Audemars Piguet Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph 42 mm 26238CE.OO.1300CE.01 Ceramic Black

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore is one of the most celebrated and instantly recognizable sports-luxury watches ever conceived. Introduced in 1993 as a bold, oversized evolution of Gerald Genta's iconic 1972 Royal Oak design, the Offshore pushed boundaries with its larger case, more assertive proportions, and unapologetically athletic character. Over the decades it has attracted a devoted global following, and the fully ceramic selfwinding chronograph references represent some of the most technically ambitious and visually striking expressions of the line.

Reference 26238CE.OO.1300CE.01 is built around a 42mm octagonal case crafted entirely from ceramic, a material prized in haute horlogerie for its extraordinary hardness, scratch resistance, and feather-light feel on the wrist. Ceramic is significantly more resistant to everyday abrasion than steel or titanium, meaning this watch will retain its deep, lustrous black finish through years of wear. The octagonal case form, a direct visual echo of the original Royal Oak's bold geometry, is finished to the exacting standards Audemars Piguet demands, with alternating polished and brushed surfaces that play with light in the signature AP manner.

The black dial of the 26238CE.OO.1300CE.01 features the celebrated Petite Tapisserie guilloché pattern, a hand-applied geometric texture composed of thousands of tiny raised squares that animate the dial with depth and dimension under changing light conditions. This surface treatment is one of the most beloved and technically demanding hallmarks of the Royal Oak family, requiring precision craftsmanship that has been a cornerstone of Audemars Piguet's identity for decades. Chronograph subdials are integrated harmoniously into the overall composition, maintaining the dial's architectural coherence.

Powering the watch is an Audemars Piguet automatic movement, a certified Swiss-tested caliber that delivers the reliable, self-winding performance expected of a manufacture timepiece at this level. The movement winds itself through the motion of the wearer's wrist, ensuring the chronograph complication is always ready to time events with precision. A screw-down crown contributes to the watch's water resistance of 100 meters (330 feet), making it genuinely capable in aquatic environments and suitable for active, demanding lifestyles.

The bracelet is constructed from the same ceramic material as the case, creating a seamless, monolithic wrist presence that is both visually dramatic and extraordinarily comfortable. It is secured with an AP folding clasp, a refined and practical closure mechanism that ensures a secure fit throughout the day. The stainless steel domed bezel provides a subtle material contrast that adds visual interest and frames the dial with a touch of polished elegance against the matte ceramic surround.

Bizak & Co. is proud to offer this certified authentic, brand-new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore reference 26238CE.OO.1300CE.01 to discerning collectors and enthusiasts. Acquiring a full-ceramic Offshore chronograph in brand-new condition is an increasingly rare opportunity, as demand for ceramic Royal Oak Offshore references continues to outpace supply in the global market. We invite you to contact our team at bizakandco.com to discuss purchase options, answer any questions, and experience the Bizak standard of service.