Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26240CE Black Ceramic Super Clone Replica

The Royal Oak Chronograph 26240CE has replaced its traditional steel case with a fully black ceramic one, which gives the well-known octagonal shape a totally new and more aggressive appearance when worn on the wrist. The fact that the entire case, bezel, and dial are black produces a stealthy, monochrome effect that steel or gold models are unable to achieve. This super clone version realises the ceramic construction and the black-on-black finish of the 26240CE, copying the features which cause it to differ from the other watches in the Royal Oak Chronograph range.

Ceramic is a fairly difficult material to reproduce well because it has to maintain a steady matte or satin finish without appearing as if there’s painted metal beneath. The design achieves that genuine ceramic appearance all around the 41mm octagonal case, with the exposed bezel screws and the brushed surfaces looking right in various kinds of lighting rather than appearing flat or plasticky. The scratch-resistant surface finish is also present on the sides of the case and along the bezel edges, which is in keeping with the durability that ceramic is usually associated with.

The ceramic case matches perfectly with the black Grande Tapisserie dial to achieve the complete monochrome effect, even though the waffle textured grid still shows real depth because of the all-black colour scheme. The chronograph subdials and hands remain legible on the dark dial due to a gentle tonal contrast rather than blending in with the black on black finish. The date window and the printed text also have sharp and clean edges, preventing the blurred appearance which is a sign of lower quality versions.

The bracelet or band has the same black ceramic finish as the case and tapers properly to a folding clasp which closes securely while the correct AP branding is still visible. Because of this design the weight is distributed properly and the watch doesn’t seem abnormally heavy or fragile even though ceramic is generally a harder and more brittle material. The thickness of the case and the curvature of the lugs ensure that it lies flat and feels comfortable, much like the real Royal Oak Chronograph.

If you’re looking for a replica of the stealthy all-black Royal Oak style, this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26240CE super clone replica provides a convincing imitation of the original without having to pay the higher price for black ceramic that Audemars Piguet asks for at retail. The matte case, the depth of the Tapisserie dial, and the simple chronograph layout all combine to achieve the monochrome look which the reference is famous for. Below you will find a full specification breakdown along with photos; just get in touch if you have any questions regarding the movement or the bracelet size.