Manufacturer: Audemars Piguet Year: Circa 2015 Reference No: 26153OR.OO.D088CR.01 Movement No: 881'491 Case No: 109'818 Model Name: Jules Audemars Piguet Chronometer Material: 18k pink gold Calibre: Manual, cal. 2908, 33 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Black Audemars Piguet crocodile strap Clasp/Buckle: 18k pink gold Audemars Piguet deployant clasp Dimensions: 46mm diameter Signed:Case, dial and movement signed Accessories: With original Audemars Piguet Guarantee, wooden presentation box, key, product literature and outer box.
Catalogue Essay
This lovely Audemars Piguet features the brands in-house AP escapement, which was introduced in 2009. Featuring the caliber 2908, the direct-impulse escapement, which is lubricant free, allows for higher efficiency and chronometry. The regulator features two balance springs that are off-set by 180 degrees. The oversize 46mm case and skeletonised dial allows a full view of the movement. A classic looking timepiece in excellent condition, this is a watch that is a joy to wear.
A 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.