The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Grande Complication, unveiled at SIHH in January 2013, is a three-piece limited edition with a 44 mm titanium case and a self-winding calibre 2885 that combines a minute repeater, perpetual calendar and split-seconds chronograph. It took more than 700 hours of work to build each watch.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Audemars Piguet |
| Reference | 26571 (titanium) |
| Unveiled | SIHH 2013 |
| Edition | 3 pieces worldwide |
| Case | 44 mm titanium with black ceramic bezel, crown and pushers, water resistant to 20 m |
| Movement | Self-winding calibre 2885, 648 components, 52 jewels, 45 hour power reserve |
| Complications | Minute repeater, perpetual calendar, split-seconds chronograph, moon phase |
| Price | On request; one dealer listing gave $741,600 |
Who are Audemars Piguet
“AP” stands for Audemars Piguet, named after the two men who started the company.
“In 1875 Jules Louis Audemars, decided to join forces with Edward Auguste Piguet, in order to develop and craft watches equipped with complex mechanisms. They shared a passion for watchmaking and a mastery of the art of precision that still characterizes the company today.”
“Today, Audemars Piguet is still the oldest fine watch-making manufacturer never to have left the hands of its founding families. This gives the company an independent streak that allows it to go its own way and follow its own unique vision.”
What makes the Offshore Grande Complication special
It pairs the Royal Oak Offshore, a line that dates from 1993, with some of the most complicated functions in watchmaking. The openworked case lets you see the finishing. The watchmaker assembles and finishes each piece alone.
The watch has an octagonal case with a skeleton case back, a black rubber strap with a titanium folding clasp, and a sapphire crystal.
How much does it cost
Audemars Piguet quotes the price on request. A single dealer listing gave $741,600, and our original article said $869,000. We could not verify either from the brand, so treat both as unconfirmed.
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FAQ
How many Royal Oak Offshore Grande Complication watches were made?
Three pieces worldwide.
What complications does it have?
A minute repeater, perpetual calendar, split-seconds chronograph and moon phase, in calibre 2885.
When was it introduced?
At SIHH in January 2013.
How big is the case?
44 mm, in titanium with black ceramic.
How much does it cost?
Audemars Piguet quotes the price on request. One dealer listing gave $741,600, which we could not confirm.
Last updated: October 2026.
