Royal Oak Offshore Michael Schumacher

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Michael Schumacher 26568IM.OO.A004CA.01

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Michael Schumacher – Ref. 26568IM.OO.A004CA.01, launched in 2012 and limited to 1,000 pieces, celebrates the legendary seven-time Formula 1 World Champion with a design deeply rooted in motorsport engineering. Crafted in Grade 5 titanium and paired with a highly resistant cermet bezel (ceramic–titanium composite), this 44 mm Offshore merges racing inspiration with haute horlogerie craftsmanship.

The robust case measures approximately 14.25–15.8 mm in thickness and is fitted with glareproofed sapphire crystals front and back. The anthracite “Méga Tapisserie” dial incorporates motorsport design cues, including a checkered-flag minute track, seven engraved stars (two in Benetton blue symbolizing Schumacher’s first titles), and F1-inspired detailing such as exhaust-style chronograph pushers and brake-pedal link aesthetics. The date display appears in distinctive Rosso Corsa red, reinforcing the racing DNA.

Powering the watch is the self-winding Calibre 3126/3840, featuring 59 jewels and operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz). Built on an AP base movement with a Dubois-Dépraz chronograph module and column-wheel architecture, it provides hours, minutes, small seconds, date, tachymeter functionality, and a 50–55 hour power reserve. The 22K gold rotor is engraved with Michael Schumacher’s signature, visible through the exhibition caseback.

Water-resistant to 100 meters, the watch is delivered on a grey rubber strap secured by a titanium pin buckle, combining lightweight durability with sporting presence.

Bold, technical, and commemorative, this limited Offshore stands as a tribute to one of motorsport’s greatest champions.

Key Specifications

• Reference: 26568IM.OO.A004CA.01

• Collection: Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph (Limited to 1,000 pieces)

• Case Material: Grade 5 titanium

• Bezel: Cermet (ceramic–titanium composite)

• Diameter: 44 mm

• Thickness: approx. 14.25–15.8 mm

• Dial: Anthracite Méga Tapisserie with racing details

• Calibre: Audemars Piguet 3126/3840, automatic

• Jewels: 59

• Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)

• Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph, tachymeter

• Power Reserve: approx. 50–55 hours

• Water Resistance: 100 meters (10 ATM)

• Strap: Grey rubber strap with titanium pin buckle