Black sub-dials are the detail to note on this plain-steel AP Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph super clone, reference 26470ST, built around the familiar octagonal case. Built around the 26470ST reference, this replica Royal-Oak-Offshore 26470ST black puts the Offshore chronograph in its most accessible material configuration. The 26470ST uses stainless steel throughout with a steel bezel, skipping ceramic and precious metals entirely. At 42mm the case stays more compact than the 44mm Offshore chronographs, but the all-steel construction gives it a heft and shine that ceramic and titanium cannot replicate. Audemars Piguet positioned the 26470ST as the gateway Offshore chronograph, and its black subdials against a lighter grey dial create readable contrast under any lighting condition.

Build Details

• Case diameter: 42mm
• Case material: stainless steel
• Bezel: stainless steel, octagonal, hex screws
• Dial: grey-black with black subdials
• Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating
• Bracelet: integrated steel bracelet with folding clasp (as photographed)
• Movement: clone Cal. 3126/3840, automatic chronograph with date
• Power reserve: about 48 hours (genuine Cal. 3126/3840: 50 hours)
• Functions: chronograph, date, small seconds
• Water resistance: 100 m (not for swimming)

The integrated steel bracelet carries the brushed and polished finishing of the case all the way to the clasp and keeps the watch sporty on the wrist.

What Collectors Notice

The 26470ST occupies a specific place in Offshore history as one of the more widely produced steel chronograph references. Its black subdials sit recessed within the Mega Tapisserie main dial, creating a layered visual that flat dials cannot achieve. The chronograph pushers have a rectangular profile with rubber inserts for grip, and the crown at 3 o’clock features AP’s signature octagonal crown guard. Steel Offshore chronographs develop a patina of hairline scratches over time that some collectors prefer to the pristine surface of ceramic alternatives. See the full range of options in the Offshore catalog. For a material upgrade using the same chronograph layout, consider the 26405CE in Forest Green ceramic.

This vs Other Versions

Compared to the ceramic 26405CE or the titanium 26568IM, the steel 26470ST offers the most traditional Offshore experience. Steel is heavier than both alternatives, which translates to a substantial wrist feel that some buyers actively seek. The steel bracelet gives it more presence than the rubber straps fitted to most other Offshore references. This replica Royal-Oak-Offshore 26470ST black delivers the classic steel Offshore chronograph package without any material experiments.

Other versions of this model in stock: Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470ST, Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470ST (26470ST.OO.A101CR.01), Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470ST (26470ST.OO.A801CR.01), Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470ST panda dial.