In January 2022, in Brassus, Audemars Piguet, the Swiss luxury watchmaking brand, celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak collection by introducing a new rendition – the Royal Oak Automatic 34mm timepiece crafted from black ceramic, featuring innovative design details. While the design of the watch case remains unchanged, the black dial showcases a fresh design that will debut in selected 34mm, 37mm, 38mm, and 41mm models of the Royal Oak collection in 2022. Additionally, this new timepiece is equipped with a dedicated automatic movement, specially crafted for the anniversary edition of the Royal Oak collection.
Similar to last year’s release, the new Royal Oak Automatic 34mm timepiece features a black “Grande Tapisserie” patterned guilloché dial, offering a striking contrast with the shimmering rose gold accents. The dial’s details have been updated, and this fresh design will debut in selected 34mm, 37mm, 38mm, and 41mm models of the Royal Oak collection in 2022.
The brand new Audemars Piguet logo, crafted in 24K rose gold using electroplating technology (similar to the chemical process of 3D printing), adorns the dial. Each letter is delicately connected by fine lines, barely visible to the naked eye, and meticulously hand-set onto the dial with nearly imperceptible micro claws. Positioned at the 12 o’clock position, this elongated logo replaces the “AP” initials, offering a visually streamlined appearance.
While retaining the overall aesthetic style of the Royal Oak collection, adjustments have been made to the size and length of the hour markers and hands on the dial. These modifications align with those of the anniversary edition automatic and chronograph models of the collection, ensuring enhanced legibility for time reading.
Continuing the design language introduced with last year’s models, the new timepiece features black ceramic casing and bracelet adorned with hexagonal screws crafted from 18K rose gold. These screws serve the dual purpose of securing the bezel to the case while also offering a subtle two-tone contrast. All components of the case and bracelet undergo Audemars Piguet‘s signature alternation of satin-brushing and polished chamfers, resulting in a rich interplay of light and shadow.
The design of the black ceramic bracelet has been refined for enhanced visual allure. The connecting links and fixing pins are now seamlessly integrated into the bracelet, no longer protruding from the sides, thereby achieving a cleaner aesthetic.
50th Anniversary Edition exclusive automatic rotor
Through the sapphire crystal caseback, crafted in titanium, one can admire the intricate architecture of the Calibre 5800 movement. This movement is equipped with an anniversary edition exclusive automatic oscillating weight made of 22K rose gold, bearing the engraving “50 YEARS” and the Audemars Piguet brand name. The tone of the automatic oscillating weight harmonizes with the rose gold accents of the timepiece, undergoing a meticulous process of satin-brushing, micro-bead blasting, and polished chamfering, epitomizing elegance.
In 2022, all newly introduced Royal Oak anniversary edition timepieces by Audemars Piguet will be equipped with this exclusive 50th-anniversary automatic oscillating weight.
“Born in Le Brassus, raised around the world.”
Technical Parameters
Royal Oak automatic winding watch // diameter 34 mm
77350CE.OO.1266CE.01.A
Functions hours, minutes, central seconds, date display
Case Black ceramic case, 8.8 mm thick, 18K rose gold screws, anti-reflective sapphire crystal and titanium bottom, water-resistant to 50 meters
Dial Black dial with “Grande Tapisserie” pattern, rose gold applied hour-markers and Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating
Strap Black ceramic strap with titanium AP folding clasp
Movement Caliber 5800 self-winding in-house movement
Overall diameter 23.9 mm (10 ½ lignes)
Total thickness 4.0 mm
Number of gems 29
Number of parts 186
Power reserve guaranteed at least 50 hours
Balance frequency 4 Hz (28,800 times/hour)
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