Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Ref. 26170TI.OO.1000TI.01

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph with the reference 26170TI.OO.1000TI.01 from 2013 is the ultimate statement of masculine avant-garde, extreme material expertise, and uncompromising sportiness. When the "Offshore" collection debuted in 1993 as a radical, more powerful evolution of the classic Royal Oak, it shocked the watch industry – today it is an undisputed icon of modern luxury. This specific reference from 2013 elevates the concept of the luxury sports watch to a new level by fully dressing the monumental presence of the case in ultra-light, matte satin-finished Titanium. The result is a mechanical heavyweight in design that fascinates on the wrist with feather-light wearing comfort.

• The brutal case made of high-tech Titanium: With a striking diameter of 42 mm and a substantial height, this Offshore possesses enormous visual dominance. Made from pure Titanium, the case is not only extremely scratch-resistant and absolutely corrosion-resistant but also hypoallergenic and dramatically lighter than a comparable stainless steel version.

• The iconic Offshore architecture: The characteristic octagonal bezel is connected to the case by the unmistakable eight hexagonal screws. A striking visual detail is the visible black Rubber gasket between the case and bezel, emphasizing the robust instrument character of the Offshore. The Chronograph pushers and the screw-down crown are also coated with black Rubber for maximum grip.

• The sporty “Méga Tapisserie” dial: The dial impresses with the Offshore-typical, large-scale square Méga Tapisserie pattern in elegant slate gray. The black subdials at 6, 9, and 12 o’clock provide perfect contrast in the classic layout. Bold Arabic numerals and the typical Royal Oak hands with luminous material guarantee excellent legibility.

• Integrated tachymeter scale and Date: On the slanted black flange (rehaut) of the dial is a precise tachymeter scale for speed measurement. The round Date window is harmoniously positioned at 3 o’clock and fits perfectly into the dial architecture.

• The exclusive Titanium link bracelet: An absolute highlight of this specific version is the fully integrated, three-row bracelet made of solid Titanium. The interplay of perfectly satin-finished surfaces and the finely polished edges of the intermediate links captures the light fascinatingly. It is securely held on the wrist by a comfortable AP folding clasp.

• The masterful manufacture caliber 3126 / 3840: Inside this high-tech watch beats a highly complex mechanical heart with automatic winding. The caliber consists of 365 individual parts, has 59 jewels, and offers a power reserve of approximately 50 hours. The central rotor is made of solid 22-carat Gold and is artistically engraved with the coats of arms of the founding families Audemars and Piguet.

• Sovereign protection against the elements: A flat, extremely scratch-resistant Sapphire Crystal reliably protects the watch face from external influences. Thanks to the uncompromising construction and the screw-down crown, the Chronograph offers everyday water resistance of up to 100 meters (10 ATM).

• A coveted collector’s piece of the post-neo-vintage era (vintage 2013): This model from 2013 represents the absolute heyday of the 42-mm Offshore generation with the classic Rubber pushers. Due to the exclusive full Titanium version on the rare Titanium bracelet, this reference is an extremely sought-after, value-stable masterpiece with unparalleled character among collectors and connoisseurs.