Audemars Piguet

Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked

Reference Number :

26735SG.OO.1320SG.01

Series : Royal Oak

Retail Not Listed

This watch is not for sale, this page is just for reference purposes only. If you would like to purchase this watch, please contact Audemars Piguet. If you are interested in selling this watch to us, you can contact us here.

Quick TakeThe Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked ref. 26735SG.OO.1320SG.01 is a symphony of light and mechanical innovation. The 41mm case, crafted from a novel 18-carat sand gold alloy, plays with light, its color morphing between white and pink gold depending on the angle. The openworked dial showcases the intricate Calibre 2972, a mechanical marvel featuring a flying tourbillon complication that eliminates gravitational errors, all meticulously finished in sand-gold and rhodium tones. This captivating timepiece is a fusion of cutting-edge materials and exemplary watchmaking, a wrist-worn testament to the art of horology.

DescriptionThe Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked ref. 26735SG.OO.1320SG.01 boasts a complex and impressive technical profile. The 41mm case is crafted from 18-carat sand gold, a new Audemars Piguet innovation. This exclusive material is an 18-carat gold alloy that exhibits a unique interplay of light. Depending on the angle and intensity of light, the sand gold appears to subtly shift between white and pink gold hues. The case is further enhanced by a glareproofed sapphire crystal and caseback, allowing for unobstructed views of the intricate movement within. The watch offers a moderate water resistance of 50 meters, making it suitable for everyday wear but not for submersion.

The heart of the watch is the Audemars Piguet Calibre 2972, a self-winding mechanical movement featuring a flying tourbillon complication. This caliber is visible through the openworked dial, a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship that has gone into its creation. The openworked design removes material from the dial and bridges, revealing the inner workings of the movement without compromising its functionality. The remaining components are then given a luxurious sand-gold toned finish, complementing the case material. Certain elements, such as the tourbillon cage, are given a contrasting rhodium finish, creating a visually arresting interplay of colors and textures.

The Calibre 2972 features a flying tourbillon, a hallmark of high-end watchmaking. A tourbillon is a watch complication designed to counter the negative effects of gravity on a watch's timekeeping performance. By rotating the escapement within a cage, the tourbillon ensures that the regulating organ maintains a more consistent position relative to gravity, thereby mitigating positional timekeeping errors. A flying tourbillon differs from a traditional tourbillon in that its cage is supported on one side only, eliminating the need for a lower bridge and resulting in a more visually intricate and distinctive complication.

GenderMen

SignaturesAudemars Piguet

Country of OriginSwitzerland

Case Size41 mm

MovementAutomatic

Caliber2972

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Tourbillon

Power Reserve65 Hours

Case MaterialsSand Gold

Bezel MaterialsSand Gold

Lug MaterialsSand Gold

Case BackSapphire Crystal