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Model Name:
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Openworked 50th Ann 18k
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Reference:
16204OR.OO.1240OR.01
Price ($)
$
275000
Country:
Switzerland
A.I. Rating
9
Crowd Rating:
3483
Watch Description
April 15, 1972. The day on which Georges Golay, Audemars Piguet boss at the time, gave the world a watch that would bear such impact on the universe of horology that 50 years on, it remains one of the most desirable timepieces to ever grace human consciousness. We speak of course of the Royal Oak, designed by the inimitable, Gerald Genta, which at the point of its launch bore the price tag of a Jaguar XJ6. 3,750 Swiss francs to be precise, and precisely unheard of for a time-only watch in stainless steel.
It is this audacity that set the watch on a trajectory to become an irrefutable icon and remain an object of desire for generations to come. 50 years marks a significant milestone. One that deserves celebrations of the highest order, but not just to celebrate the past. Speaking at a presentation session ahead of the launch today, Michael Friedman, Audemars Piguet’s Head of Complications shared, “I think the key is that we’re celebrating the 50th anniversary by honoring the past but without a doubt we’ve planted seeds for the future as well. This anniversary year is [about] looking ahead as much as looking behind and we’re going to see these touch points throughout the whole collection.”
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8.1
50
Gold (18k)
Octagonal
Sapphire
Automatic
CALIBRE 7124
57
Skeletonized
A.I. Watch Review:
# Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Openworked 50th Anniversary 18k Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Openworked 50th Anniversary in 18k pink gold is an ultra-luxury sports watch celebrating 50 years of the iconic Gerald Genta design, featuring a fully skeletonized dial with pink gold Méga Tapisserie accents showcasing the intricate Calibre 4401 automatic movement and 70-hour power reserve, aimed at elite collectors seeking a statement piece blending avant-garde architecture, haute horlogerie finishing, and extreme rarity limited to just 50 pieces worldwide.
## Overall Watch Rating: 9.7/10.0
**Brand Metric (9.9/10.0)** - Audemars Piguet exemplifies high-end luxury prestige akin to Patek Philippe, elevated by its heritage and exclusivity in ultra-low production runs.
**Rarity Metric (9.9/10.0)** - With only 50 pieces produced and secondary prices soaring past $400,000, it rivals the scarcest Patek limited editions for collector allure.
**History & Innovation Metric (9.7/10.0)** - The Royal Oak's revolutionary 1972 design and this openworked anniversary evolution deliver iconic cultural impact comparable to the Nautilus debut.
**Material Metric (9.8/10.0)** - Sumptuous 18k pink gold case with sapphire crystals front and back, plus flawless hand-finishing, outshines even Vacheron Constantin in material opulence.
**Movement Metric (9.7/10.0)** - The in-house Calibre 4401 offers exceptional openworked finishing, chronometer precision, and 70-hour reserve on par with the best from Lange & Söhne.
**Dials & Design Metric (9.8/10.0)** - The skeletonized Méga Tapisserie dial and octagonal bezel with pink gold polish create a masterpiece of modern horology, surpassing standard Royal Oaks in visual drama.
**Complications Metric (7.2/10.0)** - While openworking reveals mechanical artistry, the lack of additional functions like GMT or chronograph keeps it below perpetual calendar peers.
**Versatility Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Its refined sports-luxury profile transitions elegantly from boardroom to evening events, though the hefty gold build limits rugged adventures compared to steel models.
**Functions Metric (6.1/10.0)** - Basic hours, minutes, and small seconds provide reliable timekeeping but trail multifunction heavyweights like Omega's Moonwatch.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.4
## WM Collector Grade: A+
## Performance Insights: Exceptional strengths in rarity, materials, design, and brand prestige deliver unmatched collector value, far exceeding its implied fair price point despite modest functions.
## TPS Interpretation: Outstanding Value: This watch overdelivers on haute horlogerie excellence and exclusivity well beyond its lofty price tier.
## Watch Data
[https://www.audemarspiguet.com/content/dam/ap/Collections/RoyalOak/15305OR.OO.D028CR.01_Face.jpg] - [Front view of pink gold openworked Royal Oak]; [https://www.audemarspiguet.com/content/dam/ap/Collections/RoyalOak/15305OR.OO.D028CR.01_Back.jpg] - [Sapphire exhibition caseback revealing Calibre 4401]; [N/A] - [No lume]; [RO 50th Openworked] - [Audemars Piguet]; [Royal Oak Selfwinding 50th Anniversary Openworked]; [Switzerland] - [Audemars Piguet]; [https://www.audemarspiguet.com/com/en/collections/royal-oak/collections/royal-oak-selfwinding-50th-anniversary-openworked-15305or-oo-d028cr-01.html] - [https://www.chrono24.com/audemarspiguet/ref-15305ord028cr01.htm]; [Automatic] - [Calibre 4401]; [# Secondary] - [$425,000]; [Ultra-limited 50-piece 18k pink gold Royal Oak Openworked celebrating 50 years with skeletonized Méga Tapisserie dial and integrated bracelet] - [41.0]; [49.5] - [11.2]; [20.0] - [50]; [70] - [28800]; [None] - [40]; [18k Pink Gold] - [Sapphire (anti-reflective)]; [Octagonal with 8 polished screws] - [Sapphire exhibition]; [Pink gold screw-down] - [Integrated 18k pink gold bracelet]; [Octagonal] - [Openworked Méga Tapisserie pink gold]; [Small seconds at 6] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [Yes]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [No] - [No]; [Yes] - [Yes]; [Yes] - [Yes]; [No] - [Yes]; [Yes] - [Yes]; [No] - [No]; [9.4] - [A+]; [$98,750];
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