REPAIR & SERVICE
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Panda Chronograph
Gray & Sons Jewelers, located in Miami Beach, Florida is an independent watch service center, repairing Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Panda Chronograph watches since 1980.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Panda Chronograph Watch Repair
Audemars Piguet Ref. 26400SO.OO.A002CA.01
Audemars Piguet Ref. 26400SO.OO.A002CA.01
An icon in the world of luxury Swiss watches, Audemars Piguet has been one of the top watch-manufacturing companies for countless years. Even the newest ‘watch enthusiasts’ know the value and respect that Audemars Piguet watches hold. Still, it takes a minute to process how exactly AP managed to become such a prestigious brand in the world of luxury Swiss brand watches. After working with the brand for over 43 years, Gray and Sons Jewelers are experts in Audemars Piguet .
It's commonly known that Audemars Piguet watches hold steep retail prices and retain or even increase value over time. Throughout the years, Audemars Piguet has developed some incredible watch models that have marked their place in the watch hall of fame, their Royal Oak Offshore collection being one of their most coveted.
Audemars Piguet is home to micro mechanical engineers who work together to plan and craft new movements and calibers in a technologically digital module before making them in the workshop. Depending on the complexity of the caliber, this process can take years.
Not only is the creative thinking process quite expensive on its own, but the materials also used to make Audemars Piguet watch parts are always the finest and most precious metals available in the market. Crafting these parts to not only function effortlessly but also last a lifetime can cost millions or even billions of dollars to develop.
AP Royal Oak Offshore Panda Dial before Overhaul by Gray and Sons
AP Royal Oak Offshore Panda Dial before Overhaul by Gray and Sons
This Royal Oak Offshore worked on by Gray & Sons is made from a stainless steel outer case whose satin finish is unmatched. Protecting the crystal, a black ceramic bezel lies secured by 8 steel hexagonal screws. To match the bezel, a black ceramic crown and black ceramic chronograph pushers line the case most tastefully. Audemars Piguet's ability to design brushed and polished finish on the black ceramic bezel and stainless steel case distinguishes them from the rest.
Audemars Piguet's movements are in the same range of excellence as Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin , Jaeger LeCoultre , and more. Audemars Piguet watch movements are so complicated that Audemars Piguet will only release a limited amount of pieces before discontinuing them altogether, such as this ROO Ref. 26400SO.
When it comes to owning an Audemars Piguet watch, one should know it’s pretty much like having money in the bank. Whenever you’re looking for Audemars Piguet watches in-stock , sell an Audemars Piguet , repair an Audemars Piguet, or trade-in an Audemars Piguet, you always want to make sure you’re dealing with experts.
At Gray and Sons Jewelers, clients can rest assured they’re in good hands. For over 43 years, Gray and Sons Jewelers has been handling the needs of all Luxury watch market Audemars Piguet. We know the ins and outs of all things having to do with the luxury watch market Audemars Piguet. Call or visit us to learn more about how we can help you understand the Luxury watch market Audemars Piguet.
Audemars Piguet Repair Services
Gray & Sons - Top Watch Repair Center For High Caliber Watches
The Royal Oak Offshore 3126/3840 calibre consists of 59 jewels and 365 total parts
When it comes to providing a comprehensive restoration and enhancement service for high-end watches, Gray & Sons takes pride in executing a meticulous and time-intensive process. Our commitment to excellence ensures that every timepiece brought to us receives the highest level of care and attention to detail.
The journey begins with the careful removal of the watch's case, allowing us to conduct a thorough inspection for any signs of corrosion or damage that may necessitate component replacement. In this specific instance, the watch requires a movement service due to a lack of good care beforehand.
At Gray & Sons Jewelers, each watch that joins our collection undergoes an overhaul and detail process. This encompasses the movement, disassembly and servicing of the watch's intricate internal mechanism, complemented by a meticulous cleaning and polishing of its external case.
Once we've identified the precise issues affecting the watch and determined if any replacement components are required, our skilled watchmaker proceeds to disassemble the timepiece, deconstructing it piece by piece in preparation for the restoration.
The movement, crystal, and watch stem are carefully separated from the head and bracelet so our dedicated watchmakers can commence their intricate work on the movement. Every part of the watch's mechanism is methodically disassembled, with each individual component scrutinized for wear or damage.
Upon identifying the watch parts that demand replacement, our watchmaker carefully prepares the screws, springs, pivots, and plates for cleaning, sourcing any necessary replacement components. We employ a combination of six specialized cleaning solutions in an ultrasonic machine to ensure the thorough removal of dirt, dust, and aged oils from every crevice and component within the watch.
De-casing of AP Royal Oak Offshore with Panda Dial
Following the comprehensive cleaning process, our watchmaker proceeds to reassemble the movement with precision. Lubricants are thoughtfully applied where necessary, and all gaskets are replaced to preserve the watch's water resistance. This meticulous process typically consumes between two to five hours per watch, assuming no unexpected interruptions occur and all components remain in working condition.
Once our watchmaker completes the reassembly of the movement and the watch is re-cased, the final stages of our restoration process come into play. Before returning the watch to the client, we execute a stringent quality control check to ensure that the watch functions as smoothly as possible.
During this quality control assessment, we employ specialized machines to measure the watch's amplitude, essentially listening to its heartbeat. We also use computerized machines that simulate a deep dive using air pressure to assess the watch's water resistance and check for any potential leaks.
Furthermore, we inspect all complications to ensure their full functionality, including the hour, minute, chronograph, date, and subsidiary second hands. If all complications and water tests pass, the watch undergoes a winding and observation process where it rotates and mimics wrist movement for 6-8 hours. Afterward, the watch is allowed to rest and run for the next 30-50 hours, ensuring that the automatic rotor powering the reserve operates at optimal performance.
This thorough analysis of durability and function ensures that the watch's movement is fully operational and unaffected by any natural irregularities in wrist movements. Our complete restoration process, designed to revitalize and rejuvenate each timepiece to its former glory, can take up to 8 weeks. At Gray & Sons, we are dedicated to preserving the legacy of exceptional timepieces and providing them with a new lease on life.
Get to Know More About Us, Gray and Sons Jewelers - Watch Specialists and Estate Jewelry Buying and Selling
For over 43 years, Gray and Sons has specialized in the luxury business of pre-owned watches and estate jewelry. Every item in our inventory made from platinum, gold, and silver has been repaired or restored and polished to like-new condition. Gray and Sons have many Audemars Piguet watches for sale.
Every day customers come into our independent watch repair center to sell us their watches and jewelry items so our inventory is ever-growing. We update the website daily so many things come in every day! Customers can request a free monthly catalog that includes our updated inventory.
Our sales associates are fluent in English, Spanish, French, Polish, and Russian so language barriers are often not a problem. Aside from buying, selling, and repairing, we also do trade-ins or take things in on consignment. For all your luxury needs, come visit us !
Our showroom is located in the heart of Miami Beach diagonally across the street from the world-renowned Bal Harbour Shops. If ever in the area, we highly recommend you come into our store; we’d love to meet you!
Every watch sold at Gray and Sons Jewelers comes with a “Like-New for Life” warranty. The LNFL warranty guarantees that anyone who buys a watch at Gray & Sons Jewelers can bring the watch in once a year and Gray & Sons will externally clean and polish the watch as long as the customer services the watch every 3-5 years.
We make sure to check all the boxes when quality controlling an item that will eventually acquire a new owner to enjoy. Every watch that comes into Gray and Sons Jewelers for repair will automatically receive a 12-month warranty once received by the customer post-repair. Rolex watches in particular receive a 24-month mechanical warranty.
Gray & Sons check the automatic rotor to make sure the watch’s power reserve is functioning properly, timekeeping accuracy, water resistance, chronograph accuracy, and several other quality control tests.
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Visit Gray and Sons Jewelers is a one-stop source for all your luxury watches and high-end jewelry needs throughout Florida, especially in Miami, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Sunny Isles, and Fort Lauderdale. Gray and Sons has an excellent reputation with many customers in New York, Massachusetts, California, Texas, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Chicago. Access our website by clicking here.
OUR EXPERIENCE
OVER 150 YEARS OF COMBINED WATCHMAKING AND JEWELRY/CASE AND BRACELET REPAIR EXPERIENCE!
How to Repair Your Watch with Gray & Sons Jewelers
We offer our watch repair services locally in South Florida (Miami, Miami Beach, Surfside, Bal Harbour, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach), nationally as well as internationally with our Easy Ship Box Option.
Local Repairs
Come visit our showroom and let us evaluate your watch. Our Master-trained watchmakers are among the best in the United States and we just happen to be located on Miami Beach. We will provide you an estimate before beginning any work.
National Repairs
To accommodate customers across the United States who complete repairs with us, we devised the Easy Ship Box as the fastest and most convenient way to send sensitive luxury items. This allows you to receive our state of the art services anywhere in the country, so you never compromise on the care your watch rightfully deserves.
Watch Repairs by Gray & Sons
Some watch repair shops just take shortcuts once they have your money but that's not what you're going to see from our team. Explore our repair videos on YouTube by searching "Gray and Sons," or visit our Miami Beach showroom. We specialize in brands like Rolex, Cartier, Patek Philippe, Omega, and more, offering unmatched quality and care.
Genuine is exactly what you will get. Each-pre-owned watch that we sell at Gray & Sons has undergone a sophisticated inspection by our master trained technicians. That means that timepieces have been tested inside and out to ensure functionality as well as timekeeping.
Whenever they need to repair or replace an individual component, our watchmakers use Swiss parts. These components, whenever possible, come from the manufacturer. Sometimes our master watchmakers fabricate and refurbish parts that are not otherwise available to us to purchase from our sources.