Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 vs.15400 - Can You Spot The Difference??
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- The AP Royal Oak is a watch that needs no introduction. With it's timeless lines and deep heritage it is a watch that definitely be around for quite some time. There have been a few versions fo the Royal Oak, with the latest being the ref#15500. bThe changes are subtle but add up to a lot when you look closely. One of the biggest but subtle changes that Audemars Piguet did on the 15500 from the 15400 is the dial. The new version is missing the "automatic" writing that is on the 6 o'clock position of the dial. Another big change was that the date window was moved a bit more to the left thus eliminating the small hour indicated that it once had to the right of it. Combine those things with thicker indicators and a matching new second hand counter weight and once you look closely it pretty much looks completely different that the previous 15400. Both watches still remain 41mm however the new 15500 has the new Caliber 4302 that is also used on the CODE 11.599 and related the previous Calibre 3120 with its very familiar gold rotor. This new movement upgrade made the case on the new Royal Oak 15500 a bit thicker. One of my favorite thing about this upgrade is the fact that the new movement is 32mm and gives us so much more to view under that sapphire glass. Power reserve was also raised from 60 hrs to 70hrs for those that care about this type of stuff.
I feel that this is like when they have updated the Rolex Submariner in the sense that how do you make a watch better that already is great. I think that they did a great job. The big question is which one will be worth more in the future. My guess is that the AP 15400 is out of production and may the one that is harder to get and maintain the most for now.
Comment below which one do you like better!
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You raced me to it 😂 just about to put a video out comparing my newly acquired 15500 vs 15202. Well done as always Eric and it would be the 15500 for me!
15400 looks better from the front. 15500 looks better from the back.
I like my watches the way I like my women. From behind
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No question the 15000 looks cleaner and has a nicer caseback, but the 15400 dial is just more balanced... also the watch is not as high. Imo these things are more important than the caseback/movement upgrades.
I agree
That movement on the 15500 is off the chain.. Finally a movement which fits the watch.
Best watch channel by a mile, gets right to the the point, knowledgeable and accurate. Great job Eric keep the content flowing.....👍
Hey erec i love the way how u describe "inconsiderates" interupting your video 😂
For me, the 15400 is much better, thinner, and I actually think the date with the half index is better balanced than without. Can't argue the 15500 looks better on the back, but it"s not a big deal in my opinion.
power reserve needs to get you from 5 PM Friday afternoon to 8 AM Monday morning so when you take off the work watch and put on the weekend play watch it still runs Monday morning. That's 64 hours, so yes 60 to 70 makes a big difference but 70 to 80 not so much.
Interesting
Case and dial design, my vote goes to the 15400, I just like the index on the 15400 better as it carries more weight and the 'automatic' print doesn't bother me at all. Movement design and decoration, my vote goes to 15500 definitely! Thanks Eric, for the lovely video, featuring the beautiful city!
15400 all the way! Much more timeless design. The only "upgrade" was the movement, but the watch is also slightly thicker.
The 15300 is the best AP for me over the 15500 and 15400 (not your 15202 jumbo, of course), original 39mm case so the movement actually fits, AP instead of the 12 o'clock marker, date all the way to the right, and has the "Automatic" on the dial just like the original to balance out the dial...plus the size is absolutely perfect for my wrist and not "oversized" like the newer models...in my opinion the 15300 prices will hold value and go up as it is closer to vintage, less supply made in those days, AND much harder to obtain on any grey market dealer site (try to find one in the US on chrono 24, very difficult)...just like my 997 last year which has only risen in price...btw I'm picking up my black dial Oak tomorrow!
To me the 15400 just looks better everywhere.
15500 reminds me a bit of a TAG...
15500 blue is unobtainable. My local AP shop laughed at me even when I just asked about it, and told me in a direct and frank way that I’d have to wait years to get it...if I can ever get it at all.
That is not true. I found my way without a purchase history.
Had the 15400 but bought the 15500 love the movement and cleaner dial.
Eric I think the 15500 is a great looking watch, but I would go for the 15400 it`s awesome !
And that is a good idea
Any idea how much it’s going for these days? (Grey market)
@@Bonescratcher 45k USD
Oh wow amazing. I miraculously managed to secure one from the authorized dealer back in 2018 for $20k. So that means it’s more than doubled in value
The 15500 looks like a bad replica of the 15400. I sold mine and went back to the endless and perfect design of the 15300.
