Audemars Piguet 26420SO.OO.A029VE.01 Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph Ceramic Stainless steel Blue Dial Watch

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 43 mm Chronograph – Ref. 26420SO.OO.A029VE.01

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Ref. 26420SO.OO.A029VE.01 is a bold statement piece introducing the signature « Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50 » ceramic hue into the famed Offshore chronograph line. With standout two‑tone styling, a deep-blue Méga Tapisserie dial, and AP’s integrated flyback chronograph caliber, this 2025 release is engineered for performance and style.

Steel Bleu Nuit Ceramic Case

This 43 mm timepiece combines a classic stainless steel case middle, caseback, and push-piece guards with a deep-blue ceramic bezel, pushers, and screw-locked crown in the exclusive « Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50 » shade — delivering dynamic contrast and technical resilience. At 14.4 mm thick and water-resistant to 100 m, the watch maintains a balance of robustness and wearable luxury.

Iconic Bleu Dial with Méga Tapisserie Pattern

The dial features Audemars Piguet’s signature Méga Tapisserie motif in the matching blue ceramic tone. Light-blue chronograph counters at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock add sporty dimension, while applied 18K white gold hands and hour markers with luminescent fill ensure clarity. A discreet date window sits between 4 and 5 o’clock, and a matching inner bezel ring enhances cohesion.

Caliber 4401 Flyback Chronograph Movement

At the heart of the watch is the in-house Caliber 4401, Audemars Piguet’s integrated automatic chronograph with flyback function. The movement features a vertical clutch, zero-reset mechanism, and a column-wheel. It operates at 4 Hz (28,800 vph) and offers a robust 70‑hour power reserve. Visible through the sapphire caseback is the black-coated 22K pink gold rotor and refined finishing.

Interchangeable Strap System

Ref. 26420SO.OO.A029VE.01 includes a textured blue leather strap, complemented by a second Bleu Nuit rubber strap. Both straps feature a stainless steel pin buckle and can be effortlessly swapped via AP’s quick-change system—ideal for transitioning from sporty outings to formal occasions.

Technical Summary

• Reference: 26420SO.OO.A029VE.01
• Case: 43 mm stainless steel with Bleu Nuit ceramic bezel, push‑pieces, and crown
• Thickness: ~14.4 mm
• Water Resistance: 100 m / 10 ATM
• Dial: Bleu Nuit Méga Tapisserie with light-blue chronograph counters
• Movement: Automatic Caliber 4401 flyback chronograph, 70 h reserve
• Straps: Blue leather rubber, interchangeable system
• Complications: Chronograph, flyback, date, tachymeter

What Makes 26420SO.OO.A029VE.01 Unique

• Bleu Nuit ceramic signature: A color-first in the Offshore series, the rich deep-blue ceramic gives the watch instant visual recognition and technical flair.
• Integrated flyback chronograph Caliber 4401: Offers precise, reliable timing with high-end finishing visible through the caseback.
• Dual-strap versatility: Blue leather and rubber straps allow seamless style changes without tools.

Conclusion

The Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Ref. 26420SO.OO.A029VE.01 is a standout modern masterpiece. Its Bleu Nuit ceramic accents, in-house flyback movement, and flexible styling deliver a timepiece that embodies performance, personality, and Swiss luxury in one iconic package.