Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph Ref. 25977ST

WIRE / USDT PRICE

$77.760

Main Features

Reference: 25977ST.OO.1205ST (If on steel bracelet)

Year: 2004

Case: 44mm • Stainless Steel • Slim profile (wears beautifully like a 42-43mm)

Bezel: Fixed Stainless Steel with signature octagonal design and 8 hexagonal screws

Dial: Dark Blue with red accents • "Grande Tapisserie" pattern • Luminescent white gold applied hour markers and Royal Oak hands

Movement: In-house AP Calibre 2889 manual-winding • 1-minute Tourbillon escapement • ~70h power reserve (3 full days) • Nickel Silver mainplate and bridges

Functions: Hours, minutes, tourbillon at 6 o'clock, 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o'clock, and running small seconds sub-dial at 9 o'clock

Bracelet: Integrated Stainless Steel Royal Oak bracelet with AP folding clasp / Black hand-stitched alligator strap

Water resistance: 20m / 65ft

Description

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph Ref. 25977ST is an absolute holy grail of modern horology, representing a supreme fusion of traditional grand complications and iconic luxury sports design. First introduced in the early 2000s, this rare 2004 masterpiece brings a breath-taking mechanical spectacle to the classic Gérald Genta silhouette. It perfectly balances a robust 44mm stainless steel case with an ultra-refined profile that sits elegantly low on the wrist.

The dial is a breathtaking showcase of complexity, featuring the signature "Grande Tapisserie" waffle motif as the backdrop for its dual-counter chronograph layout. At 6 o'clock, a large, mesmerizing aperture completely exposes the hand-finished 1-minute tourbillon cage, which continuously rotates to counteract gravity and optimize precision. The sub-dials at 3 and 9 o'clock handle the chronograph minutes and small seconds with flawless geometric harmony, framed by white gold luminescent markers.

Turning the watch over reveals the architectural marvel of the manual-winding Calibre 2889 through the sapphire crystal exhibition caseback. Its mainplate and bridges are expertly sculpted from stable, tarnish-resistant Nickel Silver, showcasing flawless anglage and internal polishing. The mechanical chronograph mechanism is engineered with a proprietary titanium coupling lever system, entirely eliminating the "jumping hand" phenomenon when starting the stopwatch. Offering a staggering 3-day power reserve, this 2004 Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph stands as a definitive investment-grade collector’s piece that commands undisputed prestige.

Key Specifications

Box / Papers / Tags

Full Set

Conditions

Pre-owned - Good Condition

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