Audemars Piguet SIHH 2012 New Releases

Key Points from the Discussion

• The new Royal Oak, with the AP logo at 6 o'clock, blue dial, thin indexes, and original tapestry pattern, is considered the best homage to Gérald Genta's original design.
• Maintaining the reference 15202 for the new Royal Oak is appreciated, as it signifies a continuation of the iconic 'Jumbo' legacy.
• Subtle changes like the 'a la Jumbo' 12 o'clock marker, removal of small Arabic numerals, longer minute markers, and cleaner subdials enhance the dial's aesthetic.
• The 41mm case size for the new Royal Oak raises questions about its wearability, with collectors eager to try it on to assess if it's 'perfect' or 'too big'.
• The new Royal Oak Offshore Diver is particularly well-received, with its large tapestry dial and fluorescent hands drawing comparisons to the beloved Royal Oak Offshore End of Days.
• There is speculation about the discontinuation of the 15300 and 15305 references, suggesting they might be replaced by new 37mm and 41mm versions, while the 15202 remains at 39mm.