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Lot #1243

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 26480Ti

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Introduction

Debuting in 1993 to a shocked Baselworld, the Royal Oak Offshore was designed to expand upon Audemars Piguet's ever-iconic Royal Oak collection as a genuine sports-focused timepiece that took the reins from the Royal Oak. Designed so that it could take some serious wear and tear while continuing to perform at the highest standards possible, the Royal Oak Offshore epitomized a luxury sports watch by all accounts – a sector within the market it has grown to define. Featuring AP's artisanal craftsmanship like always, avant-garde design, and an impeccable taste for the horological, the Royal Oak Offshore was, and still is, a true maverick amongst both; AP’s offerings and the entire industry's. Launching in 2019, the ref. 26480Ti brings with it some upgrades to the Offshore collection such as its thinner titanium case measuring in at just 12.8mm - an upgrade from 1993's original famously thick case. Alongside that change, it also features a new horizontal dial layout and a new set of semi-skeletonized hands that provide an almost unchallenged view of the dial beneath. With its aggressive pushers, clearly delineated hour markers thanks to the rehaut inscription and gorgeous blue colorway, the ref. 26480Ti is a watch that could easily take on any challenge, with none too big.

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Grade

M 10

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Box and Papers

Est. value range

$30,000 – $35,000

The Details

Brand

Audemars Piguet

Dimensions

42mm

Model

Royal Oak Offshore

Movement

Automatic cal. 2385

Reference

26480Ti

Bracelet

Rubber Strap

Year

2019-2021

Condition

Like New/ Unworn

Material

Titanium

Included

Watch, Box and Papers, Extra Strap

Dial Color

Blue

THE DIAL

Still featuring the Offshore's typical 'Méga Tapisserie’ pattern, the 26480Ti features a new layout - the Royal Oak Chronograph's layout with its chronograph subdials horizontal across the dial rather than vertical.

THE CONSTRUCTION

While still famously large-wearing due to its beefy 42mm case, the ref. 26480Ti's case is surprisingly light thanks to its titanium construction and rubber strap.

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 like new condition, unworn. Comes with two straps.

Our Perspective

A wonderful blend of true luxury and a genuinely capable sports watch, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore still comes equipped for just about anything you can throw at it, as was its mission when it was originally released.

Eric Ku

Co-founder