AP is certainly recognized in the watchmaking community as a better brand than Rolex but because of the exclusivity an AP, the average layman will not realize that your watch is considered superior to a Rolex. Audemars Piguet is considered one of the 'big three' or as many call it, the 'Holy Trinity of watchmaking'.
How much is a AP Rolex?
Dive Watches Even the least expensive, the Submariner, has water resistance of 300 meters, which equals that of the AP Diver. With a date indication, the new Rolex Submariner Date, introduced in 2020, is priced at $9,150. The Audemars Piguet is more expensive, priced at $20,400, so it theoretically should offer more.Nov 5, 2021
Are AP watches good?
Audemars Piguet watches are regarded as highly prestigious watches which have been in the market for many, many years.Aug 7, 2019
Why is Royal Oak expensive?
The reason why these watches have a higher price tag is because Audemar doesn't produce large quantities of watches so they need to sell them for more and also it takes longer to produce a single watch because of their hands on manufacturing process.
Can I buy a Royal Oak?
Here's the money shot: buying a new steel Daytona, Aquanaut or Royal Oak or any other rare watch depends entirely on your relationship with the retailer/salesperson. Truth be told, retailers choose buyers for these watches. If you want one, you have to convince them to sell it to you.
Which is the cheapest Royal Oak?
A ref. 14800 starts from around $8,000, making it one of the most affordable Royal Oaks around.
How much is a Patek Philippe Royal Oak?
The Royal Oak watch prices start at $16,000 and increase up to $148,000 for models like the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar, Ref. 26579CE.
How much does a Royal Oak retail for?
For most watches in the Royal Oak collection, retail prices range from $21,000 $80,000.
How much is a Royal Oak New?
Model, reference number Price (approx.)
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Royal Oak "Jumbo" Extra-Thin, 15202ST.OO.1240ST.01 73,000 USD
Royal Oak "Jumbo," 5402ST 67,000 USD
Royal Oak Automatic, 15500ST.OO.1220ST.03 40,000 USD
Royal Oak Automatic, 15300ST.OO.1220ST.03 31,500 USD