Royal Oak Offshore Ruben Barrichello Black JF A7750 On Sale
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DESCRIPTION: From the J12 Factory?
CASE: Stainless Steel
MOVEMENT: Asian 7750 Chronograph Movement, 28800bph
DIMENSIONS: 44mm x 16mm
CRYSTAL: Scratch-proof Sapphire Crystal with AR Coating
STRAP / BRACELET: Leather
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