Audemars Piguet, AN OVERSIZED LIMITED EDITION FORGED CARBON FIBER AUTOMATIC FLYBACK CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGATTA COUNTDOWN CIRCA 2007 ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE ALINGHI TEAM NO 26/1300

cal.2326/2848 nickel lever movement, 50 jewels, mono-metallic balance • black engine-turned dial with luminescent Arabic numerals and hands, 2 subsidiary dials indicating 20-minute and 6-hour registers, aperture for 10-minute regatta countdown • forged carbon fiber hexagonal case secured by 8 screws, screw-down crown, back secured by 8 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a rubber strap and titanium AP buckle 

Automatic movement running while cataloguing, chronograph and countdown functions appear operational while cataloguing. Dial looks nice and clean. Case and clasp with no signficant signs of use. Still retains original factory swing tag. Overall appears in unused, excellent condition. Outside of case back numbered G 03422 and 26/1300.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

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Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Accompanied by an Audemars Piguet Certificate, Instruction Manual and a presentation box with outer card box.

To celebrate the anniversary of Swiss yachting team Alinghi's victory, Audemars Piguet launched the Royal Oak Offshore Alinghi Team Chronograph in 2007. The watchmakers at Le Brassus have chosen an innovate material for this exceptional timepiece, forged carbon. A common material in the aeronautics industry, forged carbon is known for its excellent resistance and lightnes. The watch's case weighs only one hundred grams.

This watch was produced in a limited series of only 1300 pieces, the current example is number 26.