Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470ST.OO.A104CR.01

Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Offshore made its debut in 1993, a bold evolution of Gérald Genta’s iconic Royal Oak. Designed to be larger, more robust, and unapologetically modern, the Offshore ushered in a new era of watchmaking—one that would reshape the entire industry. Its impact was immediate and seismic: suddenly, every major maison was racing to match its size, audacity, and swagger. What began as a radical reimagining of a classic would go on to define contemporary luxury watch design for both men and, eventually, women.

This particular example from 2016 exemplifies everything that made the Offshore a modern icon. The 42mm stainless steel case is fitted with black ceramic pushers and a screw-locked crown, paired with a grey rubber strap that feels as sharp as it looks. A glareproof sapphire crystal and open caseback reveal the powerful selfwinding chronograph movement with a 50-hour power reserve and date display.

The slate grey dial is finished with Audemars Piguet’s signature “Méga Tapisserie” pattern, black Arabic numerals, and luminescent white gold Royal Oak hands—executed with the kind of technical artistry and detail that put the Offshore in a league of its own.

Water-resistant to 100 meters, this timepiece is in mint, like-new condition and comes complete with original boxes, manuals, and warranty from Audemars Piguet, along with a 1-year Material Good warranty.