Audemars Piguet Royal Oak ‘AP’ Silver (Black Dial)

Introduced in 1972, the AP Royal Oak was not only a game-changer for Audemars Piguet but also for the entire luxury Swiss watch industry. The debut of the Royal Oak created what we now know as the luxury sports watch category – a genre that remains exceedingly popular today. Like so many other watches that broke away from traditions, the Gerald Genta-designed Royal Oak watch wasn’t an immediate success. However, try to get your hands on one today and it’ll immediately become clear just how sought after the AP Royal Oak watch is. Characterized by its eight-sided bezel punctuated with exposed screws, hobnail dial, and integrated bracelet, the Royal Oak is an iconic watch design.

The Royal Oak celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2022 and has grown from a single reference watch to a massive lineup (and AP’s most important collection) of watches available in a dizzying assortment of sizes, materials, colorways, and complications. With a focus on key references and models, welcome to our ultimate guide to the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak.

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