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The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Ref. 26730ST.OO.1320ST.05 combines the collection’s iconic design with one of the manufacture’s most prestigious complications. Its 41mm stainless-steel case measures approximately 10.6mm thick and features the Royal Oak’s unmistakable octagonal architecture, exposed screws, and alternating brushed and polished finishes. The result is a sophisticated sports watch that balances technical innovation with unmistakable Audemars Piguet styling.
Its smoked burgundy dial creates a striking sense of depth and is complemented by applied white-gold hour markers and Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating. A white printed minute track surrounds the dial, while the flying tourbillon displayed at 6 o’clock provides a captivating view of the continuously rotating regulating mechanism. The fixed stainless-steel bezel features the collection’s signature eight-sided design and polished hexagonal screws, framing the dial beneath a glare-resistant sapphire crystal.
The watch is fitted with the Royal Oak’s integrated stainless-steel bracelet, finished with precisely executed satin-brushed surfaces and polished bevels that continue the case’s distinctive design. Its articulated construction is designed to conform comfortably to the wrist while maintaining a substantial and luxurious presence. The bracelet is secured by an Audemars Piguet folding clasp for a refined and reliable fit.
A glare-resistant sapphire crystal exhibition caseback reveals Audemars Piguet’s selfwinding Calibre 2950, including its openworked 22kt gold oscillating weight and finely finished components. The movement comprises 270 components and 27 jewels, operates at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour or 3 Hz and provides approximately 65 hours of power reserve. It powers the hours, minutes, and flying-tourbillon functions, while the stainless-steel case provides water resistance to approximately 50 meters.
With its rich smoked-burgundy dial, beautifully finished stainless-steel construction, and mesmerizing flying tourbillon, the Royal Oak Ref. 26730ST.OO.1320ST.05 represents an exceptional fusion of sporty elegance and haute horlogerie. Its unmistakable design and sophisticated automatic movement make it an outstanding choice for collectors seeking a technically impressive and visually distinctive Royal Oak. REF# 26730ST.OO.1320ST.05
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