202. However, I'll wait till next Baselworld as AP might introduce an interesting new Anniversary. However, I think 15202 is close enough the original and a really great watch. Best, Kari

Vintage and Current Jumbos Virtually Identical

By: KenMNYC : August 25th, 2011-11:24

Except for dial colors/layout, bracelet clasp and rotor aesthetics. Either is reliable, if cared for properly. I bought the 15202 because of the white dial, as I have a 3700 with slate/blue. But I owned a vintage model in charcoal years ago. I think the c...

Another very notable difference, though: The Vintage case.

By: amanico : August 25th, 2011-11:28

Which is much thinner than the modern iterations, and which gives this very special look to the Vintage jumbo ( sorry for the redundance ). Without forgetting the AP Logo at 6 and the very desirable thinner tapestry. Best, Nicolas. This message has been e...

Hi, MRS, welcome here, first of all.

By: amanico : August 25th, 2011-11:33

I actually do see what you're doing here, on the AP forum, as it seems that you're a man of impeccable taste, from the list of watches you mentionned. I would say: First go on the vintage, A, B or C, then on the Jubilé, then on the more modern iterations....

Thanks everybody

By: MRS : August 25th, 2011-13:07

dear all thanks a lot for your comments the dial I like the most is the vintage layout so the Jubile might be the best choice (... I am not a big fan of limited series but sometimes ....) now the best part starts ... "the hunt" I promise that I will keep ...

Good luck in your hunting! Can't wait to see the jumbo on your wrist! :-)

By: orangedial : August 25th, 2011-16:53

Best, Wayne

Welcome and best of luck finding a special Jumbo.

By: JerryW : August 25th, 2011-18:32

IMO the Jumbo is the perfect AP. Let us know what you find on your journey to purchase your special AP. JerryW

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By: only5402 : August 25th, 2011-22:03

go for a vintage one compare the dial from these ones (ref 5402) with the 15202 and you will see a difference - that makes the ref 5402 the real deal (AP-Logo at 6 /ore AP-Logo at 12 both more atractive than 15202) and one important thing - I don´t k...