From the XXL frenzies of its adolescence, the timepiece has retained its power, which has now been mastered and matured. Its new black and gold version is here to remind us of this. Its 43mm diameter confirms that this is still an essentially masculine timepiece. The sporty orientation is accentuated by a tricompax chronograph appearing against a MégaTapisserie motif as contemporary as the Offshore itself (the timepiece was created in 1993, the Méga-Tapisserie pattern in 2002). The technique is on a par with the aesthetics. The facetted case and bezel are extremely complex, highlighted by dedicated finishes. Materials, contrast and volumes assert a strong, robust personality. Combining the power of gold with the hardness of ceramic, this Royal Oak Offshore is not there to negotiate but to make a statement.
The editorial team was impressed by the uncompromising aesthetic approach. The perfectly-preserved Offshore spirit, yet tamed and moderated. The chromatic and functional complementarity of gold and ceramic.
Royal Oak Offshore Automatic Chronograph
CASE: black ceramic case and bezel, sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, black ceramic pushers and screwdown crown, yellow gold crown guard, water-resistant to 100m
SIZE: 43mm
MOVEMENT: Self-winding Caliber 4401, 70-hour power reserve
FUNCTIONS: Chronograph with flyback, hours, minutes, small seconds and date
DIAL: Méga Tapisserie pattern
STRAP: black alligator, 18K yellow gold pin buckle, additional interchangeable black rubber strap
PRICE: euros 59,500
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