Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26715 APS Factory Review

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26715 model is produced by APS Factory with a solid stainless steel case, 38 mm diameter and high-precision automatic Super Clone movement architecture. It is among the most successful 1:1 super clone watch reviews on the market, with its sapphire crystal AR coating glass, original case tolerances and detailed workmanship.

1. 38mm small diameter, designed for slim wrists

Let's talk about size first. This 26715 model has a diameter of 38 mm, a thickness of approximately 11.3 mm and is almost identical to the original. It looks very elegant when compared to large cases such as 41 mm and 43 mm, which are frequently encountered in the market. My wrist is considered thin (around 16 cm); When I wear it, the proportions are compatible and it doesn't feel like it doesn't fit in the hand at all. It's also completely hassle-free for women to wear — a truly neutral, unisex model.

Currently, APS is the only place in the entire industry that makes 38 mm chronograph models. 26240 has a large diameter of 41 mm and is suitable for men with thicker wrists. If you've always found the Royal Oak "beautiful but too big", 26715 is just the answer for you.

2. Blue dial details are at its peak, biscuit pattern and CD pattern are complete

The dial is the soul of this watch. This time APS used a deep blue color; This is accompanied by the classic “biscuit pattern” (Grande Tapisserie). Each small square carries a radial three-dimensionality; When the light hits it, the layered depth immediately reveals itself.

All processed with CD track pattern
Radial patterns are clearly visible
The center shaft is finely machined, there is no burr
The minute hand is in a hollow (cutting) design
The stick hour markers are polished on the double beveled surface, the cut surfaces are clean and sharp

The date window is in the middle, the font is clear; The overall dial is clean and elegant. Even if you look at it magnified, it's hard to find fault with it — this isn't "just OK from a distance" level, it's workmanship based on macro photography.

3. Functions are complete, usage logic is close to the original

As a chronograph watch, the 26715 has a full range of functions:

2 o'clock position: chronograph watch face
6 o'clock position: continuous running seconds
10 o'clock position: chronograph minute face

When you press the top button, the chronograph starts, and when the large seconds hand makes one revolution, the minute dial advances one step; It stops when you press it again, it resets when you press the bottom button — the usage feeling is smooth, the feedback is clear.

When the crown is pulled out one step, the date is set quickly (this should be done between 4 and 9 o'clock to avoid damaging the mechanism)
When it is pulled out two steps, the time is set.
Turn clockwise to wind it.

Although the mechanism is a development based on the Dandong 4801 (with the date function added), APS has optimized noise reduction and is noticeably quieter than the original 4801. In my testing, daily drift remained within ±5 seconds, stable enough for daily use. The only minor flaw is that the rotor rotation noise is a bit loud; but it is far from being "noisy", it is within acceptable limits.

4. Attention to detail, but pay attention to the strap

The case continues Royal Oak's classic horizontal brushing and chamfer finish finish; The screw at 6 o'clock is slightly recessed. Sapphire glass with anti-reflective blue coating; When reading the time in the sun, you can't take your eyes off it. The crown logo is deeply engraved, the embossed clear on the closed case back; The overall texture is solid.

A word of caution, though: the space between the links of the steel bracelet is narrow; Those with hairy arms may experience hair entrapment when wearing — this is the same point as 26240. If it bothers you, I recommend switching to a leather or rubber strap later.

The total weight of the watch is approximately 152 grams; It is much lighter than the larger models and does not feel like a burden when worn for a long time.

Conclusion: small size does not mean low hardware; APS has really worked hard this time
In summary, APS Factory 26715 is not a "cut version", but a carefully designed piece for a specific audience. While preserving the Royal Oak DNA, it fills a gap in the market with a 38 mm diameter, elegant dial and reliable movement. If you have a narrow wrist and like both the chronograph function and the look of the blue dial, this 26715 is worth serious consideration.

I hope my article was useful to you. In the coming days, I will share more detailed parts disassembly, real shot review and real-replica comparison.