The Art of Time, Shaped by Hand

From openworking and the art of chiming watches to the subtle beauty of obsidian stone dials, the latest Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet creations celebrate the expertise behind every detail. Bringing together traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design, they showcase multiple forms ofwatchmaking savoir-faire.

THE CRAFT OF OPENWORKED BEVELLING

Making its debut in the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet collection, the openworked perpetual calendar showcases one of the Manufacture’s most enduring crafts. Powered by the new Calibre 7139, it highlights the intricate art of openworking, an Audemars Piguet speciality since the 1930s. Visible from both the dial and caseback, the movement is a harmonious blend of innovation, transparency and craftsmanship.

The openworked design of the new Calibre 7139 uses less material in its construction, shedding light on its ingenious movement and the craftsmanship in every finishing touch. It also illustrates Audemars Piguet’s ultimate vision: this sophisticated perpetual calendar watch can be easily adjusted using only the crown, placing innovation at the service of the wearer.

Lucas Raggi

Chief Industrial Officer, Audemars Piguet

AT THE CORE OF THE NEW CALIBRE 7139 AND ELEGANCE

Calibre 7139 brings a new dimension to the perpetual calendar through an innovative architecture that seamlessly combines ease of use and mechanical sophistication. Its patented crown correction system enables all calendar adjustments to be made using the crown alone while maintaining a slim profile and 55-hour power reserve. The openworked movement reveals skeletonised bridges and wheels enhanced by over 35 hours of hand-applied bevelling and more than 150 hand-cut angles.

Caseback of a Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet openworked perpetual calendar watch with a black leather strap, revealing the rose gold openworked movement.

THE CRAFT OF CHIMING

Rooted in Audemars Piguet's longstanding tradition of chiming complications, the Minute Repeater Supersonnerie brings sound to the forefront. Designed to express time through harmonious acoustic sequences, it unites traditional watchmaking expertise with continuous innovation, finding its natural place within the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet collection.

A FIRST IN THE CODE 11.59 BY AUDEMARS PIGUET MINUTE REPEATER SUPERSONNERIE

A contemporary expression of Audemars Piguet’s chiming expertise, the Code 11.59 Minute Repeater Supersonnerie combines refined aesthetics with exceptional acoustic performance. Enhanced by the patented Supersonnerie technology, the passing of time becomes a captivating sensory experience.

THE CRAFT OF OBSIDIAN STONE DIALS

Shaped by nature over millennia and celebrated by generations of artisans, stone dials bring a unique dimension to the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet collection. Their distinctive colours, textures and reflections highlight the beauty of natural materials while making each creation inherently unique.

Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet watch with an obsidian dial, gold case, and brown leather strap, against a blue background.

Shaped by nature, reavealed by craftmanship

Formed by geological processes over millennia, gold obsidian and black onyx possess unique visual properties that require exceptional expertise to be transformed into watch dials. The gold obsidian dial is enhanced by a sunburst motif that amplifies its reflective qualities, while the mirror-polished onyx dial shines with depth and intensity. By combining natural materials with high-precision craftsmanship, the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet collection celebrates colour, texture and light.

TWO EXPRESSIONS OF NATURAL ELEGANCE

The two new 38 mm Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Selfwinding models celebrate the beauty of natural stone through two distinct interpretations of black. Gold obsidian plays with light through its natural mineral inclusions and engraved sunburst pattern, while black onyx captivates with its mirror-polished surface, depth and purity. Together, they showcase Audemars Piguet's ability to bring out the intrinsic beauty of natural materials while preserving their unique character.