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I got my first Audemars Piguet Royal Oak from the AP Boutique Unboxing & Review + buying story

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    I got my first Audemars Piguet Royal Oak from the AP Boutique Unboxing & Review + buying story
    Hey guys,
    in this video I am going to show you my new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak that I got from the Audemars Piguet boutique. The watch is incredibly hard to get as you can imagine, but after around a year of patience I finally managed to secure one. The watch is fully made of stainless steel and features a chronograph. Watch the video to learn everything about the features, functions and how I got it.
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Комментарии • 215

  • @dryden0100
    @dryden0100 Год назад +16

    Congratulations on the watch, but it's insane that you have to convince AP that you deserve the watch. It's an AP, not a Bugatti.

  • @OperationNonsense
    @OperationNonsense Год назад +4

    congrats to your new purchase, this is an absolutely stunning piece. you've finally done it my friend, this is the first watch in your collection that actually made me feel jealous.

  • @kaylarefrag
    @kaylarefrag Год назад +5

    Huge congrats! Happy for you. I recently joined the AP family myself, and it's quite a special feeling.

    • @Dranreb865
      @Dranreb865 Год назад

      Clones, 1:1 reps, mirror copies doesn't count.

  • @mattfoss1652
    @mattfoss1652 Год назад +2

    A stunner! You make a good point about the bracelet not having a extension link. Many will tell you a Royal Oak bracelet is impossible to size perfectly with the absence of a extension link. Regardless; wear it in good health.

  • @iAxianguy
    @iAxianguy Год назад +5

    Nice! So lucky! Congratulation! I have been on the waiting list with AP Singapore for nearly 10 years, I am still waiting 😅

  • @gilbertozarate4140
    @gilbertozarate4140 Год назад +1

    Congratulations TDE !! Great watch. Thanks for sharing. Have a great 2023. Greetings from Chile 🇨🇱

  • @MattWakim
    @MattWakim Год назад +5

    Congrats! This is my exact grail watch. I’m happy to see one in the hands of a true Watch enthusiast

  • @niklasmartinsson3719
    @niklasmartinsson3719 Год назад

    This is one of my absolute dream watches, it looks amazing. Congratulations! I'll have me one of these in a few years!

  • @artaudcharles
    @artaudcharles Год назад +4

    Congratulations!
    You truly deserve this glorious timepiece.
    Cheers 🎉

  • @fadyberlon
    @fadyberlon Год назад +2

    The grey dial is gorgeous! Definitely the best one.

  • @m3tek44
    @m3tek44 Год назад +1

    Congrats!!! 38mm is perfect fit for most folks! You certainly deserve it. Happy Holidays to you!

  • @libertyv5426
    @libertyv5426 Год назад

    Congrats! Stunning piece! A grail for many people. I love it. Very happy for you.

  • @michaelfierman3256
    @michaelfierman3256 Год назад +24

    Congratulations Niko! I was thinking of you the other day and was wondering what you were up to watch-wise… and here you are ! Well I think that’s the most beautiful of the dial colors. It looks fantastic on you. That delivery service from your watch vault is over the top. ( poor Archie ). Happy New Year’s 🥂✨

    • @TheDubaiExpat
      @TheDubaiExpat  Год назад +2

      Thank you very much Michael :)! Enjoy the holidays and a happy new year :)!

  • @leec9621
    @leec9621 Год назад +1

    Congrats on your new piece its nice to see it going to the right person a genuine watch lover i am waiting for my gmt pepsi late in the year 2023 i am excited

  • @watchdreamer8991
    @watchdreamer8991 Год назад

    Ich folge Dir nun schon einige Zeit, und wußte die ganze Zeit nicht, daß Du aus Deutschland kommst. Neben Dir habe ich nur noch 2 oder 3 andere RUclipsr, denen ich gerne zuhöre. Du hast 'ne angenehme Stimme und hast irgendwie das Talend stets auf den Punkt zu kommen, bzw. einfach das wirklich Interessante mitzuteilen. Auf jeden Fall Gratulation zu Deiner AP. Da hast Du eine tolle Wahl getroffen. Und dabei hatte ich die Royal Oak nie so wirklich auf dem Radar gehabt. Ich hatte mich früher mehr für AP Dress Watches begeistert. Mir fällt gerade noch so viel ein was ich schreiben könnte, aber das würde den Rahmen sprengen. Ich freue mich auf weitere tolle Videos von Dir.

