The 'Gourmet' Audemars Piguet Watches

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　　Shanghai news, 2014 8 28. On a breezy afternoon,Audemars PiguetThe Shanghai boutique hosted a journey of gourmet food and wine culture. Ms Li Li, General Manager of Audemars Piguet China, and watch connoisseur Mr Wang Ji shared stories of time with distinguished guests. The years 1972 and 1993, which might seem ordinary, are hailed as revolutionary eras because they saw the birth of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak collection and the Royal Oak Offshore collection. French writer De Sedson once said that fine wine, like music and art, is meant to be appreciated and savoured; this is also the significance of top-tier watches. To commemorate these two special years, the brand specially selected top-tier vintages from the same years and invited distinguished guests to the 'Audemars Piguet Living Room' to appreciate the exquisite watchmaking craftsmanship together. Let us take a look.

　　The Reason Why Audemars Piguet Watches Are 'Gourmet'

　　At the tasting event, guests sampled two top-tier vintages born in the same years as the classic Audemars Piguet collections—a red wine produced in France in 1972 and a rosé champagne from 1993, paired with Le Brassus Gruyere Cheese from Switzerland—while appreciating classic Audemars Piguet timepieces. The boutique's design style, derived from the brand's origin in the Le Brassus valley of the Swiss Jura Mountains, surrounded the space, conveying a sense of natural leisure, allowing guests to fully enjoy the pleasant afternoon.

　　Accompanied by Ms Li Li, General Manager of Audemars Piguet China, and Mr Wang Ji, guests also admired many treasured timepieces exclusively exhibited in the boutique, including the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak collection, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore collection archival pieces, and the 2014 new arrivals. Several Audemars Piguet museum collection masterpieces specially brought from Switzerland were also on display, including the pioneer of complex functions—the 1913 split-seconds chronograph, the unique and elegant 1962 oval case watch, the ingenious women's watch revolution—the 1969 diamond-set watch, the beauty of transparency—the 1975 skeletonised ultra-thin pocket watch, the art of subversion—the 1978 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watch, and 1 gear calibrators from approximately 1880. Their exquisite craftsmanship and rich historical heritage allowed guests to appreciate Audemars Piguet's century-old watchmaking expertise in the field of complications, as well as the brand's innovative strength in constantly breaking through its own limits.

　　In 1972, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak collection defied the quartz trend, establishing itself as one of the brand's most iconic lines. Its inception coincided with the quartz movement crisis that shook the watchmaking industry. The first Royal Oak was unique in featuring an exclusive Audemars Piguet automatic movement, and with its avant-garde stainless steel construction and pioneering octagonal bezel, it sparked a revolution that transformed international watchmaking philosophy. Audemars Piguet demonstrated both a commitment to traditional values and an extraordinary spirit of breakthrough. The first gold Royal Oak, customised to a client's request in 1978, remains another classic milestone in the collection's history. It houses the 2121 movement, the world's thinnest automatic movement with a calendar (3.05 mm), while the 18K gold material outlines an ideal gentleman's image, captivating at first sight.

　　Born in 1993 to challenge the limits of extreme sports, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore collection stands as another pinnacle of the brand's innovation. Its 42 mm oversized dial and design rich in material variety undoubtedly represent another new revolution, ensuring its pioneering status remains timeless.

　　Through the accumulation of time, Audemars Piguet has written legend after legend in the history of haute horlogerie. As time carries forward the brand's passion for watchmaking and exceptional craftsmanship, Audemars Piguet will continue to master conventions and forge innovations, creating an even more remarkable future within the pulse of global trends.

　　Having reached this point, I would like to recommend a best-selling Audemars Piguet watch. Interested parties, please add me on WeChat for enquiries.

　　Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Sports Watch 15703ST.OO.A002CA.01

　　Review:

　　The watch has a pragmatic and minimalist overall aesthetic, with 8 white gold screws on the stainless steel case highlighting a strong industrial style.

　　On the black grid-pattern dial, the hour and minute hands as well as the indices feature luminescence, ensuring you can accurately read the time even in darker environments.

　　The watch is paired with a rubber strap, giving it a highly sporty look.

　　Compared to the previous version, the angle of the hexagonal screws on the front is now more precise.

　　The printing and reflective effect of the date display are now more similar to the genuine article.

　　The dial and indices are identical to the genuine version, successfully recreating the beautiful, textured three-dimensional relief found on the original.

　　Summary: The above explains why Audemars Piguet watches are so desirable. Furthermore, the Panerai watches I recommend are finely crafted with guaranteed quality. Those interested in purchasing, please add WeChat for consultation.

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