Audemars Piguet has revealed a new interpretation of its iconic Royal Oak watch, featuring a minute repeater complication in rose gold. The Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie, reference 26591OR.OO.1252OR.01, showcases the Swiss manufacturer's expertise in mechanical precision and acoustic mastery. This timepiece is a significant addition to the Royal Oak collection, known for its distinctive design and complex horological complications.
The watch features a 42mm diameter case made entirely of 18-carat rose gold, accentuating the geometric lines of the collection, including its iconic octagonal bezel and robust architecture. The case is 14mm thick, allowing for the integration of the complex minute repeater complication. A sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective treatment protects the dial and enhances readability. The rose gold case is paired with an integrated rose gold bracelet, secured by a deployant buckle, and is water-resistant up to 20 meters.
The dial of the Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie features a brown Grande Tapisserie motif, a geometric decoration closely associated with the Royal Oak identity. The brown color creates a measured contrast with the warm reflections of the rose gold, while the tapisserie structure adds relief to the dial's surface. Rose gold hour and minute hands, along with applied indexes, are coated with luminous material for improved readability in low light conditions.
The true horological significance of this watch lies in its caliber 2953, a manual winding mechanical movement incorporating the Supersonnerie minute repeater complication. This complication allows the watch to audibly indicate the time on demand through a system of hammers and gongs. The Supersonnerie technology aims to enhance the propagation and acoustic quality of these sounds. The caliber 2953 comprises 362 components and 32 jewels, measuring 30mm in diameter and 6mm in thickness.
The caliber 2953 operates at a frequency of 3 Hz, or 21,600 alternations per hour, supporting both the time display and the repeater mechanism. The movement has a 72-hour power reserve, allowing for approximately three days of autonomy after a full winding. The manual winding mechanism enables the owner to maintain a direct connection with the watch's mechanics.
The Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie is designed to display hours, minutes, and small seconds, with the minute repeater serving as its primary complication. This combination of functions makes the watch a significant achievement in horology, focusing on both time measurement and its sonic representation.
The price of the Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie, reference 26591OR.OO.1252OR.01, is available upon request, reflecting its status as a high-end horological piece. Interested collectors can contact an Audemars Piguet boutique for acquisition details, potential delivery timelines, and pricing applicable to their market.
Key points
- The Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie features a rose gold case and a complex minute repeater complication.
- The watch's caliber 2953 has a 72-hour power reserve and operates at a frequency of 3 Hz.
- The price of the watch is available upon request, and interested collectors can contact an Audemars Piguet boutique for more information.
