Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 41 50th Anniversary Blue Dial 18k Pink Gold Blue Leather Strap 26240OR.OO.D315CR.01

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 41 50th Anniversary Blue Dial 18k Pink Gold Blue Leather Strap 26240OR.OO.D315CR.01 The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26240OR.OO.D315CR.01 is a landmark “Boutique Exclusive” reference released for the 50th Anniversary in 2022. It captures the quintessential Royal Oak aesthetic by combining a solid 18-carat pink gold case with the iconic “Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50” (Night Blue) dial—the exact color of the original 1972 model. Unlike the full-bracelet versions, this reference is paired with a hand-stitched blue alligator strap, which highlights the rich contrast of the pink gold lugs and provides a more formal, tailored appearance on the wrist. As a 50th Anniversary production model, the sapphire caseback reveals the commemorative 22-carat pink gold “50 Years” rotor. This reference also benefits from the “Design Evolution” updates, including improved dial legibility, a more ergonomic case curvature, and the high-performance, in-house Calibre 4401 flyback chronograph movement. Key Features Model Name Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph 41 Reference Number 26240OR.OO.D315CR.01 Case Material 18-carat Pink Gold Dimensions 41 mm (12.4 mm thick) Water Resistance 50 metres (165 feet) Bezel Brushed & Polished 18K Pink Gold Crystal Glareproofed Sapphire (Front and Back) Dial Color “Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50” Grande Tapisserie Movement Type Self-winding (Automatic) Flyback Chronograph Power Reserve Approx. 70 hours Caliber Manufacture Calibre 4401 Anniversary Feature “50 Years” 22K Pink Gold Rotor Strap Blue Alligator with 18K Pink Gold AP Folding Clasp The “Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50” Dial is the ultimate collector’s choice. PVD Excellence: The blue color is achieved via Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD), ensuring a perfectly uniform shade across the “Grande Tapisserie” surface that pays homage to the 1972 original. Modern Signature: The dial features the 24-carat gold applied “Audemars Piguet” signature, created through a galvanic growth process, which replaces the older printed or monogram-only logos for a sharper, 3D look. Flyback Functionality: The Calibre 4401 movement allows the user to reset the chronograph and start a new timing sequence with a single press of the button, a feature highly valued in mechanical sports watches. The Ergonomic “Evolution” Case enhances comfort. Integrated Comfort: The caseback is slightly more integrated into the case middle than previous generations, allowing the 41mm frame to sit lower and more securely on the wrist. Polished Chamfers: The wider, hand-polished bevels on the case edges catch light significantly better than older 41mm chronographs, emphasizing the watch’s architectural lines.