Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore "Elephant" | Slate Gray Dial Ref. 26470ST.OO.A104CR.01 | 42mm | Stainless Steel | Full Set | Slate Gray Dial   Price: $22,850   Affectionately nicknamed "The Elephant" by the collecting community, this reference 26470ST is a masterclass in tonal sophistication and monochromatic strength. The slate gray "Méga Tapisserie" dial serves as a textured backdrop for the black sub-dials and thinned Arabic numerals, creating a cohesive, "stealth" aesthetic that is both modern and unapologetically bold. It is a timepiece for the individual who appreciates the radical heritage of the 1993 Offshore evolution but prefers a refined, versatile palette that commands a significant wrist presence without the need for high-contrast accents. Precision-engineered within the 42mm stainless steel case is the Manufacture Calibre 3126 / 3840, a sophisticated automatic movement featuring a solid 22k gold oscillating weight and a 50-hour power reserve. This second-generation Offshore is further distinguished by its black ceramic screw-locked crown and chronograph pushers, which provide a superior tactile experience and enhanced durability over earlier rubber-clad versions. Paired with its signature gray hornback alligator strap and integrated steel buckle, this "Elephant" remains a professional-grade instrument of haute horlogerie, ready for any environment.