Audemars Piguet Calendar Moonphase 18K

Why We Love It  This stunning piece, a Reference 25589-002 from the late 1980s, is a perfect example of Audemars Piguet's design savoir faire outside of the cherished Royal Oak. The svelte 33mm 18K solid yellow gold case is incredibly understated for the era in which it was produced. Its stepped bezel and short straight lugs give the watch the appearance of a refined gentleman's piece from the 1930s or 40s, complimented expertly by the enamel dial with painted Roman hour indices and yellow gold pencil handset.  The high-grade Calibre 2124 automatic movement drives the day, date and moonphase complications, all set via the winding crown at 3:00. The entire effect is a watch that is not only beautiful but also easy to use and set. Complicated watches such as this one - particularly ones finished in precious metals and packing a lot of horological heat for its size - are passed over by most collectors today, but those in the know will recognize that the craftsmanship and materials are wa