ARC II — Havender
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Pushing the Boundaries of Material Science
Here at Arcanaut, we're dedicated to getting the most out of ourselves and the world around us. We don't look at materials in the same way as other brands. Almost everything is an opportunity for creativity. And thanks to our not-so-secret weapon (Black Badger), we're able to turn those opportunities into wearable art.
The Havender dial is crafted from a specific layer of Scandinavian mussel shells. These shells undergo a meticulous process: they are bathed in a unique solution to strip away the outer layer, then the inner layer is finely ground using a hand drill. This results in a fine powder that is transformed into a lilac-hued composite block, ready for milling. It's beautifully accented with off-white luminescence.
And the name? The Scandinavian word for ocean is "Hav". Hav + Lavender is, according to us, "Havender".
What’s happening?
60% of this year’s Havender production, will be made available during the pre-sale period. That amounts to 15 pieces.
When is the pre-sale?
The pre-sale starts at 7 PM CEST on October 23rd and will remain active for one week or until all pieces available in this window are sold. Any remaining Havender pieces will go on general release at 19:00 CEST October 30th.
Who can access the pre-sale?
Anyone signed up for either our old D'Arc Matter waiting list or anyone signed up for the Havender-specific mailing list.
Where can I register interest in a specific model?
You can register for this by signing up above or below.
Why should I take part in the pre-sale?
Everyone participating in the pre-sale will receive a special bundle of goodies from Arcanaut, including one extra strap of your choice (normal value USD 149), an Arcanaut T-shirt, an Arcanaut cap, and a Black Badger UV Torch.
Pre-sale in October (sign up above to get access).
Delivery from March 2024.
Delivery
Delivery of the Arc II — Havender is projected to commence in March 2024.
Description
What is Havender dial made from?
Our proprietary Havender composite is comprises similar raw ingredients to our existing D’Arc Matter material in that the dial is milled from a solid block of powder mixed with an ultra-clear binding agent (so all of the natural beauty of the powder is preserved).
What is different, however, is the powder itself and how it is derived. This time, James Thompson AKA Black Badger harvested a particular layer from the shells of Scandinavian mussels (by hand) to create the fine purple powder from which we then create the dials.
It is time consuming and precise work, with special care taken not to file away unsightly or discolored areas of the shell, but we like to think the end result is worth it.
Case
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 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.
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, and Black (just black).
Technical information
Name: Arcanaut ARC II — Havender
Dimensions: 40.52 mm (excluding crown)
Materials: Micro-blasted and brushed stainless steel case
Water resistance: 100m
Dial: Purple composite made from crushed Scandinavian mussel shells
Hands: Laser-cut stainless steel
Movement: Soprod A10 — Swiss mechanical movement
Functions: Time only
Power reserve: 42 hours
Operating frequency: 28,800vph
Limitation: 25 pieces produced in 2023, pre-order available
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.
Technical information
40.52 mm (excluding crown)
Micro-blasted and brushed stainless steel case
100 m (10 ATM)
Laser-cut stainless steel
Soprod A10 — Swiss automatic movement
42 hours
Havender Composite — hand-ground Scandinavian mussel shells
25 pieces produced per year
Super ergonomic rubber strap
316L stainless steel case, CNC milled
Domed sapphire antireflective coating
Off-White Badgerite – based on Super-LumiNova®
Leaving the Black Badger unattended for a weekend is never a good idea... Or is it? This time, our renegade materials alchemist took a trip to the coast in search of inspiration. What he returned with might have resulted in our best composite dial yet...
Isn't it wonderful how so simple a thing can result in such untold beauty if you subject it to tender love and affection?
Or, if you're the badger, a Dremel drill. As soon as James got his haul of Scandinavian mussels back to his lab in Gothenburg, he began grinding their most attractive layer to dust, but it wasn't easy...
The powder takes hours to procure. Not only does only a certain layer of the mussel shell yield the right colour, the action must be performed by hand and the dust gathered incrementally by a small, specially sourced vacuum cleaner. It is not work for the faint hearted, but the results are truly spectacular.
Once the powder has been procured, it must be mixed with our ultra-clear binding agent in a controlled environment to ensure no external inclusions make their way into the mixture.
A few hours later, the compound has cured into a millable block of unique material, with each slice full of the natural character of the material that gave it life.
Leaving the Black Badger unattended for a weekend is never a good idea... Or is it? This time, our renegade materials alchemist took a trip to the coast in search of inspiration. What he returned with might have resulted in our best composite dial yet...
Isn't it wonderful how so simple a thing can result in such untold beauty if you subject it to tender love and affection?
Or, if you're the badger, a Dremel drill. As soon as James got his haul of Scandinavian mussels back to his lab in Gothenburg, he began grinding their most attractive layer to dust, but it wasn't easy...
The powder takes hours to procure. Not only does only a certain layer of the mussel shell yield the right colour, the action must be performed by hand and the dust gathered incrementally by a small, specially sourced vacuum cleaner. It is not work for the faint hearted, but the results are truly spectacular.
Once the powder has been procured, it must be mixed with our ultra-clear binding agent in a controlled environment to ensure no external inclusions make their way into the mixture.
A few hours later, the compound has cured into a millable block of unique material, with each slice full of the natural character of the material that gave it life.
The Philosophy Of Creation
Taken from a conversation with James Thompson... It’s too rare a thing these days. Oh, sure, I know that makes me sound like a grumpy old man, but how many people do you see picking up tools, what...
D'Arc Matter Colours collection
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