Hands on: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Platinum Grain Dial

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“Tuscany” returns.

Audemars Piguet (AP) just unveiled its new collection for the year, and one of the highlights is a new version of the classic Royal Oak “Jumbo.” Recalling the rare “Tuscan” dials of thirty years ago, the white gold Royal Oak “Jumbo” ultra-thin watch has a grained blue dial.

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From a distance, the new “Jumbo” looks just like a normal Royal Oak, with its white metal case and blue dial. But in the hand, it is obviously different. It’s still slim and elegant thanks to the gold case and bracelet, but surprisingly hefty. Granted, the quintessential Royal Oak is a steel “Jumbo,” but the white gold case makes this feel even more refined and refined.

Then there’s the dial. With its grainy surface, it’s distinctly different from regular Royal Oak – and easily beautiful. The PVD treatment gives it a gorgeous metallic blue color that, combined with the texture, catches the light well.

While it’s not a limited edition, it feels special, mostly because it’s the only platinum “Jumbo” in the catalogue. There’s another white metal “Jumbo” in the collection — a platinum version exclusive to AP Houses — but its green dial feels a bit too stylish. However, this grainy blue dial feels more like a classic.

The standard steel “Jumbo” is already an excellent watch, combining the perfect proportions of the original Royal Oak with excellent calibration. 7121. This white-gold version is arguably even better, with its delicately patterned dial and shiny white-gold case – but at CHF 65,000. It’s a lot of money, but goes well with the “Jumbo” in rose gold or yellow gold, but this one is even more special considering the dial.

“Tuscany”
The grained dial is a departure from the petite guilloché that is synonymous with the Royal Oak, but the embossed dial has historical significance, stemming from the “Tuscan” dials found on some Royal Oak models from the 1980s and 90s.

Although the origin of the moniker has been lost to time, the “Tuscan” dial is said to be the result of hand polishing. Introduced in the early 80’s, the “Tuscany” dial first appeared on AP’s round classic perpetual calendars like ref. 25657, but is now best known as found in the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar like ref. 25820 for example. The dial also appears on the full platinum Royal Oak “Jumbo” ref. The 14802 Jubilee Edition was made exclusively for the model’s 30th anniversary.

Now AP has reproduced the “Tuscany” dial with modern technology. According to the Associated Press, the dial of the new “Jumbo” is stamped to create a “finer, brighter” texture, then PVD-treated to give it a rich blue hue, darker than the dial of the older “Tuscan” . The result is a dark blue grainy surface that shimmers at certain angles.

Other than the texture, the rest of the dial is standard “Jumbo,” with the AP logo printed below 12 o’clock and an applied badge at 6 o’clock. Like other current “Jumbo” models, the date dial on this watch complements the deep blue of the dial.

Historically, the “Tuscany” dial was most commonly found on the white metal models of the Royal Oak, but there were some gold models as well. Thus, the modern grained dial fits nicely into the white gold case. fake watches for sale

This is the only platinum Royal Oak “Jumbo” in the catalog, but is otherwise identical to other “Jumbo” references. 16202 models. The dimensions are classic “Jumbo”, extremely elegant: diameter 39 mm, height 8.1 mm. But the white gold case and bracelet give it a luxurious heft that the steel model doesn’t have, but without the ostentation of the yellow or rose gold models.

Inside is the calibrator. The 7121 debuted last year for the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary. It’s just as thin as its predecessor, but more user-friendly. Carl. The 7121 features a quick-set date, a 55-hour power reserve (longer given the thinness and size), and a full balance bridge for increased stability and shock resistance.

Like all Royal Oak models produced after 2023, the new ‘Jumbo’ features a 22k rose gold standard rotor, rather than the anniversary rotor found on watches made last year.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” ultra-thin
Ref. 16202BC.OO.1240BC.02

Diameter: 39mm
Height: 8.1mm
Material: 18k White Gold
Crystal: Sapphire
Water resistance: 50 meters

Movement: Cal. 7121
Functions: hours, minutes and date
Chain: Automatic
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour (4 Hz)
Power reserve: 55 hours

Strap: 18k white gold folding clasp

Audemars Piguet Launches Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Purple Diamond Watch

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Since its inception in the 1980s, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar watch has continued to evolve, developing a variety of models. Today, the Maison combines precious materials and bold colors with a new boutique-exclusive edition (26598BC.ZZ.1220BC.01). The new watch features a 41 mm 18K white gold case with a purple “Grande Tapisserie” dial and a baguette-cut diamond-set bezel.

The new watch is 41 mm in diameter and 9.5 mm thick. The case is made of 18K white gold and is brushed and polished. It is equipped with an anti-glare sapphire crystal mirror, a screw-in crown and a see-through case back, and has a water resistance of 20 meters. The 18K white gold bezel is fixed with eight hexagonal screws, which is the signature feature of the Royal Oak series. The top surface is inlaid with 32 baguette-cut diamonds, showing luxury.

