{"title":"Gold Czapek Watches","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"czapek-place-vendome-complicite-stardust-complicite-wg-1","title":"Czapek Place Vendôme Complicité Stardust","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA FRIENDSHIP STORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design of the Place Vendôme Complicité is as much the result of a chance encounter, a coincidence (do they really exist?), as it is a technical and artistic feat. Human encounters and the sharing of ideas lie at the heart of everything that Czapek does. As a fundamental value, the Maison defends the concept of établissage – the ecosystem of specialised workshops that once defined the entire watchmaking industry; this enables it to choose the most talented, independent specialists in each of the watchmaking crafts, bringing them together – as a conductor would unite musicians in an orchestra – to create exceptional timepieces. 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Consequently, the architecture of every Czapek calibre is designed to unite the technical and aesthetic elements, serving and enhancing both in equal measure.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA KINETIC SCULPTURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe starting point for Complicité was to respect the dial layout of the original Place Vendôme model – on which the two signature sub-dials form the base of a pyramid, completed by a third sub-dial at the apex. An initial sketch was then designed: the escapements would be at 7.30 and 4.30 and the differential that connects them would be at the 12.00 position, with both escapement trains embracing the centre.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The real beauty of the idea lies in this way of expressing the double escapement, with the differential at 12 o’clock as a central element,” explains Xavier de Roquemaurel. “And by bringing the mechanism to the dial side and open-working everything, we would also have a beautiful kinetic sculpture.”\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWATCHMAKING COMPLICITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, building such a movement was easier said than done; after a fruitless search for a watchmaking partner capable of reconciling the aesthetics with the technical demands, the idea was eventually put to one side. And then, one day, a story of family and friendship brought it back to life. Paul, one of Xavier’s children, was in the same school class in Neuchâtel as the daughter of watchmaker Bernhard Lederer, and a mutual friend introduced the two fathers. 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Two sapphire bridges reveal the entire gear train on the dial side, protected by a box-style sapphire crystal glass.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDominated by distinctive, triangular bridges from which the balances are suspended, the aesthetic blends modernity with tradition, playing with the colours of different metals of various components while drawing the eye deep into the workings of the movement. Naturally, haute horlogerie finishes abound, with traditional handcrafts complemented by more contemporary decorative finishes – not only on the dial side but also on the back of the movement, where 18 inward angles have been hand-bevelled.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe crown wheel mechanism – a hidden signature of Bernhard Lederer – is integrated into the movement design as a subtle tribute to his contribution to the development of Complicité.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Czapek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47171267592363,"sku":"complicite-wg-1","price":130200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2783\/3515\/files\/5453983193.jpg?v=1780528496"},{"product_id":"czapek-quai-des-bergues-no-33","title":"Czapek Quai Des Bergues No 33 M","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLOSING THE CIRCLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the occasion of its 10th anniversary, Czapek introduces the new Quai des Bergues N° 33 in rose gold with white grand feu enamel, and N° 25 in stainless steel with the same traditional enamel. Evolved from the 33bis and 25ter, both models feature refined finishing — including sand-blasted flanks — and offer customization options such as historical ‘Fleur-de-Lys’ hands, modern arrow hands, and the possibility of adding the hidden “secret sentence.” They also make full use of the 7-day calibre, with a subdial at 4:30 indicating both power reserve and the day of the week. “These timepieces are more than commemorations,” says CEO Xavier de Roquemaurel. “They are future collectibles and pure expressions of our design philosophy.” Together, the “Sursum Corda,” N° 33 and N° 25 close the 2025 anniversary circle, inviting Czapek’s Rare People community to celebrate resilience, heritage, and enduring craftsmanship.