Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Forged Carbon Bumblebee 42mm 2013 [Preowned]

RM82,500.00 MYR


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Overview 

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore “Bumblebee” 26176FO.OO.D101CR.02 stands as one of the most distinctive and boundary-pushing expressions within the iconic Offshore line. Introduced in 2010 and now discontinued, the "Bumblebee" nickname perfectly captures its striking visual identity, defined by bold yellow accents against a deep carbon-black backdrop. This timepiece is a powerful testament to a pivotal moment when Audemars Piguet fearlessly redefined the landscape of luxury sports chronographs.

Central to its allure is the Forged Carbon case, a proprietary material that was at the cutting edge of watchmaking innovation at its debut. Lightweight, incredibly durable, and visually dynamic, Forged Carbon imparts an almost organic, subtly marbled texture to the 42mm case, unlike anything seen in traditional horology. This material is now exclusive to AP's legacy, as the brand no longer produces watches using it. It's brilliantly paired with a black ceramic bezel and yellow tachymeter, creating a powerful interplay of structure and high-contrast visuals that amplify the watch's bold, technical aesthetic.

The dial is quintessential Royal Oak Offshore: bold, highly legible, and featuring the signature Méga Tapisserie texture. Vibrant yellow Arabic numerals and luminous white gold hands ensure clarity, while a trio of sub-dials meticulously tracks the chronograph functions. A date window at 3 o'clock, magnified by a lens integrated into the sapphire crystal, adds practicality without disrupting the dial's aggressive yet refined composition. The theme is perfectly completed by a hand-stitched black leather strap with vivid yellow contrast stitching, unequivocally cementing its "Bumblebee" identity.

Powering this avant-garde creation is the Calibre 3126/3840, an in-house automatic movement equipped with a chronograph module. Visible through the sapphire caseback, it offers a robust 50-hour power reserve and is finished to Audemars Piguet’s exacting Haute Horlogerie standards. As a discontinued model and one of the rare timepieces to feature Forged Carbon, the Royal Oak Offshore “Bumblebee” is now highly sought after. It's desired not just for its striking aesthetics, but for what it represents: a rare and fearless chapter in Audemars Piguet’s relentless pursuit of innovation.

 

Specifications

 Brand :

 Audemars Piguet

 Model Name :

 Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Forged Carbon

 Reference :

 26176FO.OO.D101CR.02

 Material

 Forged Carbon
 Movement :  AP 3126/3840 Calibre 50hrs PR

 Case Diameter :

 42 mm
Bracelet / Strap :  Leather and Rubber Strap
 Features :  100m depth rating

 

Condition

Preowned, Excellent Condition, Complete Original Set with Box and Papers. Papers dated June 2013

Warranty

12 months warranty from SCW