Czapek

Two Suns Rising: The Czapek Quai Des Bergues 40.5mm

Geneva-based watchmaker Czapek this fall introduced its latest Quai des Bergues model in a 40.5mm steel case, with a newly developed hand-guilloché pattern executed in a blue or black dial. The slightly smaller steel case retains all of the stylistic signatures of the Quai des Bergues case – with a slight refinement of the case-side...

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Dec 7, 2023 by WatchTime

Sponsored: Swiss Utility, Urban Adventure— The Victorinox Journey 1884 Automatic

Since its inception in 1884, Swiss watchmaker Victorinox has epitomized utilitarian excellence, most notably with the creation of its iconic Swiss Army Knife. Steeped in history and renowned for its commitment to no-nonsense functionality, since entering into horology in 1989 Victorinox has seamlessly transitioned its expertise in tool manufacturing to the world of watches, today...

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Dec 8, 2023 by WatchTime

Showing at WatchTime New York 2023: Czapek Place Vendôme Complicité

Get ready for a horological journey like no other at WatchTime New York 2023! Set against the backdrop of Manhattan’s Gotham Hall on October 20th to 22nd, this three-day celebration of timepieces will immerse you in the world of watchmaking excellence— offering brand presentations, enlightening industry panel discussions, and plenty of hands-on encounters with some...

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Sep 23, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

WatchTime New York 2023 Tickets on Sale Now

Following what was one of WatchTime New York’s biggest shows to-date in 2022, the esteemed collector’s event returns to Manhattan once again this year from October 20th to 22nd. WatchTime New York 2023 will bring together many of the world’s most impressive watchmakers and timepieces alongside countless enthusiasts, collectors, and industry experts. The multi-day event...

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Jun 16, 2023 by WatchTime

Sponsored: A Durable Style – Meet the Victorinox I.N.O.X. Chrono

Since its founding in 1884, Victorinox has been a steady champion of utility-driven style. From its now-iconic Swiss Army Knife, the brand has garnered a wide renown for reliable functionality in its products, with its modern collection of timepieces carrying that legacy forward. In the brand’s latest, the new I.N.O.X. Chrono, we see a continuation...

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Dec 1, 2023 by WatchTime

Green Rambles: When Is Enough, Enough?

At least several times a month, I receive a press release of a new brand in my email box. While I applaud entrepreneurship, it still amazes me that there is a market for all these brands. Or perhaps differently phrased, that the founders think there is a market for these watches. While I don’t believe...

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Jun 12, 2023 by Martin Green

Shades of Gray: Czapek Adds to the Antarctique Collection

The Antarctique collection from Swiss independent luxury brand Czapek is comprised of sporty luxury watches with integrated metal bracelets, a characteristic style of the 70s. The latest edition introduced at this year’s Watches and Wonders is the Antarctique Titanium Dark Sector, a watch that lives up to its name with a decidedly cool appeal. The...

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May 1, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Hands-On: Czapek Antarctique P.04 “Lanikai” Watch For Collective Horology

Just released by Czapek & Cie in collaboration with Collective Horology is the new Antarctique P.04 “Lanikai” and it may just be the most beautiful version of this integrated bracelet sport watch yet. Collective Horology is the California-based operation run by Asher Raskin and Gabe Reilly who have done some excellent collaborations in the past...

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Apr 18, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Czapek Is Reaching for the Stars With Faubourg de Cracovie Chronograph Featuring Aventurine Dial

One of the highlights of WatchTime’s recent show in New York was certainly the Czapek Faubourg de Cracovie Chronograph with its stunning aventurine dial. Aventurine is a glass-like material that can be made in different hues. Czapek opted for a deep blue color, and the glittering inclusions show a stunning play of light that give...

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Dec 14, 2022 by Martin Green

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: Czapek Quai des Bergues Emerald Green L

WatchTime New York 2022 is only a few weeks away, with the iconic event making its seventh annual return to Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall on October 21-23. The three-day event is dedicated to showcasing some of the top timepieces of the year and giving guests the opportunity to converse with industry professionals. Over the course of...

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Oct 4, 2022 by WatchTime

Color Meets Detail: Czapek Expands Antarctique Passage de Drake Collection

Czapek introduces two new colorways to its Antarctique Passage de Drake collection. Both the Passage de Drake Salmon and Glacier Blue dials feature the brand’s “Stairway to Eternity” pattern. This filigree trapezoid motif which is stamped onto the watch faces’ surfaces serves as a beautiful backdrop for the luminescent Lance-shaped hands and hour indices. While the salmon color...

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Feb 12, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Showing at WatchTime New York 2021: Czapek Antarctique Rattrapante

WatchTime New York kicking off this coming Friday, October 22, is often one of the best events in the world to see some of the rarest new watches available, and this year is shaping up to be no different. For example, avant-garde Swiss watchmaker Czapek will be showcasing its now sold-out Antarctique Rattrapante, making the...