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Quai des Bergues collection — launched in 2015 — draws its name from François Czapek’s first Geneva atelier on the Quai des Bergues, a workshop that later led to boutiques in Paris and Warsaw. The founders of modern-day Czapek immersed themselves in 19th-century archives, studying pocket-watch references such as the 1850s model 3430, which inspired the line’s earliest wristwatches. The first production model, the Quai des Bergues N° 33, reinterpreted historic codes with elongated Roman numerals, a grand feu enamel dial and the signature twin de-centred subdials for small seconds and power reserve. Its proprietary calibre was developed with Chronode. Since its debut, the Quai des Bergues line has embodied Czapek’s philosophy of seeking Beauty through a dialogue between heritage, imperfection, and contemporary refinement.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA discreet reproduction of François Czapek’s archival signature sits within the small-seconds subdial, echoing the model’s theme of visible and hidden details. The piece is powered by Czapek’s manual-wound calibre, inheriting the lineage of the first Quai des Bergues wristwatches. Its twin-barrel structure provides a 7-day power reserve — practical for weekly winding and historically linked to 19th-century habits. Inspired by pocket-watch architecture, the movement features open ratchets, symmetry, and haute horlogerie finishes such as circular graining, sand-blasted surfaces, and hand-chamfered bridges. The new 40.5 mm case, positioned between earlier sizes, offers balanced proportions and clarity, becoming the sole size for future Quai des Bergues models and strengthening the collection’s identity.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE MOVEMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SXH1 caliber is a proprietary movement designed by Czapek. It is the first in a family of movements developed specifically for Czapek watches, according to the strictest rules of the watchmaking art. It was conceived in cooperation with Le Locle based company Chronode. 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With “Sursum Corda,” the Maison returns to the essence of the Quai des Bergues: an elegant balance of purity, restraint, and the enduring pursuit of Beauty. The piece stands as both a culmination of the anniversary year and a reaffirmation of Czapek’s creative identity, where historical inspiration and modern craftsmanship meet with clarity and purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Quai des Bergues collection — launched in 2015 — draws its name from François Czapek’s first Geneva atelier on the Quai des Bergues, a workshop that later led to boutiques in Paris and Warsaw. The founders of modern-day Czapek immersed themselves in 19th-century archives, studying pocket-watch references such as the 1850s model 3430, which inspired the line’s earliest wristwatches. The first production model, the Quai des Bergues N° 33, reinterpreted historic codes with elongated Roman numerals, a grand feu enamel dial and the signature twin de-centred subdials for small seconds and power reserve. 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Often used by CEO Xavier de Roquemaurel in challenging moments, the phrase embodies resilience, optimism, and the will to persist. “It invites us to give our best even when hope seems lost — and yes, it carries a reference.” Interestingly, it was a Czapek team member, not Xavier, who suggested embedding this message within the anniversary dial, making it a shared symbol of the Maison’s collective spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA laser-engraved “10 \/ 180” on the case marks both ten years since Czapek’s revival and 180 years since its founding. A discreet reproduction of François Czapek’s original signature sits within the small-seconds subdial, echoing the model’s theme of visible and hidden details. The piece is powered by Czapek’s manual-wound calibre, inheriting the lineage of the first Quai des Bergues wristwatches. Its twin-barrel structure provides a 7-day power reserve — practical for weekly winding and historically linked to 19th-century habits. 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Two independent escapements beat at their own pace, with any rate variations balanced by a differential at 12 o’clock, all beautifully laid out on the dial side.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs always at Czapek, the creation of the Place Vendôme Complicité has been as much a human story as a technical and artistic one. As a fundamental value, Czapek defends the concept of établissage – the ecosystem of specialised workshops that once defined the entire watchmaking industry; this enables it to choose the most talented, independent specialists in each of the watchmaking crafts, bringing them together – as a conductor would unite musicians in an orchestra – to create exceptional timepieces. For Czapek, suppliers are also partners in creativity and this turned out to be decisive in Place Vendôme Complicité ever becoming a reality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe idea for the watch was born in 2018 as an evolution of Czapek’s renowned initial models, Quai des Bergues and Place Vendôme; the movement architecture of those pieces translates into a distinctive Czapek ‘face’ with sub-dials at the 7.30 and 4.30 positions on the dial.