Audemars Piguet
Royal Oak Offshore Montenapoleone
What are the features that make a watch a “collectible” one? In this column we have listed several.
To sum them up we could easily say that a watch will be “collectible” if it satisfies at least one of these preconditions: an above-average qualitative construction, as so to remain over time an example oh high watch-making or a precursor of following models; a significant coat of arms, matching it to a story or a set of models whose importance is destined to last over time; being connected to a memorable event, characterizing it even aesthetically, making it original and exclusive; being part of a series of limited samples, individually numbered and on sale only in a specific store. When a model contains all these features, then it is likely that it will be remembered in the future: as it will most definitely happen with the Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Montenapoleone, exclusively created for the Audemars Piguet boutique in Milan.
It is a special edition, of only 50 items, characterized by the chromatic choice of the green dial/watch strap, personalized with Montenapoleone written on the bottom. Obviously all the style and construction codes of the Royal Oak Offshore collection are followed: the case is conceived of as to protect the mechanism from any external aggression; octagonal bezel with hexagonal screws; waterproof gasket visible between the case and the bezel; exclusive «Méga Tapisserie» dial; strap perfectly integrated in the case.
It is powered by the in-house 3126 self-winding caliber Audermars Piguet. Among its features: 60 hours power reserve due to the barrel-spring that, by supplying a longer-lasting constant force, increases the walking precision; the stability of the movement is further reinforced by the cross-through balance bridge. The balance is also fitted with eight inertia blocks enabling extremely fine adjustment, while a 22-carat gold ball-bearing mounted rotor ensures bidirectional automatic winding.
To sum up, a fine watch, appreciated by the most demanding collectors and to them dedicated.
Paolo Gobbi
Accessories, Cult Products, Men, Watches, Women,
Tags: 3126 self-winding caliber Audermars Piguet, Audemars Piguet boutique, «Méga Tapisserie», collectible watch, Milan, Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Montenapoleone
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