A closer look: Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Self-Winding

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Audemars Piguet is known for its history in creating watch cases unique to its time Its most well-known success is the iconic Royal Oak, with the all familiar octagon bezel which is also carried over to the 11.59 design We examine the AP Code 1159 Self-Winding

The Code 1159 is a new collection which is rife with controversy, be it in the handling of its press release to the way in which a full collection with multiple models and calibers were launched at the same time.

But to say the least, the watch rose to ‘critical acclaim’ for its otherwise uninspired design — in the eyes of many internet watch fans

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Our opinion piece on the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Collection.

The AP Code 11.59 Self-Winding

The Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Self-Winding comes either in 18k pink gold (with white or black lacquered dial) or in 18k white gold (with blue or black lacquered dial) We take a closer look at the 18k pink gold version with the white lacquer dial

Some say that the watch looks more like a lazy upgrade to a run-off-the-mill Fossil watch, while others were unimpressed due to the lack of ingenuity in the design.

The case, dial and hands

The case measures some 41mm, the 11.59 embeds the octagonal middle case within a round case of 18 K rose gold We find the criticism leveled at the casework is perhaps unwarranted The casework and finishing is exemplary, as expected of a watch in the price range.

It is a mixture of satin and polished surfaces, with the thin bezel with a bright polish, and the top lug as well as center-case brushed.

The crystal is a complex double curved glareproofed sapphire The glass’s internal surface is shaped like a dome, while its external surface is vertically curved from 6 to 12 o’clock Its shape integrates the extra- thin bezel and extends from edge to edge

The polished chamfer all around the glass adds the finishing touch, while
echoing the perfect finish of the bezel, lugs and case
The extra-thin bezel brings forward the artistry of the smooth lacquered dial

With its optimum curved ergonomics, the case has been conceived to
adjust to different wrist sizes, making it comfortable for all to wear despite
its 41 mm in diameter

The dial is a two step design with a raised outer edge.

The entire dial is a white lacquer surface which we feel is rather pedestrian, and perhaps the source of the accusations of being unglamorous and some say even ugly Especially in a watch with ambitions this lofty The black lacquer version is even more ordinary looking.

The outer ring is printed with black numerals marking each 5 minute interval, and an inner track of dots and dashes mark the minutes The hands are long, rather slender hands with sharpened ends.

Of interest is the production method of the Audemars Piguet signature on the dial It measures 125 mm in length in a unique topography.

Made of thin layers of 24-carat gold, it is achieved through []

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