Audemars Piguet Huitième Tantalum Reference
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Audemars Piguet Huitième Tantalum Reference

By quattro · Nov 21, 2024 · 21 replies
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In a captivating original post, quattro shares his enduring fascination with the Audemars Piguet Huitième Chronograph ref. 25644TR, a timepiece that introduced him to the unique properties of tantalum. His detailed observations highlight the watch's distinctive material combination and design elements that continue to resonate with him years after his initial discovery. This article delves into quattro's appreciation and the community's insights on this intriguing reference.

It’s with this AP Huitième Chronograph ref. 25644TR that, while browsing on C24 a few years ago, I discovered the existence of tantalum. And even if I’m not fond of the branding on the bezel (nor of the white date disc), I was, and still am, really drawn to this timepiece. I love the mix of grey tantalum and rose gold, the dial layout and case shape. Something here is almost perfect for me and I keep having this watch in the back of my mind.

This model was also made with a salmon dial, but I find it far less attractive (the salmon dial ruins it for me).

Best to you all.


Watch by Audemars Piguet, Huitième

Watch by Audemars Piguet, Huitième

Watch by Audemars Piguet, Huitième

Watch by Audemars Piguet, Huitième

credit : Amsterdam Vintage Watches 


Watch by Audemars Piguet, Huitième

Watch by Audemars Piguet, Huitième

credit: loupe this


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AuHavrePro
Nov 21, 2024

Pantone heaven 😁😄👍

WA
Watchonthewrist
Nov 22, 2024

Although i am a sucker for Salmon dials i think the grey dial looks great on this watch

QU
quattro
Nov 22, 2024

And this is the best version of a tantalum watch I know so far. Aesthetically, I personally like less FPJourne’s Chronomètre Bleu. Omega has also made a nice Seamaster involving some tantalum with titanium and Sedna gold, but this AP feels much more attractive to me.

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SALMANPK
Nov 22, 2024

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Eikþyrnir
Dec 22, 2024

I wish they reintroduced more unique metals like tantalum. Everything is either gold or titanium these days. Here’s hoping!

QU
quattro
Dec 23, 2024

but AP might come back to it. Thanks for looking.

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