Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 To Be The Beyond

From Legend to a New Beginning

If you ask anyone who knows watches from Audemars Piguet or AP what they think of first when they hear the brand name, the sporty octagonal case of the Royal Oak and Royal Oak Offshore will surely come to mind immediately. It must be admitted that this octagonal shape is powerful and deeply embedded in the hearts of watch enthusiasts. Therefore, when AP wanted to create a new chapter in their legacy, building upon the Octagon Case was the most fitting choice.

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Respecting and Carrying on the Identity

Beyond the test of time, AP’s designers are another voice of confirmation. Despite being given the freedom to create a new legend without any rigid boundaries or rules, they did not intend to reject their roots. This led to the creation of a watch with a 3-layer case, consisting of thin upper and lower circular components and a main octagonal case in the middle. While this choice may seem simple, it is actually incredibly difficult to improve upon something that is already perfect. At a glance, the case looks like a round watch; focus a bit more and it’s a chronograph; look even closer and you will find a beautifully crafted timepiece. But if you observe the case from all angles, you will discover something truly novel.

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Enhancing Identity and Novelty

The finishing on the surfaces and the creation of edges and angles around the case and each of its layers create a unique appearance that shifts with the light, offering different patterns and vibes. This makes it a watch that you can never tire of observing. This novelty stems from a blend of craftsmanship and geometric lines—curves, angles, and edges. By using geometry as a foundation, it can truly be called a piece of horological architecture.

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Opening New Perspectives with Double-Curved Glass

This application of geometry extends to the arc of the sapphire crystal dome, designed with a curvature that ensures the clearest and most beautiful view of the dial. It features a double curve—an inner curve to reduce visual distortion, and an outer curve extending from 6 to 12 o'clock, which enhances clarity and adds a unique dimension when viewing the watch from the 6 and 12 o'clock positions. It can be said that every detail is meticulous, designed to allow a 360-degree appreciation of the case.

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Craftsmanship in the Lugs

The lugs are skeletonized to allow a view through to the case, and their unique curvature is designed to contour to every wrist, connecting to the thin upper and lower case segments. Consequently, the lugs themselves had to be finished to be as slender as the case. The polishing required for the lug areas with these cutouts is no small feat. Furthermore, the strap screws hide a charming hexagonal detail instead of a standard round head.

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Forging Every Detail with Flowing Satin and Polished Finishes

And of course, another special feature that has always made AP stand out is the satin finishing on the case, created through the alternating polished and brushed techniques of master craftsmen. While alternating finishes might sound simple, in reality, this delicate detail is the result of collaboration between craftsmen and cannot be achieved by a single person. The piece undergoes polishing by watchmakers to refine the edges and shapes, ensuring not even the slightest distortion in angles or dimensions, before being passed on to specialized finishers. For one single watch, six watchmakers and five finishers must work together to complete these beautiful finishes. It is truly not an easy task.

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All of This to Fulfill the CODE Mission

The "CODE" model name, given to this piece that combines all this creativity, represents a message from AP's modern-day artisans wishing to pass their values to the next generation and inform the previous one that:

Challenge (C): They wish to challenge the limits of the craftsmanship of this iconic case.
Own (O): A legacy passed down from generation to generation.
Dare (D): Dare to do what one envisions.
Evolve (E): Constantly evolving.

11:59 (11.59): The last minute before the start of a new day, reflecting the desire to push toward a new day and new things, consistent with never-ending development.

CODE 11.59 is therefore a representation of thought and creativity that stands on par with the living legend of the octagonal case—the brand's heritage. Through every meticulous detail, concept, and boundless imagination from the master craftsmen at Audemars Piguet, watch lovers are invited to witness and carry forward this new chapter in history.

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