The purple dial is engraved with “Grande Tapisserie” large grid decoration, with sub-dials of the same tone, as well as 18K white gold three-dimensional hour markers and Royal Oak hands. 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock are respectively equipped with date, moon phase, week and month and leap year displays, with a balanced layout and clear and easy to read. A central hand with a triangular arrow combines with numerals on the outer edge to indicate the current week number. If it is continuously wound, the perpetual calendar function does not require manual correction until 2100.

Through the see-through case back, you can appreciate the built-in Caliber 5134 movement. The movement is assembled from 374 parts, only 4.3mm thick, contains 38 jewels, has a vibration frequency of 19,800 vibrations per hour (2.75 Hz), is equipped with a 22K gold skeleton rotor, and can provide a 40-hour power reserve. At the same time, the Caliber 5134 movement is also decorated with exquisite Geneva patterns and fish scale patterns.

The watch comes with an 18K white gold bracelet with an AP folding clasp. Additionally, it comes with a black rubber strap and a purple rubber strap.

Audemars Piguet ROYAL OAK JUMBO EXTRA-THIN 16202ST
The Royal Oak, the first of its kind in luxury sports watches, turns 50 this year, and for that reason alone, it deserves a spot on this list. It remains one of the most powerful designs in watchmaking history, penned by the late Gerald Genta in 1972. We all wonder what happens when AP announces that the 15202 will be discontinued. Well, it turns out that the new Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin 16202ST is pretty faithful to its origins. The biggest change is the introduction of a new movement (with a special rotor only on its anniversary). The exterior changes are very subtle, with fine exterior touches here and there. But most importantly, it’s still what a Royal Oak should be.

39 mm stainless steel case, octagonal bezel – “Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50” petite checkered dial – white gold applied indexes and hands – AP Caliber 7121, self-winding – special 50 year rotor only available in 2022 – integrated stainless steel Bracelet with folding clasp – reference 16202ST.OO.1240ST.01

Audemars Piguet Launches Code 11.59 Starwheel

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A revival of a quirky classic.

After a two-year hiatus, Audemars Piguet has relaunched the Code 11:59 Starwheel time travel complication. The latest addition to the collection installs a unique complication in the Code 11:59, a model initially criticized but now often praised, and combines it with a blue aventurine dial that complements the two-tone black ceramic and white gold case .

The reintroduction of the Star Wheel in Code 11:59 was a very interesting proposition, and well timed.

It’s interesting because it combines the modern proportions and style of the Code 11.59 case with a once-overlooked complication. In this sense, the watch embodies a key direction in contemporary watchmaking: reinterpreting vintage classics for today.

While the formula is familiar, the new Starwheel is very different and will no doubt be polarizing. The relatively large case diameter of 41mm compared to the compact models of the 1990s means that the new model may not appeal to fans of the original, but it will certainly bring a new audience to the complication (and possibly Will expand Code’s customer base 11.59).

It’s good timing, as Starwheel fake watches from the 1990s have grown in popularity over the past two years as interest in watches of all kinds has exploded. As such, the brand’s revival of the Starwheel reflects its awareness of today’s tastes. It also suggests that the AP is watching the comings and goings of the secondary market, where older Starwheel models have been climbing in value — at least until the recent market turmoil.

The Starwheel retails for CHF 48,000, which is reasonable considering its built-in features and overall AP pricing. While slightly more expensive than a comparable Code 11:59 chronograph, the Starwheel has one of the more interesting and rare complications. The retail price is also more or less in line with the secondary market value of vintage Starwheel models.

While the new Code 11:59 Starwheel has a strikingly modern aesthetic, it is a descendant of the Starwheel watches made by Audemars Piguet in the 1990s, which date back some four hundred years.

Wandering Time was invented in the 17th century by the clockmakers, the Campagni brothers, and debuted as part of the “Night Clock” designed for Pope Alexander VII. Since the Pope had trouble sleeping, he needed a clock that would run without ticking. The Campani siblings built a chronograph driven by a movement that required a continuously rotating disc to indicate hours and minutes.

This complication was later used in pocket watches with graduated minute scales for improved legibility. However, it was quickly superseded by jumping hour displays popular during the Art Deco era in the early 20th century.

It was then all but forgotten until 1989 when one of Audemars Piguet’s watchmakers discovered the complication in a trade magazine. This eventually led to the first modern starwheel, ref. 25720, introduced in 1991.

According to fake Audemars Piguet, the model name may have been derived from the visible star-wheel that drives the hour disc. Over the ensuing 12 years, some 30 Starwheel variants were produced until the model was discontinued in 2003.

While the front of the Code 11.59 case is usually circular, it is an interplay of shapes. Its shape is enhanced by overlapping geometries – the bezel, back and dial are circular, while the middle of the case is octagonal.

Like several other Code 11.59 models, the Starwheel features a novel combination of ceramic and gold: white gold for the bezel, lugs and case back, while black ceramic for the case middle and crown.

The result is a high-contrast case that emphasizes shape and finish. Remarkably, the case middle is finished with polished and brushed finishes that meet at a perfectly defined boundary, demonstrating the precise hand-finishing of the case.

