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 ref. 25574 that we have here standing as a wonderful testament to that very fact. Featuring an elegant stepped 18kt gold case with an enamel dial featuring case-matching dial furniture, this automatic timepiece is a timeless classic. Measuring a wonderfully wearable 33mm in diameter and sitting beautifully flat on the wrist, the ref. 25574 wears splendidly, as one would hope for a dress watch from the 70s and 80s. While typically worn on a leather strap, this example features an intricately constructed aftermarket Italian 18kt yellow gold bracelet that elevates the timepieces entire aesthetic to the next level of luxury. Featuring an engraved caseback in tribute to its original owner for their service as a Director of Jet Asia Limited, this timepiece has certainly got a lot of stories to tell from its past - stories that will most definitely be added to by its next lucky owner.
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Grade
V 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Tag
Est. value range
$5,000 – $7,000
The Details
Brand
Audemars Piguet
Dimensions
33mm
Model
Day-Date
Movement
Automatic cal. 2124
Reference
25574/002
Bracelet
7.25" Length 18kt yellow gold bracelet (Aftermarket)
Year
Circa 1980s
Condition
Very good
Material
18kt yellow gold
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
White
THE DIAL
Sporting an off-white enamel dial with gold hands and indices, sunken subdials, and charming vintage inscriptions, the ref. 25574's wonderful Day-Date 'Owl' dial is wonderfully legible and beautifully stylish.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Sporting its intricate 18kt aftermarket Italian yellow gold bracelet, this ref. 25574's construction is particularly luxurious given this reference was typically worn on a leather 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 overall very good condition. The dial shows light surface scratches and a warm patina has developed on the case and bracelet. The dial is in excellent and shows little to no wear. The aftermarket 18k Italian band is medium lengthed and micro adjustments can be made in the clasp. It is 7.25" in length.
Our Perspective
An intricately constructed timepiece sitting atop an intricately constructed bracelet, this ref. 25574 demonstrates the very best of Audemars Piguet's classy craftsmanship without the need to be too overzealous or loud.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