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Oct 16, 2021 by WatchTime

Split Seconds on Display: The Czapek Antarctique Rattrapante

The Geneva Watch Days event is in full force, and avant-garde Swiss watchmaker Czapek is among the brands unveiling its newest timepieces there for Fall 2021. Headlining this year’s collection is the new Antarctique Rattrapante, notably Czapek’s first skeletonized split-seconds chronograph. The watch follows up the Antarctique Rattrapante “Sunrise” edition, introduced earlier this year as...

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Aug 31, 2021 by Caleb Anderson

Icy Hot: Inside Czapek’s Limited-Edition (and Sold-Out) Antarctique Collection

Integrated-bracelet steel sports watch designs are becoming increasingly popular, and the latest brand to capitalize upon the trend is Geneva-based independent watchmaker Czapek & Cie. Later this year, the Swiss manufacture launches its latest limited-edition sport-luxury collection, dubbed the Antarctique, so named for the harsh and beautiful continent that inspired it — and, according to...

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Jul 8, 2020 by Caleb Anderson

NEWS

Shrinking Midnight: Czapek Releases Quai des Bergues Midnight in Geneva S

Last year, Czapek & Cie. celebrated the opening of its first boutique in Geneva with the limited-edition Quai des Bergues "Midnight in Geneva" with a deep-blue, star-dappled aventurine dial. This year, for those looking for a more understated option its 42.5-mm dimensions, Czapek has announced a new version in a more unisex-friendly 38-mm case.

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Feb 19, 2020 by Mark Bernardo

2019: THE WATCH YEAR IN REVIEW

Eight GMT and Dual Time Watches That Wowed Us in 2019

As we approach the end of 2019 and prepare for 2020 — surely destined to be another interesting year in the world of watches — we take a look back at some of the most noteworthy timepieces that came out this year, in various popular categories. Today, we look at 10 watches equipped with GMT...

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Dec 27, 2019 by Mark Bernardo

COUNTDOWN TO WTNY

8 Impressive Tourbillon Watches You’ll See at WatchTime New York 2019

WatchTime New York 2019 is just days away on October 25-26, and this year we’ll be showing a host of amazing watches from the 37 participating brands. One category that always generates a tremendous amount of excitement is timepieces with tourbillon movements. Tourbillons, famous for their rotating cages, difficulty of production, and commanding prices, are...

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Oct 23, 2019 by Caleb Anderson

COUNTDOWN TO WTNY

Showing at WatchTime New York 2019: Czapek Place Vendôme Ombres

Czapek is a crowdfunding-supported brand named for François Czapek, a 19th-century Polish watchmaker who opened what is believed to be the first high-end watch boutique on France’s Place Vendôme. The Place Vendôme collection pays tribute to that history, and the newest addition to the series, the Place Vendôme Ombres, will be among the brand's highlight timepieces at the annual WatchTime New York collectors' event in October.

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Jul 22, 2019 by Mark Bernardo

EVENTS:

Announcing the 36 Presenting Watch Brands at WatchTime New York 2019

Happy Fourth of July! We hope everyone out there is having a fun and safe start to the holiday weekend. To commemorate Independence Day, we’re happy to announce a majority of the watch brands that will be presenting at this year’s WatchTime New York show. Over the past five years, the two-day WatchTime New York...

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Jul 4, 2019 by WatchTime

COUNTDOWN TO WTLA:

An In-Depth Look at Czapek’s 2019 Releases

This past March at Baselworld 2019, Czapek & Cie. released a number new watches, and, soon on May 3 and 4, the updated collections will be shown for the first time in the U.S. at WatchTime Los Angeles. In the seven years since the brand made its modern debut, Czapek has steadily expanded its collections in the...

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Apr 19, 2019 by Caleb Anderson

EVENTS:

WatchTime Los Angeles 2019: Introducing the Brands, Part 3

As we previously announced, WatchTime is bringing the WatchTime New York event concept to the West Coast on May 3 – 4, 2019. We’ll be taking over the Hudson Loft space in Downtown Los Angeles — just minutes from Staples Center — for two days to bring you the best in luxury timepieces. For those who...

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Mar 15, 2019 by WatchTime

The 10 GPHG-Nominated Brands You’ll See at WatchTime New York 2018

Frequently described as “The Oscars of Watchmaking,” the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) is the most coveted prize in the world of horology. Although the winners in each of the 12 categories won’t be announced until Friday, Nov. 9, we’ll have a number of this year’s nominees on view this weekend at WatchTime New York....

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Oct 25, 2018 by Logan R. Baker

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