8115
Audemars Piguet
Ref. 25721ST.O.1OOOST.01
Royal Oak Offshore “The Beast”
An early, well-preserved and very rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with date, tachymeter scale, bracelet, warranty and presentation box
- Estimate
- HK$120,000 - 200,000€14,200 - 23,600$15,400 - 25,600
HK$190,500
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- Circa 1993
- Reference No
- 25721ST.O.1OOOST.01
- Movement No
- 480’329
- Case No
- E15’670, No. 1,607
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Offshore “The Beast”
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 2226/2840, 54 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet, max length 185mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 42mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by undated Audemars Piguet warranty, product literature, hang tag, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
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Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
- In 1993, Audemars Piguet launched a chronograph evolution of its seminal Royal Oak: the Royal Oak Offshore. This contemporary interpretation of the icon that debuted in 1972 was originally introduced in stainless steel housing a vivid blue dial. The Royal Oak Offshore was swiftly embraced by devotees and defined the burgeoning genre of oversized sports watches.
- The inaugural ref. 25721ST, fittingly nicknamed “The Beast” given its audacious 42mm stature, revolutionised prevailing watchmaking conventions and heralded dimensions now considered canonical. Incorporating a chronograph complication paired with silicone-capped pushers and crown, an integrated bracelet with robust rounded links, and a visible gasket accentuating its rugged persona, “The Beast” is powered by a Jaeger-LeCoultre based cal. 2226/2840 secured within an anti-magnetic inner case. Despite its amplified proportions, its guilloché tappiserie dial perpetuates the Royal Oak aesthetic.
- The commercial triumph of the Royal Oak Offshore has spawned over 100 permutations since its debut. With its commanding wrist presence, the Royal Oak Offshore has attained icon status and can be recognized from afar.
- The present Royal Oak Offshore ref. 25721ST is a rare gem. Its spectacular blue dial has developed a sublime tropical patina over years of age, suffusing it with warmth and character. As the second series of its reference from the E serials, accompanied by its original guarantee and presentation case, this beautiful example remains in exceptionally attractive condition.
- The inaugural ref. 25721ST, fittingly nicknamed “The Beast” given its audacious 42mm stature, revolutionised prevailing watchmaking conventions and heralded dimensions now considered canonical. Incorporating a chronograph complication paired with silicone-capped pushers and crown, an integrated bracelet with robust rounded links, and a visible gasket accentuating its rugged persona, “The Beast” is powered by a Jaeger-LeCoultre based cal. 2226/2840 secured within an anti-magnetic inner case. Despite its amplified proportions, its guilloché tappiserie dial perpetuates the Royal Oak aesthetic.
- The commercial triumph of the Royal Oak Offshore has spawned over 100 permutations since its debut. With its commanding wrist presence, the Royal Oak Offshore has attained icon status and can be recognized from afar.
- The present Royal Oak Offshore ref. 25721ST is a rare gem. Its spectacular blue dial has developed a sublime tropical patina over years of age, suffusing it with warmth and character. As the second series of its reference from the E serials, accompanied by its original guarantee and presentation case, this beautiful example remains in exceptionally attractive condition.
Audemars Piguet
Swiss | 1881A specialist in the manufacture of complications since it was established in 1881, Audemars Piguet never ceases to impress with a rich history of creating bold, even audacious, timepieces underpinned by traditional watchmaking at its finest. This Le Brassus-based Swiss manufacturer is one of only two major manufacturers still owned by the founding family. Since its earliest days, AP is considered a leader in the field of minute repeaters and grande complication pocket and wristwatches. The brand is devoted to preserving the history of watchmaking in the Vallée de Joux, showcased at their superb museum in Le Brassus.
Today, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.
Browse MakerToday, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.