Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars 26558TI

The rare Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars "Gstaad Classic” Chronograph (Ref. 26558TI.oo.D080VE.01). One of a limited edition of 250 watches, this  model combines the elegant round case that traditionally characterizes Jules Audemars watches with colors and materials inspired by the automotive world (launched by AP as sponsor of the Gstaad Classic Rally). Crafted from titanium, with a titanium deployment buckle. A unique slate dial, with red gold chapter rings on the subdials along with other red gold accents, including applied numerals, and chronograph start/stop pusher. The hand-stitched leather strap is the now increasingly rare OEM strap, with diamond-shaped topstitching is reminiscent of fine car upholstery, and is in very good condition.

• Dial with applied red gold Arabic numerals and outer tachymeter scale;
• Small seconds at 3 o'clock and 30-minute chronograph counter at 9 o'clock
• Sapphire crystal
• Transparent case back
• 41 mm brushed and polished titanium case with titanium folding clasp.

Watch was recently acquired from a large and well known dealer (which I will disclose to interested buyers), and has been rarely worn. Condition is very good. Includes very cool piston box and chronograph user manual.