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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 25977ST
Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph
An impressive and sporty stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with tourbillon regulator, bracelet, certificate, and presentation box
- Estimate
- CHF25,000 - 50,000€26,700 - 53,400$31,100 - 62,200
CHF48,260
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- 2008
- Reference No
- 25977ST
- Movement No
- 678'616
- Case No
- G26213
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 2889, 25 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Rubber
- Clasp/Buckle
- Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 44mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet certificate of authenticity and guarantee dated 1st February 2008, user manual, box key, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
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Catalogue Essay
-Unveiled in 1972, the Royal Oak line redefined the luxury sports watch, and over the decades has grown into a platform for Audemars Piguet’s most impressive complications. Among the most coveted is the ref. 25977, an extraordinary timepiece uniting two of watchmaking’s most revered feats: the tourbillon and the chronograph.
-The integration of these complications within a single caliber is a rare achievement, demanding exceptional technical mastery. The present example features a striking monochromatic black dial, drawing the eye to the mesmerizing tourbillon at 6 o’clock. Beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour, the manual-wound caliber 2889 is showcased through the sapphire caseback, revealing its intricate architecture and artisanal finishing.
-Produced for only a decade, from 2003 to 2013, the reference 25977 was made in extremely small numbers, reserved for Audemars Piguet’s most discerning clientele. Rarely seen on the market, this grail-worthy Royal Oak is as much a demonstration of horological virtuosity as it is a highly collectible icon for the connoisseur.
-The integration of these complications within a single caliber is a rare achievement, demanding exceptional technical mastery. The present example features a striking monochromatic black dial, drawing the eye to the mesmerizing tourbillon at 6 o’clock. Beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour, the manual-wound caliber 2889 is showcased through the sapphire caseback, revealing its intricate architecture and artisanal finishing.
-Produced for only a decade, from 2003 to 2013, the reference 25977 was made in extremely small numbers, reserved for Audemars Piguet’s most discerning clientele. Rarely seen on the market, this grail-worthy Royal Oak is as much a demonstration of horological virtuosity as it is a highly collectible icon for the connoisseur.
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.