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Black Stainless Steel or Ceramic

abdulkar.im said:
Totally agree, the sports band would be best down the beach.
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Relentless Power said:
Likely not. Mainly sand could be entrapped between the links, clasp and in the fasteners where the links connect. It could be problematic.
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I love my SBSS and the link bracelet is such an awesome statement, it's so sexy and my favorite watch band ever. I'd say get the SBSS with link and then just buy a sports band for beach visits or even the nylon band those are really nice as well.
 
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Relentless Power said:
Likely not. Mainly sand could be entrapped between the links, clasp and in the fasteners where the links connect. It could be problematic.
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Good advice!!
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abdulkar.im said:
Totally agree, the sports band would be best down the beach.
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Another good advice!!
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swarlos said:
I love my SBSS and the link bracelet is such an awesome statement, it's so sexy and my favorite watch band ever. I'd say get the SBSS with link and then just buy a sports band for beach visits or even the nylon band those are really nice as well.
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Another good advice!!
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lionmanpt said:
Hi !

I still cannot decide between these two options for the AW 2:

  1. Space Black Stainless Steel Case with Space Black Link Bracelet
  2. Watch Edition (Ceramic)
My future use of the AW:

  • Day to day use
  • Gym training and outside running and swimming
  • Going to the beach in the summer

What do I value:

  • Longevity
  • Scratch resistance
  • Beauty
I think that the option 1 is the most beautiful , but I am uncertain about scratch resistance (mainly in the gym) and I can afford the price difference.

Can you help me choose ?

Thanks !!
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You have excellent advice from others in this forum. The majority including myself recommend you to get SB SS with SB link bracelet and additional band: sport band to use for gym and beach.
 
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democracyrules said:
Good advice!!
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Another good advice!!
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Another good advice!!
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You have excellent advice from others in this forum. The majority including myself recommend you to get SB SS with SB link bracelet and additional band: sport band to use for gym and beach.
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Thanks for your advises ! Gonna buy todat the AW2 SB SS with SB link bracelet and a sport band for gym and beach use.

A merry christmas for all !
 
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Just got the regular SS myself and wondering if I should have gone with the SBSS. Was worried about scratches on the SBSS that I couldn't polish out. Then again, I got a skin for the SS.
 
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Dodgeman said:
Or the price lol.
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The comment above is totally correct.
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lionmanpt said:
Thanks for your advises ! Gonna buy todat the AW2 SB SS with SB link bracelet and a sport band for gym and beach use.

A merry christmas for all !
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We are so glad to be able to help you out. You would love SBSS like all of us here.it looks more elegant, classy and professional than ceramic.
 
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Dodgeman said:
Or the price lol.
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I already stated that. If you re-read my post, I stated the Edition was pulled due to price point affordability and sluggish sales.

Relentless Power quoted: "The only other Edition was pulled likely due to sales and price point affordability. The Ceramic Edition is far more affordable and practical with the ceramic. 18 Karat gold isn't exactly ideal for fitness, being its a soft metal."
 
lionmanpt said:
Thanks for your advises ! Gonna buy todat the AW2 SB SS with SB link bracelet and a sport band for gym and beach use.

A merry christmas for all !
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Just as an FYI, if you want 38mm, Best Buy is selling the original 38mm space black with link bracelet for $399. New, not refurb.

That's a good deal as the bracelet itself sells for $549. If you decide you do like the watch, you could later on buy a series 2 SBSS with a sport band and 'throw away' the original watch body. You'd still have saved money.

Just an option, but only 38mm.
 
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Arran said:
Just as an FYI, if you want 38mm, Best Buy is selling the original 38mm space black with link bracelet for $399. New, not refurb.

That's a good deal as the bracelet itself sells for $549. If you decide you do like the watch, you could later on buy a series 2 SBSS with a sport band and 'throw away' the original watch body. You'd still have saved money.

Just an option, but only 38mm.
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Thanks for the info ! The fact is that I use the 42mm
 
Arran said:
Just as an FYI, if you want 38mm, Best Buy is selling the original 38mm space black with link bracelet for $399. New, not refurb.

That's a good deal as the bracelet itself sells for $549. If you decide you do like the watch, you could later on buy a series 2 SBSS with a sport band and 'throw away' the original watch body. You'd still have saved money.

Just an option, but only 38mm.
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While back, I actually purchased the stainless 42 mm Apple Watch with the leather loop for $350.00 from Best Buy. One of the best deals I've seen on an Apple Watch to date.
 
Here he is guys !

Thanks for your advises ! Wonderful piece of technology and also of beauty and creativity .

Have a wonderful christmas !

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lionmanpt said:
Here he is guys !

Thanks for your advises ! Wonderful piece of technology and also of beauty and creativity .

Have a wonderful christmas !

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You are very welcome and it is our pleasure to help you. The SSSB is beautiful, sleek and elegant. I understand your feeling, which the same feeling I had when getting it the first time and I still love my watch everyday. We hope you and your family have blessed Christmas and happy new year. Cheers!!!
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h9826790 said:
OK, let count the points.

Day to day use - both are good, but the lighter the better. Not just less weight on your hand, but for the same haptic engine, the lighter watch gives you better vibration. So less chance to miss any notification. (1 point for Edition)

Gym... - again, the lighter the better (1 point for Edition)

Go to beach - a watch with DLC coating should be the better choice (1 point for SBSS)

Longevity - more or less the same, but again, I assume DLC coating can do better (1 point for SBSS)

Scratch resistance - DLC coating should win (1 point for SSBS)

Beauty - that's very personal, I like the white looking of the Edition, but personally I still choose the SBSS because it suit me more on almost any situation. e.g. A very simple analog watch face on the SBSS (with the stock link band), fit almost any formal dressing. On the other hand, a white smart watch may be harder to fit in. (1 point for SBSS).

So......

Edition 2 points
SBSS 4 points

SBSS win!
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Above is excellent analysis!!
 
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Series 2 on the left, Series 0 on the right. The Series 2 is honestly what series 0 should have been!
 

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Relentless Power said:
I already stated that. If you re-read my post, I stated the Edition was pulled due to price point affordability and sluggish sales.

Relentless Power quoted: "The only other Edition was pulled likely due to sales and price point affordability. The Ceramic Edition is far more affordable and practical with the ceramic. 18 Karat gold isn't exactly ideal for fitness, being its a soft metal."
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Ok. I was seconding what you said...
 
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