About the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon
Introduced as the Code 11.59 collection's most prestigious complication, the Flying Tourbillon represents Audemars Piguet's commitment to in-house movement mastery, using a flying architecture that removes the upper bridge to expose the rotating tourbillon cage without visual obstruction. The Code 11.59 case itself was unveiled in 2019 as AP's bold statement that the manufacture could create a new icon alongside the Royal Oak, featuring a distinctive double-curved sapphire crystal and a complex seven-part case that demands extraordinary finishing work across both polished and brushed surfaces. Dial executions in this line push the boundaries of gem-setting and mineral artistry, incorporating materials like sodalite, ruby root stone, and skeletonized dials on ceramic cases that make each reference a wearable objet d'art. For collectors who want to buy an Audemars Piguet flying tourbillon that is both mechanically elite and visually expressive, the Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon series is the definitive choice from the Le Brassus manufacture.
What to Look For
Buyers comparing references within this collection should weigh case size first, as the 38mm variants such as the 26665-series suit those preferring a more refined wrist presence, while the 41mm 26396BC.OO.D349KB.01 in white gold with a blue dial offers greater dial legibility and a more assertive fit. Material and dial combinations drive significant value differences: yellow gold and white gold references with exotic stone dials like ruby root and blue sodalite command strong premiums, while the openworked ceramic and rose gold 26601NR.OO.D002KB.01 appeals to collectors seeking a contemporary, skeletonized aesthetic with a sporting character. Condition, original box and papers, and whether a piece is unworn brand new versus lightly worn all materially affect resale positioning within this high-complication segment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon watches at Bizak and Co. authentic?
Yes, every Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon for sale at Bizak and Co. is fully authenticated before listing, with each watch inspected for movement, case, and dial integrity consistent with genuine Audemars Piguet manufacture standards. We source directly from verified channels and stand behind the provenance of every reference in our inventory.
What is the difference between the 38mm and 41mm Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon references?
The 38mm references, including the 26665-series in yellow gold, white gold, and pink rose gold, present a more classically proportioned dress watch silhouette, while the 41mm reference 26396BC.OO.D349KB.01 in white gold with a blue dial provides a larger aperture to appreciate the flying tourbillon cage and suits those who prefer a contemporary 41mm case on the wrist. Both sizes share the Code 11.59 multi-layered case architecture and in-house flying tourbillon movement.
What makes the openworked ceramic Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon reference 26601NR.OO.D002KB.01 unique?
The 26601NR.OO.D002KB.01 stands out by combining a black ceramic case with rose gold elements and a fully skeletonized openworked dial, allowing an unobstructed view of the flying tourbillon movement from the front in a way that the solid exotic-stone-dial references do not offer. The use of black ceramic also gives this reference a sportier, more contemporary character compared to the precious metal counterparts in the same Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon collection.
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