Good evening everyone!
Recently, Audemars Piguet announced a new model.
that name as well
"Royal Oak Mini Frosted Gold Quartz"
This model is based on the Mini Royal Oak, which was released in 1997 , and while it retains the iconic Royal Oak design, it has evolved in terms of technology and design.
This time, we will introduce a new model that has been revived as a high-quality jewelry watch! Please enjoy reading until the end.
overview
Features
①Small 23mm case size
The most distinctive feature of this model is the 23mm case size. The smallest size in the current Royal Oak collection is 33mm , which is a bit large for women, even though it is a unisex size. Therefore, the 23mm size of this model is quite easy for women to use.
The brand is promoting it as a jewelry watch rather than a luxury sports watch, so it's nice that you can wear it like an accessory.
②Frosted gold finish on case and bracelet
One of the features of this new model is the frosted gold finish on the case and bracelet, a technique that jewelry designer Carolina Bucci introduced to the Royal Oak in 2016 .
Frosted gold is gold hammered using traditional Florentine techniques, whereby the surface of the gold is finely worked with a diamond-set tool, giving it a delicate yet glamorous appearance.
The series of minute bumps creates a unique diffuse reflection of light, which is also called diamond dust. This processing is done by hand by the skilled craftsmen of [Audemars Piguet].
The watch does not use jewels, but gives a dazzling impression without being too flashy, highlighting Audemars Piguet's design sense.
3. Iconic Tapestry Dial
The case and bracelet are finished in frosted gold, while the dial features the Royal Oak's signature tapestry pattern.
It is a petite tapestry design that matches the size, and the indexes and hands that match the color of the case accent the dial. The hands are slightly thick, and the simple three-hand design with date display and second hand maintains an excellent balance between design and visibility. In addition, the hands and indexes are coated with luminous paint, so you can check the time even in the dark.
The current 33mm model has the Audemars Piguet logo under the 12 o'clock index, but this time, letters have been placed in place of the 12 o'clock index. It is not just a scaled-down version of the Royal Oak, but you can see that attention has been paid to the details to match the size and concept.
④Quartz movement lasts up to 7 years
The movement is the Cal.2730, which is the best class of quartz movement of this size. It is also very easy to use because it does not need to be wound. In addition, it has a battery life of more than seven years, so you do not need to change the battery for a long time. This movement is also equipped with a switch that allows you to temporarily disable the battery by simply pulling the crown. Therefore, by disabling it when not in use, you can avoid wasting the battery life.
In addition, it is waterproof up to 50m , so you can use it safely even in situations where it may get wet, such as in the rain, sweat, or washing your hands. Another big attraction of this watch is that it not only has a great design, but also has practical functions.
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What did you think.
The discontinued "Royal Oak Mini" has been reborn as a new model and has been revived. While inheriting the iconic design of the "Royal Oak", this model is not just a scaled-down model, but has been established as one of the new collections. I would love to see it in person. It would definitely be a great pair watch with the "Royal Oak"!
Once again, I hope that by reading this column, even one more person will become interested in luxury watches!
see you!