Code 11.59 By Audemars Piguet Flying Tourbillon Onyx/Ceramic 26396NB

Audemars Piguet will be dressing up its troubles in ceramic for the conclusion of this yr, like the putting whole-blue RO Perpetual, or a variety of editions of Code 11.59. 1 of the recipients is Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Self-Winding Flying Tourbillon. The white gold and black ceramic circumstance frame an definitely charming, inky black onyx dial graced with the ballet of a traveling tourbillon at 6 o’clock. I have constantly believed that the Code 11.59 selection was better suited for uncomplicated, minimalist designs and the purity of this black tie get on the model works exceptionally nicely. So perfectly that this could be the very best edition of this enjoy so far…

The 41mm situation of this automated flying tourbillon product retains the conventional layout of Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet, but plays on the sharp contrasts of an 18k white gold and ceramic development. The particular architecture of the model is particularly adapted to mixtures of unique supplies. In this instance, the two-tone scenario design and style crafts the bezel, lugs, caseback and crown in white gold, even though the circumstance center is created of deep black ceramic. As often with Code 11.59, the notice devoted to the finishings is extraordinary. Like the gold elements, the ceramic scenario middle is meticulously hand-finished with the brand’s trademark alternation of satin brushing and polished chamfers, endowing the observe with wonderful performs of gentle.

Beneath the double-curved sapphire crystal, the sleek, inky-black onyx dial is a situation review in simplicity and purity. In distinction to the intricate case development, its minimalist style and design depends on the absence of markers. It is hand-crafted with Someco, a extensive-phrase associate of Audemars Piguet specialised in dial manufacturing considering that 1966 and situated in La Chaux-de-Fonds. The semi-important stone has to be meticulously cut into a extremely fine and even sliver ahead of remaining formed and polished to a mirror-like sheen. It is then inserted on the dial foundation plate and enriched with pink gold accents: a pink gold laser-minimize AP symbol, pink gold arms and a discreet pink-gold-toned minute keep track of printed on the black lacquered flange. Previous, the tourbillon aperture is encircled by a strip of pink gold. I even imagine the moment monitor could have been eliminated for a truly minimalistic glimpse.

The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Onyx is driven by the in-household calibre 2950. Initial observed in the Royal Oak in 2018, this self-winding tourbillon movement has a huge 31.50mm diameter. Unlike a typical tourbillon regulator held in position by a bridge on both equally sides, a flying tourbillon is cantilevered from the decrease side of the motion. With no bridge on best, the optical illusion is one particular of a rotating regulator floating dial-facet, providing an unimpeded perspective of its rotations. For the first time, the 3-arm bridge previously mentioned the tourbillon is coated with black PVD to echo the dial. 

Turning the check out in excess of, the exhibition caseback enables a check out of the movement and its central open-labored rotor. It is wonderfully adorned with hand-chamfering, polished and brushed surfaces, Geneva stripes and perlage. Its electric power reserve is of 65 hrs when entirely wound. The balance wheel capabilities adjustment screws, the hairspring has a Breguet terminal curve, and the movement runs at 21,600 vibrations for each hour. The Calibre 2950 is created of 270 factors, which include 27 jewels. 

The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Self-winding Traveling Tourbillon Black Onyx (reference 26396NB.OO.D002KB.01) is worn on a black rubber-coated strap with a textured motif. It is secured to the wrist by a white gold folding buckle. At 41mm, the enjoy is not compact but will don comfortably on most wrists. The look at is section of the long-lasting collection, so it is not confined, though it will almost certainly not be greatly readily available. The price tag is established at CHF 146,700 (excl. taxes).

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