The APS 15500 all-ceramic model has arrived, showcasing an exceptional fusion of ceramic material and the cal.4302 integrated movement’s complex functions. This marvel combines the classic aesthetics of the Royal Oak with groundbreaking advancements in materials, setting a new benchmark in modern luxury watchmaking.
Ceramic materials offer remarkable advantages, boasting high hardness and scratch resistance. Precision ceramics like zirconium oxide surpass stainless steel in toughness, ensuring the watch maintains its sheen through daily wear. Additionally, ceramic is lighter than metal, offering comfortable extended wear, while its stable chemical properties prevent skin sensitivities and resist sweat and corrosion.
The APS timepiece embodies unique aesthetics with meticulously polished or matte surfaces, unveiling either a deep luster or understated elegance, available in black, white, and a rare blue shade.
The case and bracelet design features seamless integration, extending the iconic Royal Oak’s octagonal bezel and ‘Tapisserie’ patterned dial into modernity with ceramic materials. The ceramic sintering process employed by APS demands precise control of temperature and pressure, underscoring technical prowess through its low yield.
Attention to detail is prevalent as bracelet links are chamfer polished for softness and wrist-conforming comfort, while the case maintains a thickness of approximately 10.5 millimeters, balancing intricate craftsmanship with wearability. APS produces nothing but excellence.