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Looking through Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked

Editor’s note: Make no bones about it, skeleton watches are not to everyone’s taste. Legibility is sometimes less clear than a watch with a solid dial, but this is because time telling is almost ancillary to the stunning exposé that the watch offers. A skeleton dial offers a view typically reserved for a watchmaker in … ContinuedThe post Looking through Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: An Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph to celebrate The Hour Glass’ 40th anniversary

It’s a truism to say that the watch industry loves an anniversary, and while mostly it’s the watch brands doing the celebrating, this time it is a retailer celebrating the big 4-0. Boy, are they celebrating in style.  The Hour Glass is one of the major retail figures in the Asia-Pacific region, with more than … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: An Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph to celebrate The Hour Glass’ 40th anniversary appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

So hot it hurts, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Ref. 15202ST

Editor’s note: It’s not new, but it’s oh-so-hot and nigh on impossible to get. Read on for our review of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Ref. 15202ST - and weep … When the watchfam get together, it’s only a matter of time before the hot topic of grail watches rears its curious head. It’s … ContinuedThe post So hot it hurts, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Ref. 15202ST appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15202BC Salmon

The new 39mm white gold Royal Oak uses the ultra thin case and movement with the 2 hands configuration. The watch is intriguing primarily due to the unique dial color. Using the 2121 automatic movement, the 15202BC ticks at 19,800 vph and offers a 40-hour power reserve. It measures 8 mm on the wrist and is priced at US$55,400.

Audemars Piguet Creates Unique Royal Oak Chronograph for One Drop Foundation

Audemars Piguet has created a unique version of the Royal Oak Chronograph for the One Drop Foundation’s “One Night for One Drop” auction in platinum with a purple and blue dial.

WHAT SEALED THE DEAL: On Champs’s Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin 15202

Those who know Champs know that he has a special affinity for Audemars Piguet. And like many others, that fondness for the Swiss manufacturer began with nothing more than a few pictures found online – like the proverbial pin-up posted on our bedroom walls. A few years later, an innocent trip to Baselworld led to an incredible … ContinuedThe post WHAT SEALED THE DEAL: On Champs’s Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin 15202 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Pre-SIHH 2019: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Ceramic

Audemars Piguet announces four new colourways to their Royal Oak Offshore collection ahead of SIHH 2019 in three new three new colours.

HANDS-ON: Grail material - the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Ref. 15202ST

When the watchfam get together, it’s only a matter of time before the hot topic of grail watches rears its curious head. It’s no surprise, either, that for many collectors, their ultimate goal is usually found at the higher-end of the watchmaking spectrum. Perhaps a Patek Philippe or something of the Vacheron variety? Or maybe … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Grail material – the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Ref. 15202ST appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Insights: Secrets of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak dial and case factory

We visit the Audemars Piguet manufacture in Le Brassus and find out how they make the petit tapisserie on the dial and the work done to make the bezel of the AP Royal Oak.

Throwback Sundays: 6 Luxury Sports Watches as Alternatives to the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, from Our Archives

In this week's article, we take a look at some of the luxury sports watches that we think are alternatives to the iconic Audemars Piguet Royal Oak.

Review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Tourbillon Chronograph 25th Anniversary

This year, in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the Royal Oak Offshore, Audemars Piguet has upped the ante on the design forefront once again to present the Royal Oak Offshore Tourbillon Chronograph 25th Anniversary.

Review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin 15202IP

A certain classic Audemars Piguet timepiece now comes in a blend of titanium and platinum with a new smoke blue dial. Here, we bring you the details and our thoughts on the new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin 15202IP.

Review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak RD#2 Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar

Full hands-on review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak RD#2 Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar, full analysis and telling you why it matters.

SIHH 2018: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak RD#2 Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin

Audemars Piguet’s star of the 2018 SIHH, the Royal Oak RD#2 Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin, the thinnest automatic perpetual calendar today.

The Royal Oak Offshore Revolution Limited Edition

The story of how the first ever Revolution special edition timepiece came to be: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Revolution Special Edition.

New Release: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Frosted Gold Limited Edition

Audermars Piguet releases a 200-piece Limited Edition Royal Oak in Frosted 18-carat white gold case and bracelet, with cufflinks to match.

The Collector’s View: Rare Watches: The Audemars Piguet Lady Royal Oak Ref.77321

Sharon Tan, a collector shares her passion for watchmaking and tells of the story of her Audemars Piguet Lady Royal Oak Automatic.

Bottom Time: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver Chronograph

Jason Heaton visits a 38-year-old dive site at the bottom of the Caribbean Sea, wearing the Royal Oak Offshore Diver Chronograph.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Supersonnerie, a technical achievement

Audemars Piguet blew our minds with the Royal Oak Concept Supersonnerie, for this reason the 2016 Revolution Technical Achievement award goes to this ground breaking minute repeater.

INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet Ladies’ Royal Oak turns 40 in style

OK, we’re calling it: 1976 was one of the best years in history – for so many reasons. For a start, that’s when Stevie Wonder’s Songs in the Key of Life was released. It was also the year Rocky and Taxi Driver hit cinemas, and superhotties Benedict Cumberbatch and Audrey Tatou entered the world. In … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet Ladies’ Royal Oak turns 40 in style appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Supersonnerie

Full hands on review of the amazing Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Supersonnerie Chronograph, Minute Repeater, Tourbillon. With high res. pics and analysis.

Review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked

Audemars Piguet revealed the new Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked at SIHH earlier this year. While retaining the classic Royal Oak case design, the Openworked movement hosts a new concept that is said to improve the accuracy of timekeeping. Two balance wheels are positioned parallel to each other and connected via a central staff. This design is oneRead More

Review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver Chronograph

Review of the new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver Chronograph, with hands-on analysis, high resolution photographs, and price.

Review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 41 mm in Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet releases her latest Royal Oak Chronograph 41 mm in yellow gold (ref. 26320). While the design of the watch is essentially the same as its previous variant, Audemars Piguet takes convention and breaks it apart by its choice of gold.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Pride of Indonesia

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Pride of Indonesia special limited edition with Garuda engraving with live pictures and price.

SIHH 2015: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept RD#1

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept RD#1

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept GMT Tourbillon 2014; The Future Is Bright White

When one thinks of Audemars Piguet, one must surely also think of the Royal Oak and for good reason. Ever since Audemars Piguet introduced this epic watch they have been elevating its presence, by introducing new complications, movements, and yes, even changing the legendary design just a little bit. That is why today the Royal […]

Save The Date: AP Royal Oak 40 Years Exhibition

It has the distinct honour of having one of the first immediately recognisable watch case shapes out there- I am talking about the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak of course; but what few people know (and could learn more) about this horological icon is that the Royal Oak pulled Audemars Piguet from the brink of bankruptcy. […]

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph: Why The Beast Still Matters

Hands-On: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph in 38mm Is The Option Smaller-Wristed Collectors Deserve

Maybe too small for me, maybe too big for some, but I'd guess that this will be the Goldilocks option for a whole lot of people.