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Emmanuel, known as quattro, presents a compelling comparison of two Audemars Piguet ultra-thin Ref. 5043BC watches, highlighting subtle yet significant differences in their aesthetics and provenance. His detailed photographic essay and thoughtful analysis of the Florentine finish versus a smooth case, and variations in dial text, offer a masterclass in appreciating the nuances of vintage haute horlogerie. This exploration serves as a valuable guide for collectors discerning between seemingly similar references.
But not as thin apparently and I find the APs more appealing: really flat and with painted indexes only (I particularly like the triple index at 12).
If I had a spare white gold pin buckle, I think I would pick the Florentine.
I so wish there were more watches of that kind in current catalogs. And not supersized, either πππ»
In the meantime, these are quite affordable, surprisingly. Best, Emmanuel
which is an ultra-thin movement.
These very watches are proof that Audemars Piguet does actually know what an Ultra Thin watch is as they have made them in the past, these models are all under 5mm and some were even slimmer at around 3.5mm. I apologise to all for banging on about this but it really is a great annoyance to me when I see watches that are 7mm or over being called Ultra Thin which they are not. I know I thought I would get my post on Ultra Thin watches up by Christmas but didn't manage it, I have it all planned out
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