ARC II — D'Arc Matter Badger Blue
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Introducing the Arcanaut Arc II — D'Arc Matter Badger Blue.
By feeding Scandinavian slate through an industrial coffee grinder and mixing the resulting powder with an ultra-clear UV-resistant binding agent, James Thompson, AKA The Black Badger, was able to create the D'Arc Matter composite material first seen in Arcanaut's 2021 D'Arc Matter Limited Edition release.
Now, that same material returns with our new stainless steel "Grand Paw" handset (laser-cut and hand-finished in Denmark), and colourful, 3D Lumicast elements, developed by our Swiss partners RC Tritec.
Housed in a 316L stainless steel case CNC-milled and assembled in Copenhagen, the Arcanaut Arc II — D'Arc Matter Badger Blue has a matte micro bead blasted finish, with brushed and hand-polished highlights applied in-house by our Danish watchmakers. The case features Arcanaut's signature "Pentablock" crown, the shape of which follows the form of the Arc case perfectly.
Powered by the Swiss-made automatic Soprod M100, the Arcanaut Arc II — D'Arc Matter Badger Blue has an operating frequency of 28,800vph and a power reserve of 42 hours.
The D’Arc Matter Badger Blue will only be produced in small annual batches and is available from Arcanaut directly and the brand's trusted retail partners.
All of our watches in the Composites collection are powered by Swiss-made automatic movements by Soprod, which are regulated in-house by our watchmakers in Copenhagen.
Estimated Dispatch 8–10 Weeks.
Delivery
Estimated dispatch 8–10 Weeks.
Description
The D'Arc Knight Rises
When James Thompson, AKA The Black Badger, first encountered the crumbling masonry of a beautiful fountain he walked past every day on his way to work, he never imagined it would eventually inspire the creation of D'Arc Matter, a material that alerted the watch media worldwide to Arcanaut's arrival...
What is D'Arc Matter?
D’Arc Matter is an entirely new composite material made for the Arc II, developed by feeding Swedish slate stone through an industrial coffee grinder and then casting it with a UV-resistant binding agent under high pressure in a vacuum chamber. The result is a stone surface with a dark matte mottled finish that limits reflection on the dial and enhances the distinct look of the Arc II.
Case
316L stainless steel case, CNC milled north of Copenhagen with tolerances down to a micron. The case has a matte micro bead blasted finish, with hand-polished highlights applied by our Danish watchmakers. As with all our watches, the case features our signature "Pentablock" crown, which is shaped to follow the form of the case perfectly.
Hands
Our laser-cut micro-welded steel hands are made and hand-finished in Denmark and topped with Lumicast tips.
Straps
There are eight strap colours available for the Arc II case. You'll have a chance to choose your preferred colour after payment and before delivery (we'll contact you). Our strap types are Axe Red, Void Blue, Fett Green, Rex Brown, Kakarot Orange, Bondi Blue, Replicant White, Mellow Yellow, and Black (just black).
Technical information
Name: Arcanaut ARC II — D'Arc Matter Colours Collection
Dimensions: 40.52 mm width (excluding crown), 12.82 mm thick (including crystal), and 49.06 lug-to-lug
Case: Micro-blasted 316L stainless steel case with brushed, and hand-polished highlights
Water resistance: 100 m
Dial: D'Arc Matter slate stone composite
Hands: Laser-cut stainless steel
Movement: Soprod M100 — Swiss-made automatic
Functions: Time only
Power reserve: 42 hours
Operating frequency: 28,800vph
Limitation: 25 pieces per year
FAQ
Do you ship wordwide?
Yes.
How will my watch be delivered?
Your watch will be shipped in an Arcanaut presentation box along with a strap change tool. If you order additional straps, these will be shipped at the same time.
What is the total price of the watch delivered?
The total price will vary based on your location. While shipping is included in the retail price, taxes are not. Check with your local tax authority to receive an accurate landed estimate before buying for total peace of mind.
Where can I buy Arcanaut watches?
You can buy Arcanaut watches either here on the official website, through our US retailer, Collective Horology, or via our partners in Stockholm, INDP watches.
