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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 6001
An intriguing and sculptural stainless steel quartz wristwatch with center seconds, date, bracelet and box
Full-Cataloguing
- The model was made in at least 2 batches: a first one bearing numbers 100'xxx (with the first watch made bearing number 100'001) and a later batch with case numbers 153'xxx. The present model not only belongs to the first batch, but it is also one of the earliest specimens made as testified by the case number 1000'056.
- The watch comes in superb condition both of dial and case, most notable featuring strong satin finish to the case, unmolested case number to the back, and a flawless dial still retaining its metallic sheen.
- The present watch is offered at no reserve.
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.