Audemars Piguet Classic Swiss ETA

I recently stumbled upon an absolutely splendid article about the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo that I wanted to share with you all.  Penned (keyed?) by friend of the house Ben Clymer — who many of you may recognize as the Executive Editor of Hodinkee –  the article delves into the Royal Oak’s iconic history and why the watch is so beloved by collectors.  In addition to the historical backstory, Clymer also drops some cold, hard facts down on a popular myth about the Royal Oak Ref 5420ST A-series, which I found interesting and enlightening.  I think this article is a must read for any serious watch fan, and I don’t say this lightly, particularly as I am linking back to Timezone.com where the article is posted (I am not a fan of the site due its highly censored and rigidly moderated forums (no linking to other watch-related sites/blogs, etc.) and its outdated modus operandi in general) .  Please click here to enjoy Clymer’s article:

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” – Past, Present, and Future

by Benjamin Clymer, Executive Editor, HODNKEE

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak A-Series (1972)