Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Reference 25721ST.OO.1000ST.08, a stainless steel automatic wristwatch with date and chronograph, Circa 2001

Description

In 1993, the first Royal Oak Offshore was released as an anniversary celebration of the classic Royal Oak that was launched in the 1970s. The Royal Oak Offshore goes back to 1989 when Audemars Piguet designer Emmanuel Gueit demonstrated a sketch of the Royal Oak. This larger and sportier watch was designed for watch collectors who are affectionate for a larger case. The Royal Oak Offshore, known as "The Beast," the nicknamed due to its size and weight. The Royal Oak Offshore quickly became the top contemporary model.

The watch is in overall good condition with light wear throughout commensurate with age. Case is in overall good condition with minor surface wear. Bezel has minor scratches and dents at 5 o'clock. Bracelet has minor signs of scratches and surface wear throughout commensurate with age. The movement is running at the 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.

Year 2001 Reference Number 25721ST.OO.1000ST.08 Model Royal Oak Offshore Complication Date, Chronograph Gender Men's Dial Color(S) Black Dial Numerals Arabic Movement Type Automatic Case Material(S) Stainless Steel Case Number N9*** Case Size (Mm) 42 Case Back Secured by screws Band Material Stainless Steel Dimension Notes

Fits a wrist size of 7 inches or smaller.

Clasp Type Deployant buckle Clasp Material(S) Stainless Steel Signature Dial, Case