In 2019, Audemars Piguet breathed new life into its Royal Oak lineage with the release of the Royal Oak 15500OR, a masterful reinterpretation of its iconic silhouette cast in radiant 18-carat rose gold. Sitting confidently at 41 mm, the case retains the unmistakable angular geometry of Gérald Genta’s 1972 original, but with subtle refinements that make this model both modern and timeless. The dial—a striking black Grande Tapisserie—sets the stage for bold rose gold hands and indices, while the date window at 3 o’clock, now nudged closer to the flange, contributes to the design’s newfound balance and clarity. The “Automatic” text has vanished, allowing the Audemars Piguet signature to breathe more fully, reaffirming that prestige needs no extra label.

Inside beats the in-house Caliber 4302, a mechanical upgrade delivering 70 hours of power reserve and running at 4 Hz—viewable through the sapphire caseback, its Geneva striping and rotor engraving offering quiet confirmation of haute horlogerie pedigree. The watch’s 10.4 mm thickness and slightly raised case profile give it wrist presence without sacrificing elegance, especially when paired with the black alligator strap, which tempers the gold’s richness with understated sophistication. The 15500OR isn’t flamboyant—it’s confident. It’s not a departure from the Royal Oak’s heritage, but an elevation: the sharp edges remain, but the movement is sharper; the case is bolder, yet better proportioned.

For collectors, it’s a piece that whispers old-world craftsmanship while projecting contemporary power. The Royal Oak 15500OR is more than a gold watch—it’s a chapter in an evolving story of watch design that refuses to stand still.

Model – Royal Oak
Reference – 15500OR
Year – 2020
Size – 41mm
Dial – Black
Case Material – Rose Gold
Bracelet Material – Leather
Movement – Automatic
Power Reserve – 70hrs
Water resistance – 50m
Condition – 8/10
Accs – Full Set
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