In recent days, the new watch launched by Audemars Piguet has aroused heated discussions among watch enthusiasts with its “night blue” ceramic material and unique design. Do you know? The inspiration for this color actually comes from the night sky in the Ru Valley in Switzerland, and there is a touching story behind it. Want to know more secrets about this watch? Then read on!
New watches attract attention from watch enthusiasts
With the launch of new watches, Audemars Piguet has attracted the attention of more watch enthusiasts, and everyone has begun to re-examine the classic series and innovative designs of this luxury watch brand.
“Night Blue” color and its inspiration
The color “Night Blue Cloud 50” first appeared on the dial of the first Royal Oak series watch (Ref. 5402) in 1972. This color was inspired by the night sky of the Vallée de Joux.
The Vallée de Joux is the location of the watchmaking workshop established by the founder of Audemars Piguet, Jules Audemars, and Edward Piguet, another member of the Audemars Piguet family.
At that time, Julius Audemars Piguet and Edouard Piggot were observing the stars in the night sky, and they were inspired to design the first Royal Oak series watch.
Innovative exploration of “Night Blue” ceramic material
The launch of “Night Blue” ceramic material marks Audemars Piguet’s further exploration in combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.
In April 2025, Audemars Piguet launched three new “Night Blue” ceramic works at the “Watches and Miracles” watch exhibition held in Brassus, further enriching the expression of this color.
Design and technical details of new watches
The 43 mm model adopts a two-color design and is equipped with Caliber 4401 movement. It has functions such as fast winding, date, countdown, etc. The front design improves the clarity of reading, while the back shows a complex flyback chronograph structure.
The design of the dial pays tribute to the design elements of the first Royal Oak series watch in 1972.
The new model uses a strap that echoes “night blue”, and its ceramic material is a highlight of this design.
In order to ensure that the strap is comfortable to wear, the inside of the strap is made of titanium.
Titanium metal is about 45% lighter than steel of the same volume, and has strong corrosion resistance, high strength, high temperature resistance, low temperature resistance, and radiation resistance. Therefore, it is widely used in aerospace, military equipment and other fields.
The complex ceramic processing technology demonstrates the watchmaking industry’s pursuit and challenge of material innovation.
New watches pay tribute to the brand’s history
The 42mm model uses a newly designed ceramic bracelet for the first time, equipped with Caliber 4404 movement, and has a flyback chronograph function.
The three watches released this time not only reflect Audemars Piguet’s watchmaking skills, but also pay tribute to the brand’s history.
The three new works are all made of “night blue” ceramic material, and the 41mm Royal Oak series double balance wheel skeleton watch is used for the first time.
This watch is equipped with Caliber 3132 self-winding movement, which has a double balance wheel mechanism. The details of the movement can be seen on both sides.
44 gems are used in different parts of the movement to ensure smooth operation of the movement.
The 41 mm Royal Oak series double balance skeleton watch was released in 2021. With its “white cloud” embossed skeleton design, it has become the “dream watch” in the hearts of many Audemars Piguet fans.
This new work replaces the original “white clouds” with “night blue” and uses a newly designed bracelet.
The 43 mm Royal Oak Offshore self-winding chronograph is equipped with Caliber 4406 movement and has multiple functions such as timing and flyback.
There are multiple function indicators on the front of the movement, and a complex flyback chronograph structure on the back.
This new work compares the 42mm Royal Oak Offshore chronograph released in 2023. The difference lies in the movement and functional design, both of which are made of “night blue” ceramic material.
The 42mm model uses a newly designed ceramic bracelet for the first time, equipped with Caliber 4404 movement, and has a flyback chronograph function.
There are multiple function indicators on the front of the movement, and a complex flyback chronograph structure on the back.
The three new works released this time are all limited releases in 2023, and the limited quantity has not been disclosed.
Conclusion
Audemars Piguet’s new work not only pays tribute to the brand’s history in design, but also makes bold innovations in materials and technology, which is really eye-catching! As a watch fan, what do you think of these new watches? Welcome to share your views in the comment area, and don’t forget to like and support!