The Czapek Antarctique Titanium ‘Dark Sector” - Where Mechanical Precision Meets Minimalist Beauty
Every exceptional timepiece is governed by two core principles: mechanical mastery and aesthetic allure. With the Antarctique Titanium ‘Dark Sector’, Czapek achieves an extraordinary harmony between these ideals. Powered by the robust SHX5 automatic movement, this latest release offers a refined interpretation of modern horology—where performance and elegance coexist seamlessly.
At the heart of this watch lies its meticulously balanced dial design. Set against a smooth anthracite backdrop, a discreet minute track borders the dial’s edge. Inside, two rows of gently curved, parallel segments guide the eye, their rhythm only interrupted at the hour markers. The sword-shaped hour hand navigates these openings like a vessel approaching port, while the minute and second hands glide with fluid precision, momentarily completing the design as they pass.
Crafted in brushed titanium, the case and integrated bracelet exude contemporary sophistication. The signature crown protector adds a sensual curve to the otherwise architectural silhouette. This tonal harmony continues across the watch, expressed in a sleek monochrome palette that’s subtly punctuated by a red dot at 12 o’clock and a crimson tip on the second hand—delicate details that enhance the overall visual intrigue.
The Czapek Antarctique Titanium ‘Dark Sector’ is a statement in restrained luxury—where technical ingenuity meets striking design.
Functions
Hours, minutes and 60 seconds flying tourbillon
Movement
The SXH5.01 automatic caliber is the first to be entirely conceived in-house by Czapek from a blank page. Every part of it has been made with care to detail and with the help of the top Swiss manufacturing partners and craftsmen, la crème de la crème, the magnificent orchestra directed by Czapek in the We Collect Rare People spirit. The microrotor, is placed off-center to allow a plunging view into the mechanism and its exceptional architecture. A free-sprung balance wheel with variable inertia provided by four gold adjustable weights enables the highest level of precision tuning. The gear train is held in place by a series of seven handsome skeletonized bridges. Their original shape is reminiscent of lace, inspired on one side by XIX century pocket watches, and by the very modern Czapek Faubourg de Cracovie chronograph’s rotor. The movement has superlative finishing on the bridges that merges ‘haute horlogerie’ angling techniques with state-ot-the-art laser engravings
Movement specifications
Calibre SXH5: Czapek's in house self-winding mechanical movement
Total diameter: 30 mm – 13 lines ¼
Height: 4.2 mm
Jewels: 28
No. of parts: 193
Swiss lever escapement, variable-inertia balance fitted with four gold inertia-blocks
Frequency: 4 Hz – 28800 VpH
Power winding system: Micro-rotor with a recycled platinum mass
Power reserve: 60 hours on one single barrel
Barrel torque: 8.8 Nmm
Finishing
Open ratchets, sandblasted black bridges, bevelling, straight-grained sides, six hand chamfered inward angles
Case specifications
Diameter: 40.5 mm titanium case
Height: 10.6 mm
Glass: Sapphire crystal glass-box with anti-reflective treatment
Case back: Sapphire case back with anti-reflective treatment on the inner side
Water resistance: 120 mm
Screwed-down crown
Watch weight: 95g
Dial specifications
Anthracite grey brass dial with velouté finish and exclusive registered segments design
Color: Anthracite grey
Luminescent, steel “Sword” hands
Bracelet
Integrated brushed titanium bracelet with Czapek exclusive “Easy Release” system and micro-adjustment device
Additional calf leather or rubber strap
