![]() ![]() Each letter is connected with links approximately the size of a hair and placed on the dial by hand. Made of thin layers of 24-carat gold, the signature is achieved through a chemical process akin to 3D printing known as galvanic growth. Now, the brand is using the same embossed signature as used on Code 11.59. Looking at the dial in more detail, there’s a new AUDEMARS PIGUET signature, replacing the applied AP monogram and printed text used in past collections. In the same vein, the proportions of the hour markers of the new self-winding chronographs and self-winding time-and-date timepieces have been standardised according to the different diameters. Design-wise, the hour markers and hands retain the same aesthetics as before, yet the size has been harmonised across the whole collection, regardless of diameter and material. The idea with the 2022 update of the Royal Oak Selfwinding models is to bring coherence. Audemars Piguet adds subtle touches without drastically changing the overall idea of the tapisserie pattern, which has been associated with the Royal Oak since its very creation. Furthermore, the links are thinner throughout the bracelet and therefore lighter, enhancing the comfort on the wrist – this evolution of the design was actually introduced discreetly on Royal Oak models in gold a few years ago but now finds its way into the whole collection, including steel and titanium models. This more pronounced decrease in thickness brings forward the bracelet’s taper for more visual appeal. Indeed, to accentuate the case’s slenderness and add a bit of refinement, the integrated bracelet’s first four links are now trapezoid in shape and no longer parallel. ![]() ![]() Those, and they are many, who were looking forward to the Royal Oak remaining true to its origins will be pleased.Īnother evolution concerns the transition between case and bracelet and the way the whole tapers to the clasp. Those who were expecting the Royal Oak to change will be disappointed. And the way the collection is articulated – read Selfwinding time-and-date watches in 34mm, 37mm and 41mm, as well as two Selfwinding Chronographs in 38mm and 41mm – hasn’t been touched either. It’s still a sports watch with an integrated bracelet it still features an octagonal bezel with eight screws it is still a proper luxury watch and it still features a tapisserie pattern on the dial. The collection that Audemars Piguet releases in the frame of the 50 years of the Royal Oak is about subtle, minimal updates without altering the original concept of the RO collection. Don’t expect a complete redesign or entirely new models. We’re not looking at a complete overhaul of the Royal Oak. The 2022 Updates on the Royal Oak Collection But let’s look at this new collection to understand what has changed. And, a little spoiler, these evolutions will also concern the Royal Oak Selfwinding 41mm and 34mm in the second half of 2022. First, concerning the Royal Oak Selfwinding 37mm and Selfwinding Chronographs 38mm & 41mm, the evolutions will be focusing on details from the case and bracelet and dial design/colours. The design invented by Genta in 1972 is still alive and well and almost intact. Be reassured we’re talking small touches to make these models slightly more refined or mechanically more modern. In fact, throughout 2022, the entire permanent Royal Oak collection will be updated. While the stars of the show for the celebrations of the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary were, without a doubt, the new Extra-Thin 16202 and the Openworked 16204, Audemars Piguet won’t only be looking at the Jumbo models. ![]()
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