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Opinion: Audemars Piguet CODE 2020 11.59

As was the case last year, Audemars Piguet’s 2020 CODE 11.59 collection pushed many boundaries, but as we all know, the collection is still not the star of the show when it comes to Audemars Piguet. But does that mean it can’t become an iconic part of the watchmaker’s portfolio in the future?

Audemars Piguet has a long history. It was one of the early players in this field, having been involved in watchmaking since 1875. Over the years, this watch manufacturer has been committed to experimentation and innovation, achieving achievements such as manufacturing the world's first minute repeater movement. For use in wristwatches (1892).

This was followed by the ultra-complication Universelle model (1899), which featured a split-seconds chronograph, jumping and jumping seconds, grande strike, minute repeater, alarm and perpetual calendar. AP also developed the world's first skeletonized watch (1934) and the world's first perpetual calendar watch with leap year display, day of the week, peripheral date, month and moon phase functions (1955).

Around the 1970s, however, the brand began to stick with selling certain successful sporty lines that would remain at the forefront into the 21st century. Which brings us to the Audemars Piguet 2020 CODE 11.59. The discount replica watches were only first launched last year and are part of a very classic collection compared to the watchmaker's recent best-sellers. A renewed focus on classic dress watches and significant investment in a still very young product line begs the question: Does Audemars Piguet’s CODE 11.59 have the potential to become another defining piece in the history of the powerful Le Brassus manufacturer?

Why did Audemars Piguet create CODE 11.59?
In the past ten years, Audemars Piguet's popularity has increased year by year. CEO François-Henry Bennahmias, who we spoke to last year, said that Audemars Piguet’s watch sales in every market around the world are likely to be 50% higher than actual sales (currently 40,000 piece). In this sense, Audemars Piguet has centered its strategy around exclusivity. “Volume guides everything we do,” Bennamias said. “If we control quantity, we can control the integrity and quality of delivery.”

Bennahmias said, "The main reason why Audemars Piguet launched CODE 11.59 is to advance the history of the brand." This not only includes recalling the details of past creations, but also aims to emphasize its ability to innovate - which is the rich experience AP has accumulated over the past 145 years. . For example, during the quartz crisis, when many watchmakers went out of business, Audemars Piguet calmly produced the world's thinnest self-winding perpetual calendar watch.

However, creativity doesn’t stop at complications, aesthetics are also reflected in past designs, from asymmetrical cases to octagonal diamond-set bracelet luxury Watches replica. This relentless pursuit of innovation in any form is what the CODE 11.59 collection is all about – while keeping in mind that the collection must be timeless.

The concept creation of the CODE 11.59 watch took at least seven years. This shows the depth and consideration behind the watch’s design. As Bennahmias tells us, these timepieces are designed to impress: “We want people to look at Audemars Piguet’s CODE 11.59 from a watchmaking perspective and say: ‘Respect’”.

Perhaps most important of all is the meaning behind the series’ name, which shows the strategic thinking behind the watches:

Challenge - Challenging the limits of craftsmanship
Our own – our roots and heritage
Dare - follow a firm belief
Continuous development - never stagnate
11.59 – The last minute before a new day
The series itself: 2019-2020

As mentioned, Audemars Piguet’s CODE 11.59 collection only came out last year, when it was unveiled at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2019 and received admittedly mixed reviews. A total of 6 watches from 13 models were unveiled: two self-winding watches and self-winding chronographs, a perpetual calendar watch, and two tourbillon watches - the Skeleton Tourbillon and the Flying Tourbillon. Tourbillon self-winding watch, and super self-sounding minute repeater watch. There are also three new movements for automatic, chronograph and tourbillon watches.

This year, the brand launched five new automatic mens replica watches best, as well as five new automatic chronograph models. It's unclear if we'll see more complex models, but if so, could this help us gauge the popularity of other CODE 11.59 releases from last year?

2020: New version, new design?
To be honest, the 2020 CODE 11.59 watch is not that different from the 2019 model. However, the new dial colors and case materials are definitely worth a look. The smoked lacquer dial has a sunburst pattern and comes in blue, burgundy, purple, light or dark gray.

The inner bezel is available in black or gray, adding a layer of depth to the already colorful dial. On some versions, such as purple or to some extent burgundy, the sunburst almost disappears due to the darker color of the dial. However, on other versions, such as the blue dial version, the light and dark blue tones look beautiful in the sunlight. The gray dial, meanwhile, shows off the sunburst pattern nicely but appears to be whiter than gray at first glance – arguably making it a more feminine option.