Below the crystal is a highly detailed dial. The hours are indicated by three aluminum discs with white numerals on a matt black dial against a blue aventurine glass dial. Further contrast is provided by white markings on the peripheral black minute scale on the dial.

It is also worth noting that only the highly complication watches in the Code 11:59 collection are equipped with aventurine glass dials. The material also appears on the dials of the perpetual calendar and tourbillon, where it complements the star wheel.

While wandering time isn’t the most intuitive way to display it, it’s easy to get used to. The Starwheel shows the time exactly like its predecessor. It relies on a central pinion to complete one revolution every three hours, orbiting the hours and indicating the minutes. The current hour numerals on the disc also point to the minute scale, assisted by small arrows on the dial carrying the disc.

But the new Starwheel differs from earlier models in one key way: it now has a second hand, something past Star Wheel watches didn’t have.

New code 11:59 powered by cal. The 4310 was developed exclusively for Starwheel. The movement boasts a respectable 70-hour power reserve and is derived from the cal. 4309 introduced in 2021 as the brand’s large-diameter workhorse movement. The caliber here has been reconfigured to accommodate the roaming time mod.

As expected from Audemars Piguet, the movement is well made. It features Côtes de Genève and prominent milled bevels of the bridges, as well as a solid gold oscillating weight.

Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Starwheel 41mm
Ref. 15212NB.OO.A002KB.01

Diameter: 41mm
Height: 10.7mm
Material: 18k White Gold and Black Ceramic
Crystal: Sapphire
Water resistance: 30 meters

Movement: Cal. 4310
Functions: Walking hours, minutes and central seconds up
Chain: Automatic
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour (4 Hz)
Power reserve: 70 hours

Strap: Black patterned rubber with white gold pin buckle

Audemars Piguet – Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph

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Together with the precise reproduction of the original Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph, Audemars Piguet presented three new Offshore Chronograph models at SIHH 2018 featuring the use of ceramic components, all of which are Carefully handcrafted.

Adding to the buzz is the bold camouflage chronograph (ref. 26400SO.OO.A052CA.01), a new 44mm stainless steel model with a khaki ceramic bezel, a stainless steel guard and screw for the first time. Buttons – locking crown and camouflage strap options.

Protected by an anti-glare sapphire crystal, the beige dial with the “Grande Tapisserie” pattern has brown counters, brown outer area, beige inner bezel and white gold applied hour-markers and Royal Oak hands.

An additional khaki green rubber strap is included with this model.

The new 42 stainless steel model with a blue indigo dial (ref. 26470ST.OO.A030CA.01) marks the first commercial appearance of blue ceramic for the pushers and screw-down crown.

The dial features the iconic “Méga Tapisserie” pattern with blue counters, Arabic numerals with luminous coating, blue inner bezel and white gold Royal Oak hands with luminous coating.

The blue is also a rubber strap secured by a stainless steel pin buckle.

Audemars Piguet also presents a monochromatic version in titanium (ref. 26470IO.OO.A006CA.01), enhanced by a bezel, pushers and screw-down crown made of elegant grey ceramic.

The slate grey dial with the “Méga Tapisserie” motif features silver counters, Arabic numerals with luminous coating, silver inner bezel and white gold Royal Oak hands with luminous coating.

The two-tone strap is light grey rubber on the top and dark grey rubber on the sides and bottom, with a titanium pin buckle.

All models are water-resistant to 100 meters/330 feet and powered by the Manufacture Calibre 3126/3840, a 365-part self-winding movement that beats at 3 Hz (21,600 vibrations per hour) , the power reserve is 50 hours.

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Royal Oak Self-winding Flying Tourbillon Slim

Audemars Piguet launches the second version of the Royal Oak RD#3 with a diameter of 37 mm

Brassus, September 2022 – Swiss haute horlogerie manufacturer Audemars Piguet is pleased to present its latest Royal Oak Self-winding Flying Tourbillon Ultra-thin (RD#3) model. Complementing the 39mm “Jumbo” timepiece released earlier this year, this 37mm anniversary model pushes the limits of the Manufacture’s craftsmanship even further. The company debuts a flying tourbillon with a smaller diameter, thanks to its latest ultra-thin self-winding flying tourbillon movement, the Calibre 2968, which is only 3.4mm thick and adorns the slender wrist. Traditional and modern handmade ornaments. Equipped with an innovative escapement and an unprecedented plum blossom dial, this watch interweaves technical sophistication with the ultimate in refined aesthetic details.

