The Gentleman Magazine Issue 4 | August/September | Page 17

Audemars Piguet has been crafting exceptional chronograph
wristwatches with creatively designed dials for well over
80 years. In 2017, the very first Royal Oak Chronograph
wristwatch is celebrating its 20th Anniversary as it was first
introduced in 1997.
This year’s new range of chronographs harks back to a much-
loved look first seen in 2008. Just like the vintage examples from
the 1930s – 1960s, the dials of the Royal Oak Chronograph
have always been thoughtfully designed.
All seven models in the new series feature a fresh, two-tone
dial design with several new yet subtle details: chronograph
counters of increased size that expand at 9 o-clock and 3 o’clock,
shorter but wider hour-markers, additional luminescent
coating for a better readability of the hour and new typeset and
transfers. The date window, meanwhile, has been re-located
between the four and five o'clock positions.
These design details are showcased in a wide combination of
finishes, led by four versions in pink gold which are available
on a matching, pink gold bracelet or an alligator strap and with
a choice of brown or blue 'Grande Tapisserie' dials.
The steel versions of the watch are offered with a choice of
“Grande Tapisserie” dials in black, silver or blue and are fitted
with stainless steel bracelets.
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