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Lot #1120

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Dual Time 26120ST

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Introduction

Perhaps one of the most iconic timepieces to be released since the Quartz Crisis, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak has gone from strength to strength on the open market as collectors seek out these wonderful timepieces. Here we have the ref. 26210ST Dual-Time variant offered in stainless steel with a collector-favorite blue dial. Decorated with AP’s signature “Grande Tapisserie” pattern and spotted with complications such as a power reserve indicator, a pointer date subdial, a 2nd timezone, and an AM/PM indicator, this now-discontinued 39mm variant retains its link to the past with Gerald Genta’s original dimensions and the historic Jaeger LeCoultre-derived cal. 939. Modified slightly, the movement does not use a pusher adjuster for the date indicator like other watches that feature this movement. Instead, all adjustments are made via the crown retaining the Royal Oak's original aesthetic as it lacks what would otherwise be a visually obtrusive pusher at 2 o’clock.

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Grade

M 8.5

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Watch Only

Est. value range

$20,000 – $30,000

The Details

Brand

Audemars Piguet

Dimensions

39mm

Model

Royal Oak Dual Time

Movement

Automatic cal. 2329

Reference

26120ST

Bracelet

Stainless Steel bracelet

Year

Circa 2000s

Condition

Very Good

Material

Stainless Steel

Included

Watch Only

Dial Color

Blue

THE DIAL

Decorated with AP's signature "Grande Tapisserie" design, the ref. 26120ST's bust blue dial complements its stainless steel construction wonderfully, with their intricate aesthetics working in perfect unison.

THE CONSTRUCTION

Featuring one of the most iconic physical designs in watchmaking, the Royal Oak Dual-Time's octagonal 39mm case, integrated bracelet, mix of polished bevels and satin-brushed surfaces have ensured the ref. 26120ST wears wonderfully on the wrist and remains truly timeless.

TIMNG 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

The watch is overall in very good condition. Blue dial is mint and free from any marks. Case, bezel and bracelet have light surface scratches throughout. Some larger scratches are present on the bezel which can be removed by a professional watch polisher. Watch is sized to fit a 6.75"-7" wrist.

Our Perspective

As iconic as they come, the ref. 26120ST retains the original Royal Oak ref. 5402's 39mm case design, while loading the legendary timepiece with useful complications for the jet-setters amongst us.

Justin Gruenberg

Co-founder