MALDONADO Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore “Montauk Highway Editión” Didicada to torobravo Produced and marketed porTorobravo Replica Limited Edition of 100 numbered. Movimiento: Asia 7750 Valjoux Chronograph movement, Insigna Rotor, Working Regulator, 28800bph Diámetro: 42mm Espesor: 15.5mm Cristal: Zafiro Correa: Hornback decocodrilo realizada artesanalmente por Jacob, perfecta (www.jacobstraps.com) For New Yorkers, Montauk Highway represents the impersonal way out of the asphalt and the rigors of daily routine, a ticket to an oasis where water moves sluggishly on the docks and boats dot the horizon. In this atmosphere, time stretches and contracts to house mile. A road may seem an unlikely source of inspiration for a luxury sports watch, but when it is as famous as the Montauk ... a picturesque strip of asphalt 100 miles starting in New York, traces a path through eastern Long Island and empties into the sun, surf and style of the Hamptons, it's much easier to do. At least that seems to be the thought of Audemars Piguet, to launch this year. Audemars Piguet in June 2009 launched a limited edition of 300 numbered units. Royal Oak Offshore "Montauk Highway at a retail price of 20,500 Dollars This special edition model has style and good taste to the collector. The bright blue and bright emerald on the tachymeter scale and Arabic numerals for the hours is amazing, without being shrill, and the rich tones of chocolate in the sub-areas of the lap counters, create a nice contrast against the pure white dial and revel in the details. Then, of course, not surprising that the brown alligator strap with stitching Hornback emerald blue, almost as luxurious as the polished steel case, warm glow and superbly finished. This beautiful belt works wonders on more than one variant of this model, including the navy or Safari, and it is less effective in editing the Montauk Highway. Adheres to the wrist through the clasp famous "AP" that cleverly doubles flagship brand. Created in 1875 under the signature of two young lovers of fine watchmaking, Jules-Louis Audemars and Edward-Auguste Piguet, and in order to design and produce in the Joux Valley, Audemars Piguet started growing gradually as more later known as the cradle of watchmaking. That was how the conviction but also the talent and the desire to create original pieces, innovative, unique in its kind, enables them to achieve success quickly. By 1885, the two partners set up a branch in the city of Geneva and in 1889, enter into trade relations on the occasion of the Universal Exhibition in Paris, where he presented various complicated watches pocket. Over the years, manufacturing Audemars Piguet develops, giving priority to creating high quality models, but always continuing its tradition of innovation Audemars Piguet among many other creations that have marked the history of Haute Horlogerie, which totaled a record number of world firsts, you can highlight the historic and prestigious Royal Oak, introduced in 1972, characterized as the first luxury sports watch produced in steel, which will revolutionize the codes of Haute Horlogerie, and will see its perfection 20 years after the Royal Oak Offshore, the beginning of another legend and a continued success. This line, which now accounts for half of sales of Audemars Piguet, under the inspiration of the octagonal hatch British war ships, eight screws interns exhibits 18 carat gold, and stainless steel and gold. Its success has been completed with new creations like the Royal Oak Dual Time Royal Oak or Offsshore. The latter is a perfect mechanical work, whose extraordinary case has been made after more than two years of research and testing. The story of the mythical creation of Audemars Piguet emerged back in the 70's, comes in a context of liberation, from the feminist struggle until the conquest of space and the feats of biological research. In this scenario prevailing in the ephemeral, Audemars Piguet drag all the trends, launching a new challenge that asserts its technological and stylistic: the creation of a truly original clock. New form of octagonal bezel, new material such as steel, a new concept of the box because the bevel and the background are secured by eight screws and new concept of integrated bracelet watch First introduced in the World Watch Fair in Basel in 1972, its success is immediate and never decay, integrating over time with new horological complications and regularly using new materials. Importantly, although the original model is still available, the Royal Oak has become a legend: a wonderful story born of daring clock and watchmaking expertise. Since its emergence, and amazes anticipates this watch. Its name derives from the story of a legendary oak dating from 1600. Watch imposed by their own choices, as well as his charismatic character. In a way, has a philosophy of time. Thanks for reading 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenHornet Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 Another outstanding review! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
folex Posted November 23, 2012 Report Share Posted November 23, 2012 Nice review! Except its really limited edition with no more being produced Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sardonix Posted November 23, 2012 Report Share Posted November 23, 2012 Great creative pics, big compliment my man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6r360r10 Posted November 23, 2012 Report Share Posted November 23, 2012 Awesome Sr Maldonado!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted November 23, 2012 Report Share Posted November 23, 2012 Thoroughly enjoyable read. I share your love of AP. I saw my first AP Royal Oak on the wrist of a man I admired in the late 70's. By 1990 I had bought my first Royal Oak and have never looked back. Bravo to AP, the first brand to take an iconic design and make innumerable versions and sizes. And unlike certain other brands....still timeless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
