{"product_id":"royal-oak-26239bc-gg-1224bc-02-homage-edition","title":"Royal Oak 26239BC.GG.1224BC.02 Homage Edition","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRoyal Oak 26239BC.GG.1224BC.02 Homage Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA masterpiece of haute horlogerie, the\u003cstrong\u003e Royal Oak 26239BC.GG.1224BC.02 Homage Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e stands as one of the most celebrated references in the Royal Oak lineage. Conceived as a tribute to the iconic original 1972 design by Gérald Genta, this Homage Edition captures the spirit of the A-series — the very first Royal Oak ever produced — while elevating it with contemporary refinement and exceptional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted entirely in \u003cstrong\u003e18-carat white gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 39mm octagonal case retains the unmistakable silhouette that revolutionised luxury watchmaking over five decades ago. The iconic eight-sided bezel is secured by eight hexagonal polished white gold screws — a hallmark of the Royal Oak's industrial-chic aesthetic. The alternating brushed and polished surfaces create a play of light that is both bold and refined, a signature of Audemars Piguet's meticulous hand-finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial is presented in the legendary \u003cstrong\u003e\"Grande Tapisserie\" petit-checked pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e, rendered in a deep, lustrous blue — an homage to the original \"Tropical\" dials of the A-series. Applied white gold hour markers and Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating ensure exceptional legibility, while the date aperture at 3 o'clock adds a discreet functional touch. The overall effect is one of understated opulence — complex in its detail, yet effortlessly elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMovement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeating at the heart of this timepiece is the \u003cstrong\u003eCalibre 7121\u003c\/strong\u003e, Audemars Piguet's ultra-thin self-winding manufacture movement — a direct descendant of the legendary Jaeger-LeCoultre 920 used in the original Royal Oak. Operating at 19,800 vph (2.75 Hz) with a power reserve of approximately 40 hours, the movement is a testament to the art of ultra-thin watchmaking. Visible through the sapphire exhibition caseback, the movement is decorated with Côtes de Genève striping and bevelled bridges, offering a window into the soul of this extraordinary watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBracelet \u0026amp; Clasp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is presented on an integrated \u003cstrong\u003e18-carat white gold \"Jubilee\" bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e — reference 1224BC — featuring the same alternating brushed and polished link finishing as the case. The bracelet flows seamlessly from the case, a design innovation that remains one of the most copied yet never equalled in watchmaking history. It is secured by an AP folding clasp with push-button release for ease of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHomage Edition Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 26239BC.GG.1224BC.02 is produced in an extremely limited quantity, making it one of the most sought-after references among serious collectors and connoisseurs. Its provenance as a direct homage to the A-series Royal Oak — the watch that single-handedly created the luxury sports watch category — lends it an unparalleled historical significance. This is not merely a timepiece; it is a wearable piece of horological history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26239BC.GG.1224BC.02\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-carat white gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 39mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Grande Tapisserie, applied white gold indices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire, anti-reflective treatment on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 metres (5 ATM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calibre 7121, self-winding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19,800 vph (2.75 Hz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~40 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated 18-carat white gold Jubilee bracelet (ref. 1224BC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e AP folding clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Homage Edition — extremely limited production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA rare opportunity to acquire one of the most historically significant Royal Oak references of the modern era.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F8CELESS","offers":[{"title":"BRANDED WATCH BOX AND TAGS","offer_id":54305135755597,"sku":null,"price":699.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WATCH POUCH","offer_id":54305135788365,"sku":null,"price":699.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"NO BOX","offer_id":54305135821133,"sku":null,"price":699.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/7541\/8701\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_11ff300f-0df7-4c1d-afee-3b6d6d29a434.png?v=1784119613","url":"https:\/\/f8celess.com\/products\/royal-oak-26239bc-gg-1224bc-02-homage-edition","provider":"F8celess","version":"1.0","type":"link"}