Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph iN "Light-Blue"
The sky is falling and Audemars Piguet has embraced the phenomenon to reintroduce us to one of its most celebrated models, in a limited edition run. We’re referring to the one and only “Royal Oak” in its chronograph capacity with a unique light-blue “Grande Tapisserie” dial. Let’s not push the sky away, but rather reach out and touch it AP style.
The historic Gérald Genta designed case appears here in a 38mm diameter and 11m thickness made out of 18k white gold with a transparent exhibition case back, which allows to view the inner workings of the mechanical movement.
Mounted to the case is the iconic octagonal bezel, held in place by 8 exposed screws. It comes equipped with two solid push-pieces that activate the chronograph functions, while between them lay protecting crown guards and the screw-in setting crown. All topped by a glare-proofed sapphire crystal that hangs over a peaceful clear sky-like hue. Water-resistance on this watch can reach up to 50 meters (164 feet).
Time is exhibited on the aforementioned serene light-blue with “Grande Tapisserie” pattern dial with 18k white gold applied hour index markers. While a dark blue external zone circles the perpihery of the dial with a ring of white printed second markings and longer minute markers.
It features three snailed sub-dials: a 30-minute counter at the 3 o’clock position, a sub-seconds at 6 o’clock, and a 12-hour counter at the 9 o’clock position. Plus a date aperture has been placed between the 4 and 5 o’clock spots.
On the upper-half of dial we find the iconic “AP” logo made out of white gold, with the long-form black printed version of their Audemars Piguet branding. The 18k white gold hands and hour index markers have all undergone a luminescent coating, for an enhanced legibility.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph "Light-Blue" LTD ED
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph "Light-Blue" LTD EDThe “Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Light-Blue” (Ref#: 26317BC.OO.1256BC.01) is powered by the in-house self-winding mechanical movement, caliber 2385 with 37 jewels, 304 parts and 21,600 vph. It comes equipped with an integrated column-wheel operated chronograph mechanism with date. Power reserve on this watch can last up to 40 hours, when fully wound.
Mounted to the watch is an integrated 18k white gold bracelet with brushed finish, secured to the wrist by an AP folding clasp. This is a limited edition watch with only 100 manufactured pieces. For more up to date information visit the official Audemars Piguet website here.
MSRP: $59,000.00 USD
