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hat makes a watch a classic? Perhaps we can derive the answers from one of Audemars Piguet’s pillars, the Royal Oak. From a design perspective, the watch has a timelessly unique look because of its tonneau-shaped case, octagonal bezel, and eight visible hexagonal screws. These, combined with the guilloché Tapisserie dial, give the Royal Oak a distinct appeal. Of course, a timepiece can only be called a classic if it is able to evolve and remain relevant despite the passage of time. The brand has managed this successfully by tweaking the model periodically, adorning it with fresh colours, and enhancing its precision with technological improvements. To date, the Royal Oak has endured for 50 years, which says a lot in terms of its longevity. This year, the watch benefits from a number of slight changes to its design and overall look, as well as the addition of new dial colour options. For 2022, the timepiece is now rendered in an array of Selfwinding and Selfwinding Chronograph models.
CAPTIVATING GREEN One of the most alluring colours in existence, green is a calming and regal colour. For 2022, Audemars Piguet has chosen a dark green hue, called khaki green, to enhance the dial of four of its new variants. First up is the 37 mm Royal The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph, 41 mm, featuring a khaki green dial
BEAUTIFUL THROUGH THE YEARS, AUDEMARS PIGUET HAS EXPERTLY HONED THE AESTHETICS OF ITS ICONIC ROYAL OAK TIMEPIECE Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding, 37 mm
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By Maria Zarah Gregorio Viado
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