Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon 41mm Extra-Thin Blue Index Rose Gold Stainless Steel Hand-Wound - 26517SR.OO.1220SR.01

Hand-wound mechanical mastery defines the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon Extra-Thin 26517SR.OO.1220SR.01, where the mesmerizing tourbillon escapement rotates against a striking blue dial backdrop. This 41mm steel and rose gold case houses one of haute horlogerie's most demanding complications in an extraordinarily thin profile, challenging conventional wisdom about tourbillon proportions. The bi-metallic construction pairs brushed stainless steel with polished rose gold accents, creating subtle warmth against the signature octagonal architecture. Reference 26517SR.OO.1220SR.01 represents Audemars Piguet's commitment to mechanical transparency, offering an unobstructed view of the hypnotic tourbillon at six o'clock through the open dial design.

Key Features & Specifications

• Manual-Wind Tourbillon Movement — Hand-wound calibre showcases the rotating escapement through an open dial aperture, eliminating the need for battery power while displaying one of watchmaking's most prestigious complications
• 41mm Steel and Rose Gold Case — Octagonal case construction combines brushed stainless steel with polished rose gold bezel and crown, secured by the iconic eight hexagonal screws
• Blue Index Dial — Sunburst blue dial features applied rose gold hour markers and hands, with the tourbillon cage prominently displayed at the six o'clock position
• Extra-Thin Profile — Despite housing a complex tourbillon mechanism, the case maintains an elegant thin silhouette that preserves wrist comfort and formal versatility
• Integrated Steel and Rose Gold Bracelet — Signature Royal Oak bracelet alternates brushed steel center links with polished rose gold outer links, secured by the AP-signed deployant clasp
• Screw-Down Crown — Rose gold crown ensures water resistance while maintaining the manual-winding ritual essential to this mechanical timepiece
• Complete Presentation — Includes original Audemars Piguet box and papers, documenting the watch's authenticity and specifications

About This Timepiece

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