Audemars Piguet Super Clone Watches 1:1 Purple Dial 26240 Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph

Name: Audemars Piguet Super Clone Watches 1:1 Purple Dial 26240 Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph
Brand: Audemars Piguet
SKU: NCW-22638
Price: 1199 USD
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Original price was: $1,799.00.Current price is: $1,299.00.

APS Factory Edition — Integrated Steel Bracelet

The APS Factory iteration of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph reference 26240 represents a significant technical milestone in modern horological replication. By moving away from modular chronograph architectures, APS has successfully engineered a platform that mirrors the physical footprint of the genuine article. This specific release, featuring the commemorative 50th Anniversary rotor and distinct dial aesthetic, addresses the longstanding dimensional compromises that have historically plagued Royal Oak chronograph replicas.

At the core of this reference is the Super Clone 4401 caliber, an integrated flyback chronograph movement designed to replicate Audemars Piguet’s proprietary architecture. Unlike modified Valjoux bases, this clone utilizes a vertical clutch and column wheel setup, ensuring crisp pusher actuation and eliminating the characteristic sweep-hand stutter. Power reserve is rated at approximately 36 hours under standard daily wear conditions. The movement’s structural fidelity is what permits the correct sub-dial spacing, a detail heavily scrutinized by collectors.

Machined from solid 316L stainless steel, the 41mm case achieves the exact 12.4mm thickness of the genuine piece, a direct benefit of the integrated movement. The dial exhibits the signature Grande Tapisserie guilloché pattern, rendered here in a deep plum purple tone. Crucially, the custom caliber allows the date window to sit flush against the minute track at the 4:30 position, correcting a glaring tell found on earlier iterations. The brushed/polished alternating finishing across the octagonal bezel and integrated bracelet fit demonstrates tight manufacturing tolerances.

Movement: Super Clone 4401 Integrated Flyback — Approximately 36 hours
Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel, 41mm diameter, 51.5mm lug-to-lug, 167.8g weight
Bezel: Vertical Brushed 316L Steel, accurate recessed hexagonal screw alignment
Crystal: Scratch-resistant Sapphire with colorless AR coating
Bracelet: Integrated 316L Steel, chamfered edges, AP double deployant clasp
Water Resistance: 30m stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming. Do not operate chronograph pushers or the crown while the watch is submerged.

This reference is tailored for the collector who demands exacting case proportions and functional parity in a high-complication replica. It commands a distinct presence on the wrist, suited for environments where mechanical scrutiny is expected, bridging the gap between aesthetic homage and technical replication.

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Description

APS Factory Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26240 50th Anniversary

The APS 26240 establishes a new structural benchmark by resolving the historical thickness and sub-dial spacing issues inherent to 7750-based AP replicas.

Powered by the Super Clone 4401

The introduction of the clone Calibre 4401 marks a departure from modular chronograph replication. This integrated movement features a working vertical clutch and column wheel, mirroring the mechanical logic of the genuine Audemars Piguet caliber. The architecture allows for the correct 4:30 date window placement and precise sub-dial spacing, details that are meticulously verified through our strict QC standards. The flyback mechanism is fully operational, permitting the sweep hand to be reset to zero without halting the chronograph engagement.

⏱ Accuracy Profile:

The APS 4401 clone is factory-regulated to perform within ±10–15 seconds per day. Positional variance is standard for this tier of complex clone movement.

✅ Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
✅ Complications: Flyback Chronograph, Date Display, Small Seconds
✅ Winding Direction: Bidirectional automatic winding

Technical Specifications

THE BUILD316L Stainless Steel Case

Measuring exactly 41mm in diameter and 12.4mm thick, the case proportions are 1:1 with the genuine. It features the correct brushed/polished alternating finishing along the chamfers.

THE DIALPlum Purple Grande Tapisserie

The dial features crisp guilloché squares in a deep plum hue. Lume application on the white gold-plated applied markers is consistent, though the lacquer tone shifts slightly under direct sunlight.

THE BEZELOctagonal Brushed Steel

The iconic eight-sided bezel showcases heavy vertical brushing. The recessed, highly polished hexagonal screws sit perfectly flush with the steel surface.

THE BRACELETIntegrated Steel & Double Deployant

The integrated bracelet fit is exceptionally tight at the lugs. The link flexibility is fluid, terminating in an AP-signed double deployant clasp with minimal lateral play.

Why APS Factory for This Reference?

Many collectors ask: “Why not ZF?”

Historically, ZF dominated the Royal Oak market, but their chronograph models relied on modified 7750 movements. This necessitated a thicker case profile (often exceeding 14mm) and resulted in sunken date wheels. The APS custom 4401 clone eliminates these structural compromises, achieving the genuine 12.4mm thickness and pushing the date display to the extreme edge of the dial.

Full Disclosure: The APS 4401 rotor bearing exhibits noticeable winding noise in quiet environments, and the flyback mechanism, while functional, adds significant wear to the clone vertical clutch if overused.

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Data Sheet

MODEL REFERENCE	26240ST.OO.1320ST.04 (50th Anniversary)
FACTORY / VERSION	APS Factory Edition
MOVEMENT	Super Clone Calibre 4401
CASE MATERIAL	316L Stainless Steel
WEIGHT & THICKNESS	167.8g \| 12.4mm
CRYSTAL & LUME	Sapphire with AR \| Super-LumiNova
DIMENSIONS	41mm × 51.5mm × 12.4mmManual measurements — minor tolerances apply.
WATER RESISTANCE	30m Stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming

Collector Q&A

Q: Does the flyback function on the APS 4401 work exactly like the genuine?

A: Yes, the APS clone 4401 features a fully functional flyback mechanism. This allows you to press the lower pusher to instantly reset the chronograph sweep hand to zero without needing to stop it first, utilizing a true column wheel and vertical clutch architecture.

Q: How accurate is the plum purple dial color compared to the genuine AP boutique edition?

A: The APS Grande Tapisserie pattern is highly accurate in its geometric spacing and depth. However, the purple lacquer formulation is marginally darker under low-light conditions compared to the genuine piece, which exhibits slightly more vibrancy.

Q: Is the case thickness exactly 12.4mm on this replica?

A: Yes. Unlike earlier replicas that relied on modified 7750 movements resulting in 14mm+ cases, the APS integrated 4401 clone allows the case to be machined to the exact 12.4mm specification of the genuine 26240 reference.

Q: Are there any known technical quirks with the APS 4401 movement?

A: The most common quirk noted by collectors is noticeable rotor noise during aggressive wrist movement due to the bearing design. Additionally, while the chronograph is fully functional, frequent use of the flyback complication will significantly reduce the power reserve and increase mechanical wear on the clone vertical clutch.