Source: Subdial
MSRP
: 9,650 EUR
Condition: Very good
Year of Production: 2005
Case Size: 39mm
Case Material: Stainless steel
Dial Color: Black
Bracelet/Strap: -
Movement Type: Automatic
Box: Yes
Papers: Yes
Location: United Kingdom
Price 34,016 USD
Description
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Royal Oak 15300ST.OO.1220ST.03 c. 2005 Box and Extract
The ref. 15300 Royal Oak is emblematic of Audemars Piguet's transition from its neo-vintage era to its modern day iteration. Its case finishing is similar to earlier references, with finer brushing when compared to later references. However, the watch definitely feels like a modern AP on the wrist, with more assertive proportions as well as the 'grand tapisserie' dial. The story of Audemars Piguet is, in many ways, the story of the Royal Oak. Upon its release in 1972, it shocked observers across the industry with its high price tag and stainless steel construction. It was, however, unlike any other watch ever created. The integrated bracelet was given the same attention as the movement - something that was completely unheard of. The "petite tapisserie" dial was also a nod to traditional guilloche techniques, but rendered in a thoroughly modern form. This new watch costed 10 times more than what a Rolex were charging for a Submariner at the time. No longer were steel watches to be seen as practical tools, but as objects of luxury. This radical new approach changed the landscape of the industry, and changed the public perception of Swiss wristwatches. Coming at a time of great disturbance within the Swiss watch industry, this was a much-needed restructuring which arguably saved the industry.
Audemars Piguet
1743
Royal Oak 15300 Stainless Steel / Black
15300ST.OO.1220ST.03
Automatic
39
Stainless Steel
2005
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15300 Stainless Steel / Black
15300ST.OO.1220ST.03
False
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15300ST.OO.1220ST.03
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Box and Extract
Watch comes with a outer box, inner box and extract.
Movement
There are some light marks on the winding rotor.