I had one a few years back for a very short period of time. I had a 26400AU (the forged carbon 44mm offshore) at the same exact time and they were just too similar. I ended up trading it for a 15400OR and looking back I wish I had kept it! One of the coolest and rarely seen offshores, enjoy it!
I have been wanting one of these since it was launched a decade ago. It has always been THE Offshore for me; finally the timing worked out and the "right one" came along. It is interesting to read that you felt the forged carbon and the Survivor were too similar -- and I understand what you mean, I think -- but the Survivor has always stood out to me as unlike anything else including any other Offshore. Now the 15400OR is a true beauty! Do you still have that one? Best, respo
The Survivor and Forged Carbon were both black watches with black dials on black rubber straps, so even though the size was different the aesthetic to me always felt the same. I ended up trading the 15400OR and that 44 Forged Carbon for a Rose Gold Grand Prix which was THE offshore that started my love affair with Audemars Piguet and it looks like that maybe on the chopping block soon too!
The Survivor was a polarizing model when it was released, as I recall
By: respo : September 8th, 2018-06:42
I could understand those who intensely disliked the design just as I understood how excited many others, myself included, were by this bold extension of the Offshore line. Thank yo for the kind words. I am flattered to think that I might have swayed your opinion on this piece even a little. All the best, respo
I am grateful to you for all of your patience, information, encouragement and inspiration over the years. I cannot tell you how many times I have looked at your posts and photos of the Survivor -- they have kept the dream alive for me. All the best, respo
You did all the heavy lifting... finding the right sample, and funding it!
By: MichaelC : September 8th, 2018-13:12
This timepiece is a premium and unique offering, I have no doubts the long hunt will prove well worth it for you. I can't recall ever being happier for another member's acquisition, you really deserve this one!