Let me save you some reading if you are in a hurry; I have had this watch for about a week now and I honestly believe this is the best watch in it's class, bar none!
Here is a list of what I find to be the most notable features of this watch:
1- Design: The original Gerald Genta design that was the original Royal Oak stood the test of the time, and those watches are still classics and will remain as such for a long time in my opinion. However by todays standards that watch is more of a dress and formal watch than a sporty piece, so the evolution into the Royal Oak Offshore came about, and I personally love it! The octagonal bezel, the three piece case construction, the elongated base and exposed screws..... all very sporty yet very classy and understated at the same time!
2- The colour combination: The Safari does not have a white or silver dial, more of an off-white cream dial that is perfectly matched by the brown mahogany-like strap. Just an incredibly gorgeous and appealing look that fits everything!
3- Case Finish: I currently own a few nice watches, but none of them even comes close to the grade of finish that can be found on this watch. I am sorry that I do not have my macro lens and light kit to show you guys the level of attention to detail evident on this watch but I would not be able to tell the difference between an AP finish and a Patek finish. The brushed and polished surfaces have a uniformity and sheen that is difficult to explain, but the watch just exudes quality.
4- Dial, hands, and Sapphire: The dial surface has a slight checkered texture that adds interest to the dial without adding complexity, and the layout of the logo, subdials, date, and numerals is just perfect, feels like a very balanced piece! The crystal is excellent and the AR coating seems to be on par with Breitling quality (which is saying something) I do not know what the material they made the hands and numerals out of but it looks like some sort of fine gemstone, like black onyx with silver lining. VERY beautiful and adds to the luxurious feel of the watch.
5- Strap: The search for the best strap is over! AP Straps are nothing short of extraordinary! Up untill now I thought JLC and Breitling made the best straps but compared to this piece of art they feel like they came from a cereal box! The texture, colour, and sheen of the straps shows great care and attention was paid in the choosing of the hides and the production of the straps. The pictures below do not do the strap justice, but I will get better ones when I get back home.
6- IN HOUSE movement: Although there has been some debate on here about this, I can now confirm that the latest two series of Safaris do indeed have the AP fully in house chronograph calibre!!! The only criticism against this watch can now be laid to rest. The older ones had the modified JLC movement, which AP no longer uses.
I guess this sounds more like a love letter than a "review" but I honestly believe this is the best watch to be had under 20K bar none, and I would prefer it to many watches double its value.
Here are some crappy snaps, more to come soon:
Quick one of my other purchase, more pics and a review soon:
I think I officially NEED one now! 
I suggest you dont try one on Driver, lest you spend as many sleepless nights as I have 
