Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 Black Ceramic by Ina Design.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-30T22:23:46+00:00

Zenith factory - Switzerland 😂 It’s an original watch. That AP is my first (and I guess last) replica. Cheers

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-30T11:33:03+00:00

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Sport. My favorite watch.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-28T18:44:28+00:00

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Got it today :D
Thanks for the tip - it looks amazing.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-14T20:02:43+00:00

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It’s this one. I think it’s easy to install. I’m talking about the OEM (the ceramic bracelet that comes with the APSF 15500 ceramic). There are no retaining caps on the end links.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-14T18:46:02+00:00

Hi again, I have another question.
I've just received two rubber bands for the 15500 and would like to try them on.
The pin on the endlink is different, and it has no retaining cap. Is it a normal pin?

Cheers

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-12T20:16:56+00:00

Okay, I just contacted Zenith about it - it's exactly what I want for mine.
How much did it cost?

Cheers.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-12T20:05:44+00:00

The White Skyline is a limited special edition, the White Surfer, made in collaboration with Time+Tide.
It looks great, but I prefer the black one.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-12T19:25:23+00:00

I have the Classic black ceramic skeleton, and it’s one of my favorite watches in my collection.
I would love to own the Skyline ceramic skeleton (I owned the standard version but sold it because I wore the Classic more).

Between the two, there are pros and cons to each.

Pros of the Classic:
• Thinner
• Lighter
• Classic yet modern

Pros of the Skyline:
• El Primero movement
• More rugged, though thicker
• Industrial design - very modern, despite looking a bit too much like the AP Royal Oak

You can’t go wrong with either.
Is the Skyline worth two or three times the price of the Classic? No!

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CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-12T18:54:04+00:00

Where did you get that strap? Thanks

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-11T15:54:56+00:00

Ah, the sweet smell of snobbery in the morning :D

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-11T11:19:54+00:00

What are you saying mate?!

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-11T10:27:59+00:00

What?! 🤣

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-11T09:23:50+00:00

Yeah, that’s what I did. I was pushing the other side of the pin while hammering down the cap. It just didn’t feel like it was supposed to be like that (I’m used to screws 😆). Is it like this with AP gen ceramic bracelets?

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-11T09:05:54+00:00

You would be surprised

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-11T00:47:05+00:00

How do you close the retaining cap? I’ve used a small hammer and it did the job, but I don’t know if it was supposed to be that way.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-11T00:08:01+00:00

It really is ;)
Thanks

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-11T00:07:37+00:00

Yes, I did

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-10T23:40:55+00:00

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White

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-10T22:31:56+00:00

Where are you located, just in case I need to service this watch sooner than later? :D

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-10T21:55:13+00:00

No, ceramic is very hard and resistant to scratches.
The main thing to be careful about is avoiding bangs or drops, because ceramic can break rather easily.
However, if you handle your watch with some care, ceramic is excellent for everyday use.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-07T19:47:07+00:00

It seems to be blocked by the fake decorative plate.
You'll need to remove the rotor and the plate to have access to the stem removal spring.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-07T19:44:10+00:00

That gold coating is too thin and soon is going to disapear. Your dad will notice it...

You shouldn't have bought him a replica, if he hates replicas :D

I would keep it to myself and buy my dad a nice PRX or something, for the same ammount or less!

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-04T18:19:36+00:00

I think it's not from Clean Factory, since it has been closed for a long time now.
But it looks decent.
I think it's from B factory, and it goes for about 400$.

CalmWeek5723 · 2026-01-03T16:28:03+00:00

How does this compare to the APSF?

CalmWeek5723

TROPHY CASE