The Audemars Piguet escapement presented in 2006 is certainly living up to its promises. It operates lubricant-free ensures excellent effi ciency and guarantees superior shock-resistance. Within its new showcase with a three-dimensional design it even exceeds expectations in that its technical performances are combined with an exceptional frequency of 43200 vibrations per hour. By thus oscillating twice as fast as normal the balance ensures enhanced timekeeping and improved reliability of the movement. The watch won the Grand Prix de lHorlogerie in 2009 in the mens watches category. It is the fi rst time that this model is being offered at auction.