Swatch - SSX03R100N - 2020+

A0000005331

We put up for auction the absolute, most disruptive and widely discussed object in contemporary horological collecting: the Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop pocket watch, in its energetic and coveted “Otto Rosso” variant (Reference SSX03R100N). This historic collaboration masterfully fuses the playful spirit and modular concept of the legendary Swatch POP line from the 80s with the aristocratic codes of high Swiss watchmaking from Audemars Piguet, reinterpreting the lines of the legendary Royal Oak in a novel pocket format of the Lépine type (crown at 12 o’clock).

The watch design is a display of aesthetic fidelity: its Bioceramic case measures 40 mm in diameter with an ultra-slim profile of 8.4 mm (increasing to around 44.2 mm x 53.2 mm when fitted into its exterior protective support). The front features the signature octagonal bezel of the Le Brassus firm together with its characteristic integrated hexagonal screws. The dial presents a striking pink color decorated with the iconic “Petite Tapisserie” texture pattern original to AP, offering extraordinary visual depth under its anti-reflective sapphire crystal. With a clean two-hand format featuring Grade A Super-LumiNova (blue emission), the watch transcends the wrist to be displayed hanging by its official calfskin lanyard with contrasting stitching. The assembled weight barely reaches about 55 grams, offering unbeatable urban lightness.

At the technical heart of this timepiece beats an exclusive manual-wind mechanical variant of the Swiss CALIBRE SISTEM51 (which includes 15 active patents). This refined movement offers an exceptional 90-hour power reserve, a visual indicator integrated directly into the mainspring barrel. Visible through the transparent case back also protected by sapphire crystal, the mechanism is crowned with a playful Pop Art print and a Nivachron (titanium alloy) anti-magnetic spiral that ensures unaltered chronometric precision in the face of magnetic fields. A milestone of pop culture and Swiss microengineering destined for the most demanding collectors.

Condition: Showroom / Impeccable
The aesthetic, cosmetic and mechanical condition of this specimen is Excellent / New Old Stock / Mint Condition:

Case and Bezel: The red Otto Rosso structure is in pristine condition. Completely free of micro-scratches, handling marks or wear. The eight screws retain their symmetry and original polished shine. Retains factory protective plastics.

Sapphire Crystals: Both the front and back crystals are 100% factory-clear, with no marks, fingerprints or scratches.

Mechanics and Accessories: The mainspring winds with absolute smoothness and keeps time with total chronometric accuracy. The original calf leather cord is intact, clean and stiff, preserving its collaboration-specific protective case, exterior box and official warranty card intact.

The Fun Fact for Collectors
For the Catawiki appraisers, the Royal Pop collection launch has caused a commercial earthquake identical to the MoonSwatch global phenomenon. The name of this particular model, “Otto Rosso” (Italian for “Eight Red”), pays homage with symbolic double resonance: it celebrates the iconic 8‑sided bezel created by Gérald Genta in 1972 and evokes the 8 screws on the AP case. Due to its potent color combination, the record-lightness of its materials, and the fact that the proceeds from this edition’s sale by Audemars Piguet go entirely to foundations safeguarding traditional watchmaking crafts endangered, this watch has instantly become a coveted investment object that guarantees a wild bidding ratio on the international market.

I wish you the best of luck with your bids and an excellent auction to all Catawiki participants!