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile the technical aspect of the double escapement concept was fascinating to Czapek’s CEO Xavier de Roquemaurel – and the group of ‘rare people’ who make up the Maison’s inner circle of collectors, investors and enthusiasts – it’s a guiding principle of Czapek that the beauty of a mechanism is as important as the beauty of the habillage – the dial, hands and case. 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An initial sketch was then designed: the escapements would be at 7.30 and 4.30 and the differential that connects them would be at the 12.00 position, with both escapement trains embracing the centre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The real beauty of the idea lies in this way of expressing the double escapement, with the differential at 12 o’clock as a central element,” explains Xavier de Roquemaurel. “And by bringing the mechanism to the dial side and open-working everything, we would also have a beautiful kinetic sculpture.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, building such a movement was easier said than done; after a fruitless search for a watchmaking partner capable of reconciling the aesthetics with the technical demands, the idea was eventually put to one side. And then, one day, a story of family and friendship brought it back to life. Paul, one of Xavier’s children, was in the same school class in Neuchâtel as the daughter of watchmaker Bernhard Lederer, and a mutual friend introduced the two fathers. 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Two sapphire bridges reveal the entire gear train on the dial side, protected by a box-style sapphire crystal glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDominated by distinctive, triangular bridges from which the balances are suspended, the aesthetic blends modernity with tradition, playing with the colours of different metals of various components while drawing the eye deep into the workings of the movement. Naturally, haute horlogerie finishes abound, with traditional handcrafts complemented by more contemporary decorative finishes – not only on the dial side but also on the back of the movement, where 18 inward angles have been hand-bevelled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe crown wheel mechanism – a hidden signature of Bernhard Lederer – is integrated into the movement design as a subtle tribute to his contribution to the development of Complicité.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a backdrop to the movement, two dial colours are offered: cool tones of grey that create a subtle harmony with a white gold case for the Place Vendôme Complicité Stardust, and a bolder combination that epitomises Czapek’s more adventurous spirit: deep sapphire blue in a rose gold case for the Place Vendôme Complicité Harmony Blue. The satin-brushing of the flange and index ring contrasts with the matte grainé surface of the baseplate.\u003cbr\u003eAdding contemporary style, the hands are sword-shaped and open-worked, so as not to obstruct the view of the mechanism, and their shape is echoed by the applied hour markers. All are plated in gold to match the case material and tipped with luminescent coating to enhance legibility in low light conditions. In true Czapek style, some almost-hidden details have been added purely for aesthetic effect; for example, looking deep into the movement reveals that the post on which the hands are mounted has been open-worked to create a tiny ‘arcade des heures’ (arcade of the hours).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspired by the cases of Quai des Bergues and Place Vendôme, the case – a relatively compact and very wearable 41.8mm diameter – is a distillation of Czapek’s signature iconography, with sharper lines adding contemporary flair. The eye is caught by a dynamic tension between the flowing curves of the case sides and the crisp angles of the deep recesses on the sides of the lugs, the play of light and shadow amplified by a mix of brushed and polished surfaces. Completing the ensemble, an alligator strap that matches or closely complements the colour of each dial is fastened with a gold folding clasp.\u003cbr\u003e“Our vision at Czapek is to be at the forefront of the evolution of modern Haute Horlogerie, projecting watchmaking’s heritage into the future,” says Xavier de Roquemaurel. “The connection with the past remains fundamental but we are expressing it in new ways – with the Place Vendôme Complicité being just the latest example of this philosophy” led by precision, creativity, aesthetic, openness, and collaboration.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Czapek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47171268214955,"sku":"complicite-wg","price":142000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2783\/3515\/files\/3852729681.jpg?v=1780528525"},{"product_id":"czapek-place-vendome-complicite-harmony-blue","title":"Czapek Place Vendôme Complicité Harmony Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eCzapek \u0026amp; Cie launches Place Vendôme Complicité, a unique reinterpretation of a double escapement combination initially created in 1930 and very rare in wristwatches. 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Paul, one of Xavier’s children, was in the same school class in Neuchâtel as the daughter of watchmaker Bernhard Lederer, and a mutual friend introduced the two fathers. 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