After I got my hands on Audemars Piguet 26715 from APS, I found that the small diameter of 38mm actually hides so many details!
Hello everyone, I am purewatches. Over the years, I have always advocated that “what suits you is the best”. Recently I have received many private messages from my cousins asking:Can I wear an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak if I have a thin wrist? Is there a smaller and more reliable version? Just in time, the latest product launched by APS factory26715 ChronographIt perfectly answers this question – 38mm diameter, blue plate design, suitable for both men and women, and the workmanship far exceeds expectations. Today I will take you to find out.
1. Small watch diameter of 38mm, specially designed for people with thin wrists
Let’s talk about size first. This 26715 watch diameter38mm, thickness about 11.3mm, almost identical to the original product. Compared with the large 41mm and 43mm cases on the market, it looks particularly delicate. My wrist is on the thin side (about 16cm), and the proportions are well-proportioned when I put it on, and there is no feeling of “pressure on the hand”; girls can wear it with no problem at all, it is a true sense of the word.Unisex watch。
Currently,In the entire industry, only APS is making 38mm chronograph models, 26240 is a large watch diameter of 41mm, suitable for boys with thick wrists. If you have always thought that the Royal Oak is “good-looking but too big”, then 26715 is the answer tailor-made for you.
2. The blue plate is full of details, and the biscuit pattern + CD pattern are all in place.
The dial is the soul of this watch. APS was used this timeDeep blue color, with the classic “Biscuit Pattern” (Grande Tapisserie), each small grid hasRadial three-dimensional effect, as soon as the light hits, a sense of layering comes to your face.
The three small dials don’t cut any corners:
- Adopt allCD track pattern
- Radial lines are clearly visible
- The bottom bracket is finely polished and has no burrs.
- Do it at the end of the second handHollow design
- The double bevel of the nail scale is polished, and the cut surface is clean and neat
The calendar window is in the center, the fonts are clear, and the overall disk is clean and refined. You can’t find any faults when you zoom in – this is not the level of “it’s okay from a distance”, butWithstand macro inspectionof workmanship.
3. Complete functions and operation logic close to genuine products
As a chronograph, 26715 is fully functional:
- 2 o’clock: chronograph hour dial
- 6 o’clock: running seconds hand
- 10 o’clock: Chronograph minutes dial
Press the upper button to start timing, the large second hand will move once, and the minute dial will advance one step; press the button again to pause, and press the lower button to reset to zero——Smooth operation and clear feedback。
Adjustment:
- Pull the crown one step to quickly adjust the calendar (it needs to be operated between 4 o’clock and 9 o’clock to avoid damaging the movement)
- Pull the second gear to adjust the time
- Winding clockwise
Although the movement is based onDandong 4801 improvement(Calendar function added), but APS has been optimized for noise reduction,Much quieter than the original 4801. The measured travel time varies within ±5 seconds, which is stable enough for daily use. The only minor drawback is that the automatic rotation is slightly louder, but it is far from “noisy” and is within the acceptable range.
4. Attention to details, but the strap needs attention
The shell continues the Royal Oak classicLateral drawing + chamfering polishing, the six-point screw is slightly sunk, and the sapphire mirror isAnti-glare blue film, not dazzling when reading under sunlight. The crown logo is deeply engraved, the dense bottom cover is clearly embossed, and the overall texture is solid.
But a word of caution:The distance between the steel straps is narrow, so friends with hairy hands may get hair caught when wearing them., which is the same as 26240. If you mind, it is recommended to replace the belt or rubber belt later.
The weight of the whole table is approx.152 grams, much lighter than a large watch, and can be worn for a long time without any burden.
Conclusion: Small size ≠ low profile, APS really paid attention this time
In general, APS factory 26715 is not a “shrunk version”;Products tailor-made for specific groups of people. While maintaining the DNA of the Royal Oak, it fills a gap in the market through its 38mm diameter, exquisite dial, and reliable movement. If your wrist is thin and you like timing function and blue plate appearance, this 26715,Worth your serious consideration。