Audemars Piguet 26605CE.OO.1248CE.01 Royal Oak Grande Complication Black Ceramic Skeleton Dial Watch

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Grande Complication – Ref. 26605CE.OO.1248CE.01

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Grande Complication (Ref. 26605CE.OO.1248CE.01) is an extraordinary fusion of technical mastery and contemporary design. Crafted in 2023–2024, this unique piece is entirely hand-assembled by a single master watchmaker in Audemars Piguet’s Grande Complication workshop. It unites minute repeater, split‑seconds chronograph, and perpetual calendar complications—all powered by the in‑house, automatic Calibre 2885—into a sculptural black ceramic execution that redefines modern haute horlogerie.

Case & Bracelet

• Material: Full black ceramic case, bezel, push-pieces, crown, and integrated bracelet with AP folding clasp—offering unmatched scratch resistance and lightweight comfort.
• Dimensions: 44 mm diameter × 15.1 mm thickness; water resistance rated to 20 m (2 bar).
• Crystals: Anti‑glare sapphire front and caseback for optimal visibility of movement and complications.

Dial & Hands

The watch features a sculptural, openworked sapphire dial with black sub-dials and a contrasting black inner bezel. The iconic Royal Oak hands are crafted in white gold and filled with luminescent coating, ensuring excellent legibility over the complex movement architecture.

Movement & Complications

• Calibre 2885: A fully integrated automatic “Grande Complication” movement running at 2.75 Hz (19,800 vph), with approximately 45 hours power reserve, 648 components and 52 jewels.
• Minute repeater: A chiming mechanism that audibly signals the time on demand.
• Split‑seconds chronograph: Enables timing of multiple intervals with precision.
• Perpetual calendar: Automatically accounts for date, day, week, month, leap year, and moonphase.

Craftsmanship & Exclusivity

Handcrafted as a one-of-one edition, this watch exemplifies Audemars Piguet’s mastery in merging technical complexity with contemporary materials. The Grande Complication workshop specialist has overseen every step—from movement assembly through casing—ensuring a masterpiece that is as reliable as it is exclusive.

Unique Character & Aesthetic

The bold black ceramic aesthetic reinterprets the Royal Oak’s iconic octagonal case and exposed screws into a modern, stealthy design language. The skeletonized dial reveals the refined movement beneath, where function meets avant-garde form. This watch doesn’t just tell time—it broadcasts mechanical prowess.

Technical Summary

• Reference: 26605CE.OO.1248CE.01
• Case/Bracelet: Black ceramic; 44 mm × 15.1 mm; 20 m WR
• Dial: Skeleton sapphire with black counters, white‑gold luminescent hands
• Movement: Calibre 2885 automatic; 19,800 vph; 45 h PR; 52 jewels; 648 components
• Complications: Minute repeater, split‑seconds chronograph, perpetual calendar (calendar, week, moonphase)
• Edition: One‑off, fully hand‑assembled by a single master watchmaker

Conclusion 26605CE.OO.1248CE.01

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Grande Complication 26605CE.OO.1248CE.01 is more than a timekeeper—it’s a statement of mechanical supremacy and avant-garde design. With every component meticulously crafted and assembled, this black‑ceramic showpiece represents the height of modern haute horlogerie. Ideal for collectors and connoisseurs who demand exclusivity, heritage, and bold innovation.