Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon
The Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon, reference 26665BA.OO.D412CR.01, is a crowning grand complication masterpiece launched to celebrate the historic 150th anniversary of the Manufacture. This exceptional timekeeper pairs an elegant 38 mm housing forged from premium 18-carat yellow gold with a genuine natural malachite stone dial, celebrated for its vivid green tones and unique organic glow. Driven by the high-performance ultra-thin flying tourbillon Calibre 2968, it perfectly embodies Audemars Piguet’s profound dedication to fusing cutting-edge micro-engineering with artistic design language for elite collectors.
| Material | 18-carat yellow gold |
|---|---|
| Movement | Automatic (Selfwinding / Calibre 2968) |
| Case size | 38 mm |
| Dial | Green Malachite (Malachite) |
| Strap | Green alligator leather strap |
| Condition | New |
A Historic 150th Anniversary Milestone & Flying Tourbillon Calibre 2968
The mechanical epicenter of this landmark complication houses the manufacture’s high-performance in-house self-winding movement, Calibre 2968. Meticulously built from 226 individual components and housing 33 jewels, this advanced caliber operates at a frequency of 3 Hz (21,600 vph) and delivers a 50-hour power reserve, all engineered within an incredibly slim movement framework of just 3.4 mm in thickness. Calibre 2968 operates a highly complex Flying Tourbillon system visible at 6 o’clock, which counteracts the effects of gravity on the regulating organ. By omitting the traditional top bridge, the flying tourbillon assembly floats freely within its aperture, offering an unobstructed view of its mesmerizing mechanical rotation and standing as an elite statement of haute horology.
The Ethereal Glow of the Unique Natural Malachite Stone Dial Face
The visual profile of the face relies on a breathtaking natural malachite mineral stone dial, ensuring that each individual timepiece produced possesses its own distinctive organic pattern. Characterized by deep, rich green hues and swirling, banded veining in various shades of green, the stone face catches incoming light with immense multi-dimensional beauty. To emphasize the stone’s uncompromised organic glow and preserve an ultra-clean layout, the design utilizes luminescent-filled hands shaped from 18-carat yellow gold, framed smoothly by a matching green inner bezel that adds exceptional contemporary visual depth.
Refined 38 mm Case Geometry & Luxurious Green Alligator Strap
The physical case architecture measures a perfectly balanced 38 mm in diameter and an ultra-thin, ergonomic thickness of just 9.6 mm, providing exceptional comfort on the wrist for a high-complication watch. Forged entirely from solid premium 18-carat yellow gold, the multi-piece housing showcases alternating hand-polished bevels and satin-brushed planes that highlight the signature Code 11.59 design layout. Both the front face and the exhibition back are protected by an anti-reflective double glareproofed sapphire crystal, exposing the hand-finished caliber parts. Completing this vương giả look, the timepiece comes fitted on a premium green alligator leather strap secured by an 18-carat yellow gold AP folding clasp, maintaining a technical water resistance of 30 m.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Movement: In-house ultra-thin self-winding mechanical flying tourbillon caliber (Calibre 2968).
- Special Enhancements: Dedicated edition celebrating the Manufacture’s 150th anniversary; movement thickness of only 3.4 mm.
- Number of Parts: 226 components | Jewels: 33 jewels.
- Frequency: 3 Hz (21,600 vph).
- Power Reserve: 50 hours.
- Movement Dimensions: Total diameter 29.6 mm | Thickness 3.4 mm.
- Functions: Flying tourbillon, central hours, and minutes.
- Case: Solid 18-carat yellow gold multi-layered architecture; 38 mm diameter, 9.6 mm thickness.
- Dial Face: Natural genuine malachite stone, 18-carat yellow gold hands with luminescent material, color-matched green inner bezel.
- Glass & Caseback: Double glareproofed sapphire crystal and exhibition back.
- Strap: High-end integrated green alligator leather strap.
- Buckle Type: Precious 18-carat yellow gold AP folding clasp.
- Water Resistance: 30 m (3 ATM).
- Status: Active / Available for Order (Brand New).
| Material | 18-carat yellow gold |
|---|---|
| Movement | Automatic (Selfwinding / Calibre 2968) |
| Case size | 38 mm |
| Dial | Green Malachite (Malachite) |
| Strap | Green alligator leather strap |
| Condition | New |