Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra-Thin: A Collector's Perspective on Gérald Genta's Legacy

Key Points from the Discussion

• The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra-Thin is often considered a top-tier Gérald Genta-styled ultra-thin watch, alongside the Vacheron Constantin Overseas 2000V, which shares a JLC-based ultra-thin movement.
• The GP Laureato, though designed before the Royal Oak, was released later, and many 1970s stainless steel designs are broadly classified as 'GG-esque' due to their shared design inspiration.
• The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo in matte rose gold, with its modern ultra-thin design, in-house movement, and no-date display, is suggested as a potential addition for collectors who appreciate Gérald Genta-inspired aesthetics.
• The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 'Tuxedo' reference is recalled as a Royal Oak model that might have been offered without a date complication, prompting a question about its specific features.
• The Vacheron Constantin Jules Audemars Extra-Thin is mentioned as a suitable proxy for the Royal Oak Extra-Thin, offering a similar aesthetic and thin profile.
• A collector shares their immediate admiration for the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra-Thin upon its debut at SIHH 2019, highlighting its visual impact.