1979 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak "Jumbo" Ultra Thin Gold / Steel Grey Dial 5402SA

An extremely rare and highly collectible 1979 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak "Jumbo," size 39mm Ultra Thin in Gold/Steel, reference 5402SA, in superb condition. This remarkable timepiece features the iconic "tapisserie" pattern grey dial, exhibiting a beautiful patina and matching hands that enhance its vintage iconic appeal.

Designed by the visionary Gérald Genta, the Royal Oak was introduced in 1972 and is celebrated for its groundbreaking combination of elegance and sportiness. Genta's design broke traditional watchmaking conventions by incorporating a distinctive octagonal bezel and integrated bracelet, which gave the Royal Oak a bold yet sophisticated appearance. Initially met with skepticism, the Royal Oak quickly gained acclaim, becoming a symbol of luxury sports watches and reshaping the entire industry. Genta's innovative vision transformed Audemars Piguet into a global powerhouse, solidifying the Royal Oak's status as an icon in horological history.

This 5402SA model carries the ‘AP’ logo at 12 o’clock, typical of later examples (from the mid-400 serial numbers onwards). The Gold/Steel version is particularly rare, with only 951 units produced across several years: 92 in 1977, 299 in 1978, 180 in 1979, 92 in 1980, 126 in 1981, 39 in 1982, and very few in subsequent years.

The Royal Oak 5402 is powered by the ultra-thin AP Caliber 2121, derived from Jaeger-LeCoultre’s legendary ultra-thin JLC 920 caliber movement, renowned for its reliability and precision.

A true collector’s piece, this watch exemplifies Audemars Piguet's innovation and craftsmanship, making it a coveted addition to any luxury watch collection.

All our watches are thoroughly inspected by our expert watchmaker and come with a 3 months guarantee. However, since this particular piece has been fully serviced, it includes a 1-year mechanical guarantee.