Lololol
I feel saying it looks like a replica is a bit harsh. Both are nice in their own ways. The huge AP logo at 12 on the 15300 irks me
15400....taken away the wording “automatic” and leave blank looks something missing.
I personally prefer the slimmer, more elegant indices and thinner case of the 15400, but both are still fantastic pieces
15400 is my choice. Look at the rotor through a magnifier......it is made like a perfect coin. The new rotor is a modern technical product. Ok, so the movement is bigger, the watch is less elegant. The new date window......hhmm, also a modern look. BUT: the Oak is a design from 1970. Why all these changes?
Still thinks 15300ST series look the best. Anyone with me?
The 15500 has a upgraded movement. This means enough for an AP. A must - have!
The new caseback is a deal breaker for me👌
I prefer the 15400 on every aspect
15300 is the best one those are a little big especially for your wrist just my opinion
Eric,
I like the dial of the 15400 a little bit better, however, I love the movement of the 15500 a lot better.
A mix would be epic
15400 always!!! I miss the “Automatic”. It balances the dial
I like it also
I have a 15400st and feel the dial looks more balanced due to 'AUTOMATIC' wording and there's just something more appealing about an 'older' royal oak
15500 is the better watch IMHO, maybe because i bought one :)
What I appreciate most from your videos is the firsthand owner’s perspective on watches rather than the usual technical specs.
Hi Eric. The biggest Mistake i made was i selling my 5402 in the mid 90th. Greetings from germany
Waiting every day for the 15500 blue dial call. Nice Video!
Did you get it?
too big for my wrist, 39mm is better for me.
I like more the 15500! But my favorite is the Jumbo Ultra-Thin, for me is the perfect Royal Oak, cleaner and more balanced
The 15202? That’s thin but a big watch still with its face
They only concern is 15400 has 40 gems in movement and in 15500 they lowered it to 32 gems for some reason...
hi Eric.Great video. As most of us know how great Royal Oak is..could you state your opinion about Vacheron?? 56 I'm interested in particular. thanks a lot
Great video! I own the 15400 black dial and it’s gotta be my favorite watch
Love both, but $30k for a steel date only? GTFO. Total ripoff. I'd be a buyer at 18.
IMO the calibre 3120 is too small for the 15400 as can be seen from the date position and the size of the caseback relative to the case. I think the 15300 might be a better long term hold.
15300 dials were not made in-house, and that difference is quite noticeable
15500 for me and all day long… because the looks are great and the movement is outrageous and a big improvement from the previous versions!
Own AP Royal Oak 15400ST grey( anthracite) dial and I love it... dial of new model looks really “ poor” in my eyes .. but it’s only my opinion.... 😂🙏🙏😂
To big for RO. 39mm best !
Nice video mate.
Great video as always. I love the RO line of watches, but always felt the 41mm wore too large due to the case design. 39mm is the optimal size no matter what, even the classic midsized 36mm wears more like the 39mm because of the actual case dimensions around the bezel. My wrist size is nearly 7".
You like what you like.
@@WatchEric classic Eric response. :-)
Hey your a rockstar... people stop and want your pic... congrats .... your a watch superstar.. Cheers
I think the 15400 with the 15500 movement is the best of both worlds!
15500 looks better probably it is due to blue dial. I will probably buy or keep 15400 as it is discontinued. I feel it may hv a better value in the long term
Agreed!
15400 all day long for me.... the open real estate @6 is just that too open for me.
15400, just my opinion! Great video man!
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15300 !! Perfect size. I bit thicker then the jumbo , in a good way, more robust and better for daily use and shortest production out of them all
must be 15400 、 26320/26331(with FP1185)，seems like Daytona(with zenith)、panerai021(with rolex vintage 618 movement)...
15500 for me, like the cleaner dial without ‘automatic’ and the new movement is beautiful and rightly fit.
I prefer the 15500, larger and beautiful movement, better date placement on the dial. The movement in the 15400 is too small for the case IMHO.
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Now it seems small
I like a lot more the 15500. I think 🤔 it’s way better finish but 30k. People are nuts 🥜 right now!
15400 easily better looking, just look at the back of both watches!
15400... Blue dial.
I know the diff. One is dope and the other is pretty dope.
Jajajaja! Yess
1. New wider movement 2. Different position of date 3. Different seconds hand. 4. 15500 is little thicker.
But none of them can be compared with 15300.
Yes, because they are both heads and shoulders above the 15300 in terms of aesthetics and quality.
15400! Great content as always. Would love to see a review on the Patek 5980.
