Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Flying Tourbillon Openworked (Ref. 26735ST.OO.1320ST.02) – 2023 Full Set

Up for auction is a pinnacle of contemporary haute horlogerie and architectural watchmaking: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Flying Tourbillon Openworked in Stainless Steel (Reference 26735ST.OO.1320ST.02). Released to mark the cutting edge of AP's modern technical mastery, this 2023 timepiece fuses Gérald Genta's legendary aesthetic with a breathtakingly skeletonized flying tourbillon movement. A hyper-exclusive grail piece that represents the ultimate tier of modern luxury watch collecting.

Key Features

* Flying Tourbillon: A mesmerizing mechanical complication positioned at 6 o'clock that rotates completely to counteract the effects of gravity, floating effortlessly without an upper bridge.
* Masterful Openworking: The skeletonized movement features a complex, multi-layered architecture with contrasting gray, rhodium, and black galvanic tones for incredible visual depth.
* Hand-Finished Bevels: Every single openworked bridge features razor-sharp inner angles and polished bevels, meticulously finished completely by hand at the Le Brassus workshops.
* Gérald Genta Design DNA: The iconic 41mm octagonal steel bezel secured by eight visible, hexagonal functional screws made of 18K white gold.
* Finest Steel Finishing: Renowned for having the industry's most complex alternating satin-brushed and mirror-polished surfaces, shimmering intensely with every movement of the wrist.
* Calibre 2972 Masterpiece: Powered by Audemars Piguet’s in-house automatic flying tourbillon movement, boasting a central 22K gold oscillating weight and a 65-hour power reserve.

Technical Specifications

* Brand: Audemars Piguet
* Reference: 26735ST.OO.1320ST.02
* Model: Royal Oak Flying Tourbillon Openworked
* Year: 2023
* Case Diameter: 41 mm
* Case Thickness: 10.6 mm
* Material: Stainless Steel
* Crystal: Glareproofed sapphire crystal front and caseback
* Water Resistance: 50 meters (5 bar) with a screw-locked crown

Condition & Scope of Delivery

* Condition: Excellent / Mint Condition. The watch has been preserved with extreme care. The razor-sharp case edges and intricate brushed finishes on the integrated bracelet remain in pristine factory condition. The tourbillon functions flawlessly, keeping perfect time.
* Scope of Delivery: Complete Full Set – Includes the original oversized Audemars Piguet luxury wooden presentation box, outer packaging, technical manuals, and the official AP digital warranty activation certificate (dated 2023).

Shipping & Customs Information

* Fully Insured Armored Shipping: Due to the exceptional, ultra-high value of this timepiece, it will be shipped via a specialized high-security courier or premium express service with full tracking and complete high-value insurance coverage.
* Secure Packaging: Double-boxed and sealed with tamper-evident materials to guarantee a flawless and protected delivery.
* Customs & Duties: Please note that international buyers outside the seller's customs zone are responsible for any applicable import duties, taxes, and customs clearance fees in their destination country. The item will be declared at the final winning bid value.