About Hardwell’s watch collection
Hardwell, born Robbert van de Corput, is a Dutch DJ and record producer who rose to global prominence in the early 2010s with his high-energy big room house sound. He held the number-one spot on DJ Mag's Top 100 DJs list in 2013 and 2014, a milestone that cemented his place among the most recognisable names in electronic dance music. Beyond the rankings, Hardwell has built a career on relentless touring, a dedicated fanbase, and a string of releases on his own Revealed Recordings label, which has become one of the more influential imprints in the EDM space.
The Hardwell watch collection, as spotted by photographers and fans at events, points to a preference for well-established luxury Swiss watchmaking. Hardwell has been photographed wearing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak ref. 26320ST.OO.1220ST.01, the 41mm stainless steel sports model that sits at the core of the Royal Oak range. Carrying a UK retail price in the region of £14,000, the piece represents the kind of recognisable yet considered choice that tends to appeal to musicians who spend a significant amount of time on stage and in public settings where a watch is genuinely visible.
The Royal Oak reference Hardwell has been seen wearing is part of Audemars Piguet's broader push to modernise the original 1972 Gerald Genta design with a larger case and updated movement, making it a current production piece rather than a vintage or limited collectible. For a performer whose brand is built around precision and energy, a sports-oriented luxury watch built around mechanical accuracy is a fitting choice. Whether his collection extends further remains to be confirmed through additional sightings.