The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon reference 26532IC.EE.1220TI.01 is a highly exclusive 41mm luxury timepiece limited to just 15 pieces worldwide. It features a lightweight titanium case paired with an 18-carat white gold bezel set with 32 baguette-cut green emeralds. The watch is distinguished by its vivid green dial, which showcases an Evolutive Tapisserie pattern radiating from the tourbillon at the 6 o’clock position. The dial is finished with white gold applied hour-markers and Royal Oak hands treated with luminescent coating for visibility.
This model is powered by the manufacture caliber 2950, a self-winding movement that provides a power reserve of approximately 65 hours and operates at a frequency of 3 Hz. The primary complication is the flying tourbillon, which is visible through a skeletonized opening on the dial and helps counteract the effects of gravity on the movement’s precision. The watch also features a glareproofed sapphire crystal and an exhibition caseback, allowing for a clear view of the movement’s intricate finishing. It is water-resistant to 50 meters and is secured by a matching titanium bracelet with an AP folding clasp.
General reviews of the 26532IC.EE.1220TI.01 emphasize its striking aesthetic and the rare combination of titanium with high-end gem-setting. Collectors often highlight the “Evolutive Tapisserie” dial as a modern evolution of the classic Royal Oak design, noting how the sunburst pattern enhances the visual impact of the green color. While the inclusion of emeralds makes it a bold statement piece, the use of titanium is praised for keeping the 41mm watch comfortable and wearable. Critics and enthusiasts alike regard it as a pinnacle of contemporary horology, though its extreme rarity and “price on request” status make it accessible only to the most dedicated collectors.