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The case is unapologetically modern. In fairness, there are more than a few "squared" cases out there, but this case is DIFFERENT!
And if you have a look at the lugs, you will see that they are wonderfully conceived and executed in wonderful detail - but they also serve to articulate - to move with the strap! The details in the lug work along with the four securing screws on the top of the case almost give this watch a "steam-punk" feel - in a really good way!
These lugs were a revelation - even better than Hanhart's with the Primus series (which were very, very good!), and they are complemented by a strap and clasp that are beyond reproach. The strap is crocodile - but there are straps, and then there ARE STRAPS! This one is the latter. This image is actually from the UNDERSIDE of the strap - and for me, this serves to underscore the point. Look at the attention to detail - the stitching is yellow ALL THE WAY THROUGH. With Arcadia, you can see that the attention to detail. The strap is thick, and wonderfully finished. Beauty is more than skin deep - and proof positive that the concern is that the watch is perfectly finished even where you can't see it. And isn't that the real test - how you act when nobody's looking? This is a very honest, very well finished watch. The clasp is a beautifully solid - the buttons work flawlessly, the clasp is secure. And honestly - it is just really great!
The movement was flawless - the deviation averaged 5 seconds per day, and as with every chronograph I test, we had the cooking test -
Steaks, both medium and medium rare - and chips. 5 minutes for medium rare, 7.45 minutes for medium.
One of the best things about Arcadia - is that in many ways they are a reborn company. Yes, there is great history to Arcadia - but not unlike Blancpain who were awakened by Mr. Biver, I can't help but sense that Arcadia is on the verge of something very big.
So for those of you who like the specs - here you are:
One of the best things about Arcadia - is that in many ways they are a reborn company. Yes, there is great history to Arcadia - but not unlike Blancpain who were awakened by Mr. Biver, I can't help but sense that Arcadia is on the verge of something very big.
So for those of you who like the specs - here you are:
AC01-V2 Steel and Yellow
- Material: TITANIUM/STEEL 316L
- Dimensions: 42.00 x 40.00 x 14.60 mm
- Bezel & case-back: Sapphire crystal
- Strap: Porosus crocodile
- Clasp: folding, with security
- Movement: Dubois Dépraz module (base ETA 2892-A2)
Functions
- Time Display: center hours & minutes hands, small seconds hand at 3 o'clock
- Chronograph: center seconds hand, 30-minutes counter at 9 o'clock, 12-hours counter at 6 o'clock
- Date at 6 o'clock
- Time zone: 24-hours index at 12 o'clock
- Winding: automatic, two-way
- Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour
- Power-Reserve: 40-44 hours
- Case Diameter: 26.20 mm
- Thickness: 6.80 mm
- 1 pusher: GMT time-zone setting
- 55 jewels (21+34)
Currently, Arcadia can be purchased at retail partners in Switzerland and the UK - but judging from the number of emails I've received regarding the Arcadia Contemporary - you may well be seeing them in North America and beyond in the coming months.
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