Audemars Piguet Millenary Starwheel Review

Key Points from the Discussion

• The acquisition of this Millenary Starwheel was an unexpected 'love at first sight' purchase, driven by the watch's beauty and the seller's passion, despite not being in the original budget.
• The Millenary case shape, with its oval design and shared finishing details with Jules Audemars, is a classic in its own right and offers a refreshing alternative to the Royal Oak.
• The Starwheel mechanism is the primary draw, but the conceptualized and executed case design, particularly highlighted in the photos, should not be overlooked.
• The author's specific piece is noted as being exceptionally complete, including original accessories, making it a rare find.
• The author hopes for a re-incarnation of the Starwheel mechanism and shares an encounter with another Starwheel in the wild, a rounder, more classic rose gold predecessor.
• The author questions the choice of a solid case back for a celebratory piece, especially given the original Starwheel's modified JLC movement was often displayed.