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Less than 2 months to SIHH2015!!
Wow, every year seems faster than the last. It does not feel so long ago that we were presented with SIHH2014 and all of Audemars Piguet's newest creations. And now we will see the next batch in a mere 50+ days. Let's have a quick look back as we then speculate on might might come in 2015.
In 2011, AP launched the 44mm Royal Oak Offshore collection. Certainly something we anticipated (a larger cased Royal Oak Offshore regular collection). But a new attention was placed upon the Millenary and Jules Audemars lines. The Millenary 4101 was unanimously received as a favorite watch offering from Audemars Piguet. As we view it now almost 4 years later, I see this design as significant blow to the sentiment that AP is a watch brand solely positioned around the strength of the Royal Oak and Royal Oak Offshore collections. Surely, those lines continue to prosper and remain the primary image of the brand for most enthusiasts, but the Millenary 4101 has re-powered interest in the oval from AP.
The Jules Audemars collection saw refinement in 2011, and new models displayed the classic design cues used in the round collection.
A personal favorite to this day, the Millenary titanium minute repeater. It's perfect.
2012 marked the 40th anniversary of the Royal Oak, and AP's novelties at SIHH were mostly dedicated to this incredible milestone. An updated version of the vaunted reference 15202 stole the show, and it remains a fireball to this day. I can attest to the power of this "simple" watch. Having owned mine for over a year, it is the greatest Audemars Piguet watch I have ever worn.
AP worked hard to streamline references and unite design details across the range. Here, the Royal Oak reference 15400, photo courtesy of Fx.
And a new 41mm Royal Oak chronograph.
2013, this year was mostly focused on tradition / high complications and the women's collection. But we were also treated to some all ceramic AP Offshores. Here, the 44mm chronograph.
And a very bold interpretation of the Royal Oak Offshore Diver.
The new Grande Complications were nothing short of awesome.
And the women's collections became more unique and feminine. This diamond set Jules Audemars is absolutely stunning in person.
And presented earlier this year, a regular production white ceramic Royal Oak Offshore 44mm chronograph.
And a new white ceramic Diver.
Refreshing the 42mm Royal Oak Offshore chronograph collection was the real focus of 2014 for AP. New versions again unite details and now feature ceramic pushers and crowns, straps with regular buckles, and refined dial trims.
Two new pink gold references are available, including a bracelet model.
The 2014 Safari is quite striking.
And a new Navy.
So, we are refreshed on the previous 4 years of Audemars Piguet. What will come in 2015??
I have really had the impression that AP has been a company holding back on the reigns. A supercar idling along at a comfortable speed. AP's focus in recent years has been dedicated to strengthening its core and refining its collections. Missions accomplished. I believe they are poised to bring forth some exceptional new models in the coming years. Might this process start in 2015? We will know the answers very soon...
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Less than 2 months to SIHH2015!!
Wow, every year seems faster than the last. It does not feel so long ago that we were presented with SIHH2014 and all of Audemars Piguet's newest creations. And now we will see the next batch in a mere 50+ days. Let's have a quick look back as we then spe...
Discussed this issue two weeks ago with an AP employee
in a managerial position. 1. We might see a new Royal Oak Perpetual. 2. AP is working with their own integrated chronograph movement. However, this will probably be ready in the end of next year. But who cares... I am counting days and dreaming about my n...
AP integrated chronograph
I am really excited to see what AP come up with and am happy to wait until the end of 2015 as long as it is good!? :) Does anyone know how long this has been in development?....10 years? Could we expect a revolution or evolution? Perhaps quite a different...
Brand-new system for chronograph pushers!
I read about this and it got me excited.... "which will be a sort of mini-revolution for the watch world. It’s getting patented as we speak". Hope to see this soon this new system soon.
AP integrated chronograph 2015
Can someone explain whether the new movement inside the new ROO selfwinding tourbillon chronograph Is this not the integrated chronograph movement developed inhouse by AP? What's coming end of 2015??? Thanks.
What new ideas could be up their sleeves?
But as Kari spoke of the Jumbo, I agree. After buying a 15202 I do not really have a strong desire for any other AP model. JerryW
You, me, and Kari are paddling in the same boat.
The 15202 is it. I love wearing Royal Oak Offshores, and one day I will own a complicated AP. But the 15202 is "The ONE".
All this confirm why I love AP!
Thanks for this great summary Michael! What will come in 2015? I'm expecting a ceramic RO offshore in 42mm! but I guess it will not come!!
my guess for sihh 2015
Nice summary Michael. For SIHH 2015 I still have my hope to see the new RO Moonphase with new refresh design. Maybe also new ROO 42mm in Titanium or SS with ceramic bazel, or even new ROO for unisex/ladies. But i guess AP will end up with focus more on th...
Jlc
M'y new JLC This message has been edited by DonD on 2014-11-26 21:08:09 This message has been edited by DonD on 2014-11-26 21:11:23 ...
Royal Oak Star Wheel - Double face complication
I wonder what the chances are of AP surprising us with a new double face royal oak star wheel complcation in 2015? This would cool. ;)
First, please refine the 26320
Don't know if it's going to be presented in 2015 but before anything very sophisticated / advanced I would like to see evolution in the RO Chronograph (ref 26320) including a fully in house movement and a see through case back.
Don't forget........
.......the Schumacher 2 will be coming soon, split second seems certain, tourbillon possibly also, but not as certain.........
Schumacher 2?
With split second and tourbillon... what makes you think this? Have you read this somewhere. Im looking forward to seeing the newly integrated chronograph and pusher system but understand we will probably not see this until end of 2015. I reckon Audemars ...
I have been told about it......
......by a few different people in the know including dealers. Split second complication appears to be certain, but some say tourbillon, some say no tourbillon - at the indications on price that have been given, split second and tourbillon seems a bit amb...
S2
Hi Conkers, Looking forward to seeing what AP show us at SIHH 2015. I have a feeling we are going to see some amazing things from them over the next few years as they have repositioned the brand. I am interested in what we could expect from the S2 Offshor...
Well......
......apparently limited to 221 pieces and for the price I think we are not allowed to post on here, but at the price I have heard it can't be right for a split second tourblllon, hence my scepticism about what the complications will actually be. Rgds Rog...
