Ultra-Complication Universelle (RD#4)

In-House Calibre 1000 & The Revolutionary Supersonnerie Acoustic Architecture

At the beating heart of this horological titan lies the high-performance self-winding movement, Calibre 1000, fielding a groundbreaking Grande Sonnerie Supersonnerie acoustic framework. Departing from standard placement, the gongs are directly attached to an ultra-thin 0.6mm sapphire crystal membrane that acts as an exceptionally crisp soundboard. The white gold caseback can be opened via an extra-thin “secret” cover punctuated by side apertures that allow air to flow through, dynamically boosting sound amplification when the watch sits on the wrist. To optimize the flow of energy and prevent stopping when all multi-complications are engaged, the caliber relies on a custom oscillator with increased amplitude (premiered on the 2022 RD#3 series), delivering robust power transmission and prolonged autonomy.

Single-Level Perpetual Calendar Engineering & Astronomical Lunar Accuracy

The technical layout of the perpetual calendar has been meticulously organized to occupy minimal architectural space. Building upon the technical milestones of Calibre 5133 and the Royal Oak RD#2 ultra-thin prototype, Calibre 1000 merges the calendar functions onto a single, continuous horizontal level. The end-of-the-month cam is seamlessly integrated into the date wheel, while the month cam is combined directly with the month wheel. Enhancing its astronomical allure is an innovative moon phase system that conveys a highly realistic depiction of the lunar cycle. Two concentric discs printed with six different moon positions interact to form ten individual images that faithfully represent the transitory stages between the New and Full Moon, flanked by a large date display and a dedicated year indication window.

Multi-Planar 18-Carat White Gold Geometry & The Intuitive ‘Super-Crown’

The physical housing of the Code 11.59 Universelle represents a profound achievement in ergonomics, featuring a multi-layered 18-carat white gold profile measuring 42 mm in diameter and 15.6 mm in thickness. A true interface innovation is the ‘Super-crown’, which enables both forwards and backwards correction of the month, automatically returning to its neutral position after a rotation in either direction while concealing a highly technical mechanical security system to completely prevent misuse. Elevating its precision capabilities is the classic split-seconds flyback chronograph complication, marrying precision and synchrony by allowing the user to restart the chronograph instantly without stopping it first, making it a definitive investment asset worldwide.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1. Movement: In-house automatic mechanical ultra-complication caliber (Calibre 1000) with high-amplitude oscillator.
2. Special Enhancements: Grande Sonnerie Supersonnerie fixed to a 0.6mm sapphire soundboard membrane, Minute Repeater, Flying Tourbillon at 6 o’clock, bidirectional ‘Super-crown’ adjustment system.
3. Functions: Hours, Minutes, Split-seconds flyback chronograph, single-level Perpetual Calendar (Large date, Day, Month, Year, Astronomical moon phase).
4. Case: 18-carat white gold, 42 mm diameter, 15.6 mm thickness, signature Code 11.59 architectural framework.
5. Case Back: Extra-thin “secret” protective sound cover with technical acoustic air apertures.
6. Dial Face: Open-worked multi-planar architecture featuring hand-finished rhodium-plated bridges and crystal date wheels.
7. Strap: Premium integrated luxury leather strap.
8. Water Resistance: 20 m.
9. Status: Active / Available for Order (Brand New).