What size was the original Royal Oak?
42 mm
In 1993, Audemars introduced the Royal Oak Offshore, which revamped the Genta’s original design as a muscular package of 42 mm diameter and 15 mm in thickness. Nicknamed “the Beast” for the unprecedented, massive case size, this souped up reimagining of the iconic Royal Oak set the trend of large-sized watches.
What is the difference between 15400 and 15500?
The most recent Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 received a stellar update in 2019 according to these critics. The timepiece has quite a few changes from the 15400. Although the diameter is still set at 41mm, the thickness has been increased to 10.4mm – up from 9.8mm.
Why is Royal Oak expensive?
The reason why these watches have a higher price tag is because Audemar doesn’t produce large quantities of watches so they need to sell them for more and also it takes longer to produce a single watch because of their hands on manufacturing process.
When was the 15400 discontinued?
2012
15500, replacing the ref. 15400 that came out back in 2012. The ref. 15500 is still a 41mm, automatic Royal Oak with classic looks, but the proportions and detailing have been updated with increased legibility and cleanliness in mind.
Did Hublot Copy AP?
No. This is a Royal Oak. In 2004, Jean Claude Biver joined Hublot as CEO and had a new vision for the company. So, they did all of that but retained the rubber strap, since that’s what Hublot is known for.
Is Audemars Piguet worth the money?
Do Audemars Piguet watches hold their value? Yes, they hold their value very well and more than many other watchmakers but on average they hold their value slightly less compared to Rolex or Patek which are the top two when it comes to holding value.
How much does a Audemars Piguet Royal Oak weight?
171.2 grams
The bracelet has the exact same construction and impeccable brushed finished like the rest of the Royal Oaks and the watch has a total weight of 171.2 grams. Another great thing about this new Royal Oak ref.
What is Hublot King Gold?
Materials King Gold. As a master of fusion and an alchemist of precious metals, Hublot has developed a new gold color with a warmer shade than the traditional 5N 18K gold. Containing mainly platinum, this exclusive King Gold alloy perfectly lends itself to all elements of polishing and satin finishing.
What is the difference between the Royal Oak 15400 and 15450?
The 15400 features a larger case diameter at 41mm along with a slightly thicker profile at 9.8mm. It’s worth noting that AP also released the 37mm ref. 15450 that same year for those looking for a smaller version of the Royal Oak.
What is the difference between the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15400 and 15450?
The 15400 features a larger case diameter at 41mm along with a slightly thicker profile at 9.8mm. It’s worth noting that AP also released the 37mm ref. 15450 that same year for those looking for a smaller version of the Royal Oak. In addition to the larger case size, Audemars Piguet also tweaked the tapisserie dial slightly.
Why is the Royal Oak 39mm?
The Royal Oak has been 39mm since the day Genta designed it. Sure, there were a few smaller ones here and there, but 39mm is the size that made the Royal Oak what it is – whether you’re talking about the ultra-thin Jumbo or the basic self-winding 15300 (now 15400 in 41mm).
What kind of movement does a Royal Oak 15300 have?
The ref. 15300 sports a 39mm case and is, of course, topped with the Royal Oak’s signature eight-sided bezel with the exposed screws. Inside the 9.4mm thick case is the in-house Audemars Piguet Caliber 3120 automatic movement, which had made its debut in 2003 in the Jules Audemars collection.