  • @korbenndallass
    @korbenndallass Год назад +1

    Beautiful watch and nice review. Lovely seeing it come from a place that I recognise. Congratulations and happy new year!

  • @ExitStrategyNow
    @ExitStrategyNow Год назад

    Boah..was eine brutale Uhr zum Jahreswechsel. Herzlichen Glückwunsch und viel Spaß damit 😌

  • @aswinkolliyan1
    @aswinkolliyan1 Год назад +2

    Congrats, always enjoyed watching your videos 👍

  • @bobococktail7591
    @bobococktail7591 Год назад +2

    Congratulations Niko, wear it with good health and happiness .. well done 🙌🏽

  • @sarfaraz185
    @sarfaraz185 Год назад +4

    Congratulations man feeling so happy for you wear it in good health!

  • @robin2thek
    @robin2thek Год назад +1

    Amazing! Great video. Thank you for sharing! Happy new year!

  • @algo2017
    @algo2017 Год назад

    9:00 I always set the watch hands below 3 and 9 markers to prevent potential damage to the date mechanism when changing the date. Automatic watches regardless of the quality can be very delicate especially when it comes to handling the crown/winder.

  • @jessyfavor9593
    @jessyfavor9593 Год назад +3

    So awesome, one of my favorite brands, but I really dislike the new way of trying to purchase a watch writing a letter etc...

  • @jda7499
    @jda7499 Год назад +1

    Congrats Niko 🎉🎉, another level on your watch journey. Its a nice piece. Enjoy ! Rgds JD

  • @marcscholl4133
    @marcscholl4133 Год назад +1

    Mega Video 👍🏼
    Glückwunsch zur ersten AP, die Royal Oak schaut echt super schön aus🙌🏻

  • @davegorman9822
    @davegorman9822 Год назад

    Absolutely stunning 😍 Congratulations my friend !!!

  • @4cds14
    @4cds14 Год назад +1

    Nico congratulations I believe AP will soon announce a Dubai AP house boutique similar to London. I have the 15400OR on the leather strap & am waiting for a 41mm steel chronograph but as you said patience is a virtue. I recently visited AP Boutique while in Abu Dhabi ( The Galleria Mall) & tried on the dark green face & they had quite a few models to try on ( nothing to purchase😂) if you are that way anytime.

  • @jdtoronto11
    @jdtoronto11 Год назад +6

    Just a perfect timepiece all around. I own the Kasparov blue dial (39mm), but prefer this dial and case size a bit more. And they matched the date wheel, finally! Congratulations on this amazing acquisition.

  • @tsma24
    @tsma24 Год назад +1

    I think you have a really great microphone for this kind of "Voice over Vlog/videos. Great content & new addition to the collection

  • @nicklasandersson5782
    @nicklasandersson5782 Год назад +1

    Wow just wow, what a piece of art!

  • @nr1416
    @nr1416 Год назад +4

    Congrats! So glad the Royal Oak was your first AP, I'm curious if they tried to sell you a Off Shore or Code first? I heard it's not in your favor to turn down something from them.

    • @TheDubaiExpat
      @TheDubaiExpat  Год назад +1

      No, I wasn't forced to buy anything else but of course a code or off shore would be easier to score as a first watch.

  • @smart4141
    @smart4141 Год назад +1

    Congratulations Niko on this grand purchase of the APRO Chrono.

  • @NP-yi5vk
    @NP-yi5vk Год назад +4

    Not an AP fan but the smaller size seems to fit perfect. I would never do what you suggested about showing the brand who you are what you do. It is just a watch and there are many better watches on the market. Also now you can buy these on grey market without all the fuss for close to 39$k.
    With market collapse all the nonsense of ADs will change. Can already see it with Rolex ADs who are now calling with watches to sell. 😂

  • @ashwinboodoosingh6314
    @ashwinboodoosingh6314 Год назад +1

    Congratulations! Hard work pays off. I would have liked it to have an exhibition case back

  • @jonathansmith283
    @jonathansmith283 Год назад +1

    that is a fantastic watch . good job.fabulous addition to the group . be safe. ~. JDS/CT

  • @mraymanTube
    @mraymanTube Год назад +1

    Congrats 🍾! Glad you didn’t go for the bigger ones. Looks great on your wrist. Dial contrast is an issue otherwise fantastic. Wear it in good health..

