The royal oak was finally was for launch at the 1972 swiss watch show. Audemars piguet announced the publication of a comprehensive book on the history of the complicated wristwatches created by the manufacture in the 20th century. The royal oak was the brands saving grace and since its launch has grown strength to strength to stand the test of time. Audemars piguet firstever book on the history of its. It was first presented at the 1972 baselworld, during the quartz crisis. Audemars piguet put forth a price tag of 3,300 swiss francs, more expensive than a golddress patek philippe and ten times as much as the rolex submariner. Curated by the brands heritage department which spent four years of archival research and writing. To mark the 40th anniversary of the royal oak in due style, audemars piguet has launched a publication of a 300page book on the history of this legendary model. Audemars piguet royal oak chrono auto gold mens watch date 26022bc. Search our database, use part of the referencecode, watch name or leave empty to search all models. The success of the royal oak models speaks for itself, of course, but there is another side to the company many other sides, one wants to say which are much less well known. The 15400 is the current royal oak selfwinding, with the ap in house caliber 3120. The history of the audemars piguet royal oak chronograph. Its powerful look ushered in a revolutionary avantgarde style, that has since become its trademark.
A year later in 1875, they decided to go into business together. Prices for audemars piguet royal oak concept watches. Make offer audemars piguet royal oak auto 39mm steel mens watch date 15300st. We offer audemars piguet royal oak watches for sale. The royal oak is considered to be the most popular watch that audemars piguet currently manufactures. Audemars piguet royal oak history, the story of the masterpiece designed by gerald genta in 1972. In conclusion, the royal oak collection is the definition of a true love story for audemars piguet. The pair had known each other since childhood, and their names were jules louis audemars and edward auguste piguet. Royal oak giant 40 spider web tree swing, 600 lb weight capacity, durable steel frame, waterproof, adjustable ropes, bonus flag set and 2 carabiners, nonstop.
Ap vs rolex audemars piguet royal oak offshore and rolex submariner gold. Get discounted audemars piguet royal oak watch prices and free shipping today. When audemars piguet unveiled the royal oak in 1972, luxury timepieces were usually small and made of gold, but the brand broke these rules, forever defying with conventions, with this first luxury sports timepiece honed from steel. Audemars piguet royal oak blue dial 15400st luxury watch. A richly illustrated book, it features the 7 year long history of audemars piguet and details the life of the iconic model from a historical point as well as through the eyes of various watch aficionados who have come to adore it since its birth in 1972. The royal oak established the market for highend steel sports watches as a status symbol rather than a professional tool. The audemars piguet royal oak was introduced in 1972, heralding the arrival of a new genre that thrives to this day. On chrono24 youll find prices for 67 audemars piguet royal oak concept watches and can then buy one of the luxury watches at a bargain price. Audemars piguet audemars piguet royal oak wristwatches for. Reference 15202 also known as the jumbo remains over the years the most appreciated royal oak.
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