folex Posted November 23, 2012 Report Share Posted November 23, 2012 Thoroughly enjoyable read. I share your love of AP. I saw my first AP Royal Oak on the wrist of a man I admired in the late 70's. By 1990 I had bought my first Royal Oak and have never looked back. Bravo to AP, the first brand to take an iconic design and make innumerable versions and sizes. And unlike certain other brands....still timeless. Hehe, except we are in the Rep forums Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seriph Posted May 18, 2013 Report Share Posted May 18, 2013 revisited this great thread because I am in the middle of making a custom case (box) for my Montauk Highway - fell in love all over again - really hate the strap on mine and hope one day soon to be able to acquire one as nice as the one shown here. As a teaser to putting members (poor guys) through the images of my completed watch box, let me say it is being made from: an old church pew and ice cream sticks hope that gets you wondering ... oh and I imagine all members know that there was a second run of these beauties done - was NOT happy about that but totally understand the commercial imperatives Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflyingdutchman Posted May 18, 2013 Report Share Posted May 18, 2013 And now there is a 3rd run via Ryan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seriph Posted May 18, 2013 Report Share Posted May 18, 2013 (edited) WOW - no idea who Ryan is but I hope it is as good as the others .... would be a shame now to produce a budget version of this thing - BTW I have just come back in after 5 solid hours of sanding .... all of my arm muscles are singin' to me! Edited May 18, 2013 by seriph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflyingdutchman Posted May 18, 2013 Report Share Posted May 18, 2013 WOW - no idea who Ryan is but I hope it is as good as the others .... would be a shame now to produce a budget version of this thing - BTW I have just come back in after 5 solid hours of sanding .... all of my arm muscles are singin' to me! You can find Ryan as a trusted dealer on RWIand RG! I have bought from him and he is great to work with! And he is +/- 60 USD cheaper for the same watch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgematic1 Posted May 19, 2013 Report Share Posted May 19, 2013 Ryan is a very good guy! I order from him as well. And a gen enthousiast too! (AP, Rolex,...)He is fairly new as a watch dealer but he's very good and lightning fast! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmetalprog Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 Nice and learning review , many thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sybariten Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 Nice review and great photos! Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallstreetnyse Posted May 24, 2013 Report Share Posted May 24, 2013 Where the hell can I buy this rep? I need it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kronos twin Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 beautiful piece. I love that baby blue! thanks for sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seriph Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 yeah the blue is lovely ... and a monumental PITA to match! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seriph Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 @ wallstreet: it was made in ultra limited edition only - but they come up for sale from time to time - most expensive sold was around $1200 with gen strap, box and papers - cheapest was new with crap-strap but still nice for $568 - as stated here, a reseller may still have some though they are not a TD on this forum Here is a little something I whipped up ages ago ... And this one for the Safari, which is another nice offering Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallstreetnyse Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 Yes, much to my dismay I came to realize this as I read more about it. Oh well, maybe I will go with a safari or the new 57th street Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kindred666 Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 A new batch of 100pcs will be available from Ryan of Intimewatches coming June.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallstreetnyse Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 How do I get in touch with him/place an order? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
presente21 Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 Where did you bought your AP box?ThanksSent from my iPad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sardonix Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 On white hornback from Jacob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seriph Posted June 18, 2013 Report Share Posted June 18, 2013 Really interesting combo - obviously not for everyone but neither is this timepiece! May we have some more pics please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sardonix Posted June 18, 2013 Report Share Posted June 18, 2013 Here you go, Crystal AR from Domi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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