  • @pravinpandya4582
    @pravinpandya4582 Год назад

    Many congratulations, beautiful watch and vlog. Love and respect from Dubai. ❤

  • @zkh95
    @zkh95 Год назад +1

    Bro has my car on his wrist 😅. Congrats on your new purchase. This is my first time seeing this model. It’s beautiful

  • @patriciateague8677
    @patriciateague8677 Год назад +2

    Beautiful! Congratulations!

  • @manishmirchandani5623
    @manishmirchandani5623 Год назад

    Amazing piece! Congratulations

  • @doricohen8415
    @doricohen8415 Год назад +1

    Congratulations man. Wear it in good health! I love my AP’S to the moon and back. Just one thing.. I see you care about not revealing your serial number… but people can clearly see it at 6:12

  • @lukasenegacnik7246
    @lukasenegacnik7246 Год назад +1

    Big congrats, im happy for ya niko....

  • @winstonloke2860
    @winstonloke2860 Год назад +1

    beautiful piece! congrats man.

  • @SonikDethmonkey
    @SonikDethmonkey Год назад +1

    It’s a pity that they covered the caseback! Even though it’s an FP movement it would still be nice to see it. Perfect dimensions on this one.

  • @donald1983
    @donald1983 Год назад +1

    Congrats on your purchase!!

  • @terrariavelocyclistsanyaan4332
    @terrariavelocyclistsanyaan4332 Год назад +1

    Emm that’s rly crazy. That watch doesn’t even cost that much to have such freakin’ protection jeez. Omg in HK on the bus can see royal oaks lol

  • @sc1
    @sc1 Год назад +1

    Awesome watch! And great story. I was just watching your Vault video the other day. The bracelet and case are very reflective. Incredible thin case. You should have given it more 10s. Was this your first choice in dial color?

    • @TheDubaiExpat
      @TheDubaiExpat  Год назад

      Thank you very much S C :)! Actually my first color choice was the blue dial, but it seems like that one was too difficult to get. Still super happy with the fifty shades of grey :)

  • @cedricspies6293
    @cedricspies6293 Год назад +2

    Congratulations My dear Niko this one is a beauty congratulations for this great level on your watches collection i'm loving this one. About the relationship with AD with mine are very strong and since november i was added some great piece in my collection one beautiful nivada from 1965 a lip T24 Churchill and a wonderful vintage certina

  • @allen9584
    @allen9584 Год назад

    This watch is amazing, im so happy for you

  • @charlestillery6327
    @charlestillery6327 Год назад +1

    WoW, i don't have one, but i will shop the next visit in Dubai, very nice, timepiece, im sure you will enjoy.

  • @mohamedimohd
    @mohamedimohd Год назад +1

    Exceptional watch! Congratulations!!

  • @altamashkhateeb6824
    @altamashkhateeb6824 Год назад +2

    That’s Awesome 🎉
    Congratulations

  • @whodeycinbengals
    @whodeycinbengals Год назад

    Wow that is a dream watch. I truly love to see a mechanical chrono in a 38mm case and 10 mm thickness. I really wish the more affordable watch brands would go back to producing the smaller cased mechanical chronos like this, because most of all of them are 40-44 mm with 15 mil thickness, and that’s just way too large.

  • @kenchua829
    @kenchua829 Год назад +5

    V nice video.. can’t wait to see ur collection.

    • @TheDubaiExpat
      @TheDubaiExpat  Год назад +2

      Hopefully soon on the channel :)!

    • @kenchua829
      @kenchua829 Год назад

      I feel motivated to work harder after seeing ur collection reviews.

  • @MagnumGhandourOfficial
    @MagnumGhandourOfficial 2 месяца назад

    Congratulations! I’m trying to get my hands on an AP from the boutique in Dubai. Hopefully works out :P

  • @gregsaga682
    @gregsaga682 Год назад +2

    Congratulations Niko. Amazing watch. Unfortunately my experience with AP is disappointing. My local AD doesn’t get AP anymore and the online contact with Paris Boutique is very negative. I guess you have to live near the few AP boutiques to have a chance to purchase their watches. I will have to stick with Rolex and Patek.

