Introducing The New Audemars Code 11.59 Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon 38mm in Sand Gold

Audemars Piguet’s Code 11.59 collection, unveiled in 2019, marked a major shift in the brand’s design approach, sparking controversy within the watch community. Some saw it as a great addition to the brand, while others felt it went against expectations, given the public’s familiarity with the iconic Royal Oak. Blending contemporary aesthetics with traditional watchmaking craftsmanship, the Code 11.59 is known for its bold, modern silhouette and complex construction. This year, the brand is expanding the collection with the Code 11.59 Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon 38mm in Sand Gold.

This new model is the first in the 38mm Code 11.59 collection to feature the selfwinding flying tourbillon, previously seen in the 37mm steel RD#3 counterpart, the Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Extra-Thin. The new release introduces a fusion of modern technology and luxury, crafted in 18-carat sand gold and accented with diamonds, marking a new chapter for the collection.

The case has a diameter of 38mm and a thickness of just 9.6mm. The sand gold case is a unique alloy that shifts between white and pink gold depending on the light. The case is both brushed and polished, and it is set with 235 brilliant-cut diamonds, carefully selected to fit the various geometries of the case. The dial is protected by a glareproofed sapphire crystal, while the sapphire caseback allows a glimpse of the intricate movement inside.

The dial, coated with sand gold PVD and created in collaboration with Swiss guilloché artisan Yann Von Kaenel, features concentric circles and tiny perforations, creating a captivating basketweave pattern. The dial has 18k sand gold indices and hands coated with luminescent tips, along with a snailed inner bezel. At 6 o'clock, you can see the one-minute flying tourbillon.

The watch is powered by Calibre 2968, an ultra-thin automatic movement measuring just 3.4mm in thickness. It operates at a frequency of 21,600 vph (3 Hz) and offers a power reserve of 50 hours. The timepiece is fitted with a beige alligator strap and a sand gold triple-folding clasp set with 42 brilliant-cut diamonds. It is priced at EUR 188,300, which is approximately equivalent to AED 725,300.

For more information, you can visit Audemars Piguet’s official website.