Audemars Piguet launches the Code 11.59 Grand Sonnerie Carillon Supersonnerie Two extraordinary watches showcase the brand’s most complex sonnerie mechanism
To celebrate its 150th anniversary, Swiss luxury watch brand Audemars Piguet launches five new models in the Code 11.59 collection. These include two highly complex models, the “Grande Sonnerie Carillon Supersonnerie”, which perfectly blend traditional craftsmanship, advanced technology and modern aesthetics. In addition, the Code 11.59 collection introduces a new perpetual calendar model equipped with a new movement developed in-house, a tourbillon model and two stainless steel models.
To celebrate this milestone, fake Audemars Piguet also launches new Royal Oak models, including two offshore models, a skeletonized version and two perpetual calendar models.
These watches elegantly combine precious materials such as black ceramic, rose gold and sand gold with modern materials. The dial takes center stage, with one watch made of rare opal and the other showing off the intricate mechanics of its movement through a transparent sapphire dial adorned with beautiful contrasting details. These masterpieces are driven by a manual-winding movement powered by a Supersonnerie mechanism that offers acoustic performance reminiscent of traditional pocket watches. This patented technology was developed in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL).
Both watches have a case size of 41 mm and a thickness of 13.6 mm and feature a unique Code 11.59 design that combines straight lugs with a polished bezel. The first watch features a green dial and is crafted entirely in rose gold, while the second has an 18K aventurine case with a black ceramic middle case and crown. The casebacks of both fake watches are engraved with a special inscription commemorating the brand’s 150th anniversary.
The first watch features an 18-carat rose gold case topped with a rare “Harlequin” opal dial that radiates a vivid green glow. This natural gemstone is named after a famous character from a 16th-century Italian improvisational comedy known for his wit and colorful patchwork costumes. The dial is dotted with bright patches of green, blue, red and yellow, highlighting its uniqueness, and is accompanied by a gleaming green inner bezel. The 18-carat rose gold hands complement the polished case, which is engraved with the 150th anniversary emblem on the back.
The second watch features an 18-carat aventurine case with a black ceramic inner structure and crown. The transparent sapphire dial combines aventurine, black and grey tones for a modern, geometric appeal. This watch features a small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock, and the gold hands and hour markers are luminous to ensure optimal readability at all times.
Both “Grande Sonnerie Carillon Supersonnerie” models are powered by the manually wound 2956 calibre. This sophisticated movement combines the complications of the Grande Sonnerie and Carillon, as well as the patented Supersonnerie technology first introduced in the Royal Oak Concept RD#1 collection in 2015. Composed of 498 meticulously handcrafted parts, this innovative movement reflects Audemars Piguet’s commitment to the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.
The Grande Sonnerie mechanism strikes the hours and quarters automatically, without user intervention. The Carillon mechanism features three hammers and three gongs, producing a triple tone (high, medium and low) every quarter hour, rather than the traditional two. In addition, the “Petite Sonnerie” mode offers the option of striking only the hours, and can be completely silenced using the silent mode. In addition, the wearer can activate the minute repeater function on demand via the push-piece at 10 o’clock.
Supersonnerie technology was developed in conjunction with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) to improve acoustic performance and recreate the auditory experience of a classic pocket watch. This patented innovation took eight years to develop, involving watchmakers, engineers, musicians and acoustic experts. It achieves unique sound purity through an innovative case construction, in which the gongs are mounted on a special soundboard rather than directly on the movement mainplate. This enhances sound propagation, ensuring smooth and precise chimes when striking hours and minutes.
The opaline dial version is paired with a green alligator leather strap, while the skeleton dial version is paired with a black fabric strap, both secured with a gold folding clasp. http://www.moon-watch.co
Technical specifications: Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Grande Sonnerie Carillon Supersonnerie 150th Anniversary
Reference:
26397OR.OO.D417CR.01 (green dial)
26397OR.OO.D417CR.01 (skeleton)
Case:
18K pink gold case, or 18K aventurine case, black ceramic case middle, curved anti-reflective sapphire crystal, case back specially engraved with 150th anniversary logo
Diameter:
41 mm
Height:
13.6 mm
Water resistance:
20 meters
Dial:
Harlequin opal dial surrounded by a glittering green inner ring, 18-karat rose gold baton hands.
Sapphire skeleton dial, sand gold snailed inner ring, small seconds dial at 6 o’clock
Movement:
Manual winding, Caliber 2956, in-house, diameter 29.9 mm, thickness: 5.9 mm, 498 parts, 53 jewels
Power reserve:
48 hours
Frequency:
21,600 vph (3 Hz)
Functions:
Hours, Minutes, Small seconds (skeleton version),
Minute repeater,Large clock,Small sonnerie
Bracelet/Strap:
Green alligator leather and black textured strap with 18K rose gold AP folding clasp