Innovative ultra-thin flying tourbillon movement
At the heart of this innovation is the Calibre 2968, an ultra-thin self-winding flying tourbillon movement developed over five years. The integration of a flying tourbillon driven by an innovative escapement in the 39mm and 37mm diameter cases represents a major technical achievement for the manufacturer, as this complication was previously only available for the 41mm diameter. Given the limited space available, this self-winding flying tourbillon had to be creatively redesigned to reduce its thickness while preserving the original proportions of its cage, thereby repositioning certain components. For the first time, the tourbillon cage made of titanium is equipped with a peripheral drive, which also contributes to its slimness. 1 The combination of these two elements makes the energy distribution of the tourbillon smoother and, in addition, makes this regulating mechanism more light and refined. In addition, the new escapement relies on an oscillator with increased amplitude, which improves reliability, energy distribution and precision. cheap replica watches

In order to provide the best visibility of the flying tourbillon and movement, Audemars Piguet engineers completely redesigned the mechanics. On the back side, the bridges are skeletonized to reveal the inner workings of the movement, while achieving a harmonious and symmetrical aesthetic. On the dial side, the geometry and positioning of the balance arm has been revised to make the beating heart clearer. The technical design of the movement places the flying tourbillon at dial level for a better visual experience

The manual decoration of the movement components, visible through the sapphire caseback, combines the dynamism and classicism of the V-corner with the modernity of the tire’s character – a finish that appears on the main plate and bridges, replacing the traditional Côtes de Genève. The skeletonised rhodium-coloured bridges provide an unobstructed view of the contrasting pink gold elements in the mechanism.

Beautiful aesthetic inspired by the “Jumbo” code
The second RD#3, albeit with a smaller diameter, incorporates the dial aesthetic code of the “Jumbo” model released earlier this year. Similar to its 39mm model, this timepiece features a Petite Tapisserie dial, but for the first time in a vivid plum hue, obtained by chemical vapor deposition (CVD) to ensure a light, even and long-lasting hue across all dials.

Inspired by the original 1972 model, this new reference also includes bathtub-shaped hour markers and hands with a luminous coating for optimal legibility in the dark. The “Audemars Piguet” logo and the minute track are printed in white on the Tapisserie pattern. The rotating titanium flying tourbillon cage at 6 o’clock contrasts with the plum blossom background, creating a captivating aerial effect. moonphase-watch.com

Unlike the Jumbo aesthetic, the handcrafted stainless steel case and bracelet of this 37mm model incorporates the latest design evolution of the collection, which was launched on numerous Royal Oak models at the beginning of the year. The widened polished bevel and the increased taper of the bracelet links give the watch a slimmer profile while enhancing its ergonomic design.

Dedicated “50 Years” oscillating weight
Royal Oak Self-winding Flying Tourbillon The ultra-thin self-winding tourbillon features a central oscillating weight mounted on ball bearings and is equipped with two reversers 2 to ensure bidirectional winding. Specially developed for the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak, this 22-karat rose gold rhodium-plated oscillating weight is engraved with the “50 Years” logo and the Audemars Piguet logo. Complementing the tones of the stainless steel case and bracelet, it features the collection’s signature polished and satin-brushed finish, which can be admired through the sapphire caseback.

A tradition of technical prowess
In 1986, Audemars Piguet launched the world’s first self-winding tourbillon watch. Conceived by Jacqueline Dimier, the design places the tourbillon escapement on the dial side for the first time. The Calibre 2870 is housed in an ultra-thin case that is only 5.3mm thick. Its titanium tourbillon cage remains one of the smallest in the world today, with a diameter of 7.2mm, and one of the lightest, weighing just 0.123 grams. This model is known as the Tourbillon Self-Winding Ra (a reference to the Egyptian sun god) because Jacqueline Dimier’s design gives the micro-regulator the appearance of a sun, with its rays scattered across the dial. A total of 401 pieces were produced before 1992, this complication opened a new avenue for haute horlogerie,

Thirty years after Jacqueline Dimier introduced the model, the manufacturer known for its innovative ability has launched a series of research and development models. In 2015, Audemars Piguet presented its first RD#1 Royal Oak Concept Minute Question at SIHH after eight years of research with EPFL, EPFL, and an expert group of watchmakers, engineers, and musicians. Table Supersonnerie prototype and sound specialist. With the introduction of the Supersonnerie mechanism, this watch takes an important step forward in terms of acoustic performance, sound amplification and sound aesthetics. 3 Three patents have been filed for the system, which combines a novel timekeeping mechanism with an innovative case structure. The commercial Royal Oak Concept Minute Repeater Supersonnerie version launched a year later,

In 2019, Audemars Piguet introduced a new innovation, with its 41mm Royal Oak Self-Winding Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin model showing its prototype at SIHH a year ago under the name RD#2. The 6.3mm-thick calendar watch was powered by a movement that was only 2.89mm thick, making it the thinnest automatic calendar watch in the world at the time. To achieve this feat, the calendar functions normally installed on three levels are concentrated on a single plane. The manufacturer’s specialists have also developed two patented innovations concerning the integration of the end-of-month cam with the date wheel and the association of the month cam with the month wheel. Marking a turning point in the history of complication watches,

This year, the latest technological advancement of the watch factory, the Royal Oak Self-winding Flying Tourbillon Ultra Thin Watch, continues the previous innovations. Powered by the new Calibre 2968, these two RD#3 watches pay tribute to the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary by combining technical innovation with aesthetic sophistication.

