Audemars Piguet Boutique Novelties Reference Guide

GLau · 2022-09-18T17:05:40Z

Explore Audemars Piguet's 50th-anniversary Royal Oak black dial and the Offshore Music edition. GLau's review and collector insights on these unique references.

GLau

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GLau's visit to the Audemars Piguet boutique offers a compelling look at two distinctive Royal Oak models: a 50th-anniversary edition with a black dial and the playful Offshore Music edition. His initial impressions highlight the visual impact and unique character of each piece, prompting a community discussion on their design merits and the brand's current direction. This article synthesizes the community's reactions, providing valuable insights for collectors considering these contemporary AP references.

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lovely pieces !

50th anniversary RO with black dial and Offshore music.

Both pieces look fantastic in the metal.

The black dial is very powerful, whereas the offshore music is playful and fun to be with.

These pieces keep me dreaming 😴!

What do you think of them ?

Music to my eyes 👀 ☝️ Tapestry dial can be seen clearly

The 50th ! ☝️

RO chrono with a perfect match of blue dial with RG case.! ☝️

Key Points from the Discussion

The Royal Oak Music Edition, while inventive, elicits mixed reactions, with some finding its 'volume' dial reminiscent of toy watches, while others appreciate its unique and playful design when viewed in person.
The 50th-anniversary Royal Oak with a black dial is widely praised for its powerful and fantastic appearance in the metal, suggesting a strong aesthetic appeal for traditionalists.
A common critique of Audemars Piguet's current offerings is the perceived over-reliance on the Royal Oak design, with some collectors desiring more diversification beyond the iconic model.
The lug-to-lug distance on some Royal Oak models is a concern for certain collectors, indicating potential fit issues for smaller wrists.
Personal connections within the watch industry, such as with knowledgeable horological entrepreneurs, can significantly influence a collector's journey and perception of a brand like Audemars Piguet.

The Discussion

Centurionone

Sep 18, 2022

It seems like the RO is a gift that keeps on giving

Never seen another model that has so many versions , reiterations .

GLau

Sep 19, 2022

Yes, I went in the website and saw

many different 50th anniversary ROs (simple and with complications).

Chronometer (aka yacomino)

Sep 18, 2022

The blue dial chrono is sexy as hell in this config!