Audemars Piguet Millenary 15350 Review

Inspired by a fellow collector, blomman Mr Blue offers a closer look at the Audemars Piguet Millenary Ref. 15350. This article delves into the unique design elements of this lesser-known model, from its distinctive oval case and non-centric dial to the beautifully shaped bridges of its automatic movement. blomman Mr Blue provides a detailed exploration, inviting readers to appreciate the Millenary's unconventional aesthetics and technical artistry.

Inspired by Michael’s Millenary in the Rocky Mountains I went to my local AD to have a look at the Audemars Piguet Millenary reference 15350.

The Millenary is another of AP’s lesser known models. The version I saw was the Stainless steel with automatic movement.

The oval case has a quite thick step bezel and the profile is also used on the lugs. Case size is 47 mm and 13 mm thick.

The non-centric dial with Roman numerals in pink gold only cover half of the case, revealing the strong, beautiful shaped bridges with Geneva bar decoration.

The bridges are shaped in arcs, looking almost like ripples on water!

The balance wheel together with the sub-second and the hour/minute axis forms a well-balanced triangle. All three parts emphasize by Pink gold details.

To the left of the balance wheel you can actually see through the movement to the other side.

The crown is also less typical AP – somewhat looking like a vintage “onion” crown, but not round.

Inside is the automatic caliber 4101. 34 jewels, 284 parts and a power reserve of 60 hours.

The oscillating weight in 22 carat Pink Gold is beautiful decorated and mounted with ceramic ball bearings.

Due to the oval case shape, the automatic Millenary becomes a “three quarter rotor”. I would not call this micro rotor but due to the shape, the rotor’s circle will not cover the whole movement.

Here you see the opening through the movement, to the right of the balance wheel.

On the wrist, you will get a glimpse of your own skin…

One thing that I only noticed once I got home to look at my photos: the Pink Gold Roman numerals appear to be black!

Depending on light and angle the numerals will reflect the surroundings, in this case a black ceiling.

On the wrist, I am very surprised… The 47 mm doesn’t feel that big!

A very nice experience, IMO. Less “brutal” than the ROO models, more “romantic” than the RO models…

And you? What’s your view of the Audemars Piguet Millenary?

Best

Blomman