Audemars Piguet’s new-generation 7121 ultra-thin automatic movement Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary is the key to the future

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After Audemars Piguet announced in 2021 that it would discontinue the most popular model of the Royal Oak, the 15202, this year – the 50th anniversary of the Royal series – announced that a new generation of the 16202 will be the successor model. For watch lovers who love Royal Oak fake watches, the most gratifying thing is that the 16202 faithfully preserves the design elements and appearance of the previous generation 15202, or even the more classic first-generation Royal Oak 5402, because it has been upgraded to a brand new one. The developed 7121 movement makes this classic, which has stood for half a century, with a more modern practical functional connotation.

Speaking of this, I have to introduce the 7121 movement. This new generation of ultra-thin automatic movement developed by Audemars Piguet for 5 years is the key core of the 16202 facelift and upgrade. Because watch lovers have always been sensitive to the change of the model, especially for a series that has not changed its movement in the past 50 years, how should the wearer clearly feel the functional upgrade after the change, and at the same time maintain The familiar classic appearance and wearing feel are the important factors that Audemars Piguet fake considered when developing the 7121 movement.

The brand-new model 16202 is launched this year, including stainless steel with blue dial, 18K gold with smoked gold dial, rose gold with smoked gray dial, and platinum with smoked green dial, a total of 4 styles. The diameter of the case is 39mm and the thickness is 8.1mm. The size of the case is exactly the same as that of the previous generation 15202. Other design elements are only slightly adjusted, but the biggest change is actually in the case.

The Royal Oak series that came out in 1972, from the first model 5402 launched to the model 15202, which was discontinued last year, has been equipped with the same 2121 movement for 50 years. The 2121 movement was developed on the basis of the Jaeger-LeCoultre 902 movement, which was born in the late 1960s, with a thickness of only 3.05mm. However, since the 2121 movement adopts the ancient movement structure of the 1960s, some functions, including the accuracy of 19,800vph, the power reserve of 40 hours, and the date display lacking the quick adjustment function, can no longer fully meet the needs of modern people. daily use needs.

Therefore, Audemars Piguet took the 50th anniversary of Royal Oak as an opportunity to launch the new Royal Oak “Jumbo” model 16202. The new 7121 caliber equipped with it not only means that the 2121 caliber that has stood for half a century has left the scene, it has the meaning of inheriting the past. The more substantive purpose is to transform the Royal Oak watch into a more modern watch that is closer to the new generation of users, while preparing for further use in the future.

Core Architecture Upgrade

The most significant upgrade of the new Royal Oak “Jumbo” model 16202 is that it is equipped with the latest 7121 automatic movement. Compared with the 2121 movement carried by the previous model 15202, it is quite impressive whether it is a visual or functional improvement. The first is the first impression of the appearance of the 7121 movement, which are two opposite golden cross-bridge hollow bridges, which respectively fix the balance wheel and the barrel. Not only does it bring a more modern visual impression, but the structural function is also more stable than the 2121 movement.

Then it comes to the most obvious and core architecture upgrade for users. Including the increase of the vibration frequency from 19,800 vph to 28,800 vph, and the increase of the power reserve from 40 hours to 55 hours, which could not be achieved simultaneously under the dynamic conditions of the 2121 movement in the past. Audemars Piguet first used a larger barrel in the 7121 movement as a power source for the long-term and accurate supply of the movement, followed by a ball bearing automatic disc, and a more efficient satellite wheel-type two-way winding. mechanism to improve the efficiency of the chain.

Another detail is the part of the balance wheel. The 2121 movement adopts the design concept of a card-free balance wheel adjusted with 6 weights. The new 7121 movement further sets 6 adjustment weights on the balance. The inner side of the wheel can maintain the smooth outline of the outer edge of the balance wheel, so as to reduce the air resistance generated during high-speed operation, and improve the working efficiency to reduce energy consumption.

The classic appearance remains unchanged and the practicality is improved

In addition, it is about the 7121 movement to improve the user experience. The Royal Oak “Jumbo” is a watch with three needles and a date. For users, there is often a need to adjust the date, but the date fast adjustment function There is no movement structure in the 1960s used by the 2121 movement, so when users need to adjust the date for multiple days, they can only do it through a more time-consuming time adjustment. The patented ultra-thin energy-saving date setting mechanism is added to the new 7121 movement, which not only meets the needs of users, but also takes into account the kinetic energy demand of ultra-thin movement to reduce energy consumption.

In addition to the functional upgrade, another key point of Audemars Piguet’s development of the 7121 movement is to maintain the classic appearance proportion and wearing feel of the Royal Oak “Jumbo”, and the size of the movement is the key. As described above, the evolution of many functional upgrades from the 2121 movement to the 7121 movement is bound to increase the complexity of the movement. However, because of the modern movement design and watchmaking technology, although the total number of parts has increased from 247 to 268, the size of the movement has only slightly increased from 28.4mm to 29.6mm, and the thickness has increased from 3.05mm to 29.6mm. 3.2mm, perfectly controlled within the allowable range, was able to successfully fit into the classic Royal Oak “Jumbo” case with a diameter of 39mm and a thickness of 8.1mm. This also confirms Audemars Piguet’s strong strength in movement technology. fake watches for sale

Is this the Royal Oak? ! Sapphire AP ROO Chronograph Inspired by Spartans

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When it comes to the German high-end watch modification brand AET REMOULD, the first thing that comes to mind is the various Rolex Daytona watches they have modified. Shell Green Face Daytona. But it may also be because we have seen too many Daytona modified by AET REMOULD, which leads us to preconceived that the brand is to change Daytona. Compared with the Rolex watch replaced by a transparent case, the degree of surprise is still relatively high); however, in addition to these two brands, recently AET REMOULD has also actively expanded their territory, expanding the watch change object to AUDEMARS PIGUET Audemars Piguet, launched a The new work “Lochagos” based on the ROO 44mm chronograph.

