Audemars Piguet

• cal. 2893 manual winding lever movement, 37 jewels, mono metallic balance rotating within a one minute tourbillon carriage • partially open worked silvered Grande Tapisserie dial, applied baton indexes, luminescent baton hands, black chronograph hand, black subsidiary dial for 30 minute register, double power reserve indicator • platinum Royal Oak case, platinum bezel, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws • case, dial, and movement signed • with a platinum Audemars Piguet link bracelet and folding clasp

CASE Case in overall very good condition with light surfaces scratches to the bracelet, bezel and case at 9 o'clock, and 6 o'clock. Please note the reference number 25969PT.OO.1105PT.01 DIAL Dial in overall excellent condition. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Accompanied by Audemars Piguet Certificate of Origin and Guarantee booklet.  Beginning in 1999, Audemars Piguet launched the Tradition d'Excellence Collection, which comprised of extremely well-crafted horological masterpieces highlighting the firm's skills in both traditional and innovative complications.  This special collection continues to be developed by the firm, and each launch is highly anticipated by collectors.  Their goal is to manufacture eight special models, each with a limited series of only 20 pieces.

The firm introduced the Royal Oak Offshore in 2004 as the fourth piece in this exclusive collection. The present lot features a hand wound tourbillon chronograph with a very unique power reserve complication. The double power reserve indicator shows the wearer a clear 10 day resolution, with an auxiliary indication for the last 24 hours. The caliber 2893 is expertly constructed with ultra light titanium levers, designed to significantly reduce inertia. The watch is completed by an impressively weighted platinum bracelet.