Audemars Piguet 5402A Royal Oak (circa 1972, serial 1056)

It is challenging to discuss icons of the watch industry without Gérald Genta and the Royal Oak coming into the conversation. The first Royal Oak drawings were presented to Audemars Piguet by Genta in 1970, and within two years the A-series entered into production. This well-kept 5402A Royal Oak ($45,000)—complete with an Audemars Piguet certificate […]

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Audemars Piguet 5402A Royal Oak

Audemars Piguet 5402A Royal Oak

It is challenging to discuss icons of the watch industry without Gérald Genta and the Royal Oak coming into the conversation. The first Royal Oak drawings were presented to Audemars Piguet by Genta in 1970, and within two years the A-series entered into production. This well-kept 5402A Royal Oak ($45,000)—complete with an Audemars Piguet certificate of authenticity—was number 1056 off of the production line and was purchased by its first owners in February 1973. The great thing about this classic Royal Oak is that its design is so timeless that even now it would be an excellent candidate for daily wear. (materialgoodny.com)