The Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Tourbillon Openworked reference 26600CR.OO.D009KB.01 is a 41mm luxury timepiece characterized by its complex two-tone case architecture. It features an 18k pink gold octagonal midcase sandwiched between an 18k white gold ultra-thin bezel and caseback. The watch is further distinguished by its skeletonized white gold lugs, which are welded to the bezel, and a unique double-curved sapphire crystal that provides a specialized optical experience. This model has a case thickness of 10.7mm and is water-resistant to 30 meters.
Mechanically, the watch is powered by the in-house caliber 2948, a hand-wound multi-tiered movement with 196 parts. The primary complication is a flying tourbillon positioned at 6 o’clock, which is visible through the extensively openworked movement. The movement plates and bridges are finished in varying shades of grey to enhance depth and contrast against the pink gold hands and balance wheel. It operates at a frequency of 3 Hz and offers a power reserve of approximately 72 to 80 hours. The timepiece is traditionally paired with a grey or slate-colored rubber-coated strap and an 18k white gold AP folding clasp.
General reviews of the Code 11.59 Tourbillon Openworked are significantly more positive than those of the collection’s initial 2019 launch models. Critics and collectors frequently highlight the openworked tourbillon as the version that most effectively showcases the line’s architectural potential and high-end finishing. While some enthusiasts remain critical of the collection’s overall departure from the Royal Oak aesthetic and the low water resistance, this specific reference is often praised for its technical sophistication and the successful use of contrasting precious metals to highlight its multifaceted geometry.