Introduction
Now famed for their iconic sports watches, Audemars Piguet’s history as a classical watchmaker is often wrongfully overlooked, with timepieces like the Day-Date Moonphase ref. 25589BA that we have here standing as a wonderful testament to that very fact. Featuring an elegant stepped 18kt gold case with a white enamel dial featuring black Roman numerals and recessed subdials with elegant blued steel hands that contrast their white backdrop, this automatic timepiece is a timeless classic. Measuring a wonderfully wearable 33mm in diameter and sitting beautifully flat on the wrist, the ref. 25589 wears splendidly, as one would hope for a dress watch from the 80s.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Instruction Manual
Est. value range
$6,000 – $10,000
The Details
Brand
Audemars Piguet
Dimensions
33mm
Model
Day-Date Moonphase
Movement
Automatic cal. 2120
Reference
25589BA
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
Circa 1980s
Condition
Excellent
Material
18kt yellow gold
Included
Watch, box, and booklets (not warranty/guarantee papers)
Dial Color
White
THE DIAL
Featuring a bright white dial with black Roman numerals, recessed subdials, and thin hands, the ref. 25589BA retains an aesthetic that is in keeping with the classical style of the time.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Inspired by classical dress watches, the ref. 25589BA's 33mm 18kt yellow gold case wears with an understated presence on the wrist akin to the svelte designs that dominated mid-century style.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in overall excellent condition. The yellow gold case shows light surface scratches and small marks, while the case back retains well-defined engravings and still-legible hallmarks. The dial remains excellent, with a small crack visible in the enamel at the 53-minute marker. The hands remain clean. It is fitted with a black leather strap and a yellow gold Audemars Piguet pin buckle showing light surface scratches. Comes complete with inner and outer boxes, instruction booklet, and document holder.
Please note: The watch ticks at time of cataloging, but timekeeping is poor and a service is recommended.
Our Perspective
An intricately constructed timepiece that wears with an understated elegance that contrasts AP's modern design brief, for the most part, this ref. 25589 demonstrates the very best of Audemars Piguet's classy craftsmanship without the need to be too overzealous or loud.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
