Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars 26153OR.OO.D088CR.01 Instructions For Use Manual - page 8
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stud 1
balance-spring 1
shell
stud 2
balance-spring 2
balance
screws
Pallet fork
escapement wheel
tHE AudEMArS pIGuEt
EScApEMENt
the new audemars Piguet escapement system takes
its inspiration from the mechanism proposed by
robin. this direct-impulse escapement has a large
number of advantages, including full shock
resistance. its innovative design and outstanding
performance render this patented system a minor
revolution in watchmaking mechanics. it heralds the
new generation of audemars Piguet movements and
furthers the performances of the watches produced
by the Manufacture. the new escapement will shortly
be fitted to the brand’s complication movements
and ultimately, in a few years time, to all
the audemars Piguet mechanical movements.
the new aP design hosts a number of technical
features far superior to the traditional (swiss lever)
escapement :
detached pin-pallet escapement : a single impulse
corresponds to two vibrations, causing fewer
setting disturbances and very high efficiency.
improved chronometry : the spring balance
isochronism may be adjusted by moving the
quiescent point with respect to the impulse given
to the balance ; reducing mechanical disturbances
at the escapement increases movement accuracy.
optimum long-term stability : tests performed
over the last five years have shown that this
escapement has excellent operational stability.