The newly released Audemars Piguet watch 2021
Audemars Piguet is still one of the elite luxury fake watch manufacturers in the world, and the new release of the Royal Oak series is always exciting. This year, six new Royal Oak models were released and a series of variants were provided to allow the brand to unleash its creativity while also providing buyers with a large number of options.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the six new models of the Royal Oak collection, outline their main features, explore their appeal, and explain the different choices of materials and dial colors for buyers.
Royal Oak Offshore Diver | 15720ST
Audemars Piguet launched three new models in the Royal Oak Offshore Diver series in 2021. All three variants of Ref. The 15720ST Offshore is made of stainless steel and is powered by the new Calibre 4308 movement, which provides excellent accuracy, as well as seconds and instantaneous date display. Available in blue, gray and khaki dials, these models retain the 42 mm case size previously associated with the Offshore Diver series.
One of the most important new features is the quick release strap function. This allows the strap to be removed from the main case with the push of a button, and each new Royal Oak Offshore Diver model comes with two straps, allowing buyers to quickly use it and change the watch according to its appearance The appearance they need that day.
The dial itself is also slightly different from the previous Offshore Diver model, with the initials “AP” replacing the words “Audemars Piguet” near the top, and a new dial marking is also provided.
Royal Oak Automatic Chronograph | 26331OR
Another new series launched in 2021 is the Royal Oak Automatic Chronograph Collection. All styles are made of 18k rose gold, and the case size is 41 mm. These timepieces also marked the first time that the series was equipped with the latest self-winding chronograph movement Calibre 4401.
From a visual point of view, there are a total of four options. The first two options come with a rose gold bracelet to provide a consistent aesthetic, the choice here is a brown or blue dial. Or, the new model also offers a leather strap. Here, the choice of brown or blue dial is also matched with brown or blue strap.
The dial of the new Royal Oak Automatic Chronograph is also decorated with the classic “Grande Tapisserie” pattern, while the small dial is made of rose gold to create a coherent, stylish and practical timepiece.
Royal Oak Offshore 43mm Chronograph | 26420ST
When it was first launched in 1993, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph represented the first Royal Oak model with a chronograph function, and its size and dimensions earned it the nickname “The Beast”. The 2021 update still retains the key elements of the original design, but brings it into modernity.
It is the first model in the Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph series to be equipped with the brand’s new self-winding flyback chronograph Calibre 4401. There are five styles, you can choose stainless steel, rose gold or titanium as the case material. The rose gold version has a black dial, the stainless steel version has a black or light brown dial, and the titanium option has a blue or gray dial color.
The dial itself is very balanced, with sub-dials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions, and a date display window between the 4 o’clock and 5 o’clock dial markings. The quick release strap also allows visual flexibility.
Green Royal Oak Timepiece | 26534TI & 15202PT
Some other new products in 2021 include various Royal Oak watches with green dials. This includes the Royal Oak “Jumbo” ultra-thin model made of all 950 platinum, and three new models in the self-winding flying tourbillon series.
However, in terms of green-tone Royal Oak timepieces, the most eye-catching new addition may be the new 18k gold Royal Oak automatic chronograph. This special addition is a limited edition release, only 125 pieces were sold, with the words “Limited Edition” engraved on the bottom cover.
Ultimately, this means that buyers of these different models can now choose another dial color. The green dial contrasts sharply with platinum or gold, providing a refined, eye-catching aesthetic.
Royal Oak Concept Black Panther Special Edition
The newly launched Black Panther Special Edition is inspired by the suits in the Marvel movie “Black Panther” and is part of the Royal Oak Concept Series. The 42mm model features a futuristic design, flying tourbillon complications, sandblasted titanium case, black ceramic bezel and Calibre 2965 movement.
However, the main attraction of this limited edition watch is the unique appearance of the dial, which uses a hand-painted 3D depiction of the full suit of the superhero Panther. This Black Panther character is made of platinum and is made by a combination of handwork and laser engraving.
The combination of the purple inner bezel and the matching purple rubber strap provides the finishing touch.
Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon
Finally, another new member of the Royal Oak Concept Series is the Royal Oak Concept Frosted Gold Flying Tourbillon. The watch is available in 18k rose gold or 18k white gold. As the name suggests, the case is finished in frosted gold, which is luxurious and elegant.
This marks the first time that the Royal Oak Concept Series has added a matte gold style to the series. This old-fashioned technology combined with the flying tourbillon itself provides the watch with a sense of tradition, in sharp contrast to the highly modern hollow design of the watch itself.
Like other new versions, this model is also equipped with a new interchangeable strap system.
Last word
Audemars Piguet‘s new release in 2021 respects the lineage of the Royal Oak name, while helping to push the series forward through more choices, new complications and various new design features.