Audemars Piguet Ultra Slim Yellow Gold, 1970s

Dealer description — Huntington Company

History & Significance While Audemars Piguet is most often associated today with the Royal Oak, the brand’s mastery of haute horlogerie dates back long before its iconic sports watch. For much of the 20th century, Audemars Piguet was celebrated for its ultra-slim dress watches, intricate calendars, and exquisitely finished movements. Before the Royal Oak, Audemars Piguet produced a range of solid gold cocktail and evening watches that showcased the brand’s discreet excellence — elegant, slim, and mechanically sophisticated. These watches were crafted to the same high standards as the brand’s most complicated pieces, featuring superb finishing and precise in-house calibers. Writer’s Thoughts The gold-on-gold tone is warm and cohesive, while the slim profile makes it both comfortable and elegant. There’s a timelessness to this design that makes it equally suited for collectors and newcomers who want to own an Audemars Piguet but have a more specific budget. Our Promise Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity. Specifications Brand: Audemars Piguet Model: Ultra Slim Year: 1970s Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Size: 34mm, 18mm lug width Bezel: Smooth yellow gold bezel Dial: Brushed gold dial with black stick markers and pencil hands Crystal: Acrylic crystal Movement: Manual wind Strap: New navy blue strap Buckle: Generic gold-tone buckle Contents: Watch only Condition Case: Unpolished with typical signs of wear; retains sharp hallmarks. Crystal: Acrylic crystal in excellent condition, free of chips or cracks. Dial: Original brushed gold dial with light wear near the outer edge; nearly perfect to the naked eye. Hands: Original black-painted hands remain sharp and clean. Strap: New navy blue strap with minimal handling wear from storage. Buckle: Generic gold-tone buckle in new condition.