Lochagos is the symbol of ancient Greek Sparta’s brave and good warriors, so AET REMOULD with such a legendary figure as the theme, naturally want to make the watch look imposing, just like the old people when they heard the Spartan army. a feeling of. The appearance of this ROO 44mm chronograph is remade with sapphire crystal. Just by looking at the outside of the watch, you know that this work should not be easy to do, because the Royal Oak Offshore case is full of layers, including the octagonal watch. The ring, the faceted crown shoulder, and the button base, etc., must not be easy to make from hard sapphire material, and this watch has a special feature that AET REMOULD even has chronograph buttons. Made of sapphire material, chronographs with sapphire cases are often paired with metal chronograph buttons. This detail highlights the craftsmanship of the watch again. As for the transparent bezel, the series of famous exposed screws are still locked. On the one hand, it has undergone in-depth transformation, but it is also committed to maintaining the identification characteristics of the work itself.

AET REMOULD is based on AP’s Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph, and launches a modified watch with the theme of the famous Spartan warrior. The octagonal-shaped bezel and case, including the chronograph pushers, are reinterpreted with sapphire material, which is quite special.

There is a clear contrast between the dial and the case. AET REMOULD uses red and yellow to represent the blood and the warrior’s armor respectively. The former is applied to the scale ring on the outer edge of the dial, the small dial pointer and the central chronograph large second hand, etc. The latter appears At 12 o’clock and 6 o’clock, the sub-dial scale ring – the pattern on the top is inspired by the shield of the Spartan warrior, creating a fighter’s spirit without anger. In addition, there will be some red and yellow irregular patterns on the open face plate, as if to emphasize the “victory results” obtained by the soldiers when they returned from the expedition, pushing the momentum of the entire watch to the apex.

Interestingly, when AET REMOULD creates modified Rolex watches, it usually retains the original brand logo on the dial of the watch, but this ROO 44mm chronograph “Lochagos” directly replaces the AP logo with AET REMOULD’s own logo. The consideration is unknown, but this may affect the willingness of collectors to some extent. After all, the original brand lineage is also an important element when starting this type of modified watch, otherwise it will look like a tribute watch made by his own factory or even a watch. There are doubts about fake products, but because AET REMOULD also has a certain reputation in the market, it will not make people think that it is a plagiarized work of unknown origin.

Due to the difficulty of making the sapphire case, the ROO 44mm Chronograph “Lochagos” is produced in limited quantities. It is hoped that starting from this watch, AET REMOULD can develop more replica watches luxury from other AP series and even other brands in the future, so that we can learn more rare creativity and craftsmanship.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Self-winding Flying Tourbillon

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50 years is an important anniversary for the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. One of the updated models is the Royal Oak Self-Winding Flying Tourbillon, with three new additions to the collection: one in rose gold, one in stainless steel and one in titanium.

The first two have a plain smoked blue dial with the Grande Tapisserie motif, while the third has a matte blue dial. Each new model is powered by the calibre 2950, ​​which debuted in 2020, with a power reserve of 65 hours and a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour. Only now, on the back of the movement is a special gold oscillating weight with the “50 Years” logo, bringing attention to the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary on the agenda.

This watch features design improvements aimed at improving its appearance. Improvements include wider bevels on the case and bracelet to better emphasise the effect of light on the surface; first link thickness on the one-piece bracelet is tapered to emphasise slimness for a more comfortable fit; slightly cut A sapphire crystal case back to better fit the wearer’s wrist; and hour markers and hands with new proportions that are more in harmony with the dial. Despite the changes, the watch still measures 41 x 10.6 mm, the same as the existing self-winding tourbillon. Audemars Piguet fake

The Audemars Piguet lettering on the dial is made from a thin layer of 24-karat gold using a galvanic growth process that the Associated Press describes as a chemical process similar to 3D printing. The letters are connected by thin chains that are hard to see with the naked eye. They are then attached to the dial with the help of the shank. Originally, the method of appending letters was developed for Audemars Piguet’s Code 11:59 series. The updated tourbillon looks great, as do the existing models that people are already lining up to buy.

Specifications Audemars Piguet Automatic Royal Oak Flying Tourbillon

Reference 26730OR.OO.1320OR.0 1 (18k rose gold); 26730ST.OO.1320ST.01 (stainless steel); 26730TI.OO.1320TI.01 (titanium).
Frame 41 x 10.6 mm, gold, steel, titanium. Waterproof to 50 meters
Clock face blue, luminous indices.
One bracelet Stainless steel, titanium​​​, 18k rose gold
Mechanism Automatic, Calibre 2950. Functions: hours, minutes, tourbillon. Power reserve 65 hours. Balanced frequency 21,600 vph, 27 jewels.

