The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding reference 15551BC.ZZ.1356BC.01 is a 37mm luxury timepiece crafted from 18-carat white gold. This model features the collection’s signature octagonal bezel, which is meticulously set with 32 baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.66 carats. The smoked blue dial is adorned with the Grande Tapisserie pattern and further elevated by 12 baguette-cut diamond hour markers. For legibility, the watch utilizes white gold Royal Oak hands treated with a luminescent coating, all protected by a glareproofed sapphire crystal and caseback.
Powering the timepiece is the selfwinding Calibre 5900, a high-performance movement that operates at a frequency of 4 Hz and provides a power reserve of approximately 60 hours. This movement supports central hours, minutes, and seconds, along with a date complication positioned at the 3 o’clock mark. The watch is completed with an integrated 18-carat white gold bracelet featuring the AP folding clasp. With a case thickness of 9.4mm and water resistance up to 50 meters, it maintains a refined profile suitable for both formal and daily wear.
General reviews of this reference often emphasize its status as a high-jewelry sports watch that balances the industrial heritage of the Royal Oak with opulent gem-setting. Enthusiasts appreciate the transition of the smoked blue dial and the use of baguette-cut stones, which offer a more architectural shimmer compared to traditional round-cut diamonds. While highly praised for its craftsmanship and the reliability of the Calibre 5900, some collectors note the significant price premium associated with the baguette-set bezel and white gold construction compared to standard stainless steel models.