The Most Popular Audemars Piguet Watches On Wristcheck

No surprise here: the 41mm Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15510ST remains our undisputed top performer. But popularity doesn’t always equal hype. What makes this reference stick is that it refines, rather than reinvents, what made the original 1972 Royal Oak a game-changer.

The 15510 isn’t just about the octagonal bezel or the Tapisserie dial — it’s about proportion. At 41mm, it commands presence without shouting. The extra dial space makes the layout feel calmer, more breathable. Even the minute track has been nudged outward, giving the indices a little more elbow room.

Under the hood, the in-house Calibre 4302 offers 70 hours of power reserve — more than most owners will need, but exactly what a modern automatic movement should deliver. It’s technical polish with daily practicality. No wonder it’s the first AP so many buyers reach for.

If the 15500 is the people’s Royal Oak, the 16202 is the purist’s. Launched to replace the outgoing 15202, this 39mm “Jumbo” reissue stays heartbreakingly close to Gérald Genta’s original 5402 — but brings with it a new movement: the ultra-slim Calibre 7121.

What makes this model such a draw on Wristcheck isn’t just its slim profile (a hair over 8mm thick) or the instantly recognizable Petite Tapisserie dial — it’s the feeling that you’re not just wearing an icon, but a continuation of one. The bracelet feels almost liquid on the wrist, the case melts into the arm. It’s less watch, more artifact.

Yes, it’s harder to get. Yes, it’s more expensive. But for those who know, or want to know, the 16202 hits a very specific nerve: the closest thing to time travel AP offers.

While the classic Royal Oak leans architectural, the Offshore reads more like brutalist sculpture. And that’s the appeal. The 26470ST — a 42mm chronograph often seen in blue, black, or Safari-beige variants — continues to draw buyers looking for bolder silhouettes and unapologetic presence.

It’s not a subtle watch, and it’s not trying to be. The rubber-clad pushers, mega Tapisserie dial, and stitched leather strap (or chunky bracelet) add layers of attitude. It’s heavier on the wrist, thicker on the case, and louder in the room.

But on Wristcheck, we’re seeing that translate into popularity with a very specific audience — buyers who want something muscular but still respected. Think less “boardroom” and more “VIP paddock at Monaco.” The Offshore may not be for everyone. But for the right wearer, it’s unbeatable.

Somewhere between the time-only and the Offshore lies the 26331ST — a Royal Oak Chronograph that’s quietly become a mainstay for those who want sport, balance, and versatility.

At 41mm, it shares its case dimensions with the 15500, but adds a tri-compax chronograph layout that feels refreshingly symmetrical. This is a watch that takes complexity and makes it digestible: screw-down pushers for 50m of water resistance, a date window tucked in neatly between 4 and 5 o’clock, and enough dial variants (black, white, blue, and silver tones) to keep collectors coming back.

If the 15500 is a clean white shirt, the 26331 is a sharply tailored blazer. It does more, looks refined doing it, and handles itself across nearly every setting — from casual Friday to black tie. That versatility? It’s what makes this watch quietly dominate our AP charts.

It wasn’t always loved. In fact, when AP dropped the Code 11.59 line in 2019, the reception was… let’s say mixed. But a few years in, collectors are beginning to see what AP saw all along: a new design language that doesn’t rely on the Royal Oak’s DNA.

The 41mm Code Chronograph has found an audience on Wristcheck for two reasons: details, and defiance. The multi-faceted case construction — with its octagonal midcase hidden beneath a round bezel — is best appreciated in person. The double-curved sapphire crystal bends light in strange, satisfying ways. And the in-house flyback chronograph movement, the Calibre 4401, feels over-engineered in all the right ways.

This isn’t a Royal Oak. And that’s the point. For buyers who’ve had their fill of integrated bracelets and want something still technical, still AP, but left of center — the Code is finally getting its due.

Ceramic watches often split the room. But the 77350CE, a 34mm Royal Oak in full black ceramic, is not about following trends — it’s about restraint with edge. On Wristcheck, this model consistently draws interest from buyers who want something quietly radical. It’s slim, stealthy, and incredibly tactile.

The ceramic here isn’t just for looks. It’s practically scratch-proof, featherlight, and feels more like sculpture than metal. And while some write off 34mm as “too small,” on-wrist, this model wears with unexpected presence thanks to the bold monochrome contrast of the black case and dial against white gold indices.

It’s minimalism, sure — but not minimal effort. Crafting AP’s ceramic cases and bracelets takes hours of precise machining and hand-finishing, a fact that doesn’t go unnoticed by collectors who value craft as much as aesthetics. It’s no surprise this model continues to gain traction — especially among those seeking low-key luxury that still speaks volumes.

If the Code 11.59 is Audemars Piguet’s experiment in subtle reinvention, the Royal Oak Concept line is where they push the boundaries — hard. The 26650TI is a titanium-cased Split-Seconds Chronograph with a GMT and large date, that looks like it was pulled straight out of a sci-fi storyboard, and buyers on Wristcheck are responding to its boldness.

At 43mm, it’s not shy. But the openworked architecture, angular case geometry, and skeletonized dial don’t feel excessive — they feel engineered. Like a prototype that accidentally made it into production. And that’s the appeal: it’s hyper-modern, technically audacious, and yet still recognizably AP.

And while it may not top the popularity charts in volume, it leads in engagement. People are fascinated. They click, zoom, compare, and — increasingly — commit. Because while this watch isn’t for everyone, it’s unforgettable to those it is for.