    • @TheDubaiExpat
      @TheDubaiExpat  Год назад

      I am sorry for your experience Greg but at least you have Rolex and Patek. Patek is basically impossible to get for anyone in Dubai

  • @DecemberNames
    @DecemberNames Год назад +1

    Thank you for another great video

  • @saucemac8384
    @saucemac8384 Год назад +1

    Gorgeous piece, enjoy!

  • @jact12
    @jact12 Год назад +2

    Congrats on your pickup! This is the same model (previous version) that I got allocated by AP. One of the best looking watch in my opinion.

  • @alexandera.2142
    @alexandera.2142 Год назад +1

    How long did you have to wait?

  • @Alex_Fung
    @Alex_Fung Год назад +2

    HOLY SHIT! congrats 🍻🥳

  • @drshahid1007
    @drshahid1007 Год назад

    Awesome👏🏻 . Congratulations 🎊

  • @zeharbhai090
    @zeharbhai090 Год назад

    This is called "perfect and detail video"😊

  • @carrera3.262
    @carrera3.262 Год назад +5

    Honestly have not been a fan of AP for a while but I have to say the look and dimensions are spot on. Wear it in good health!

  • @vincebookwood1934
    @vincebookwood1934 Год назад +1

    Glückwunsch zur Grailwatch, sei dir von Herzen gegönnt 🙏. Meine Uhrenreise hat jetzt mit einer Black Bay mit blauer Lünette begonnen, mal schauen wann der Konzi wegen der Krone anruft. 👍🏽💪🏽

    • @TheDubaiExpat
      @TheDubaiExpat  Год назад +1

      Nice, alles gute und hoffentlich kommt die Krone bald :)!

  • @Sigrafix
    @Sigrafix Год назад

    That is a beautiful timepiece, definitely something I'd love to own.. Lol. Congratulations.

  • @AuraVFX
    @AuraVFX Год назад

    something i can never own but can appreciate

  • @ItsMinarmy
    @ItsMinarmy Год назад +1

    You can sell your Girard-Perregaux now

  • @Reyone13
    @Reyone13 Год назад +200

    That is the most ridiculous criteria for buying something I've ever heard in my entire life. They seriously check to see if you're an "interesting person" with hobbies that "fit" with the brand? And they seriously check where you work and that your career is "successful enough" for them? AND you have to wait months/years while schmoozing them the entire time??? All this for the supposed "honor" of spending your own money on their product??? Screw it, I'll just buy a fake.

    • @NP-yi5vk
      @NP-yi5vk Год назад

      Totally agree - what a bunch of horse shit !

    • @a004
      @a004 Год назад +72

      You had me until you said you'd buy a fake, that's something I can't respect

    • @nicks10
      @nicks10 Год назад

      I agree with everything you said cept buying a fake, I’d rather just get a Grand Seiko or Omega Speedmaster at retail, the fk am I gonna let some idiot salesperson wearing suits judge my life during a 20 minute meeting, the dumbest shit I’ve ever heard of

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 Год назад +6

      @@a004 better to look wealthy than being real wealthy. It takes works to become wealthy.

    • @SonikDethmonkey
      @SonikDethmonkey Год назад +25

      This is why there is a grey market. Some folks just don’t have the time or desire to jump through the ridiculous hoops to impress some random retail employees.

  • @dafyddjones3552
    @dafyddjones3552 Год назад +1

    Congratulations on a beautiful watch

  • @zdruk1
    @zdruk1 Месяц назад

    Love this video

  • @user-mx4mi7sh3w
    @user-mx4mi7sh3w Год назад

    Congratulations, it's amazing watch ⌚️, and you next level.

  • @eugenejohnson7755
    @eugenejohnson7755 Год назад +2

    Congratulations on your purchase. However, I am not a fan of AP. Beside the Royal Oak line, what does AP have? To me, AP is overrated.

  • @berendbmx
    @berendbmx Год назад

    Cool piece lad. What kind of work are you in?

  • @Barnaby_bo
    @Barnaby_bo Год назад

    You can see the hours spent engineering and making that watch, what a machine. How much does it cost to store your possessions in that vault and have them deliver it?
    Also I prefer the old ssshhhhiiiiny box, rather than the new mat one.