Auction Phillips Announces Royal Oak 50th Highlights Including Possible ‘Lagerfeld Black PVD’ and Ultra Early A-Series

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A promotion dedicated to the 50th anniversary of Audemars Piguet’s iconic timepieces.

As we all know, this year the wholesale Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, the most iconic watch in the Le Brassus-based watchmaker’s collection, is approaching its 50th anniversary. As a result, the brand has launched a number of new models to celebrate half a century of Genta-designed sports watches with integrated bracelets, including a new version of the Jumbo Extra-Thin with an unprecedented movement, reference 16202. As you might expect, the auction house in Knowing the cult status of this watch is getting in on the festivities by preparing a dedicated sale. In this framework, Phillips, in association with Bacs & Russo, presents “The Royal Oak 50th”, a themed sale that will bring together some of the most important models produced by AP. This includes some Grande Complications, rare editions and historic watches, such as Karl Lagerfeld’s black PVD ​​coated watch or the first 5402ST A series to hit the auction market.

The 50th Royal Oak Auction will be held in Geneva on 6 May 2022 and will be a curated auction offering 88 treasures including rare, complex, historic and well-preserved Model.

Royal Oak 5402ST “A2”
The Royal Oak Jumbo was born in 1972 under the number 5402ST and was first released in a series of 1,000 pieces under the A-series code. Part of the Royal Oak’s 50th auction will be the first-ever numbered reference 5402 to appear at auction, a watch with serial number A2, meaning the second Royal Oak ever produced by Audemars Piguet. In addition, this watch was one of four Royal Oak models presented to the media and the public at the opening of Baselworld 1972. In addition, this watch comes with a full set of accessories and has never been worn.

KARL LAGERFELD Black PVD ​​Coated 5402ST Series A
One icon is worn by another… There is no other way to describe this famous black watch that has been featured many times in watches and fashion magazines, a watch that somehow started the trend of black and bespoke pieces… And a timepiece that achieved even more after its owner passed away in 2019.

Part of the Royal Oak’s 50th sale will be Karl Lagerfeld’s Black PVD ​​Coated Royal Oak Jumbo Reference 5402ST. The German creative director, fashion designer, artist and photographer is often seen wearing black PVD ​​Royal Oak models in different sizes, which he then presents to friends and collaborators. There are multiple period photos showing the designer wearing such a watch. Purchased in early 1974 while Lagerfeld was living in Italy, this watch was returned to the market in 1995 and remained in the same collection for over 20 years. Note: Phillips explained, “The location of the watch’s delivery and the amount of wear led Phillips’ watch experts to believe that the watch was the property of Lagerfeld.”

Royal Oak 25831ST Stainless Steel Tourbillon
Model 25831ST was introduced in 1997 as part of the celebration of the model’s 25th anniversary and was the first time a Royal Oak was fitted with a tourbillon regulator. It stands out most thanks to its off-centre display with date and power reserve indicators, and a striking octagonal tourbillon ring reminiscent of a watch bezel. Made of stainless steel, this watch is part of a collection of only 25 pieces, with the numerals 1/25, and features a blue Petite Tapisserie dial.

Royal Oak 25865ST GRANDE COMPLICATION
Following the introduction of the tourbillon in 1997, Audemars Piguet quickly introduced most of the complications that could be found in a Royal Oak case. To showcase its virtuosity, the Associated Press took the concept to the extreme with what it called the Grande Complication, a combination of a split-seconds chronograph, perpetual calendar and minute repeater. This watch is made of stainless steel and has a classic plaid blue dial, which is unique.

Platinum Royal Oak 25636PT Skeleton Perpetual Calendar
The perpetual calendar is one of Audemars Piguet’s most important complications and has therefore long been part of the Royal Oak collection. First introduced in 1984 as reference 5554, the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar watch quickly became a must-have in the collection, with several different versions being introduced. As part of the Royal Oak’s 50th auction, Phillips will be offering reference 25636PT, a platinum case model that also happens to be one of the first models with a skeletonized dial to reveal the QP mechanism below. It comes with a midnight blue sub-dial and no leap year indicator.

Royal Oak 25829TP Platinum and Tantalum Skeleton Perpetual Calendar
The current 25829TP is a slightly more modern version of the watch seen above, as it showcases a classic but rare and desirable combination of materials with a case made of tantalum highlighted with platinum elements. Made in just 16 pieces, this Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar in platinum and tantalum features a skeleton movement with leap year indicator and an attractive blue-grey tones.

