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Experimental: ARC II — Bonehead
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It's Lume, But Not Like You've Seen It Before...
Introducing the Bonehead, named after the marrow-esque pattern of the dial...
The Experimental Collection Concept
Sometimes we have some pretty crazy ideas that take a long time to bring to life. We've decided to pursue these ambitious projects under the "Experimental" heading, because, truth be told, we're not entirely sure what we're going to discover in the process...
Everything in the Arcanaut Experimental Collection is produced in very small batches. For our inaugural Experimental releases, we've decided to make 33 pieces of both models. This enables us to plan our production timeline more efficiently and free up more time for creativity.
The Bonehead
The Bonehead concept is one of our premier novelties for 2024. This and the Tiger Sh'Arc series are completely original, but take the Arcanaut mantra of discovery in different directions.
For the Bonehead, we wanted to discover what would happen when we unleashed the Badger with a series of specially created electric blue-lume discs, a batch of aerospace-grade aluminium foam, and a big tub of industrial resin.
The result was so exciting that the first time James ran into Rob and Anders with a prototype in his possession, he dragged them both into the nearest men's room, locked the door, cut the lights, and presented his piece. Cue a chorus of adoring coos, showering the glowing disc with glory. Needless to say, passers-by were...perturbed.
The case is unique amongst Arcanauts in that it has received a special "framing" finish, that shows off the outlines of our recognisable ARC II case silhouette.
Our Experimental watches for 2024 are powered by Swiss-made automatic movements by Soprod, which are regulated in-house by our watchmakers in Copenhagen.
Questions: Contact Rob (rob@arcanaut.dk) with any queries.
Deliveries are expected to commence by the end of November 2024
Description
Case
316L stainless steel case, CNC milled north of Copenhagen with tolerances down to a micron (a thousandth of a millimetre or about the same size as a bacteria). The case has received our new "skeleton framing" decoration, with matte micro-blasted recesses. As with all our watches, the case features our signature "Pentablock" 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.
Hands
Laser-cut micro-welded, blue-PVD-coated steel hands, made in the southern part of Denmark and coated in Switzerland.
Caseback
We're trying something new with the Tiger Sh'Arc and Bonehead models: luminous "Glowpatch" designs, deeply laser-engraved designs filled with high-performance liquid lume, which is hand-applied by RC Tritec in Switzerland. The medallion is fitted with an o-ring and sits beneath a gasketed flat sapphire crystal, which ensures water resistance and the longevity of the lume.
Hands
Laser-cut micro-welded light blue PVD steel hands, made in the southern part of Denmark and coated in Switzerland.
Delivery
The fulfillment of existing orders will begin by the end of November, with all pieces expected to have shipped by the end of the year.
Technical information
Name: Arcanaut Arc II — Bonehead
Assembly: Regulated and assembled in Copenhagen Denmark
Diameter: 40.52 mm width, 12.82 mm thick (including crystal), and 49.06 lug-to-lug
Case: Micro-blasted and hand-polished stainless steel case with “skeleton framing”, machined and finished in Denmark
Water resistance: 100 m
Dial: Solid lume disc topped with resin-filled Aerospace grade aluminium foam, made by James Thompson in Gothenburg, Sweden
Hands: Laser-cut and blue-PVD-coated steel hands, made in Denmark and coated in Switzerland
Movement: Swiss automatic Soprod M100 (closed GlowPatch caseback with Bonehead motif)
Functions: Time only
Power reserve: 42 hours
Limitation: Thirty-three pieces, numbered
Price: €4,750 Excl. VAT, Incl. Delivery.
Early Bird Deposit: $475 (10%)
FAQ
Do you ship wordwide?
Yes.
When will I be able to select my serial number?
All 33 Bonehead pieces will be numbered. You will be able to choose a number when you pay the final amount on the watch, before delivery. You will be able to apply for three numbers, and you’ll get priority in terms of when you made your reservation, meaning the first people who put down the 10% pre-order deposit have first priority on numbers.
When will I see actual photos of the watch?
Real life photos will be available by the end of October 2024.
How do I get a refund if I don’t like what I see?
You can get a full refund on your deposit at anytime between now and delivery, by writing us an email at rob@arcanaut.dk or info@arcanaut.dk. Please be advised that it can take up to 10–12 business days for the money to arrive in your account.
How far are you in the process of making this watch?
Prototypes are finished and final assembly will begin by the end of October 2024. Payment links will soon be delivered to backers.
When can I expect the watch to ship?
Existing orders will begin shipping at the end of November, 2024, and are slated to conclude by the end of the year.
Do you want feedback from me and others on the concept and, if so, how is that going to work?
Yes, please feel free to give us your opinion and feedback as we go along, both when it comes to the concept and design, but also what you think about this process concept as a whole. We love feedback and it only helps us create an even better product in the end. Please feel free to send feedback directly to either rob@arcanaut.dk or Chief Designer, Anders Brandt at anders@arcanaut.dk.
How will my watch be delivered?
Your watch will be shipping in an Arcanaut presentation box along with a strap change tool. If you order additional straps, these will be shipped within the box.
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, local 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, or through our US retailer, Collective Horology.
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Technical information
40.52 mm
Micro-blasted 316L stainless steel case with "framing" case engraving
100 m (10 ATM)
Laser-cut PVD-blued stainless steel
Soprod M100 — Swiss automatic movement
42 hours
A solid disc of Badgerite lume, topped with resin-filled aerospace-grade aluminium foam
Limited to 33 pieces
Super ergonomic rubber strap
Badgerite — based on Super-LumiNova®
We believe in community-driven horology. From sketches to the final masterpiece, be a key player in the creation of our newest models: the enigmatic Bonehead and the powerful Tiger Sh'Arc.
The dial, a marvel of Black Badger Magic, features a solid disc of Badgerite lume topped with a resin and aerospace-grade aluminium foam — a material blend producing an unprecedented lume effect reminiscent of a bone's cross-section, hence the name “Bonehead”.
The Bonehead reimagines our traditional aesthetics with its new "skeleton framing" decoration. The case's architecture, a symphony of raised and polished edges surrounding mattified steel, showcases the ergonomic shape of the ARC II like never before.
There will be only 33 Bonehead pieces made, priced at USD 4,750 excluding taxes but including shipping.
We believe in community-driven horology. From sketches to the final masterpiece, be a key player in the creation of our newest models: the enigmatic Bonehead and the powerful Tiger Sh'Arc.
The dial, a marvel of Black Badger Magic, features a solid disc of Badgerite lume topped with a resin and aerospace-grade aluminium foam — a material blend producing an unprecedented lume effect reminiscent of a bone's cross-section, hence the name “Bonehead”.
The Bonehead reimagines our traditional aesthetics with its new "skeleton framing" decoration. The case's architecture, a symphony of raised and polished edges surrounding mattified steel, showcases the ergonomic shape of the ARC II like never before.
There will be only 33 Bonehead pieces made, priced at USD 4,750 excluding taxes but including shipping.
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