The Watches and Wonders 2026 exhibition hasn't officially begun, but the news is already coming in!
Fans of Czapek and the popular Antarctique collection will appreciate today's update. Additionally, the new models are sure to attract the attention of new collectors. The main highlight is titanium, which the brand has used in three models of the Antarctique collection.
History and Significance of the Antarctique Collection
Since its debut in 2020, the Antarctique collection has firmly established itself among watches with integrated bracelets. Elegant design, independent ownership, and a constantly updated range have allowed the model to remain relevant. In 2023, Czapek released a titanium version of the Dark Sector with a gray dial. Today's novelty continues this theme, adding a shade of Cosmic Blue. Additionally, two more models have been added to the lineup.
Czapek Antarctique Titanium Dark Sector Cosmic Blue
The first new model is the Dark Sector with a Cosmic Blue dial and velouté finish. The case is made of grade 5 titanium and is available in two sizes: 38.5 × 42.8 mm and 40.5 × 44.5 mm. The case thickness is 10.6 mm, and the water resistance is 12 atm. As in the 2023 model, the dial consists of two concentric rings with 12 segments inspired by the bridges of the automatic movement.
Inside the case is the SXH5 caliber with a micro-rotor, operating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour and providing a power reserve of 60 hours. The movement is decorated with dark, sandblasted plates and bridges, polished bevels, and a massive platinum rotor.
Along with the titanium bracelet, a blue rubber strap matching the dial is included. Czapek plans to release 25 pieces of the larger version and 10 of the smaller. The recommended price is 32,000 Swiss francs.
Czapek Antarctique Révélation Titanium Cosmic Blue
The second new model is the Révélation, also made of grade 5 titanium with a Cosmic Blue dial. It is available in diameters of 40.5 mm and 38.5 mm, supplied with both a bracelet and a blue rubber strap. A distinctive feature of this model is the fully skeletonized dial offering a top view of the stop-seconds mechanism and anchor escapement. Despite the complex construction, the watch has a water resistance of 12 atm.
The SXH7 caliber is built on the SXH5 base and has similar characteristics but is complemented by a small seconds register. The annual production is limited to 50 pieces of the larger version and 25 of the smaller. The price is slightly higher at 42,000 Swiss francs.
Czapek Antarctique Tourbillon Titanium Cosmic Blue
The third new model is the Tourbillon version in Cosmic Blue, presented last year. The 40.5 mm case is made of titanium. The dial is adorned with a bright blue hand-guilloché. Noteworthy are the characteristic bridges on the dial: one crosses it, another is suspended above the mainspring barrel. The tourbillon is visible in the lower part of the dial. The model is designed for daily wear and features a water resistance of 5 atm.
The watch is equipped with an automatic caliber 9 with a power reserve of 100 hours and a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour. A distinctive feature is the 5N gold rotor, hand-engraved by independent master Michel R. The production is limited to 25 pieces, priced at 67,000 Swiss francs.
Final Remarks
With the latest releases, Czapek is following two current trends in watchmaking. Titanium cases are now at the peak of popularity, and blue remains one of the most sought-after colors in design. Despite the limited release, the models are sure to find their admirers. It will be interesting to hear your opinion about the new watches and how well they meet collectors' expectations.