  • @Spectraevil
    @Spectraevil Год назад +2

    What a beauty.

  • @faisalguljunejo5902
    @faisalguljunejo5902 Год назад +2

    Congratulations 🎉 dear you really Deserve it

  • @MN-mf2bf
    @MN-mf2bf Год назад +2

    You would almost need to write a motivation letter to apply for one of their watch. How shameful considering their most exclusive models are instant flipped in the secondary market.

  • @WatchesBeAwesome
    @WatchesBeAwesome Год назад +1

    Congratulations!

  • @tomynishka2198
    @tomynishka2198 Год назад +1

    Greetings from Bandung, Indonesia... Congrats!!!!

  • @nikmansol
    @nikmansol Год назад +2

    Enjoy the new watch . A bit underwhelming. When I see it against a Pepsi I wouldn’t pay more for this . I think the color is not doing it a favour. I think an aquanaut pushes it out ouf the park completely if you can find it of course retail.

    • @rinnychor
      @rinnychor Месяц назад

      You are NOT getting an Aquanaut at retail unless you're a special client worthy enough to pull the trigger at that price. You'd have better chance at grey, but you sure as hell ain't getting retail for that Patek.

  • @Thinkaboutit803
    @Thinkaboutit803 Год назад

    Congratulations! Honestly it is so hard to get an AP

  • @affegorilla1299
    @affegorilla1299 Год назад +2

    A bit small in my opinion and 5bar is just not for me! Hope you love it though✌🏻

  • @buzzbatra3
    @buzzbatra3 Год назад +1

    Awesome watch.... WOW!

  • @nemohoes561
    @nemohoes561 Год назад

    Beautiful piece

  • @riktrink
    @riktrink Год назад

    How accurate is AP?

  • @416jr
    @416jr Год назад +6

    Not a fan of this colour way on the watch but if it gets you to get closer to other models you want by all means it’s a beauty !

  • @LovelyMadisonPark
    @LovelyMadisonPark Год назад

    very nice watch. congratulations!

  • @mazfosters186
    @mazfosters186 Год назад

    Check out the dial at the 26minute mark.

  • @JimLecinski
    @JimLecinski Год назад +4

    Congratulations! a truly beautiful timepiece. not to nitpick but I would have expected a $32,000 USD watch to have a nice leather wallet for the warranty card & paperwork...not a thin paper folder the same as a $300 Hamilton. But otherwise wow first class all the way here!

    • @TheRiberiA-Division
      @TheRiberiA-Division Год назад

      I don't know if its just me, but for that price I can't just unsee the 9 o'clock marker being slightly off?

    • @Ish392s
      @Ish392s 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@TheRiberiA-Divisionnoticed that too

  • @kamakhyabarua2601
    @kamakhyabarua2601 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for this review. Would you please guide me to an authentic AP Royal Oak service center. Take care.

  • @ahmedhishamdr8485
    @ahmedhishamdr8485 Год назад

    Gorgeous Watch…the missing part in this particular Watch is the lack of the display case back to show the beautiful movement!

  • @jean-paulmukuna5081
    @jean-paulmukuna5081 Год назад +1

    Félicitations pour ta new tocante. Portes la avec grand coeur.

  • @johnrhodes2367
    @johnrhodes2367 Год назад +1

    The right client for the time piece ?
    Having money in my pocket to buy it should be qualification enough.

  • @HelloWorld-pc2ym
    @HelloWorld-pc2ym Год назад +1

    It's a shame that even you can't buy a open case back AP.

  • @navinverma9448
    @navinverma9448 Год назад +1

    Congratulations.. 👍

  • @booneguy
    @booneguy 7 месяцев назад

    How your AP is so budjet-friendly? Have I understood incorrectly that Royal Oaks cost more than a hundred grand? This piece is so gorgeous.

  • @chrisj2841
    @chrisj2841 Год назад +1

    Bro, we love ur vidoes, but that part that I have to talk to the dealer echoes the bs in media and nobody believes it anyways, the video would have been better without it. Anyways, all the best in 2023, Happy New Year !!!

  • @vinster666
    @vinster666 Год назад

    The only gripe with AP is their service costs. Eye watering

  • @nripendratamang9855
    @nripendratamang9855 Год назад +1

    Congratulations