In this regard, the new color definitely benefits the brand’s unisex designs—Bennahmias describes Audemars Piguet’s CODE 11.59 as “not a men’s watch, not a women’s watch, but a watch.” Observe Bold It will be interesting to see if purple, silver and burgundy watches are more popular with women or men. After all, the collection marks the first time the brand has consciously created collections for both men and women. replica watches on sale

Unlike last year’s CODE 11.59 watch, some new versions combine vivid dials with two-tone gold cases. Four light and dark gray dial styles combine an 18-karat rose gold middle case with 18-karat white gold bezel, lugs and caseback. Interestingly, the applied hour markers and hands match the mid-case material rather than the bezel, which accentuates the watch’s two-tone look from every angle. Whether this combination actually works is arguably a matter of taste. It should also be noted that while Audemars Piguet confidently calls the collection “timeless,” there’s no doubt that two-tone watches will fall out of favor sooner or later.

What’s more, it’s also important to look at the two-tone case from a collector’s perspective. The two-tone gold case is extremely rare in the history of Audemars Piguet watches. Particularly unusual. Nonetheless, they are gradually becoming more common, and watch brands now seem poised to use two-tone gold combinations more often.

Interestingly, a two-tone CODE 11.59 was actually released last year - the white gold and rose gold Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 Tourbillon Skeleton Only watch version. It sells for no less than one million Swiss francs. Secondly, the acclaimed [Re]master01 automatic chronograph released earlier this year features an unusual combination of rose gold and stainless steel. These two AP watches may be the key factors in the birth of this year’s two-color CODE 11.59 model.

The remaining six watches, meanwhile, only use one case material — something that would otherwise be confusing given the bright, bold dial colors. The burgundy dial watch has an 18-karat white gold case, while the purple and blue dials come in 18-karat pink gold. The three-dimensional hour markers and hands match the material of the case. In this regard, the Arabic numerals are inspired by minute repeaters from the 1940s, a nod to the brand’s roots. replica Chopard

Code 11.59: Highlights
As previously mentioned, Audemars Piguet claims to have launched the CODE 11.59 collection in hopes of showcasing the manufacturer’s long tradition of design experimentation. Perhaps that’s why this watch took five years to create. The watch explores a variety of innovative watchmaking methods, from the unique case shape to the unusual layering approach used for the dial logo.

Case: "Classic in nature, unconventional in design"
The case of the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 and its juxtaposed geometric shapes are a major feature of the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 watch. According to Bennahmias, the team went through approximately 25 different designs, plus many different internal and external designers, before settling on the design of the “round” case.

The Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59’s three-piece case – most easily seen on the two-tone version – is what watchmaking is all about; pushing boundaries and not being afraid to experiment. The 41mm case integrates an octagonal middle case (perhaps a nod to the brand’s first octagonal watch from 1917), a rounded ultra-thin bezel and stylized arched lugs. As mentioned, the two-tone version will definitely draw attention to this unusual design, which might be overlooked at first glance.

The lugs of the watch case require a new production process that differs from traditional watch case manufacturing. The hollow lugs are hand-soldered with solder paste and combine a total of five different axes. First, they are welded to the upper bezel to leave the octagonal middle case unobstructed. Secondly, the upper lugs are welded to the ultra-thin bezel, while the bottom lugs simply rest against the caseback. To give you an idea of what this measurement looks like in real life: it leaves enough room to slide a piece of paper into the gap between the case and the lug, essentially leaving the lug suspended in the air. Jacob & Co Astronomia Casino

Unusually, the case material alternates between chamfered, satin-brushed and polished parts. With the case's various edges and rounded surfaces, this was no easy task. Therefore, Audemars Piguet uses a highly specialized team, including six polishers and five satin brush experts. What’s more, the polisher’s job is made even more complicated by the details of the case itself—parts cannot be altered even slightly, as this would affect the watch’s alignment.

All in all, the unusual combination of a round case and an octagonal case is not only unique, but also a key element for CODE 11.59 to become a work with its own characteristics in the future. It’s also designed to be a functional watch case – thanks to its curved design, it’s designed to fit perfectly on any wrist size.

dial
The dials in this collection are all made by a single supplier, as creating them requires complex and highly manual work. Part of the reason was the choice to display a lacquered dial, which then had to accommodate a rather unusual logo.

The 12.5 mm long Audemars Piguet logo is made using a galvanic growth process, a chemical process used to achieve micron precision. It is applied by layering thin layers of 24-karat gold on top of each other, creating a 3D effect. While the process has been adopted by other watchmakers, Audemars Piguet is the first company to use 24-karat gold in the process. This complex logo implementation took approximately two years to develop, in part because the “A” and “U” in the Audemars Piguet logo are very thin. What's more, the letters are connected to each other by links about the size of a hair.

