Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver 15710ST
About This Watch
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver 15710ST is the luxury dive watch that proves high horology and professional dive capability are not mutually exclusive. Rated to 300 meters of water resistance, it features an inner rotating bezel operated by a crown at 10 o'clock, keeping the octagonal case shape uninterrupted by an external rotating bezel. The blue dial features oversized luminescent hour markers and hands for maximum underwater legibility, and the "Mega Tapisserie" pattern adds visual texture when viewed in air. The caliber 3120, AP's workhorse automatic movement, provides a generous 60-hour power reserve, well above the industry standard. The 42mm case is substantial at 14.1mm thick, giving the Offshore Diver a commanding wrist presence. The rubber strap is designed for diving use, with multiple holes for a secure fit even over a wetsuit. A screw-down crown at 3 o'clock and the screw-down inner bezel crown at 10 o'clock ensure waterproof integrity. The Offshore Diver appeals to collectors who want a luxury sports watch that can genuinely function as a diving instrument, offering an alternative to the Rolex Submariner with far more exclusive production numbers and distinctly different design DNA.
In-Depth Review
# Editorial: The Royal Oak Offshore Diver 15710ST
Since its 2010 introduction, the 15710ST has embodied Audemars Piguet's commitment to merging haute horlogerie with genuine diving capability. Built on the legendary Royal Oak Offshore platform, this 42mm stainless steel instrument features the manufacture's in-house AP 3120 caliber—a 60-hour power reserve movement finished to standards typically reserved for watches costing considerably more. The unidirectional rotating inner bezel and 300-meter water resistance provide legitimate tool-watch functionality, while the blue dial and matching rubber strap strike an uncommon balance between sports watch accessibility and haute horlogerie credibility. At 14.1mm thick, it wears remarkably proportional despite its substantial case diameter, a testament to thoughtful engineering rather than brute force design.
This watch appeals to a specific collector: someone seeking credible diving credentials without sacrificing horological prestige, and willing to pay accordingly. The 15710ST occupies uncomfortable middle ground—too expensive for dedicated divers favoring Rolex Submariners or Tudor Black Bays, yet too tool-focused for collectors chasing dress-watch refinement. Its ideal owner appreciates the paradox: a timepiece equally valid at the office or 100 meters underwater, backed by manufacture-level expertise.
At $35,000 on the secondary market, the 15710ST commands significant premium over its $27,600 MSRP, reflecting genuine scarcity. Direct competitors like the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean or Rolex Sea-Dweller occupy similar price territory but lack the Royal Oak's integrated-bracelet aesthetic and independent manufacture pedigree. For collectors prioritizing mechanical excellence alongside practical capability, this remains an uncommon option in the modern luxury sports
Specifications
Movement
| Movement Type | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Caliber | AP 3120 |
| Power Reserve | 60 hours |
| Frequency | 21,600 vph |
| Jewels | 40 |
Case
| Case Diameter | 42.0mm |
|---|---|
| Case Thickness | 14.1mm |
| Case Material | Stainless Steel |
| Crystal | Sapphire |
| Bezel | Unidirectional rotating inner bezel |
| Dial Color | Blue |
| Lug-to-Lug | 50.0mm |
Features
| Water Resistance | 300m / 984ft |
|---|---|
| Bracelet/Strap | Blue rubber strap |
| Clasp | Stainless Steel pin buckle |
| Weight | 130g |
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