Audemars Piguet Code 11.59: A Collector's Candid Review of Case vs. Dial

Key Points from the Discussion

• The time-only Code 11.59 dials often appear too sparse, making the watch seem larger on the wrist, a challenge noted by dial designers who find balancing an empty dial particularly difficult.
• While the Code 11.59 case design feels distinctly Audemars Piguet, the dials currently lack the brand's signature identity, leading to a generic initial impression despite the brilliant case work.
• There's a debate on whether the Code 11.59 requires minor dial tweaks or more significant strategic fixes to gain broader acceptance and align with Audemars Piguet's brand identity.
• The Code 11.59 might represent a strategic move by Audemars Piguet to establish a versatile design platform for future dial and movement evolutions, allowing for greater design freedom.
• The Openworked Tourbillon variant of the Code 11.59, with its intricate dial, effectively 'fills up' the case, addressing the perceived emptiness of the time-only dials and showcasing the case's potential.