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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 25860ST.OO.1110ST.03
Royal Oak Chronograph “Kasparov”
An attractive and rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with date, bracelet and presentation box
- Estimate
- HK$120,000 - 200,000€13,600 - 22,700$15,400 - 25,600
HK$241,300
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- Circa 2005
- Reference No
- 25860ST.OO.1110ST.03
- Movement No
- 647’132
- Case No
- F51’294, No. 9664
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Chronograph “Kasparov”
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 2385, 37 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 185mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 39mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet hang tag, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The Royal Oak Chronograph reference 25860 was introduced by Audemars Piguet in 1997 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the original Royal Oak. Paying tribute to the iconic “Jumbo”, it retains the original 39mm case. During this era of expertise in ultra-thin watchmaking, Audemars Piguet achieved a remarkable feat by integrating one of the thinnest self-winding chronograph movements of its time, the calibre 2385.
This well-preserved example features a highly desirable blue dial, arguably the most sought-after color among collectors. While earlier production models showcased a "petite tapisserie" pattern, this reference flaunts a "grand tapisserie" pattern, offering a larger and more contemporary aesthetic. Additionally, the folding clasp has been upgraded to feature the signature "AP" logo, a detail highly coveted by collectors and no longer found on current Royal Oak models, further enhancing its appeal.
Moreover, this reference gained significant popularity as a tribute to the renowned chess Grandmaster Garry Kasparov, who wore this watch during his professional games. Notably, he would remove it from his wrist before making his final winning moves. As an Audemars Piguet brand ambassador, the watch has affectionately been nicknamed "Kasparov" by collectors, solidifying its status as a favorite within the Royal Oak Chronograph lineage.
This well-preserved example features a highly desirable blue dial, arguably the most sought-after color among collectors. While earlier production models showcased a "petite tapisserie" pattern, this reference flaunts a "grand tapisserie" pattern, offering a larger and more contemporary aesthetic. Additionally, the folding clasp has been upgraded to feature the signature "AP" logo, a detail highly coveted by collectors and no longer found on current Royal Oak models, further enhancing its appeal.
Moreover, this reference gained significant popularity as a tribute to the renowned chess Grandmaster Garry Kasparov, who wore this watch during his professional games. Notably, he would remove it from his wrist before making his final winning moves. As an Audemars Piguet brand ambassador, the watch has affectionately been nicknamed "Kasparov" by collectors, solidifying its status as a favorite within the Royal Oak Chronograph lineage.
Audemars Piguet
Swiss | 1881A specialist in the manufacture of complications since it was established in 1881, Audemars Piguet never ceases to impress with a rich history of creating bold, even audacious, timepieces underpinned by traditional watchmaking at its finest. This Le Brassus-based Swiss manufacturer is one of only two major manufacturers still owned by the founding family. Since its earliest days, AP is considered a leader in the field of minute repeaters and grande complication pocket and wristwatches. The brand is devoted to preserving the history of watchmaking in the Vallée de Joux, showcased at their superb museum in Le Brassus.
Today, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.
Browse MakerToday, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.