Florentine Finesse in Gold – Audemars Piguet Disco Volante

There are watches that speak. And there are watches that leave you speechless. This Audemars Piguet Disco Volante from the 1960s belongs to the latter. Housed in a striking 18k yellow gold case by Ed. Wenger SA, this piece embodies sculptural elegance and intricate craftsmanship.

The “Disco Volante” or “Flying Saucer” case design features hidden lugs, a rare Florentine hand-engraved bezel, and a subtle sub-seconds display. The golden sunburst dial adds warmth and texture, while the interior case back proudly bears the Geneva hallmark “key” with #1, confirming Wenger’s elite status as one of Geneva’s premier case makers.

Under the hood lies the Audemars Piguet Caliber K2001, manually wound and freshly serviced. Every element — from the slender profile to the refined dial layout — whispers quiet prestige.

A piece for those who admire artistry not just in timekeeping, but in form, finish, and legacy.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original and never touched golden sunburst dial in good condition
  
• some tiny patina spots between one and three o'clock
• original hands & crown

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• black aftermarket leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 3.4 mm thick
• yellow gold plated after market buckle

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use
• 3- body 18k yellow gold Ed. Wenger SA case with snap-on case back
• 32 mm (without crown) / 32 mm (lug-to-lug) / 15 mm (between lugs) / 7 mm thick
• Year: 1960s
• total weight: 29 g