Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Stainless Steel Blue Dial Watch

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore chronograph automatic wristwatch in stainless steel featuring signature octagonal bezel with hexagonal screws and blue Tapisserie dial. Number 1116, reference D97000, 42mm case with integrated bracelet, three subsidiary registers, tachymeter scale, date display.

Iconic octagonal bezel secured with eight hexagonal screws creates the signature Royal Oak Offshore aesthetic recognized worldwide. Blue Tapisserie guilloche dial features intricate waffle pattern providing distinctive texture and depth. Three subsidiary registers display chronograph functions including 30-minute counter, 12-hour counter, and running seconds. Tachymeter scale on outer dial ring enables speed calculations. Date window positioned at 3 o'clock provides practical functionality. Integrated stainless steel bracelet flows seamlessly from case lugs with signature Royal Oak links. Screw-down crown and chronograph pushers ensure water resistance. Sapphire crystal provides scratch-resistant protection while allowing clear dial visibility.

Audemars Piguet introduced the Royal Oak Offshore collection in 1993 as a bold evolution of the original Royal Oak design from 1972. The Offshore line features larger case dimensions and more robust construction targeting active lifestyles and sports watch enthusiasts. The octagonal bezel with exposed hexagonal screws remains the defining design element connecting both collections. Royal Oak Offshore chronographs combine haute horlogerie craftsmanship with contemporary sporty aesthetics.