Unexpected Size: Crystal
As mentioned before, the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 has ultra-thin bezels. The reason behind this geometry was the need for the bezel to integrate an unusual sapphire crystal, which was also designed specifically for this series. The anti-glare sapphire crystal has a hemispherical inner surface, while its outer surface curves vertically from 6 to 12 o'clock.

This arched profile is designed to provide optimal readability of the dial. Beyond clarity, this also means that the timepiece’s depth, perspective and even light can be exploited, as it can be tilted and studied from contrasting angles and surfaces. Even if this watch isn't your style, it's well worth seeing in person - the creation of the crystal is a truly impressive feat of design and is incredibly clear even at a glance. Richard Mille replica Watches

Specially crafted: homemade movement
The movement of the self-winding model and the self-winding chronograph was developed specifically for the CODE 11.59 of the Audemars Piguet collection. Like the case and dial, the development of the movement is no easy task, especially for the self-winding chronograph model, which has always been highly anticipated by fans of the brand.

The chronograph is powered by the in-house caliber 4401, a chronograph with an integrated column wheel and flyback function that allows the chronograph to be restarted without first stopping and resetting it. The movement is 32mm in diameter and of course offers hours, small seconds and date windows. The movement is also equipped with a patented zero-reset mechanism that ensures that every chronograph hand is reset to zero.

In addition, it is equipped with a vertical clutch system that prevents the hands from jumping when the chronograph is stopped or started. Audemars Piguet is keen to showcase as many of the 367 components and functions as possible; parts that are usually hidden from view, such as the column wheel and the so-called “dance” of the chronograph hammer when the chronograph is reset to zero, are accessible through the case back See, even the oscillating weight made of 22-karat gold is open. Already working.

Meanwhile, the self-winding caliber 4302 (also with a large diameter of 32 mm) belongs to the same movement family as its chronograph cousin, but is naturally much simpler. It provides hours, minutes, central seconds and instantaneous date indication. The movement features a decorative 22-carat gold oscillating weight, clearly visible through the sapphire crystal case back.

Finally, let’s not forget the basics – both movements beat at 4 Hz and have a 70-hour power reserve. In addition, thanks to the sapphire crystal case back, wearers of both models can admire a variety of handcrafted and refined decorative techniques. These include “traits tirés”, “Côtes de Genève”, as well as round textures, round satin and diamond polished corners. https://www.reviewluxurystore.com

watch strap
The watch itself comes with a hand-stitched leather strap that matches the color of the dial. It would be interesting to see the dial paired with a simple black strap, as a brighter model like a burgundy watch would have a completely different look. What’s even more interesting is to see how these watches – at least the white gold versions – would look like on a bracelet, since the chronograph, especially one with a digital tachymeter scale, might look more like a sports watch.

The strap also manipulates the color of the dial to a certain extent - for example, a gray dial might be perceived as white without a gray leather strap. Regardless, the current hand-stitched “large square scale” alligator leather strap with 18-karat white gold/rose gold pin buckle integrates well into the design, ultimately allowing the case shape and striking dial to take center stage.

Ultimately, 2020 did not bring many major changes to the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 watch. We can simply conclude that this is thanks to the already impressive case design, great attention to detail and the colorful sunburst dial. However, while these elements are an important part of any watch review, it's also worth analyzing what the latest collection actually tells us about the brand, its strategy and its followers.

Back to the first point of this article: Audemars Piguet is famous for its Royal Oak collection. So why invest in an Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 watch again, despite its truly exciting new qualities? Of course, it sold well in its first year. But on a deeper level, my answer is that, fundamentally, these watches encourage not only the watch brand but its followers to step outside of their comfort zone.

Having one thing that defines us is both a blessing and a curse, and sadly, it’s easy to forget what a brand has to offer because we often focus on a brand’s most iconic designs, from Jaeger-LeCoultre to Reverso to Breitling’s Navitimer. No, the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 won’t be as easily identifiable on your wrist, and yes, fewer people will stop to refill your watch in public—at least for now. But that’s certainly not all a watch should have.

Some might say the release of Audemars Piguet's latest Code 11.59 watch is a thinly veiled ploy to push consumers in new directions, attract new customers, and remind consumers of the manufacturer's capabilities. Others might say that the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 simply doesn’t have the same wow factor as the Royal Oak’s iconic modern design. But we have to remember that the Royal Oak was also overlooked and ridiculed in its infancy. Personally, I think the case and sapphire crystal in particular have the power to make the watch a valuable part of the brand’s history.

After exploring the depth of thought and detail behind its creation, it’s clear that Audemars Piguet’s CODE 11.59 can encourage us as individuals to open our eyes and our minds and see that there is a wealth of watches out there waiting to be discovered – if we can learn to look beyond A cult classic would be nice. https://www.moon-watch.co