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Audemars Piguet
Ref. 26586IP
Royal Oak Ultra Thin RD#2
A technically advanced, ultra thin and extremely charming titanium and platinum automatic perpetual calendar wristwatch with moonphases, 24-hour indication, integrated bracelet, certificate and box
- Estimate
- CHF100,000 - 200,000€108,000 - 215,000$122,000 - 245,000
CHF165,100
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Audemars Piguet
- Year
- Circa 2022
- Reference No
- 26586IP
- Case No
- MJ0587Y
- Model Name
- Royal Oak Ultra Thin RD#2
- Material
- Titanium case and platinum bezel
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 5133, 37 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Titanium and platinum Audemars Piguet integrated bracelet stamped "1240" to the endlinks, max length 180mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- Titanium Audemars Piguet double deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 41mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Audemars Piguet Warranty card, numbered hangtag, setting pin, massive wooden presentation box and outer packaging.
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Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
In 2018, Audemars Piguet unveiled the RD#2, with "RD" signifying "Research and Development," a department dedicated to pushing the boundaries of traditional watchmaking through technological advancements and breakthroughs.
At a mere 2.89mm thickness, the RD#2's movement surpassed even the simplest three-hand ultra-thin caliber already in production at the time. Audemars Piguet then reduced the case thickness to a remarkable 6.3mm, subtly altering the iconic octagonal Royal Oak shape to integrate the perpetual calendar mechanism seamlessly. The traditional petite tapisserie dial, synonymous with Royal Oak designs, was entirely omitted, opting instead for a sleek, futuristic matte blue dial, possibly to reduce dial thickness to the minimum. The outcome is undeniably contemporary, distinguishing the reference 26586IP from other Royal Oak perpetual calendar models currently available.
At the heart of the RD#2 Perpetual Calendar is the perpetual calendar complication, a hallmark of haute horlogerie that accurately tracks the date, day, month, leap year, and moon phase. What further sets this timepiece apart is the meticulous attention to detail and the innovative use of materials—the combination of polished platinum and brushed titanium results in a timepiece that exudes elegance while embracing modernity and functionality.
Offered in virtually "like new" condition and, of course, accompanied by its warranty card and box, this is a rare and not-to-be-missed opportunity to obtain one of the most aesthetically pleasing, technically sophisticated and sought-after timepieces from Audemars Piguet.
At a mere 2.89mm thickness, the RD#2's movement surpassed even the simplest three-hand ultra-thin caliber already in production at the time. Audemars Piguet then reduced the case thickness to a remarkable 6.3mm, subtly altering the iconic octagonal Royal Oak shape to integrate the perpetual calendar mechanism seamlessly. The traditional petite tapisserie dial, synonymous with Royal Oak designs, was entirely omitted, opting instead for a sleek, futuristic matte blue dial, possibly to reduce dial thickness to the minimum. The outcome is undeniably contemporary, distinguishing the reference 26586IP from other Royal Oak perpetual calendar models currently available.
At the heart of the RD#2 Perpetual Calendar is the perpetual calendar complication, a hallmark of haute horlogerie that accurately tracks the date, day, month, leap year, and moon phase. What further sets this timepiece apart is the meticulous attention to detail and the innovative use of materials—the combination of polished platinum and brushed titanium results in a timepiece that exudes elegance while embracing modernity and functionality.
Offered in virtually "like new" condition and, of course, accompanied by its warranty card and box, this is a rare and not-to-be-missed opportunity to obtain one of the most aesthetically pleasing, technically sophisticated and sought-after timepieces from Audemars Piguet.
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.