Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Safari Black DLC "Stealth" Bespoke Pure Black Physical Vapor Deposition Stainless Steel with Ceramic Pushers, Ivory Clous de Paris “Méga Tapisserie” Dial with Arabic Numeral Hour Markers and Havana Brown Counters and a Tachymeter Scale, Stainless Steel Octagonal Bezel, Self-Winding AP Calibre 3126/3840 Chronograph Automatic Movement with Variable Inertia Blocks Balance Spring and Oscillating Weight with Ceramic Ball Bearings and rhodium-plated with fausses cotes embellishment. It’s constructed with 54 jewels, 365 components, bi-directional winding, inverted snailing on the bridges with diamond-graved bevels, a shock absorber device, and a straight-line lever escapement. It includes a monometallic balance that’s adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, a self-compensating flat balance spring with variable inertia blocks, a stop balance for precision time setting, and a monobloc 22-carat gold rotor oscillating weight with ceramic ball bearings. It has a balance-spring stud-holder with a screwed mobile stud, and the mechanism oscillates at a frequency of 21,600 vph (3Hz).

An extraordinary interpretation of one of Audemars Piguet’s most celebrated luxury sports chronographs, the Royal Oak Offshore Safari “Stealth Edition” combines the legendary architecture of the Royal Oak Offshore with a dramatic bespoke black DLC finish and the sophisticated character of the iconic Safari dial. The striking contrast between its imposing jet-black case, magnificent ivory Méga Tapisserie dial and rich Havana brown chronograph counters creates a captivating aesthetic that is both aggressively contemporary and remarkably elegant.

The substantial 42mm stainless steel case has been transformed through a specialized black Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating, giving the watch its commanding stealth-inspired appearance. The iconic octagonal bezel, secured by eight distinctive hexagonal screws, retains the unmistakable industrial architecture that has defined Audemars Piguet since Gérald Genta introduced the original Royal Oak in 1972. Beautifully brushed surfaces, sharply defined contours and contrasting polished edges emphasize the extraordinary geometry of the Offshore design, while black ceramic chronograph pushers complement its monochromatic exterior.

The centerpiece of this exceptional timepiece is its ivory Méga Tapisserie dial, one of the most distinctive configurations within the Royal Oak Offshore collection. Its beautifully textured geometric pattern creates an extraordinary sense of depth, while oversized applied Arabic numeral hour markers provide a bold architectural presence. Three contrasting Havana brown chronograph registers, positioned at 6, 9 and 12 o’clock, create a harmonious arrangement against the ivory background. A matching brown tachymeter scale surrounds the dial, while the instantaneous date aperture at 3 o’clock completes the composition. The combination of warm ivory and chocolate-brown tones against the dramatic black case gives this bespoke Safari an entirely different personality from its traditional stainless steel counterpart.

Powering this remarkable chronograph is the sophisticated Audemars Piguet Manufacture Calibre 3126/3840, a mechanical self-winding movement comprising 365 components, 54 jewels and operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz). Built upon Audemars Piguet’s celebrated Calibre 3120 automatic movement architecture with an additional chronograph module, this exceptional mechanism incorporates a 22-carat gold oscillating weight mounted on ceramic ball bearings, bidirectional automatic winding, a variable-inertia balance and a stop-seconds mechanism for precise time setting. Its beautifully decorated bridges feature traditional haute horlogerie finishing, including Côtes de Genève, circular graining and carefully executed beveling. The sapphire crystal exhibition caseback reveals the intricate movement architecture and magnificent gold rotor.

Completing this extraordinary timepiece is a richly textured brown leather strap with contrasting light stitching, beautifully complementing the ivory and Havana brown dial while providing a luxurious contrast against the black DLC-coated case.

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Safari “Stealth Edition” represents a magnificent fusion of legendary design, sophisticated chronograph engineering and contemporary individuality. Its captivating ivory Méga Tapisserie dial, warm Havana brown counters, imposing black DLC exterior and exceptional Calibre 3126/3840 create an unmistakable combination of mechanical excellence and visual presence. A distinctive interpretation of one of modern watchmaking’s most celebrated luxury sports chronographs, this bespoke Offshore is a compelling addition to any serious Audemars Piguet collection.

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