Audemars Piguet: Innovative Timepieces

holdemchamp1225 · 2023-09-24T18:03:25Z

Discover Philippe Narbel's uncredited artistry behind Audemars Piguet Royal Oak double balance skeletonization and his new independent creations. A must-read for AP collectors.

In a captivating post, holdemchamp1225 spotlights the often-uncredited artistry of Philippe Narbel, the master craftsman behind the intricate skeletonization of Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak double balance openworked dials. This piece celebrates Narbel's pivotal role in these iconic timepieces and anticipates the recognition he is now receiving through his independent creations. The author's post also features a charming feline companion, Yokozuna, adding a unique personal touch.

Many people still do not know that Philippe Narbel did all the skeletonization of these openwork dials for AP's RO double balance. Happily he will get the recognition he rightfully deserves with his new pieces under his name 😍☄️

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Many collectors were unaware of Philippe Narbel's direct involvement in the skeletonization of Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak double balance movements, highlighting a common gap in public knowledge regarding specialized horological artisans.
Philippe Narbel's independent creations, such as the SKEL-1, exhibit a strong resemblance to the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Openworked models, underscoring his distinctive aesthetic and technical signature established during his tenure with AP.
The emergence of former Audemars Piguet alumni, like Philippe Narbel, launching their own brands with unique creations, demonstrates AP's legacy as a significant training ground for master watchmakers and artisans in the industry.

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jleno

Sep 24, 2023

I also wasn't aware of Philippe Narbel, very intriguing pieces!

mdg

Sep 24, 2023

...but this is great. Maybe it's the two-tone, which I like...

Watchonthewrist

Sep 24, 2023

This AP is so beautiful and amazing

MichaelC

Sep 24, 2023

And Yokozuna, of course

Monopole

Sep 24, 2023

and his link to the AP15407. Checked out his website, and the SKEL-1 bear a lot of resemblance to the AP Openworked. Very fascinating! And I learned something new today.

Aquaracer1

Sep 24, 2023

Yokozuna is all business in this pic!

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