Continuing to evolve the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59, AP launches a new self-winding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph within the CODE 11.59 family. For the first time ever, Audemars Piguet dares to combine the classicism and prestige of the flying tourbillon with the modernity of the flyback chronograph. The new CODE 11.59 Self-winding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph ref. 26399BC.OO.D321CR.01 features a 41 mm 18K white gold case. Available in a limited edition of only 50 pieces, this complex watch endowed with contemporary aesthetics and distinct architectural elements brings forward the Manufacture’s progressive approach to traditional craftsmanship.

“The thread that connects all of our products –past and present– is that our cases are the canvas for highly detailed hand-finishing that creates a play of light when one examines the case’s architectural geometry. The new Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph amplifies this experience by emphasizing the contrast of light and the various finishing techniques of the openworked dial elements and the multi-layered complex mechanism. All aspects of the watch –case, dial and movement– are essential platforms for our watchmakers and artisans to express their craft and the continuing story of Audemars Piguet.”

Michael Friedman — Head of Complications, Audemars Piguet

This high complication watch unites an 18K white gold case with a three-dimensional architectural face design blurring the line between dial and movement. The contrast of rhodium-toned and black galvanic open-worked bridges honed from titanium and nickel silver, brings depth and play of light to the watch. The movement as well as all design elements, which count more than 100 hand-polished angles, are meticulously finished by hand with an alternation of satin-brushing and sandblasting.

The sapphire case back reveals through its satin-brushed and sandblasted open-worked bridges part of calibre 2952, the Manufacture’s newest self-winding movement endowed with a flying tourbillon and a flyback chronograph. The open-worked rhodium-toned 22K pink gold oscillating weight harmoniously matches the bridges’ and case’s color.

The transparent chronograph counters at 3 and 9 o’clock reveal part of the complex mechanism, while the impactful flying tourbillon makes its rotation at 6 o’clock. The blued lacquered inner bezel, white gold hands, and chronograph rings add a subtle touch of color, which is enhanced by the watch’s dark blue hand-stitched alligator strap.

The complex double curved sapphire crystal, which perfectly integrates the geometry of the watch’s extra- thin bezel, offers a unique perspective on the dial’s contemporary aesthetics and refined hand-finishing. The movement composed of 479 parts and 40 jewels provides a power reserve of 65 hours while beating at a frequency of 21,600 vph. Exclusively sold at the Audemars Piguet boutiques worldwide, the CODE 11.59 Self-winding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph is available in a limited edition of only 50 pieces.

Sticker Price CHF 240,000 Swiss Francs —approximately $262,000 USD. For more info on Audemars Piguet click here.