The Royal Oak is a legendary wristwatch that boasts a wide octagonal case shape and 8 hexagonal screws around its bezel. The recognizable porthole-inspired design of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak makes it a popular collectible piece that retains its value well on the pre-owned market due to such high demand. The luxury watch collection is home to top-end models equipped with tourbillons, perpetual calendars, and minute repeaters. Despite these high-end models, there are also various entry-level models, demonstrating the vast array of diverse timepieces that appeal to both first time investors and experienced collectors alike.

The popular Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watches outlined in this guide have the potential to appreciate in value. The birth of the first timepiece from the collection revolutionized the watch industry. The avant-garde porthole-inspired design comes in various case sizes – the 39mm variation of which was once considered large during the ’70s, gaining it a nickname of “Jumbo”. Here’s an overview of some of the most popular Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watches, which should give you some useful pointers towards finding the perfect watch for you from this innovative collection.

This Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin watch from Audemars Piguet is a modern interpretation of the model 5402ST – a 1970’s cultural icon from the steel sports watch world. The model has been equipped with a modified movement – the Selfwinding Manufacture Calibre 2121, which performs at a frequency of 19,800 vibrations per hour behind a sapphire crystal caseback. Its faithful design has been superbly executed, featuring a rugged stainless steel bracelet to match its case and a blue dial decorated with the famous “Tapisserie” pattern. Its 39mm case is especially comfortable on a slender wrist. The Royal Oak Jumbo was the first to feature an integrated bracelet. The fact that the band attaches directly into the case enhances a robust and ultra-resilient case design. This Royal Oak watch, emblazoned with the famous “AP” lettering upon the surface of its dial is most certainly a statement-making design, encompassed inside compact dimensions.

The case of this sleek Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar watch is crafted from hand-finished black ceramic and takes residence upon the wrist at a broad 41mm diameter. The all-black design melds a stealth-like charm with some of the brand’s most impressive mechanical engineering. The watch features a day, date, month, astronomical moon, and week of the year indicator as well as leap year indication. Of course, there are no details missed in the execution of this popular Royal Oak watch. Its Grande Tapisserie dial is as obvious as ever, despite being applied to a deep velvety black backdrop. The 41mm watch features a matching black ceramic bracelet with a titanium AP folding clasp. The in-house heart is that of the Calibre 5134, which not only provides you with a broad feature spec but also a 40-hour power reserve. This is the ultimate Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watch to own if you want a wristwatch that pairs with smart evening attire whilst you keep track of a busy schedule.

With a smoked blue dial that graduates in darkness as it folds out to the edge of the display, this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watch is a popular addition to any collection thanks to its familiar shape, style, and reliability. The timepiece features a case crafted from lightweight titanium with platinum accents seen in the bezel and the links of the integrated bracelet. The 39mm model is part of the faithful “Jumbo” line and presents the time via a “Petite Tapisserie” dial with white gold applied hour markers alongside a set of unmistakeable AP hands. If complications aren’t your thing and you prefer the elegant look of a simplified dial format - the layout of this classic two-handed Royal Oak watch will grant you quick access to the time and date whenever you need it.

Audemars Piguet steps up the design of this Royal Oak watch with a sunburst “Evolutive” pattern in deep smoky blue tones. The tourbillon put on full view takes pride of place at the 6 o’clock location, whilst the back of the case is equipped with another sheet of sapphire glass to grant a clear view into the rest of the movement. The dial of this captivating Royal Oak watch is popular for those who like to muse over the inner working of a complex mechanical movement. The Calibre 2924 Manufacture performs inside a 41mm lightweight titanium case equipped with 50-meter water resistance. The luminescent coating on the hands and hour markers of this popular Royal Oak watch will enable you to reference the time at a quick glance come day or night.

One of the simplest designs from the iconic Royal Oak line is the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding watch. This 41mm model ref: 15500ST.OO.1220ST.01 features a screw-locked crown to help it uphold its 50-meter water resistance. An integrated stainless steel bracelet provides a snug fit around the wrist for wearing 24/7. Powered by the natural movements of your wrist, this Royal Oak watch won’t let you down. The self-winding Manufacture caliber 4302 beats at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour and provides a useful 70-hour power reserve for those occasions where you may want to alternate it with another watch. The baton markers around the hour track marry perfectly with a set of AP hands that will guarantee you access to the passing minutes of the day, whilst a simple date aperture at 3 o’clock ensures you won’t forget those important dates throughout the month.

The Royal Oak is the flagship watch of Ademaurs Piguet that will never get out fashion. A safe and fine choice.

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