Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph – Ref. 26405CE.OO.A030CA.01
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 26405CE.OO.A030CA.01 is a bold and refined expression of high-performance watchmaking, crafted for those who demand durability, style, and mechanical excellence. Introduced in 2020, this model blends avant-garde materials with the iconic Offshore aesthetic to deliver a standout chronograph.
Case
Materials
This version features a 44 mm case constructed largely in black ceramic, paired with a blue ceramic bezel, ceramic pushers, and screw-locked crown. Titanium pushpiece guards provide added structural strength while reducing weight. The caseback is sapphire, offering a view of the movement. Water resistance is rated at 100 meters, making it versatile enough for daily wear and adventure.
Dial
Design
A striking smoked blue “Méga Tapisserie” dial is the centerpiece, combining depth with an upscale texture. The dial displays three chronograph subdials, a small seconds display, and a date window. Arabic numerals in white gold, Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating, and a black inner bezel ring complete the graphical balance and legibility.
Movement
Performance
Under the hood is the AP Caliber 3126/3840, a robust automatic chronograph movement. It offers approximately 50 hours of power reserve. The combination of a base 3126 movement and the 3840 chronograph module ensures precision and reliability, while also highlighting AP’s mastery in in-house engineering.
Strap
Wearability
The watch comes with a blue rubber strap with “textile” decoration, echoing the blue tones of the bezel and dial. It fastens with a titanium pin buckle to maintain a balance of strength and lightweight comfort. The integrated design ensures seamless aesthetic flow from the case to the strap.
Key Features
- Reference: 26405CE.OO.A030CA.01
- Case: 44 mm ceramic with titanium guards, 14.3 mm thickness
- Bezel: Blue ceramic
- Dial: Smoked blue “Méga Tapisserie” with Arabic numerals and chronograph subdials
- Movement: Caliber 3126/3840, automatic chronograph
- Power Reserve: ~50 hours
- Strap: Blue rubber with textile texture, titanium buckle
- Water Resistance: 100 meters
Why This Model Stands Out
What makes the 26405CE.OO.A030CA.01 truly exceptional is its bold interplay of ceramic and titanium, matched with a vibrant blue color scheme. The use of high-tech ceramics not only delivers scratch resistance but also a modern, technical appeal. The smoked blue dial plays beautifully under light, and the choice of a rubber-textured strap keeps the design cohesive while offering comfort in active settings. For collectors and enthusiasts looking for a dynamic, luxurious chronograph with modern materials and technical depth, this Royal Oak Offshore model is a compelling choice.
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