*Mint* 2015 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Oak (Ref. 15202ST) W/ Full Set

The Royal Oak was designed by the legendary Gerald Genta for Audemars Piguet in 1972. That original piece, the ref. 5402, was the most expensive steel watch ever made at the time, and was the brand's attempt to shake the standards by introducing a luxury watch in steel that was oversized and pushed the boundaries of the current design trends of the era. The risk obviously paid off, as the steel Royal Oak has become an icon that perfectly strikes a balance between utilitarian function and timeless design. Featuring a beautifully finished case and bracelet, with angular, beveled, and polished edges, plus a polished bezel, screws and case edge that fantastically contrast with the brushed surface of the case and bracelet to make for one of the most intriguing watches to come out of the era.

This 2015 ref. 15202ST is practically a modern carbon copy of that original Royal Oak, featuring the same dial layout, the same slim dimensions, the same 39mm case – it's the best way to get a mint condition '70s Royal Oak without paying mint condition '70s Royal Oak prices. And the fact that it comes with the original box, papers and accessories, makes it even sweeter.