If you had $1,000,000 to spend on a watch collection what watches would you buy?
I was lucky enough to pick up a 15400 at the bottom and opted for the silver/white dial that ended up being discontinued. I've been courted with offers to sell it but it's just such a joy to wear.
Same here, I got my silver dial under retail in 2017.
Hey Eric - I’ve also watched a lot of your videos rating collections of celebrities. Have you even watched the show Ridiculousness. Seems like both Rob and Steelo always have awesome watches on. Have you looked at their combined collection?
Great review as usual! How about a video on best watch to invest in with a USD50-60k budget. Some Patek’s are falling so may be a good opportunity to invest in future winners
What was in the water tho??
I have the 15400 in silver dial. Bought it brand new from the NYC Boutique in 2018. The 3120 movement keeps time to 5 seconds a week!!😳 The rotor on the 3120 is far more intracate than the newer edition 4102 despite its smaller size. The Audermars and Piguet family crests engraved on 22K rose gold makes for the best looking rotor I’ve ever seen. This is why I won’t part with the watch despite its huge after sale value.
The most scary video on TH-cam. Don't drop into water. 15202 the dial is not good. Automatic below the brand name. Usually it is a name of place. Like PP Geneva. 15400 dial is better than 15500. More balance.
ser can i have 30k dolars for my family? because were only farmers here in country of philippines..🙏🙏🇵🇭🇵🇭 ser please help me and my family ser..im begging you ser...please...
Para mi el 15450 de 37mm es el ideal; obviamente 15202 en oro es un sueño
15400 looks better IMO...
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Absolutely beautiful watch, but the core design is flawed. The double sided design with screws means its water resistence is appauling.
Remember kids bring your reps when filming outdoors to avoid theft.
15400
love the 15400 dial i feel like through out years the petina would be better than the 15500
i do wish the 15400 would not have the automatic
Interesting 🤔
15300 for me 😅😅
I found I was distracted by all the Platinum. LOL. I'd probably go 15500 cause its the new bling.
You saw that!
Ahhhh, ok then. I prefer the 15500 now. the date complication has matured, and the revised indices also allow the overall presentation to feel less cluttered.
Great video Eric.
Two very nice watches. BUT that platinum daydate 40 on ur wrist is fire 🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Great video! In my my humble opinion the slightly smaller 15300 is perfection.
I still cant get over the hex screws being slotted. Why? It's an engineering nonsense which puts me right off. Is it just me?
Its a look. A classic look
Question ? What is tje going price for a Rolex Daytona Panda ?
neither.. I think they need to put the the logo at the bottom like the jumbo.. and reduce size to 40 mm.
Eric, do you still have 15400 black or white?
What about that blue dial on a rubber strap ⁉️⁉️⁉️⁉️🤔🤔🤔👍🏽👍🏽
Never liked the automatic on the dial. I'd take the 15500.
You don't pronounce the "s" in Audemars. 🙄Is that a manatee @3:45?
3:44 is that a manatee or a seal in the water? Lol
100% a seal, great eyes to spot that 👍🏻
@@maxlyca230 thats weird cause seals don’t usually come into Miami waters..they usually are on the west coast or in northern colder waters
Its a manatee
@@WatchEric oh wow. Am from London so never seen them before. By the way good video as alway. I bought my 15400 three years ago and luckily got the 15202 from the London boutique this year 🤗
Eric what does the AP 15500st.01 say about you? 😎
waiting time is insane bro wtf, why can't you just roll in and buy it
i think white dial 15400 my favorite watch all time
Cannot even get one at retail 😂
Nothing like showing two watches whose dates don't match.
15500 Grey dial is incredible
Love the grey
I like and had the 38mm 26315, like the chrono better than the 3 hands
Me two
Are the two watches the original and not fake?
400 is better...
You are the man Eric!!Big fan from Norway..👍✌
15400 is the nicer one … harmonic Daily…. 😊 15500 Look to big, empty Daily …. Caseback better but what i am looking for if i wear it 😉
It was helpful.
thank you
A Royal Oak blue dial is my Grail piece! 🙌🏼
Grey 15400.
Audemars Piguet won't do anything to diminish the "Jumbo", so it couldn't offer an improved 39mm or an improved 40 mm, with a mere 1 mm difference. So, it offered a 41 mm that, for almost all people, is too large. 41mm is still too large, but the recent aesthetic changes are a big improvement. The short, fat hour markers and outside track weren't appealing.
I don't mind either. Just get me on the list. 🤦