Royal Oak 39mm Chronograph - Rose Gold

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Ref. 26022OR.OO.D098CR.02 exemplifies what many connoisseurs consider the perfect chronograph proportions from AP. Our vintage department has observed consistent appreciation of these 39mm references from the late 2000s, with collectors increasingly recognizing their ideal size that works across diverse wrist dimensions. This 18-carat rose gold execution strikes a perfect balance between precious metal luxury and sporting functionality, with the warm gold tones creating magnificent contrast against the slate grey dial.

Examining the mechanical specifications reveals AP's commitment to chronograph excellence: The self-winding movement features an integrated chronograph mechanism with column wheel activation, operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour with approximately 40 hours of power reserve. Case architecture incorporates the signature Royal Oak octagonal bezel with exposed screws, sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, exhibition caseback revealing Geneva stripe decoration and gold oscillating weight, and 50m water resistance. The grey "Grande Tapisserie" pattern dial features chronograph registers at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock, applied gold hour markers with luminescent coating, and the date aperture positioned at 4:30—creating perfect symmetrical balance.

Master Luxury offers this distinguished timepiece in excellent condition with original box and papers dated October 2009. Our technical specialists have confirmed that the chronograph functions operate with mechanical precision, with crisp pusher action and proper reset alignment. The hallmarks on the caseback remain crisp and defined—a tell-tale sign of careful ownership without excessive polishing. This increasingly sought-after reference represents the golden era of Royal Oak chronograph design, offering exceptional value for collectors seeking the perfect dress chronograph in precious metal.