the non-RO AP watches are, which in this case is very good for me as I was able to purchase it at a very favourable price. The finishing of the case is truely top-notch. The sensual feel of this watch is quite different from my two other nice watches, a JLC Reverso Grande GMT and a GP Vintage 1945 Chrono. Not only are they rectangular, they are also fully polished. Both are nicely executed, but the finish is not as complex as AP.