CELESTIAL ELEGANCE IN 38.5mm
The Antarctique S Frozen Meteor presents the beauty of genuine Gibeon meteorite in a refined 38.5mm case. Each dial displays its own naturally formed Widmanstätten pattern beneath a delicate light blue finish that changes with the light. Limited to only 25 pieces, every watch is a singular expression of a material shaped far beyond Earth.
COMPACT PROPORTIONS, FULL CZAPEK CHARACTER
Inside the Antarctique S Frozen Meteor beats Czapek's in-house Calibre SXH5, visible through the sapphire caseback with its distinctive recycled platinum micro-rotor and open architecture. Paired with the new V2 integrated bracelet, the 38.5mm case delivers the same mechanical sophistication and contemporary elegance in a more compact format. Production is limited to just 25 pieces.
THE BEAUTY OF NATURAL GEOMETRY
Every Antarctique S Frozen Meteor begins with a slice of ancient Gibeon meteorite, whose crystalline structure can never be duplicated. Enhanced by a subtle denim-blue lacquer, the dial reveals remarkable depth while preserving the individuality of the material. The result is a watch that combines contemporary design with a truly unique natural canvas.
THE 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.
EVERY DETAIL COUNTS
In fine watchmaking, every little detail counts. Besides the exceptional SHX5 movement and the sleek and sharp design of the case or the dial, a great deal of attention was put on the bracelet. The feeling when placed on the wrist, the comfort in every situation and lightness are as important as the timepiece visual and technical qualities. The capability to be forgotten by its wearer and to suddenly reveal its stunning beauty create an intensely pleasurable dichotomy. This is why the Antarctique collection is equipped by an ergonomic brushed integrated bracelet, whose links mesh to form a highly polished "C" for Czapek.
But there’s more, this bracelet will also feature a micro-adjustment system mid-2024. An additional strap is provided, as Czapek has developed an exclusive quick-change system allowing the wearer to switch from one strap to another in a minute. A large choice of straps is now offered to provide a maximum versatility and playful experience. Four rubber straps whose pattern recalls the "Stairway to Eternity" design on the Passage de Drake dial are available in either black, white, dark blue or dark grey. A selection of soft calf straps with contrasting topstitches can be also order on demand.
