Audemars Piguet flags off its 2025 releases

To commemorate its 150th anniversary, Audemars Piguet has brought forth a slew of releases across its Royal Oak and Code 11.59 lines. There are two new Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronographs in ceramic, a Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Openworked “150th Anniversary” limited edition, and two self-winding perpetual calendars. In Code 11.59, there are nine new watches including a perpetual calendar, five Grande Sonnerie Carillon Supersonneries, two new Code 11.59 in stainless steel, and a flying tourbillon.

Royal Oak Selfwinding Perpetual Calendar

What’s leading the grand releases is a new Caliber 7138 perpetual calendar movement, featured in the three newly introduced perpetual calendars. The brand is calling it the all-in-one crown movement, as it can entirely be set via the crown, eliminating the use of a stylus and pusher. The presence of new calibre enables the brand to enhance the case design and also lets the user adjust complications without the hassle of finding an external tool and risking scratches on the case. The Calibre 7138 is built on the brand’s patented innovation launched in 2018. The 4.1mm thin movement has all perpetual calendar functions in one single layer.

Code 11.59 Perpetual Calendar

“Calibre 7138 represents a major innovation in the design of perpetual calendars. By placing ergonomics at the heart of our research and development, we have created a unique correction mechanism that allows all adjustments to be made via the crown. In addition to making this high complication easy to use, we also worked on the overall aesthetics to combine high legibility with timeless refinement,” says Lucas Raggi, Research and Development Director, Audemars Piguet.

Grande Sonnerie Carillon Supersonnerie

The Supersonnerie models are equipped with the hand-wound Calibre 2956, with the patented Supersonnerie technology launched in the Royal Oak Concept collection (RD#1) in 2015, while the flying tourbillon version has a Calibre 2968 beating inside. The watches appear in either stainless steel, 18K white gold, pink gold, ceramic, or the brand’s patented sand gold.

Grande Sonnerie Carillon Supersonnerie

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Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon Automatic

Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Flying Tourbillon Automatic

Audemars Piguet is expanding its Code 11.59 collection with an elegant 38mm model that combines for the first time a self-winding flying tourbillon (Calibre 2968) and a luxurious design in 18K sand gold set with diamonds.

The extra-thin Calibre 2968 - only 3.4mm high - combines high precision with refined aesthetics. The peripherally driven titanium cage improves energy distribution and emphasizes artistic mechanics. The sapphire crystal case back reveals the filigree decorated movement with a power reserve of 50 hours.

The 18K sand gold case with 235 brilliant-cut diamonds (~1.2 carats) changes between white and rose gold depending on the light. A beige alligator strap with a diamond-set folding clasp completes the exclusive design. The reference 26665SG.ZZ.D209CR.01 costs 188,300 euros or Rs. 1,72,00,000 (approx.).

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"At Audemars Piguet, our customers are the catalyst for mechanical and design innovation. They inspire us to create a variety of avant-garde watches that are always one step ahead of their evolving tastes and expectations. This integrative impulse has driven our watchmakers and engineers since the company's founding. With its sophisticated flying tourbillon and diamond-set sand gold case, the new 38 mm Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet adorns the wrist with an uncompromising blend of cutting-edge technology and supreme elegance," says Ilaria Resta, CEO, Audemars Piguet.

Audemars Piguet: Royal Oak Offshore Collection with Ceramic

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Ceramic 43 mm in black

Audemars Piguet also presents two new Royal Oak Offshore chronographs with ceramic cases. The brand has been experimenting with ceramic since the 1980s. Ceramic manufacturing requires the utmost precision to ensure the highest level of colour and finish. The new models continue this evolution and underline the brand's aesthetics and technical excellence.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Ceramic 43 mm in Green, Reference 26420CE.OO.A063VE.01

The first model combines a 43mm black ceramic case with green ceramic elements and titanium accents. The second model features a monochrome design with a 42mm case and a fully integrated black ceramic bracelet. The dials feature the brand's "Méga Tapisserie" motif.

Both watches are equipped with state-of-the-art automatic movements Calibres 4401 and 4404, which are visible through the sapphire crystal case back and each has a power reserve of 70 hours. The reference 26420CE.OO.A063VE.01 (green) costs 57,700 euros or Rs. 52,70,000 (approx.) the black Varoante 26238CE.OO.1300CE.02 costs 85,900 euros or 78,46,000 (approx.)

Stainless steel and shades of grey for the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet

Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Chronograph 41 mm “Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50”

Audemars Piguet presents two new stainless steel models of the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet in 41mm with a slate grey dial and accents in “Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50”. Available as a three-hand watch with a date and as a chronograph, the timepieces are characterized by an elegant aesthetic.

The stainless steel case features a mix of polished and satin-finished surfaces. The dials, embossed with a wave-shaped motif, were designed in collaboration with the Swiss guillocheur Yann von Kaenel. The double-domed sapphire crystal highlights the fine details.

Technically equipped with the Calibres 4302 (automatic) and 4401 (chronograph), the models offer precise timekeeping, a flyback function (chronograph) and a power reserve of 70 hours. The sapphire crystal case back reveals the elegant oscillating weight made of 22K rose gold and the fine haute horlogerie finishes.

Both models have a grey rubber strap with calf leather lining and a stainless steel pin buckle. Prices for the models with reference 15210ST.OO.A009KB.01 start at 25,800 euros or Rs. 23,56,000 (approx.), while the chronograph is available as reference 26393ST.OO.A009KB.01 for 35,600 euros or Rs. 32,51,000 (approx.).

Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Squelette "150th Anniversary" - Limited Edition

Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Squelette "150th Anniversary"

Audemars Piguet celebrates its 150th anniversary with a limited edition of the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Squelette. This watch, the last to feature the Calibre 5135, combines traditional watchmaking with innovative materials such as titanium and Bulk Metallic Glass (BMG).

Its design is inspired by a historical pocket watch, with an open sapphire dial, blue accents and white gold hands with luminous coating. The moon phase display shows the lunar cycle from two perspectives - the northern and southern hemispheres.

The automatic Calibre 5135 automatically takes leap years into account and will not require correction until 2100. The watch has a power reserve of 40 hours. The 41 mm titanium case with polished BMG bezel offers a perfect balance of elegance and technology.

Limited to 150 pieces, the model features special anniversary engravings and is water resistant to 20 m. Price: 221,100 euros or Rs. 2,01,97,000 (approx.)

This article first appeared in WatchTime.net. Here it hass been updated with added information by

Somya Rauthan.

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