Royal Oak 14802PT JUBILEE Platinum
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Royal Oak, Audemars Piguet launched the so-called Jubilee collection in 1992, marking the first 10 years of the Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin (since 5402 in the early 1980s). Of the 1,000 pieces made for the 20-year collection, around 700 are wrapped in steel, 280 in gold and only 20 in platinum. Fewer watches feature so-called blue “Tuscan” dials with specific textures.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak’s new generation of Jumbo 16202 comes out, the three key points that watch fans care about most

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Audemars Piguet best suddenly released a large number of new styles the day before yesterday, almost completely without notice, killing everyone by surprise may be a little bit ignorant of martial arts, but seeing the styles they brought out will definitely make you swallow the murmur that you just spit in your mouth. This year 2022 is the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak series. In addition to the retirement of the popular model 15202, the successor model that everyone was looking forward to as early as last year was released: the new generation Royal Oak series 39mm “Jumbo” ultra-thin watch, model 16202, Equipped with the new Audemars Piguet 7121 self-winding ultra-thin movement, available in stainless steel, platinum, 18K rose gold and 18K yellow gold.

Model 16202 Four materials
Steel, Platinum, Gold & Rose Gold

AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK 50th Anniversary 16202ST.OO.1240ST.01 Watch

The one closest to the original is the “Jumbo” stainless steel case style 16202ST, adhering to the design features of the original Royal Oak series in 1972. The stainless steel case and strap are hand satin-finished and polished and chamfered. Cloud Night Blue 50″ shade and “Petite Tapisserie” small check surface. The special blue is produced by electroplating, and the “cloud” in the hue name describes the cloudy rendering effect that occurs when the black pigment comes into contact with the protective paint.

In addition, the watch also uses the original 1972 “bathtub” (called “Baignoire” in French)-shaped hour markers and hands, which can be injected with fluorescent materials to make it easier to read. The surface also retains the original design, with a polished 18K gold three-dimensional “AP” logo at 6 o’clock, and the words “AUDEMARS PIGUET AUTOMATIC” at 12 o’clock. In the mid-1980s, the “SWISS MADE” (Swiss Made) logo, which replaced the “SWISS” (Swiss) word, remains at 6 o’clock. feel.

AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK 50th Anniversary 16202BA.OO.1240BA.01 Watch

AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK 50th Anniversary 16202OR.OO.1240OR.01 Watch

The two new colors are 16202BA in 18K gold and 16202OR in 18K rose gold. The former has a smoky yellow dial that brings brilliance to the 18K yellow gold model, while the latter’s novel smoky gray finish contrasts with the 18K rose gold model. On the turntable, while rotating, the outer edge is carefully painted to create a smoky effect.

Finally, the fourth, the AP House limited edition 16202PT, features a hand-finished 950 platinum case with a sun-patterned smoky green finish for an elegant contrast. The same material and color scheme will also be launched in 2021, 15202PT. Since it is one of the very few Royal Oak styles that does not use a plaid face plate, plus the striking green face, although the platinum material is expensive, there are still many powerful collectors. Interested, this time also joined the ranks of the 16202 family.

AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK 50th Anniversary 16202PT.OO.1240PT.01 Watch

No more tears of the times
Equipped with 7121 new movement

7121 self-winding movement, diameter 29.6 mm, thickness 3.2 mm, the number of parts is 268, the minimum guaranteed dynamic reserve is 55 hours, and the vibration frequency is 28,800 times per hour.
This is the first time since 1972 that the Royal Oak “Jumbo” ultra-thin watch is equipped with a new movement. The Audemars Piguet 7121 self-winding movement with time, minutes and date display functions, accompanied by the new reference 16202 “Jumbo” watch. Looking back to 1972, the 2121 movement, which came out with the Royal Oak series, was the thinnest movement in the world at that time with a central automatic dial and a date display. The thickness was only 3.05 mm, and it was regarded as a classic model for decades.

However, after all, it is a model 50 years ago, and the current watchmaking technology is no longer the same, so with the 2121 also successfully retired, it was replaced by the 7121 movement. The thickness of the new 7121 movement is only 3.2 mm, which can be perfectly incorporated into a case with a thickness of 8.1 mm, and most importantly, a quick date adjustment device has been added. And it takes 24 grids to move forward one day), and now you can quickly adjust to the desired date by pulling out the crown.

2022 limited
50th Anniversary Exclusive Automatic Disc

The 50th anniversary automatic disc will be a feature of all Royal Oak Anniversary models launched in 2022.

The 7121 movements of the four 16202 models are all equipped with a 22K gold 50th anniversary exclusive automatic disc, which not only presents the 50th anniversary logo through hollowing skills, but also engraves the Audemars Piguet logo. The anniversary model features an automatic dial in the same colour as the case, a refined match usually reserved for complication watches. Like the case, the automatic dial is satin-finished and polished and chamfered alternately for added beauty. The 50th anniversary automatic disc will also feature on all Royal Oak Anniversary models launched in 2022.

In addition to the special anniversary-limited automatic dial, the 7121 movement seems to have more secrets. For example, the span bridge of the balance wheel and some of the gears are rose gold, and the mainspring barrel roll car is also specially equipped with rose gold bridges and three ruby ​​bearings. The stability and smoothness of the release power should also bring improvements. The material and structure of the details need more information from the brand. After all, Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary has only just begun! I believe that the future is even more exciting.