In 2018, Audemars Piguet introduced the RD#2, “RD” standing for “research and development”, which featured the thinnest self-winding perpetual calendar movement to date. At 2.89mm, it was even thinner than the simple three-hand ultra-thin caliber already in production. Audemars Piguet subsequently sized down the case to a mere 6.3mm thickness, and subtly redesigned the familiar octagonal Royal Oak shape to allow for the integrated perpetual calendar mechanism.

For the production version, Audemars Piguet most visibly replaced the fully platinum case and bracelet with a stunning combination of lightweight titanium and noble platinum for the bezel and bracelet links. Most strikingly, the petite tapisserie dial so affiliated with Royal Oak designs was completely done away with, and a sleek, futuristic matte blue dial was chosen, perhaps to minimize the thickness of the dial as much as possible. The result is distinctly modern and sets the reference 26586IP apart from other Royal Oak perpetual calendar offerings currently on the market.

Offered in absolutely brand-new condition, with all of its original accessories and from the original owner, this is a rare and not-to-be-missed opportunity to obtain one of the most aesthetically pleasing and technically advanced timepieces from Audemars Piguet.

All proceeds exceeding the cost for the consignor will be donated to charities supporting access to medical care for families in need and orphanages.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER