Audemars Piguet

• cal 2896 manual winding nickel lever movement, 36 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance rotating within a three-arm tourbillon carriage • semi-skeletonized dial, outer track with luminescent rectangular five-minute divisions, large luminescent sword hands, tourbillon carriage visible at 9 o'clock, subsidiary seconds combined with crown function selector indication at 6 o'clock, torque indicating Dynamographe at 12 o'clock, vertical in-line power reserve indicator to right side of dial • massive modified-Royal Oak polished alacrite tonneau case with curved profile, brushed accents to the downturned hooded ends, curved octagonal titanium bezel secured by eight screws, screw-down function selector button at 4 o'clock, screw down crown, sapphire display back secured by eight screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp

The watch overall is in very nice condition. The movement is running well and the functions appear to work properly. The dial is clean and the case is also clean with no surface marks. Overall this is a wonderful watch. The length shown in the catalogue and online includes the end lug pieces; the width including the crown is 50 mm.
"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.

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Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and Exclusiveness with booklet, special glass capsule presentation box and outer packaging.

Audemars Piguet originally released the Royal Oak Concept CW1 watch in 2002 after many years of development with its subsidiary movement company Renaud & Papi. Made in only 150 total examples, this watch was available for three years from 2002 until 2004.

The movement features several interesting Audemars Piguet developments including the Dynamographe or torque indicator and the vertical in-line power reserve. The unusual function selector allows the crown to wind or set the movement, or simply rest in a neutral position.

The styling of the watch alludes to its roots in the Royal Oak line of watches, particularly with the octagonal bezel and faceted hooded lugs. This model, however, is made of alacrite, an incredibly hard and durable cobalt and chrome alloy more than twice the strength of steel. Even with the massive case, the watch is surprisingly light (roughly 150 grams) which is a credit to the qualities of this space-age metal.

It is no surprise that the Concept watch was well received by collectors as it does a wonderful job of technically expanding the Royal Oak line, while remaining true to the general aesthetic principles of the series.