Why can’t I buy the Clocktopus signet ring I saw on social media?
The Clocktopus signet ring was originally intended for Arcanaut team members and behind-the-scenes collaborators, but we wanted to show how much we value and appreciate the early adopters in our community. If you’d like to secure your own ring, keep an eye on www.arcanaut.watch and our SoMe channels for news on upcoming releases for which the ring might return…
D'Arc Matter Colours collection
D'Arc Matter
Developed by feeding Scandinavian slate stone through an industrial coffee grinder
Technical information
40.52 mm (excluding crown)
Micro-blasted 316L stainless steel case with brushed, and hand-polished highlights
100 m (10 ATM)
Laser-cut stainless steel
Soprod A10 — Swiss automatic movement
42 hours
D'Arc Matter — slate stone composite material
25 pieces produced per year
Super ergonomic rubber strap
316L stainless steel case, CNC milled
Domed sapphire antireflective coating
Badgerite – based on Super-LumiNova®
When James Thompson, AKA The Black Badger, first encountered the crumbling masonry of a beautiful fountain he walked past every day on his way to work, he never imagined it would eventually inspire the creation of D'Arc Matter, a material that alerted the watch media worldwide to Arcanaut's arrival...
D’Arc Matter is an entirely new composite material made for the ARC II, developed by feeding Scandinavian slate stone through an industrial coffee grinder and then casting it under high pressure in a vacuum chamber. The result is a stone surface with a dark matte finish that limits reflection on the dial and enhances the distinct look of the ARC II.
The D’Arc Matter Colors Collection is the successor to the original D’Arc Matter limited edition launched by Arcanaut in 2021.
Here, the original material is used as before but decorated with a brightly colored luminous material, picked out by the color-matched tips of the new “Grand Paw” handset.
316L stainless steel case, CNC milled north of Copenhagen with tolerances down to a micron (a thousandth of a millimeter or about the same size as a bacteria). The case has a matte micro bead blasted finish, with hand-polished highlights done by watchmaker Claus Valentin in Copenhagen. As with all our watches, the case features our signature square crown, which is shaped to follow the form of the case perfectly.
As with the case, the crown is CNC milled with a tolerance down to a micron to make it fit perfectly into the side of the case.
Laser-cut micro-welded steel hands, made and hand-finished in Denmark. The hands feature a light matte micro-blasted finish, adding to the sleek, stealthy, and sophisticated appearance of the D'Arc Matter Collection models.
When James Thompson, AKA The Black Badger, first encountered the crumbling masonry of a beautiful fountain he walked past every day on his way to work, he never imagined it would eventually inspire the creation of D'Arc Matter, a material that alerted the watch media worldwide to Arcanaut's arrival...
D’Arc Matter is an entirely new composite material made for the ARC II, developed by feeding Scandinavian slate stone through an industrial coffee grinder and then casting it under high pressure in a vacuum chamber. The result is a stone surface with a dark matte finish that limits reflection on the dial and enhances the distinct look of the ARC II.
The D’Arc Matter Colors Collection is the successor to the original D’Arc Matter limited edition launched by Arcanaut in 2021.
Here, the original material is used as before but decorated with a brightly colored luminous material, picked out by the color-matched tips of the new “Grand Paw” handset.
316L stainless steel case, CNC milled north of Copenhagen with tolerances down to a micron (a thousandth of a millimeter or about the same size as a bacteria). The case has a matte micro bead blasted finish, with hand-polished highlights done by watchmaker Claus Valentin in Copenhagen. As with all our watches, the case features our signature square crown, which is shaped to follow the form of the case perfectly.
As with the case, the crown is CNC milled with a tolerance down to a micron to make it fit perfectly into the side of the case.
Laser-cut micro-welded steel hands, made and hand-finished in Denmark. The hands feature a light matte micro-blasted finish, adding to the sleek, stealthy, and sophisticated appearance of the D'Arc Matter Collection models.
THE STORY OF D’ARC MATTER
Huddled around a table in a basement just a stone’s throw from the dead centre of Copenhagen, the men behind Arcanaut watches furtively discuss their next move. They are well aware that the brand h...
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