The story of this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore
The House of Audemars Piguet constantly pushes back the limits of high-end sports watchmaking. Born from the friendship between the Le Brassus manufacture and Italian racing driver Jarno Trulli, the Royal Oak Offshore bearing reference 26202AU.OO.D002CA.01 came to life as an edition strictly limited to 500 pieces worldwide. Its development served as a true innovation laboratory for the brand’s engineers. This piece integrates one of the House’s first technical achievements in the machining of Cermet. This composite combining ceramic and metal, traditionally used for aerospace thermal shields and single-seater brake systems, gives the bezel extreme scratch resistance while capturing the light with singular depth.
Case, calibre and bracelet of this Royal Oak Offshore
The architecture of this piece is built around an imposing 42 mm case crafted in forged carbon. Its dark organic marbling makes each example unique. The matte grey Cermet bezel contrasts subtly with the asymmetrical pushers and screw-down crown made of microblasted titanium. Beneath the sapphire crystal, the slate-grey dial features the famous Méga Tapisserie motif, punctuated by red hands linked to the chronograph function. The sapphire caseback reveals the self-winding manufacture calibre 3126/3840, comprising 365 meticulously assembled components. This movement beats at a frequency of 3 Hz and guarantees a solid 50-hour power reserve. Energy is stored by a profiled 22-carat gold oscillating weight with a dark galvanic treatment. The whole is secured on the wrist by a vivid red rubber strap fitted with a titanium folding clasp.
Why this Audemars Piguet watch
Acquiring this limited edition of 500 pieces allows one to own a true historical and technical milestone of the brand. Variations combining forged carbon and Cermet remain particularly difficult to find on the secondary market. Its colour palette, echoing asphalt and the bright red of the paddocks, gives it a radical visual identity. Now impossible to find in official boutiques, this configuration speaks directly to demanding enthusiasts seeking a sports chronograph with undeniable mechanical legitimacy and a design conceived to withstand the most intense environments.
Delivered contents and condition
This 2011 chronograph is presented in a complete and perfectly preserved set. The black presentation box specific to this limited edition, adorned with the driver’s signature, accompanies the instruction manuals and the original warranty booklet. The piece is in a very good state of preservation and reveals light external signs of wear inherent to respectful use over the years. The advanced technical materials ensure remarkable integrity throughout. A polish of the rare metal elements can be carried out on simple request in order to perfect its aesthetic.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece. This creation benefits from a full 24-month mechanical warranty. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. Leader in pre-owned goods in Switzerland and backed by the largest boutique network, we offer online reservation for an in-store fitting and collection or fully secured international shipping.
* Very good condition – watch already worn and polished. Light external signs of wear. Case and bracelet in excellent overall condition.
