Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph 38 mm 26318BC.ZZ.1256BC.01 White Gold Blue

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is one of the most consequential watch designs in horological history. Conceived by legendary designer Gérald Genta and introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak rewrote the rules of luxury watchmaking by presenting a high-complication timepiece in a sports-influenced stainless steel case with an integrated bracelet — a concept that was genuinely radical at the time. Decades on, the Royal Oak remains the cornerstone of Audemars Piguet's identity, and references executed in precious metals represent the pinnacle of the line's prestige hierarchy.

Reference 26318BC.ZZ.1256BC.01 brings the Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph to life in 18k white gold, a pairing that elevates the collection's already-iconic silhouette into the realm of haute horlogerie jewelry. The 38mm case diameter is a thoughtful size: generous enough to carry the Royal Oak's architectural lines with authority, yet refined enough to suit a wide range of wrists and equally at home on any gender. The case retains the hallmark octagonal bezel with its eight signature hexagonal screws — here adorned with a continuous row of diamonds that catches the light with every movement of the wrist.

The dial is finished in a deep, mesmerizing blue that is synonymous with the Royal Oak at its most desirable. The iconic "Grande Tapisserie" guilloché pattern — a finely textured hobnail motif applied directly to the dial — creates a three-dimensional interplay of light that shifts constantly under different lighting conditions. Chronograph subdials are integrated into the dial architecture with characteristic Royal Oak discipline, maintaining the sense of visual harmony that defines Genta's original blueprint. Applied hour markers and hands complete the dial in a finish consistent with the white gold and diamond theme.

Powering the watch is an automatic (selfwinding) movement, delivering the chronograph complication with the smooth mechanical reliability that Audemars Piguet is celebrated for worldwide. The integrated white gold bracelet — a defining feature of every Royal Oak — echoes the case's brushed and polished surface treatment, creating a seamless transition from wrist to watch that remains one of the most copied but never equaled designs in the industry. This is a watch built to be worn daily, admired continuously, and appreciated across generations.

Bizak & Co. is proud to offer this certified authentic Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph reference 26318BC.ZZ.1256BC.01 in brand-new condition. For collectors seeking a white gold Royal Oak Chronograph with a diamond bezel and blue dial — one of the most sought-after configurations in the entire Royal Oak catalog — this is a rare and compelling opportunity. Reach out to our team at bizakandco.com to inquire, purchase, or arrange a private viewing.