Arc II – Fordite "Leviathan Cut"

Arcanaut is an independent Danish watchmaking studio redefining contemporary horology through material experimentation.

We explore unconventional materials, methods and designs, developing new dial-making techniques, crafting each dial by hand in small batches.

Every watch is assembled in our Copenhagen workshop, with a significant share of components produced locally across Denmark and Sweden.

Our watches are defined by bold, expressive dials, distinctive Nordic case design, and characterful casebacks.

What is it?

FORDITE 2.0 is an evolution of our most famous model line, which puts a unique slice of automotive history on your wrist.

Made from genuine Detroit Fordite, every dial is one of a kind and impossible to replicate. Choose the one that speaks to you and begin your configuration journey.

Why is it important

For years, Fordite was regarded by those who worked with it as a waste material. Now, nothing could be further from the truth.

Cured into a rock-like form after multiple exposures to high temperatures, these nodes of encapsulated endeavour are worked on by hand by our very own James Thompson, otherwise known as Black Badger.

James has spent the best part of a decade working with Fordite on a near-daily basis. His ability to "read" the material, to "feel" his way through these unknowable blocks of time is unmatched.

These dials are not made; they are revealed. The process is slow and fraught with risk. James works on the edge, mere microns from disaster at all times. Failure is always an option and the rate is perilously high. When it works, however, we're left with something permanent and irreplicable.

What's New With Fordite 2.0?

Fordite 2.0 puts you in the driving seat. Previously, watches were presented as finished pieces with little option for customization. That's no longer the case (or, should we say cases...).

You can now choose between two case sizes: 40.52 mm and 37 mm. Eight strap options remain, in all the best colours of the rainbow (including brown). You can choose your lume style and colour (if, that is, you want lume at all). To increase legibility further, we've also introduced the option of a chapter ring with a choice of finishes including raw, untreated German Silver, rhodium-plating, rose gold plating, ruthenium plating, and 9-carat gold plating.

The case back is a playground for expression. Here, you can let your imagination run wild. You can choose from a stock image (we have a whole library ready for you to peruse), or liaise with us directly to personalise the obverse of your watch to your heart's content.

This is a bespoke unique piece, made to order.

Orders are assembled in order of receipt. Projected project completion time currently stands at 7-9 weeks.

Before dispatch, an Arcanaut representative will contact you to confirm delivery details, including shipping timing and final destination.

All prices include international shipping and insurance. However, for orders shipped outside the European Union or the United States, any applicable taxes, duties, tariffs, or customs charges are not included. Within the European Union and The United States the prices you see will include local VAT and/or all duties.

All shipments outside the European Union or the United States are sent DAP (Delivered at Place), meaning that any import-related charges remain the responsibility of the recipient.

Please note that Arcanaut reserves the right to decline refunds for watches that are returned, refused, or destroyed due to unpaid taxes, duties, tariffs, or other customs-related charges.

We take all international cards through Stripe and PayPal, but you are also welcome to pay via wire transfer (and if you do, you’ll receive an additional strap of your choice for free).

For some international transactions, your bank or card issuer may require additional authorization before approving the payment. If your payment is declined, we recommend contacting your bank or using an alternative payment method.

Payment options are available at checkout.

Should you have any issues completing your order, please contact us directly at info@arcanaut.dk or +45 61264316.

For customers inside the EU: We collect VAT and local duties when selling to countries within the EU, this means the price you'll see on the product page includes VAT and local import duties.

For customers inside the US: The price you see includes tariffs and custom duties.

Our updated version of the Arc II – Fordite is available in two diameter sizes (excluding the crown). You can choose between 40.5 mm and 37 mm.

Important note: Because of the unique case shape of the Arc II, the wearing experience is highly specific. Measurements on paper do not translate in the same way for everyone. We therefore reccommend using our visual size guide for reference to see the two cases on different wrist sizes. Our recommendation is:

15–17.5 cm wrist: 37 mm

17.5–22 cm: 40.5 cm

Dimensions:
40.5 mm/49 mm lug-to-lug/12.8 mm thick (including crystal).

37 mm diameter/45 mm lug-to-lug/12.8 mm thick (including crystal).

Name: Arc II – Fordite
Assembly: Regulated and assembled in Copenhagen Denmark
Dimensions: 40.5 mm diameter/49 mm lug-to-lug/13.8 mm thick (including crystal).
OR:
37 mm diameter/45 mm lug-to-lug/12.8 mm thick (including crystal).
Case: Micro-blasted stainless steel case
Water resistance: 100 m 
Dial: Genuine, hand-finished Fordite
Hands: Grand Paws OR Spear: Hour, Minutes & seconds
Movement: La-Joux Perret G101, Swiss Automatic
Functions: Time only
Power reserve: 68 hours
Limitation: Every piece is unique

Do you ship wordwide?
Yes, we do.

Will my watch be individually numbered?
Every Arc II – Fordite is engraved with a 3-digit unique number. These are assigned randomly.

When can I expect the watch to ship?
Our watches are made to order and the shipping date depends on the amount of assemblies we already have in the queue. The current shipping time will appear under the product if you scroll up this page.

How will my watch be delivered?
Your watch will ship in a black Arcanaut-branded leather watch roll, protected by a traditional riveted box hand-made here in Denmark. A screwdriver for changing straps is included. If you order additional straps, these will be shipped within the box.

What is the total price of the watch delivered?

For customers outside the EU and the US the retail price you see excludes import duties, tariffs and VAT, but includes free international shipping and insurance from Denmark.

For customers in the USA, we ship DDP (Delivery Duty Paid). This means that the price you see online includes shipping, tariffs and custom duties, which will be paid on your behalf at customs.

Please note that sales tax may still apply in some cases, but as this is dependent on your local state and county, we advice you contact your local tax authority to get a correct estimate of sales taxes in your case.