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PIGUET UNVEILS ITS SECOND LONG-AWAITED COLLABORATION WITH MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT

Another year, another remarkable feat by Swiss luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet, as it announces the unveiling of a highly anticipated timepiece. Alongside a leading name in the film- making and entertainment industry, Marvel Entertainment, the watchmaking powerhouse reveals its second collaboration with the company that has sparked excitement among Super Hero fans worldwide.

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A brilliant addition to its Super Hero collection, the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “SpiderMan” could perhaps be one of the most awaited luxury timepieces for fans of Marvel thus far. The timepiece features all the characteristics of the beloved Super Hero, whilst still maintaining the functionality and power of an Audemars Piguet watch. Measuring 42 mm, the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” is made of the finest materials and designed with high visibility. The titanium case is paired perfectly with a black ceramic bezel, adding further depth to the timepiece. Even from afar, one could easily tell the time with the gold hour markers with white luminescence on the black inner bezel. Aside from providing its wearer a clear view of the time, the movement and dial combine black, grey and white hues that act as the perfect backdrop to the timepiece’s star, namely Spider-Man himself.

Beneath the sapphire crystal is a Spider-Man character seemingly reaching out to the wearer whilst displaying his iconic web-shooting hand gesture. Whilst the development of the timepiece itself certainly took time and dedication, the Spider-Man character was also not an easy task to realise. Made of white gold, it required advanced technology and craftsmanship. Whilst technology was used to add depth and texture to the figure, Audemars Piguet’s artisans single-handedly added details and painted on the figure.

The transparent case back gives additional dimension to the entire display. Moreover, the sapphire crystal also gives a vivid view of the stunning Calibre 2974, the jewel-encrusted movement set apart for its remarkable 72-hour power reserve. The 250-piece limited edition Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” is paired with two interchangeable rubber straps, which come in black and grey or black and red.

This timepiece marks the second collaboration between the renowned watchmaker and Marvel Entertainment. Previously, the two companies had launched a timepiece dedicated to another fan favourite Super Hero, Black Panther. Though the partnership between Audemars Piguet and Marvel is indeed a magnificent one, its intentions are even more so. Aspiring to bridge the gap in access to education, the haute horologist shares its ambitions with non-profit organisations, First Book and Ashoka, to address this cause. In 2021, Audemars Piguet auctioned the oneof-a-kind Royal Oak Concept “Black Panther” Flying Tourbillon, the proceeds of which helped support the two NPOs. Following the unveiling of this year’s addition to the collection, Audemars Piguet also auctioned the unique, one piece Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Black Suit Spider-Man” version to further support First Book and Ashoka.

Founded by Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet, luxury watchmaking manufacturer Audemars Piguet has dabbled in the world of haute horlogerie since the 19th century. Intent on crafting trustworthy yet pioneering timepieces, the Swiss watchmaker gained its reputation with complicated movements and unconventional designs, including the Royal Oak of 1972, which remains highly revered until today. Similarly, Marvel Entertainment remains unbeatable in the entertainment industry and has brought beloved comic book characters to life and onscreen like no other company has done before. The subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company has expanded its empire to books, games, and other productions.