The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is one of the most recognizable luxury sports watches in the world. Its sophisticated movement and finely finished components require regular maintenance to ensure long-term reliability and precision.
Recently, a client brought in a Royal Oak Selfwinding after experiencing inconsistent accuracy and a noticeable decrease in power reserve. Although the watch was still functioning, a complete inspection revealed that routine servicing was overdue.
Customer's Concerns
The owner reported several performance issues that had developed over time:
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The watch was losing approximately 15–18 seconds per day.
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The power reserve was noticeably shorter than normal.
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Manual winding no longer felt as smooth.
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The automatic rotor sounded louder during wrist movement.
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Timekeeping became inconsistent after long periods of wear.
Since the watch had not been serviced for nearly six years, a complete overhaul was recommended.
Technical Inspection
After carefully opening the case, our watchmakers performed a full diagnostic inspection.
The examination revealed:
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Dried lubricants throughout the movement
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Reduced balance wheel amplitude
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Dirt accumulation within the automatic winding mechanism
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Worn water-resistant gaskets
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Minor wear on several transmission components
Fortunately, no critical movement parts required replacement.
Complete Service Procedure
To restore the watch to factory-level performance, our technicians carried out a full mechanical overhaul.
The service included:
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Complete movement disassembly
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Ultrasonic cleaning of all movement components
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Detailed inspection under magnification
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Fresh application of Swiss watch lubricants
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Precision timing adjustment
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Replacement of all case seals
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Water resistance pressure testing
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Multi-position performance testing
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Final quality control inspection
Each stage was completed following professional Swiss watch servicing standards.
Final Performance Results
After reassembly, the Royal Oak underwent several days of testing.
The results showed:
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Stable daily accuracy within manufacturer specifications
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Improved balance wheel amplitude
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Restored power reserve
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Smooth manual winding
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Quiet and efficient automatic winding system
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Successful water resistance test
The client immediately noticed smoother operation, improved winding feel, and significantly better timekeeping performance.
Why Regular Servicing Is Essential
Luxury mechanical watches like the Royal Oak are built with exceptional precision, but even the finest movements require periodic maintenance.
Most Swiss manufacturers recommend a complete service every 3 to 5 years, depending on usage and environmental conditions.
Routine servicing helps maintain accuracy, protects delicate movement components, preserves water resistance, and safeguards the long-term value of your investment.
Our Professional Services
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Luxury Watch Repair
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Complete Mechanical Watch Overhaul
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Precision Timing Adjustment
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Water Resistance Testing
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Movement Cleaning & Lubrication
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Bracelet Refinishing
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