The criteria for choosing watches have entered a new phase.
In the past, there were rules that were conscious of the scene in which they were used, but now they place more emphasis on their own “individuality” and the “story” of the watch. New initiatives are increasing, such as designs and sizes that transcend gender and style, environmentally friendly materials, performance that overturns conventional wisdom, and collaborations with different genres.
We will introduce how to enjoy choosing such a watch “from now on” by focusing on the elements of “hyper spec” and “more value” through the charm of the “Audemars Piguet” model.
High complication of the near future with the concept
Audemars Piguet, which owns a special watch workshop, has produced many hyper-spec watches. At the heart of this is the Royal Oak Concept, which was launched in 2002, the 30th anniversary of the birth of Royal Oak. Although it is called a concept, it is by no means a fancy watch and is suitable for practical use. While inheriting the company’s characteristic octagonal bezel, it is equipped with a multi-sided case, special materials, and a high complication mechanism centered on the tourbillon, and the whole is organized in a modern design.
The Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT has been a hit since its birth in 2011 while changing materials and coloring, and new products with elaborate coloring are appearing again this year. In particular Japan limited edition models incorporate a warm burgundy color into the dial, minute ring, and strap, adding fashion appeal to the powerful design. Limited edition models aimed at the Japan market, where there are many discerning watch lovers, are so popular that they attract the attention of other countries. In that respect, it can be said that it is a watch with even more value.
Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT Japan Limited Edition
High complication with flying tourbillon at 9 o’clock, crown position indicator at 6 o’clock and GMT display at 3 o’clock. The GMT display, which is operated by a push button at 4 o’clock, has two disks overlapping, and while the numeric disc circles in 12 hours, the day/night display circles in 24 hours. Manual winding. Sandblasted titanium, case diameter 44mm, water resistant to 10 bar. Limited Japan. Please inquire about prices.
The movement is the in-house calibre 2954. It became a twin barrel and realized a long power reserve of about 237 hours despite the complex mechanism. The skeleton finish on the back side is also beautiful.
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Contact=Audemars Piguet Japan Tel.03-6830-0000
Text = Tetsuo Shinoda Photo = Shoichi Kondo
(ENGINE January 2023)
