Audemars Piguet has launched an impressive collection of 21 new timepieces for 2026, demonstrating a blend of innovative designs and updates to classic lines. This release underscores the brand's dedication to pushing the boundaries of horology while honoring its rich heritage. The collection features a diverse range, from reimagined vintage complications to contemporary iterations of popular models, all designed to captivate both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts.
Among the standout pieces is the Neo Frame Jumping Hour, a remarkable reinterpretation of the jump hour mechanism from the 1920s. This watch, housed in a rectangular platinum case with distinctive horizontal gadroons, marks a significant departure from Audemars Piguet's established aesthetic. It employs a unique display system, showing hours and minutes through dual apertures on its black PVD sapphire face, powered by the brand's inaugural automatic jump hour movement. This innovative design showcases Audemars Piguet's readiness to explore new avenues beyond its signature Royal Oak series.
For admirers of the iconic Royal Oak, the year brings exciting developments, including fresh versions of the Royal Oak Self-Winding Chronograph in a 38mm size. These new models cater to a broader audience, offering sophisticated choices such as a stainless steel version with a blue dial, an 18k pink gold variant with a grey dial, and another 18k pink gold model featuring a sand-gold dial and a diamond-set bezel. Additionally, the Royal Oak Mini Quartz sees new expressions in pink gold with a black onyx dial and yellow gold with a white mother-of-pearl dial, appealing to those who appreciate understated elegance and a touch of glamour.
The Code 11.59 collection also receives notable enhancements, affirming its evolution since its 2019 debut. New self-winding time-and-date models in 18K pink gold, available with black or silver dials, offer sleek sophistication. A particularly striking addition is the Self-Winding Flying Tourbillon, featuring a black ceramic mid-case, an 18K white gold bezel, and an intricate ivory-toned guilloché dial, boasting a flying tourbillon at 6 o'clock and a 65-hour power reserve.
Celebrating its 150th anniversary, Audemars Piguet introduces the extraordinary 150E Héritage Pocket Watch. This 50mm platinum masterpiece is a testament to the brand's unparalleled craftsmanship, incorporating 30 complications driven by the Calibre 1150 movement. Beyond timekeeping, it features a semi-Gregorian perpetual calendar, multiple repeater systems, a split-seconds flyback chronograph, and a flying tourbillon, designed to track various global cultural celebrations. Limited to just two pieces, it represents the pinnacle of watchmaking artistry.
Further enriching the collection are new iterations of the Royal Oak Offshore Diver in 42mm, maintaining its distinctive "Mega-Tapisserie" dial, and Royal Oak Self-Winding Malachite models in 37mm and 41mm. These malachite-dialed watches, set in 18K yellow gold cases, offer a vibrant and luxurious aesthetic. The brand also presents openworked perpetual calendars within both the Code 11.59 and Royal Oak collections, utilizing the innovative Calibre 7139 and 7138 movements, which allow for complete crown-based adjustment.
As Audemars Piguet embarks on another year of exceptional watchmaking, its 2026 collection reaffirms its position at the forefront of the industry. The array of new releases, from the bold Neo Frame Jumping Hour to the intricate 150E Héritage Pocket Watch, showcases a harmonious blend of historical reverence, cutting-edge engineering, and exquisite artistry, catering to diverse tastes while upholding the brand's legacy of excellence.
