The maison answered the long-standing request for a contemporary Audemars Piguet by introducing Code 11.59 in 2019. It distinguished itself by adopting a unique approach to design, an approach that was meticulous and inventive, to say the least. Although it did not evoke a knee-jerk reaction upon its introduction, the 2021 and 2023 updates finally fetched the acknowledgement this watch deserved from the beginning.

This reference 26393NB.OO.A002KB.01 is the 2021 model, and once you teardown the details of this timepiece, you'll realise that the brand has really reinvented the wheel with Code 11.59. We'll start with the case - a sophisticated piece of engineering. Crafted from white gold in a 41mm size, the circular case has a notable 12.6mm height putting its octagonal mid case on full display. While the original model was constructed comprehensively in gold, in 2021, the house refined the watch by rendering the case middle in ceramic, thus creating a unique juxtaposition of shapes and materials. The composition of the bezel and lugs is equally singular. The lugs come attached to the slender bezel instead of being integrated into the case, which makes them look suspended or floating.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos.