The Audemars Piguet Ref. 5205 is a rare tonneau-shaped dress watch produced in 18k white gold, representing the brand’s tradition of elegant case design outside of its sports models. The tonneau case offers a distinct alternative to round dress watches, with its curved profile and refined proportions. The dial is clean and balanced, typically featuring applied hour markers and crisp hands. These references are part of a lesser-seen side of Audemars Piguet’s catalog, valued by collectors for their classical design and craftsmanship.
Inside the 5205 is an automatic movement, finished to Audemars Piguet’s high standards. Watches like the 5205 reflect the brand’s heritage of producing precious metal dress watches before the Royal Oak defined its modern identity. The model’s understated design and scarce production numbers make it a sought-after piece for collectors looking beyond AP’s sport-oriented offerings. The Ref. 5205 remains an excellent example of pure Swiss watchmaking in a unique and elegant form.
