About the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26240OR
The Royal Oak was designed by Gérald Genta and debuted in 1972 as the world's first luxury sports watch in stainless steel, and the 26240OR carries that heritage forward in 18-karat rose gold at a refined 41 mm case diameter. The 26240OR generation introduced a refreshed movement, a slimmer profile relative to earlier 41 mm Royal Oak references, and an updated integrated bracelet construction that elevated wearing comfort and visual continuity. Across the reference, buyers will find configurations on matching rose gold bracelets such as the 1320OR variants, as well as configurations on leather or exotic straps denoted by suffixes like D002CR, D315CR, and D404CR, allowing meaningful personalization while remaining within the same desirable case and movement family. The combination of rose gold, the sport-luxe Royal Oak silhouette, and limited production numbers consistently places the 26240OR among the most coveted references in the haute horlogerie market.
What to Look For
Buyers comparing 26240OR references should pay close attention to the dial color and strap or bracelet configuration, as these factors drive significant variation in market value and personal preference, with blue and green dials on rose gold bracelets historically commanding strong collector interest. The suffix structure distinguishes bracelet references such as 26240OR.OO.1320OR from strap references such as 26240OR.OO.D002CR, and condition of the bracelet, integrity of the dial texture, and presence of original papers and box all materially affect pricing on the secondary market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the case size of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26240OR?
The Royal Oak 26240OR is a 41 mm watch, positioning it as the larger of the two principal Royal Oak case sizes and making it well suited for buyers who prefer a contemporary, bold wrist presence. The 41 mm case is crafted entirely in 18-karat rose gold with AP's hallmark alternating polished and satin-brushed finishing throughout.
What dial colors are available in the 26240OR collection?
The 26240OR collection is available in black, blue, green, and silver dials, each featuring the iconic Grande Tapisserie pattern that catches light differently depending on the colorway. Green and blue dials in rose gold have attracted particular collector attention in recent years, and all dial variants shown at Bizak and Co. are authenticated originals.
What is the difference between the 1320OR bracelet variants and the D-suffix strap variants in this collection?
References with the 1320OR bracelet code are configured on an integrated 18-karat rose gold bracelet that flows seamlessly from the case, while references with D-suffix codes such as D002CR, D315CR, and D404CR are delivered on leather or exotic strap configurations. Both share the identical 26240OR rose gold case and dial quality, so the choice between them is largely a matter of wearing preference and lifestyle.
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