Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon ‘R8.Factory Interpretation’ V2 Upgrade (Ref. 26522CE.00.1220TI.01)

R8.Factory presents its definitive interpretation of the ‘tourbillon’—the 2020 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon V2 upgraded edition, now available in limited quantities. Reference: 26522CE.00.1220TI.01.

Key upgrades confirmed: White and black cases feature authentic platinum balance screws on the tourbillon carriage, while rose gold models retain the original dual-metal (bimetallic) balance screws.

Audemars Piguet continues its pioneering spirit—introducing, at the Geneva Watch Exhibition, an entirely new ultra-thin Royal Oak Tourbillon. Its iconic ‘Tapisserie’ guilloché motif is reimagined as a dynamic sunburst pattern, delivering a fresh visual experience. The sunray dial originates from the tourbillon aperture at 6 o’clock; the guilloché lines gradually increase in scale from center to periphery, creating an elegant chromatic gradient effect. This radiant, meticulously executed pattern exudes brilliance and sophistication.

The textured dial is paired with three-dimensional white-gold luminous hands, coated with premium Swiss Super-LumiNova—ensuring exceptional legibility even in total darkness. The case measures 41 mm in diameter and just 10.6 mm in thickness. It houses a bespoke, fully finished Calibre 2924 tourbillon movement—the thinnest AP tourbillon movement currently available on the market—with a remarkable 70-hour power reserve. This extraordinary tourbillon complication has earned widespread acclaim and admiration among watch connoisseurs worldwide.